Dr. Filomena Campos, born on March 30, 1930 was renowned for her contributions to cotton research in the Philippines. This study leads to the improvement of a package of expertise on cotton fabrication achieved in somewhat short period of three years.
In gratitude of her success, Dr. Campos received the following Award’s: PhilAAS Gregorio Y. Zara Scientists Award (1973), Ayala Award (1974) and as one of the outstanding Filipino Scientist’s Presidential Award for Public Service (1976) and Woman of the World Award (1983).
She is also famous for profound participation in research on the Sunflower, a very promising source of oil and Livestock supply.