Synapse: A Proposed Animal Disease Diagnostic, Research, and Development Center in Lobo, Batangas/ Angel Mine V. Alcantara

Bachelor Thesis

College of Architecture and Fine Arts: Bachelor of Science in Architecture.-- Technological University of The Philippines, 2025.

Includes bibliographic references and index.

Animal disease is a major concern to public health due to possible
transmission of zoonotic diseases to humans, as well as to the local economy due
to production losses and market decline in the livestock and poultry industry. The
purpose of this study is to address the emergence and outbreak of animal diseases
through diagnostic techniques and tools for early detection, prevention, and
surveillance while significantly ensuring public health safety and safeguard food
supply in the Municipality of Lobo, Batangas. Using a Descriptive Quantitative
Research design, the researcher gathered data from 106 participants from the
municipality. This study revealed that impacts of animal diseases in the community
include risks on public health, food safety and security as well as livelihood loss
and trade restrictions. Data analysis also demonstrated that the lack of local
diagnostic laboratories in the municipality causes challenges in providing proper
and timely veterinary services in the community. Findings emphasize the
importance of establishing a dedicated center for identification, prevention, and
surveillance of animal diseases in the Municipality of Lobo, Batangas to address
the emergence and outbreak of animal diseases. This study seeks to essentially
provide comprehensive facility that can deliver improved technology for the early
detection, surveillance, and prevention of animal diseases in the Municipality of
Lobo, Batangas while also promoting best practices in maintaining animal welfare.