Carmencita Padilla | |
---|---|
8th Chancellor of University of the Philippines Manila | |
In office November 1, 2014 – October 31, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Manuel B. Agulto |
Succeeded by | Michael L. Tee |
2nd Executive Director of the Philippine Genome Center | |
In office 2011–2016 | |
Preceded by | Amelia Guevara |
Succeeded by | Cynthia Saloma |
Personal details | |
Born | Carmencita M. David |
Nationality | Filipino |
Education | University of the Philippines Diliman (BS) University of the Philippines Manila (Medicine and Master's) |
Known for | Newborn screening advocacy |
Awards | Order of National Scientists (2023) |
Carmencita M. David-Padilla[1] is a Filipino clinical geneticist and pediatrician who is recognized as a National Scientist of the Philippines.