Dr. Melbourne R. Talactac,Chair of PhilOHUN, Cavite State University (CvSU, Philippine)

Dr. Melbourne R. Talactac is the current Chairperson of the Philippine One Health University Network (PhilOHUN) (2025–2026) and the Vice President for Research and Extension at Cavite State University (CvSU), where he also serves as a Professor. He previously served as Dean of the CvSU College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (2019–2020).

Dr. Talactac holds a DVM, an MSc, and a PhD in Veterinary Science, and is a Diplomate of the Philippine College of Veterinary Public Health. An expert in virology, immunology, and poultry diseases, he is also President of the World Veterinary Poultry Association (Malaysia Chapter) and the PVMA Cavite Chapter. A recognized Outstanding Young Scientist, his extensive publications can be tracked via Scopus Author ID: 7202864053.