THE ISABELA State University sent its condolences to the family of Department of Science and Technology Undersecretary Brenda Manzano who died on Thursday after losing her bout with cancer.

Manzano was appointed as undersecretary in 2017.

ISU said that Manzano was an avid supporter of research and development projects and initiatives.

“Isabela State University expresses its deepest condolences to the DOST community in the passing of Undersecretary for Regional Operations Dr. Brenda L. Nazareth-Manzano,” ISU said on Facebook.

“The ISU Community joins in prayer for the soul of Dr. Manzano. May she rest in peace!” it added.

DOST Secretary Fortunato de la Peña also aired his condolences to the public official.

“The consummate public servant, she died with her boots on, ever the champion of regional development through science and technology. We will truly miss her passion, her friendship, ready smile, and helping hand. We pray for her eternal repose,” he said.