NEUST Luminary | Mr. Darwin Fetalbero Reyes, MSc

Born and raised in Cabanatuan City, Darwin F. Reyes has emerged as a dynamic force in the Philippine scientific and academic landscape. A proud alumnus of the Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST), he completed his BS Chemistry in 2013 with the distinction of Best Student Researcher, laying the groundwork for a career marked by academic excellence, scientific inquiry, and community engagement.

Demonstrating a relentless pursuit of knowledge, Mr. Reyes holds an MS in Chemistry from Ateneo de Manila University, a Diploma in Science Teaching from UP Open University, and is currently completing his Ph.D. in Chemistry at Mapúa University. These credentials align closely with QS standards on academic reputation, which value advanced studies, subject expertise, and contributions to the discipline.

Today, he serves as Assistant Professor III, Chairperson, and OJT In-Charge of the Natural and Applied Sciences Department, College of Arts and Sciences, NEUST. His dual qualifications as a Registered Chemist and Licensed Professional Teacher allow him to inspire students not only inside the classroom but also through groundbreaking research.

His scholarly work spans nanotechnology, biosensors, and natural product chemistry, where he has earned multiple Best Paper Awards, secured DOST-funded projects, and developed a utility model patent for green silver nanoparticle synthesis—evidence of research impact, innovation, and industry collaboration.

Mr. Reyes’ contributions have reached international audiences through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations abroad, directly supporting NEUST’s drive toward internationalization. As an advisor of the Chemical Society of the Philippines–NEUST Chapter, he fosters a culture of scientific inquiry, student leadership, and ethical research, which strengthens the university’s employer reputation and graduate outcomes.

At just 32 years old, Mr. Reyes is a catalyst of transformation and a true NEUST Luminary. His journey illustrates the potential of a Novo Ecijano to not only pursue global scientific relevance but also uplift local communities through education and research.

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