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TanNPB

Tan, Noel Peter B.

npbtan@usc.edu.ph

Degrees

B.S. Chemical Engineering, Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan, 2001
B. Business Administration, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, 2008
M. Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University, 2010
Ph.D. Applied Chemistry, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, 2014

List of publications:

  1. Yu Jeco-Espaldon, B.M.; Larroder, A.C.; Asequia, D.M.A.; Kim, M.; Sumarago, E.C.; Declarador, J.V.; Sabinay, S.G.; Tan, N.P.B.; Okada, Y.. Agave cantala nanocellulose – cyclic olefin copolymer composite as anti-reflection coating for III-V multijunction solar cell device. Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells. 2026, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solmat.2026.114170.
  2. Manuta, H.C.P.; Martos, J.L.V.; Dillo, H.J.P.; Alvarez, R.S.; Manota, J.D.; Oceña, C.L.; Tan, N.P.B.; Lawagon, C.P.. Mechanical performance of fiber-reinforced concrete with coconut coir as self-healing agent. Journal of Building Engineering. 2026, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2026.115814.
  3. Magsico, K.F.P.; Banabatac, L.I.C.; Limos, C.A.; Tolosa, N.C.; Tan, N.P.B.. Synthesis and Characterization of Maguey (Agave cantala) Nano-Modified Bioplastic. Polymers. 2026, https://doi.org/10.3390/polym18030325.
  4. Pacio, R.J.D.; Paredes, K.J.T.; Pacheco, M.C.E.; Dadol, G.C.; Banabatac, L.I.C.; Napisa, V.F.; Tan, N.P.B.. Investigation of multi-stage desalination using a passive solar-driven membrane (PSDM) system: a critical analysis for unserved and underserved areas (UUA) in the Philippines. European Journal of Materials. 2026, https://doi.org/10.1080/26889277.2026.2634415.
  5. Delicana, J.D.P.; Lalem, A.R.; Dulog, J.C.; Lumod, R.M.; Rivera, R.B.P.; Sayson, N.L.; Dumancas, G.; Capangpangan, R.Y.; Lubguban, A.A.; Tan, N.P.B.; Manzano, J.A.H.; Tan, M.A.; Unabia, R.B.; Omping, J.L.; Alguno, A.C.. Tailoring color and antibacterial properties of cotton fabric materials using gold nanoparticles synthesized from Mangifera indica peel extract. Scientific Reports. 2025, https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-13500-7.
  6. Alfafara, P.A.M.; Nacario, P.B.; Ceniza, N.A.M.; Bacolod, E.T.; Paler, M.K.O.; Suico, M.L.S.; Monotilla, A.P.; Hernandez, R.J.Y.; Tan, N.P.B.; Banabatac, L.I.C.. Physiological responses of Gutweed Ulva intestinalis (Linnaeus, 1753) exposed to high-density polyethylene microplastics. Marine Pollution Bulletin. 2025, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpolbul.2025.118282.
  7. Velo, J.; Caipang, C.M.; Noblezada, A.; Banabatac, L.I.; Tan, N.P.; Ferriols, V.M.E.. Whole genome sequence of Arthrobacter sp. from Iloilo City landfill soil unveils potential plastic biodegradation genes. Biodegradation. 2025, https://doi.org/10.1007/s10532-025-10168-8.
  8. Sumarago, E.C.; Jeco-Espaldon, B.M.Y.; Siacor, F.D.C.; Tan, N.P.B.. A review on fabrication of nanocellulose and carbon nanomaterials hybrid film for solar energy device applications via 3D printing: opportunities, limitations, and prospects. Discover Applied Sciences. 2025, https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-025-07278-6.
  9. Caracas, K.C.T.; Lasola, N.W.C.; Villarmino, J.V.D.; Kitamura, K.; Mori, T.; Tan, N.P.; Siacor, F.D.. Optimization of Reaction Temperature and Time on the Deproteinization Process during the Extraction of Chitin from Shrimp Shell Waste. Science and Technology Asia. 2025, https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/105009036658.
  10. Nacario, P.B.; Alfafara, P.A.M.; Ceniza, N.A.M.; Bacolod, E.T.; Paler, M.K.O.; Suico, M.L.S.; Tan, N.P.B.; Banabatac, L.I.C.. Uptake, growth, and oxidative stress responses of Rhizophora mucronata (Poir. in Lam.) propagules exposed to high-density polyethylene microplastics. Marine Pollution Bulletin. 2025, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpolbul.2025.117569.
  11. Asequia, D.M.; Sumarago, E.; Larroder, A.C.; Tan, N.P.B.; Jeco-Espaldon, B.M.Y.. Optical characterization of Agave cantala nanocellulose-reinforced PEDOT:PSS conductive polymer for solar cell devices. Conference Record of the IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference. 2025, https://doi.org/10.1109/PVSC59419.2025.11132402.
  12. Mendija, L.C.C.; Dingcong, R.G.; Alfeche, F.L.A.M.; Al-Moameri, H.H.; Dumancas, G.G.; Tan, N.P.B.; Malaluan, R.M.; Alguno, A.C.; Lubguban, A.A.. Elucidating the Impact of Polyol Functional Moieties on Exothermic Poly(urethane-urea) Polymerization: A Thermo-Kinetic Simulation Approach. Sustainability Switzerland. 2024, https://doi.org/10.3390/su16114587.
  13. Sumarago, E.C.; dela Cerna, M.F.M.; Leyson, A.K.B.; Tan, N.P.B.; Magsico, K.F.. Production and Characterization of Nanocellulose from Maguey (Agave cantala) Fiber. Polymers. 2024, https://doi.org/10.3390/polym16101312.
  14. Dadol, G.C.; Tijing, L.D.; Agapay, R.C.; Lobarbio, C.F.Y.; Tan, N.P.B.. Solution blow-spun polyacrylonitrile–polyamide thin-film nanofibrous composite membrane for the removal of fermentation inhibitors. Nanocomposites. 2024, https://doi.org/10.1080/20550324.2024.2399978.
  15. Banabatac, L.I.C.; Tan, N.P.B.. Development of Polyamide-Modified Membranes for Solar-Driven Seawater Desalination System. Key Engineering Materials. 2024, https://doi.org/10.4028/p-c3Ruq0.
  16. Fukuyo, H.J.F.; Ramos, R.A.B.; Canonicato, A.C.P.; Balinas, K.S.; Tan, N.P.B.; Espaldon, A.E.; Migo-Sumagang, M.V.; Larroder, A.C.; Villa, S.P.; Jeco-Espaldon, B.M.Y.. Solar-Powered, Internet-of-Things-based Smart Greenhouse with Adaptive Environment Control for Sustainable Agriculture Nursery. Conference Record of the IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference. 2024, https://doi.org/10.1109/PVSC57443.2024.10749686.
  17. Canama, G.J.C.; Delco, M.C.L.; Talandron, R.A.; Tan, N.P.. Synthesis of Chitosan-Silver Nanocomposite and Its Evaluation as an Antibacterial Coating for Mobile Phone Glass Protectors. ACS Omega. 2023, https://doi.org/10.1021/acsomega.3c00191.
  18. Kim, H.T.; Afsari, M.; Tan, N.P.B.; Shon, H.K.; Tijing, L.D.. Recent Progress on Passive, Thermally Localized Solar-Driven Multistage Water Evaporation. Membranes. 2023, https://doi.org/10.3390/membranes13050460.
  19. Isla-Cabaraban, M.T.; Bontanon, K.; Ayuban, C.F.; Hequilan, M.J.; Pabillaran, D.J.; Tan, N.P.. Techno-economic assessment of microbial electrohydrogenesis integration to the fruit processing industry for hydrogen production. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. 2023, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2022.11.153.
  20. Mangosing, O.R.P.; Ang, H.J.T.; Galarrita, K.A.M.L.; Sable, S.J.R.; Ucab, P.M.L.; Cascon, H.R.; Cabaraban, M.T.I.; Tan, N.P.B.. Techno-economic analysis on the production of domestic water using solar-driven membrane seawater desalination device in the Philippines. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering. 2023, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.csite.2022.102575.
  21. Amaba, A.S.; Villanueva, K.C.; Tan, N.P.; Siacor, F.D.; Paler, M.K.. Preparation of bioplastic film from chitosan and mango (Mangifera Indica L. Anacardiaceae) kernel starch by casting method. Applied Chemical Engineering. 2023, https://doi.org/10.24294/ace.v6i3.2819.
  22. Martin, A.M.V.; Flores, D.C.; Siacor, F.D.C.; Taboada, E.B.; Tan, N.P.B.. Preparation of mango peel-waste pectin-based nanofibers by solution blow spinning (SBS). Nanotechnology. 2022, https://doi.org/10.1088/1361-6528/ac8b8b.
  23. Aravindakshan, P.; Krishnamoorthy, A.; Pal, C.; Chang, Y.Y.; Tan, N.P.B.. A Review on Silver and Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles as Antimicrobial Agents in Water Treatment Technologies. Nano Life. 2022, https://doi.org/10.1142/S1793984422300023.
  24. Tan, N.P.B.; Ucab, P.M.L.; Dadol, G.C.; Jabile, L.M.; Talili, I.N.; Cabaraban, M.T.I.. A review of desalination technologies and its impact in the Philippines. Desalination. 2022, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.desal.2022.115805.
  25. Dalman, D.; Caquilala, K.; Paquibot, K.; Tan, N.P.. Photocatalytic Degradation of Allura Red (AR) with TiO2 Immobilized on Solution Blow Spinning (SBS) – Spun TIPP/PVP Membranes. Materials Science Forum. 2022, https://doi.org/10.4028/p-zv2irh.

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