Maryness Salazar, the head of the Force Standards Section at the Department of Science and Technology Industrial Technology Development Institute National Metrology Division Pressure, has made history as the Philippines' first individual to earn a doctorate in Measurement Science from an American academic institution.
Salazar, who serves as a supervising science research specialist, achieved this milestone in February 2024 upon completing her doctoral studies at the University of Science and Technology in South Korea. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics from the University of the Philippines Los Baños, followed by a Master of Science in Measurement Science from the same university in South Korea. Her groundbreaking achievement was highlighted in a report by Science Education International, a publication of the International Council of Associations for Science Education (ICASE), which sheds light on the gender disparity in global science research, with significantly more male researchers than female.
Dr. Salazar's doctoral thesis, titled "Exploring a New Capillary-Type Standard Leak Using Polymicro Tube for Leak Measurement and Microflow Applications," is aimed at enhancing accuracy, efficiency, and reliability in leak measurement and microflow control across various industries. In her own words, Salazar emphasized the indispensable role of Measurement Science in modern society, stating, "In a measureless world, there can be no science." She elucidated how Measurement Science underpins essential fields such as medicine, healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, and communication.
Regarding the significance of her research, Salazar highlighted the critical importance of leak detection in preventing equipment damage and potential financial losses in manufacturing, as well as the preservation of lives in healthcare settings. She stressed the multifaceted benefits of her work, emphasizing the need not only to mitigate property damage but also to address various associated challenges effectively.
