Capiz State University, Iloilo State College of Fisheries and Central Philippine University emerged as the top winners during the 25th Regional Symposium on Research and Development Highlights (RSRDH) held last October 29, 2015 at Lopez Jaena Hall, West Visayas State University in Lapaz, Iloilo City.
About 57 faculty and staff researchers from WESVAARRDEC's consortium member institutions gathered to participate in the activity which is held every year to foster research productivity and friendly competition among the member agencies. The theme for this year's symposium is "Western Visayas: Innovating for Global Competitiveness." A total of 34 research entries comprising natural/biological, social science and developmental/technological categories were presented during parallel sessions at the audiovisual rooms and readers services section of the University library.
Capiz State University's entry "Immunostimulatory Effects of Probiotics Against Aeromonas hydrophilia Infection in Tilapia" by Stephanie S. Pimentel and Kristel E. Corpuz was adjudged as the best paper in the natural/biological science category. Meanwhile, ISCOF's entry "The Economics of Using Biodegradable Wastes in Vermicomposting" authored by Myrna P. Prudente bagged the best paper award in the social science category.
Central Philippine University bested all other entries in the technological/developmental research category with their paper "Development of Supplemental Feeds for Free-Range Native Chicken."
Below is the complete list of winners of the 25th RSRDH:
NATURAL/BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE CATEGORY
Best Paper Award
Title of entry: Immunostimulatory Effects of Probiotics Against Aeromonas hydrophilia Infection in Tilapia
Agency: Capiz State University
Authors: Stephanie S. Pimentel and Kristel E. Corpuz
1st Runner-Up
Title of entry: Amorphophallus Specie (Araceae) in Catmon-Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
Agency: University of Antique
Authors: Nelibeth P. Fedelicio and Luisito H. Gesolgon
2nd runner-up
Title of entry: Upscaling of Nutrient Expert (NE)-Based Fertilizer Recommendation for Hybrid Corn in Numancia, Aklan and Cuartero, Capiz
Agency: DA-WESVIARC
Authors: Luisa P. Fulgueras, Corazon A. Arroyo, Peter S. Sobrevega, Joyce S. Wendam, Floredeliza A. Cortes, Desideria C. Ruzgal and Benjamin A. Gutierrez
SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH
Best paper award
Title of entry: The Economics of Using Biodegradable Wastes in Vermicomposting
Agency: Iloilo State College of Fisheries- San Enrique
Author: Dr. Myrna P. Prudente
1st runner- up
Title of entry: The Philippine Economic Growth: The Significance of TVET
Agency: Iloilo Science Technology University
Grace Edmar Elizar-del Prado
2nd runner-up
Title of entry: Rice Value Chain Analysis in Western Visayas
Agency: West Visayas State University
Authors: Eleodoro Alicante, Joel Araquil, Greta Gabinete, Jelly A. Brillon, Ma. Anne S. Oren
TECHNOLOGICAL/DEVELOPMENTAL
Best paper
Title of entry: Development of Supplemental Feeds for Free-Range Native Chicken
Agency: Central Philippine University
Authors: Jaime Cabarles Jr., Hope G. Patricio, Froilan C. Cabarles
1st runner up
Title of entry: Producing pH Indicator from Kamias (Averrhoa bilimbi L.) Flower Extract
Agency: West Visayas State University
Author: Dr. Shirely R. Jusayan
2nd runner up
Title: Establishment of Sustainable Selection, Breeding and Hatchery Operation for Darag Native Chicken
Agency: West Visayas State University
Author: Dr. Evelyn D. Tomambo, Dr. Ma. Lulu L. Loyola, Ms. CElsa G. Casiple, Dr. Helen Genandoy, et al.
POSTER MAKING CATEGORY
First prize
Title of entry: Producing pH indicator from Kamias (Averrhoabilimbi L.) Flower Extract
Agency: West Visayas State University
Author: Shirley R. Jusayan
2nd Prize
Title of entry: Varied Root Crops Flour as Crust for Tart Making
Agency: Capiz State University
Author: Lucia D. Adodoli
3rd prize
Title of entry: Coral Cover Assessment of Isla de Gigantes, Northern Iloilo
Agency: Northern Iloilo Polytechnic State College
Author: Nora O. Suerte
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