Samahang Pisika ng Visayas at Mindanao
SPVM@Iloilo
First Call for Contributed Papers
The Samahang Pisika ng Visayas at Mindanao (SPVM) (The Physics Society of Southern Philippines) cordially invites everyone to the 27th National Physics Conference, at the University of San Agustin, Iloilo City, Philippines, on October 23-25, 2025. The conference features several invited talks, contributed papers, and poster presentations providing platform for dynamic exchange of ideas, experiences and applications of physics and allied fields, and providing opportunities in strengthening future collaborative works.
The conference is in conjunction with the
- 2025 International Conference on Advanced Functional Materials and Nanotechnology (Convenor: Reynaldo Vequizo, MSU-IIT. Rolando Candidato, MSU-IIT)
- 2025 International Meeting on Complex Systems (Convenor: Mark Nolan Confesor, MSU-IIT)
- 2025 International Conference on Particles and Radiation (Convenor: Jingle Magallanes, MSU-IIT. Catherine Therese Quiñones, MSU-IIT)
- 2nd International Symposium on Sustainable Nanomaterials Addressing Environmental Challenge (Convenor: Noel Peter Tan, University of San Agustin)
- ST&I National Pitching Competition on SDG (Sustainable Development Goals) 2025 (Convenor: Rosario Reserva, MSU-IIT)
Topics of interest includes:
- General Physics
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Particle and High Energy Physics
- Medical and Radiation Physics
- Material Science and Engineering
- Computational Physics
- Theoretical and Applied Physics
- Soft Matter and Biophysics
- Complex Systems
- Instrumentation
- Physics Education and Pedagogy
- Other related fields
Important Notice
First Call Abstract submissions are given highest priority given the limited time slots available in the conference. We invite interested participants to submit one-page Abstract using our required format. We will announce the Second and Final Call for Abstract submissions in the beginning of June 2025.
Important Dates
- First Call Abstract Submission Deadline: May 16, 2025
- Notification of Acceptance (First Call): May 30, 2025
- Conference dates: October 23-25, 2025
About the Venue
The University of San Agustin – Iloilo, is a private Roman Catholic institution in Iloilo City, Philippines. It is operated by the Augustinian Province of Santo Niño de Cebu, Philippines, belonging to the Order of Saint Augustine. Founded in July 1904, it started as a school for boys with 40 students. In 1917, it became Colegio de San Agustin and later achieved university status in March 1953, becoming the first university in Western Visayas and the first Augustinian university in the Asia-Pacific region. [Wikipedia]
The City of Iloilo coined as “City of Love”, is a highly urbanized city in the Philippines and the capital city of the province of Iloilo. It is the regional center of the Western Visayas as well as the center of the Iloilo-Guimaras Metropolitan Area. It is located on the southeastern coast of the island of Panay and is the commercial center of Panay and a regional center for sugar exports. Iloilo is known for its historical landmarks, quaint beaches and islands, heritage homes, and unique cuisine. [More]
How to Get There
By Air
Iloilo International Airport has daily flights to and from Manila, Cebu, General Santos City, Davao, Puerto Princesa, and Cagayan de Oro. For international travelers, there are direct routes to and from Hong Kong and Singapore. Flying time to Iloilo from Manila is approximately 55 minutes.
Iloilo International Airport is 18 kilometers from the city proper and is accessible by jeepney, van, and taxi.
By Ferry
Iloilo City is 20 hours from Manila, sailing 12 times weekly; from Zamboanga City, General Santos City, and Cagayan de Oro City once weekly; Cebu is 12 hours with daily trips. Fastcrafts from Bacolod City take about one hour. The Roll-on, Roll-off (RORO) sea and land transport system serves Iloilo-Manila on the Strong Republic Nautical Highway.