26.01.09
Iloilo scientist is first Filipino to win Rolex Award
- Awards, scientists -
MANILA, Philippines – Iloilo professor Alexis Belonio is the first Filipino to win the prestigious Rolex Award for inventing a stove that converts rice husks into environmentally friendly cooking gas.
Founded in 1976, the Rolex Award is given to “visionaries” who have undertaken groundbreaking projects.
As an Associate Laureate, Belonio received $50,000 and a steel and gold Rolex chronometer at the awarding ceremony.
