Dr. Teodulo M. Topacio is recognized for his significant scientific contributions to the studies and improvement of animal production and animal health in the country. His studies on leptospirosis showed the presence of three strains of the pathogen, the transmission of the disease from pigs to humans which enabled appropriate treatment for both pigs and humans and that the disease was an occupational hazard to workers. His other researches on animal diseases covered brucellosis, fasciolosis, distemper and tumors of dogs.
Birthdate: 30 November 1924
Died: 9 July 2019
Educational Background:
- D. Veterinary Medicine - University of the Philippines 1942
- M.S. - Michigan State University 1956
- Ph. D. - Purdue University 1922
Research Interest:
- Veterinary Microbiology
- Pathology
- Parasitology
- Zoonoses
Honors and Awards Received:
- 1951-Cum Laude - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
- 1962-Cerificate of Achievement - US Department of State Veterinary Medicine
- 1979-Outstanding Professional of the Year - Office of the President
- 1979-Outstanding Lecturers Award - Federation of ASian Veterinary Associations
- 1988-Distinguished Alumnus Award - Universitry of the Philippines Los Baños
- 1989-Distinguished Professional Award - UP Alumni Association
- 1989-Honorary Member - Federation of Asian Veterinary Associations
- 1993-Academician - National Academy of Science and Technology
- 2000-Achivement Award - Veterinary Medicine and Public Health - National Research Council of the Philippines
- 2004-Plaque of REcognition - Board of Veterinary Medicine, Professional Regulations Commission
- 2009-Proclaimed as National Scientist - President of the Republic of the Philippines
