USTP conducts 2023 Research & Innovation Summit
By Eric Vincent A. Dotarot & Jomerl I. Gomez, USTP System Strategic Communication Office
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On October 10–11, 2023, the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP) successfully staged the 2023 Research and Innovation Summit to celebrate National Science and Technology Week.
The USTP System conducted the two-day summit with the theme, “Nexus of Sustainability: Democratizing Research-driven Innovations for a Sustainable Future.” It featured keynote speeches by research and innovation experts during the opening ceremonies and the subsequent parallel sessions. Scientific exhibits and oral and poster presentations of research also highlighted the event.
Opening Ceremony & Keynote Sessions
Dr. Apolinario B. Gonzaga Jr., the university’s Vice President for Research and Innovation (VPRI), officially opened the summit at the Dr. Ricardo E. Rotoras (DRER) Memorial Hall at USTP Cagayan de Oro. During the activity, the VPRI signed the Declaration of the Opening of the Summit together with Dr. Franch Maverick A. Lorilla, the summit’s Program Head and USTP CDO b.i.t.e.s. TBI Manager.
Dr. Rigoberto Advincula, a Professor from the Department of Macromolecular Science and Engineering at Case Western Reserve University in the USA, started the series of sessions and talks by delivering his keynote address. His presentation centered around Empowering the Next Generation through Sustainable Polymer Innovations: A Confluence of Cutting-Edge Research, Inclusive Mentorship, and Global Collaboration.
The second keynote session unveiled a captivating exploration of the Dynamic Landscape of the Philippine Startup Ecosystem: A Closer Look at Cagayan de Oro’s Role and Potential, which featured Mr. Ghers Fisman, the esteemed Lead Ecosystem Consultant of StartupBlink, the world’s most comprehensive startup ecosystem map and research center.
Startup Ecosystem Consortium & New Energy Nexus Launching
An exciting event in the field of innovation soon took place through the Startup Ecosystem Consortium, which was officially launched and signed through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with signatories from various sectors, including academia, private businesses, public sectors, and government organizations, all uniting from across the dynamic region of Northern Mindanao.
The launching and MOA signing for the New Energy Nexus followed. USTP officials and Mr. Jan Ralph Ebora, the New Nexus’ Startup Development Program Manager, participated.
Both agreements propel greener innovations that promise to advance a sustainable future for all.
Parallel Sessions: Research & Innovation Highlights
In the afternoon of Day One, the summit transitioned into parallel sessions featuring two pivotal categories: Research and Innovation.
For research, organizers divided the conference into three simultaneous sessions, each hosted in its dedicated AVR venue. On innovation, attendees witnessed two keynote speeches at the DRER Memorial Hall.
The first keynote speaker, Ms. Karla Legaspi, Head of Community and Ecosystem at QBO Innovation Hub, presented the QBO x (Cities) Startup Forum.
Afterward, the second keynote speaker, Engr. Jan Ralph Ebora, Program Manager for Startup Development at New Nexus, explored “Empowering Startups: Sustainable Energy Innovations for the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs.”
CDO Vice Mayor Introduces Startup Ordinance to Boost Local Innovation
During the summit’s afternoon plenary session, Cagayan de Oro Local Government Unit (CDO-LGU) Vice Mayor Jocelyn B. Rodriguez initiated a significant change to support innovation and entrepreneurship within the city through the Startup Ordinance.
According to the Vice Mayor, the ordinance would exempt Cagayan de Oro City startups from taxation until their products are commercially viable. It aims to boost job creation, drive innovation, and empower local entrepreneurs.
More Parallel Sessions
The summit continued its dynamic journey on the second day, where more parallel sessions were held. The sessions offered attendees diverse opportunities to delve into specific topics and interests.
A series of highly informative keynote speeches occurred throughout the day, designed to provide valuable insights and inspiration. The program also included engaging plenary sessions where thought leaders and experts shared their wisdom and perspectives.
The second day also featured the exciting launch of various innovative initiatives, underscoring the summit’s commitment to driving progress and change in research and innovation.
New International Course Offering launched
The USTP embarked on a transformative journey with the Wadhwani Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that accelerates economic development through job creation using large-scale initiatives in entrepreneurship, small business growth, innovation, and skilling.
The launch and formal signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the university and the foundation marked the start of an Entrepreneurship Education International Course offering.
The collaboration aims to enhance entrepreneurship education on a global scale. Through this initiative, the university and the Wadhwani Foundation aim to cultivate entrepreneurial skills and promote and facilitate international cooperation in entrepreneurship.
CET Incubation Program Demo Day
Five promising incubatees pitched their groundbreaking innovations at the DRER Memorial Hall during the much-anticipated CET Incubation Program Demo Day, a platform for innovation and entrepreneurship.
The participants in this exciting showcase include Sentinex, Ani, Frugie, Stella, and Nano-tek, each poised to present their transformative concepts and creations to an eager and attentive audience.
Research & Innovation Summit Winners
Below are the dynamic researchers and innovators who were awarded and recognized during the 2023 Research and Innovation Summit:
ORAL PRESENTATION AWARDS
Stream: Food Safety Productivity & Security
FIRST PLACE
MARK ANTHONY M. BACTONG
Research Title: Rooting Response of White Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) Stem Cuttings under Three Different Conditions
SECOND PLACE
JULIE VINE E. AGUSAN
Research Title: Cassava Pulp as Corn Silage Sealer under Different Fermentation Periods
THIRD PLACE
MA. ZOCIT R. GUEVARRA
Research Title: Effect of Buru (Lactobacillus Plantarum) on the Different Varieties of Silage Corn
Stream: Science & Technology Education
FIRST PLACE
ROSAVILLA A. MANDAGDAG
Research Title: Facilitators and Barriers to Change Acceptance: A Learning Management System Utilization in the Lens of the Self-Determination Theory
SECOND PLACE
HELEN GRACE B. GONZALES
Research Title: Society 5.0 and the Integration of Webots: A Case Study for Robotics Education
THIRD PLACE
LEAH MAE S. TABOSARES
Research Title: Learnings and Realizations of Senior High School Students in an Innovation-Based Subject
Stream: Entrepreneurship & Innovation
FIRST PLACE
IMELDA U. HEBRON
Research Title: Efficiency of different decomposing methods for dairy farm wastes with indigenous enhancers
SECOND PLACE
FERNANDO T. CAPILITAN
Research Title: The Acceptability of Coconut (Cocos Nucifera) Flour into Innovative Twisted Doughnut with And Without
Stream: Natural Science
FIRST PLACE
ALLEN RHAY B. BAYANTONG
Research Title: Naphthalene Degradation in Simulated Wastewater via UV-C Activated Persulfate
SECOND PLACE
RENSEL JAY D. LABADAN
Research Title: Ibuprofen Removal using Activated Carbon from Acid-modified Acacia Sawdust
THIRD PLACE
RICHMUND D. PALMA
Research Title: Yield Prediction Model for Falcata (Paraserianthesfalcataria (L.) Nielsen) In Falcata-Based Agroforestry Systems in Misamis Oriental, Philippines
POSTER PRESENTATION AWARDS
Stream: Food Safety Productivity & Security
FIRST PLACE
MARDIE C. COMIQUE
Research Title: Utilization of Charu Mussel (Mytella strigata) and Its Acceptability as Cracker
SECOND PLACE
ABEGAEL C. BAHIAN
Research Title: Acceptability and Nutritional Content of Velvet Apple (Diospyros blancoi) Coffee
THIRD PLACE
AC AGOT R. DAGOHOY
Research Title: Facilitators and Barriers to Change Acceptance: A Learning Management System Utilization in the Lens of the Self-Determination Theory
Stream: Industrial Development & Environment, Energy Sufficiency, Infrastructure & Transportation
FIRST PLACE
MILAN L. GUTAY
Research Title: Forecasting the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for All Income Household in All Items with 2012 as Base Year in Region X
SECOND PLACE
ANTHONY L. LIM
Research Title: Communication in Technological Innovation: Developing a Traffic Congestion Mitigation System in Cagayan de Oro City
THIRD PLACE
JANYLOU GRACE T. LAPURA
Research Title: Gauging the Strength of Concrete Hollow Block with Pulverized Charru Mussel
Stream: Natural Science
FIRST PLACE
PATRICIA BLANCH C. ALAMBATIN
Research Title: Evaluation of Citrus bergamia Phytochemicals as Potential Cholesterol-lowering Agents against HMG-CoA Reductase: An in Silico Molecular Docking Study
SECOND PLACE
ZC CLARK C. CLARETE
Research Title: Impacts of Climate Change on Seaweed Farming in Ozamiz City: A Vulnerability Assessment
THIRD PLACE
MARIA MELISSA C. MICABALO
Research Title: Removal Efficiency of Using Simulated Packed Column with Natural Filtering Media (Durio Zibethinus Husk and Moringa Oleifera Seed) from the Sump Pit of Wastewater of University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines – CDO Campus
STARTUP PITCHING AWARDS
Best in Sustainability
NANO TECK
Philip Ray Getuaban, Jasper Clyde C. Yoro, David Christian C. Español
Most Innovative
FRUGIE
Hannah Grace Espenido Caseres, Jane Suan Liwagon, Chloie Francisco Bienes, Allyn Grace Colo Lidasan
Best Pitching
ANI
Marvin P. Tagolimot Jr., Charisse Mae Adis, Alyssa L. Vallejos, Jomarie C. Oblig
Democratizing Research-driven Innovations for Sustainable Futures
The 2023 Research and Innovation Summit was a rich and fruitful converging point for sustainability, research, and innovation. The sessions and activities featured democratized access to research-driven solutions, nurturing advancements in science and technology to create a more equitable and sustainable future for all.
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