The Office of Research and Development of Eastern Visayas State University spearheaded the 1st Quarter Research and Development Proposal Hearing in collaboration with EVSU-Ormoc Campus, College of Business and Entrepreneurship-EVSU Main, and College of Technology-EVSU Main, February 20-21 via zoom.
The activity commenced with the welcome remarks of the Campus Director, EVSU-Ormoc Campus, Dr. Gerry de Cadiz.
The Dean of the College of Technology, Prof. Bernard Niño Membrebe, elucidated the rationale of the activity. “R and D proposal hearings are essential for organizations that want to invest in new research initiatives. They provide a forum for researchers to present their proposals, evaluate the feasibility and potential impact of the proposed research, identify and address any risks or challenges, and secure funding for their projects.”, he said.
He further mentioned that these hearings help ensure that the proposed research is aligned with EVSU’s mission and values. They are ethical and relevant and have the potential to generate positive outcomes for society and the environment.
Meanwhile, Dr. Pearl Aphrodite B. Carnice, the Director for Research and Development, explained the mechanics of presentation and the criteria for evaluation that look into the problem definition, literature, and previous work, impact of the proposed research, solution plan, expected results, quality of written and oral communication, critical thinking, and broader impact.
The papers are rated on the performance ratings categorized as: very good, good, acceptable, needs improvement, and needs significant improvement.
Dr. Rose Anna L. Refuerzo, the Dean of the College of Business and Entrepreneurship, introduced the panel of evaluators, to wit: Dr. Ramil T. Uy of Department of Science and Technology VIII and EVCIEERD consortium coordinator; Dr. Joel Rey Acob, former Dean, College of Nursing of Visayas State University and the Editor-in-Chief of Taran-awan Journal of Educational Research and Technology Management of EVSU-Tanauan Campus; and Dr. Constantino G. Medilo, Jr, Campus Director, SLSU-Tomas Oppus Campus.
The presence of the University President, Dr. Dennis C. de Paz, who delivered an inspirational message, made the activity remarkable.
The panel evaluated 23 submitted papers categorized into three strands: Environmental Science, Health, and Community Development; Education, Humanities, and the Arts; and Science, Technology, Engineering, Agri-Fisheries, and Mathematics.
In the Environmental Science, Health, and Community Development strand, the papers presented were the following: “Predicting the Water Quality of Community Based Water Systems (CBWS) In Leyte Using Artificial Neural Network” by Dr. Wenceslao Perante; “Health Risk Assessment of Drinking Water in Ormoc City” by Delicia C. Inghug and Kristine Lovele Navarrete; “Earthquake Preparedness of Public Schools” by Delicia C. Inghug,Charlene Pita,Berni Palacio,and Cheryl Sabal; “Level of ICT Competencies among Barangay Officials in Kananga, Leyte” by Arnie M. Cadiente; ” Pivotal Interplay of Factors of Electric Vehicle Purchase Intention: A Variance-Based –Structural Equation Modeling Approach” by Rustico B. Badilla.
Meanwhile, the Education, Humanities, and the Arts strand had the following papers presented: “Assessment of Workforce Communication Skills in Hospitals of a Highly Urbanized City” by Fideliza Cojuangco,Glenda Tupaz,Ericson Acebedo,Ryzel Canes,and Michael Sabino; “The Return of the BalangigaBells: A Multi-facetedAnalysis of its Effect to the Balangigan-on” by Angelli Marie M. Antoni,Rodel B. Ponferrada,Sarah G. Cajipo,Caroline Amante,Rico June A. Monte,Daisy Joy A. Negado, and Kay Bathala H. Santos; “Green Skills: Gearing Towards Sustainable Education and Economy” by Mary Jean Yanger,Richard Brun,Ricky Alalid,Bryan Gervacio,Julinito Sangutan,Sonia Enrile,Mary Grace Aruta,Eliditha Easter Gervacio,Louie Paul Fulminar,Chelsea Figueroa,Pearly Joy Bahia,Regie Sabela,Mark Joseph Cabinong,and Joanne Jasmin;” President Rodrigo Duterte’s” by Joezenon A. Purog; Philippine Folk Dance Adaptation: An Enrichment Approach to Teaching Tertiary Physical Education” by Erwin Oscar P. Ripalda and Maria Celeste F. Ripalda; “Heritage School Mapping of Gabaldon Buildings in the First District of Leyte: A prologue to Conservation and Restoration by Rommel Z. Hidalgo and Leonilyn P. Barredo-Hidalgo; “Stress, Coping Mechanisms and Problem-solving skills among College Students” by Charlene C. Pita, Ma. Erenita V. Bahian,and Joergen T. Arradaza, Jr.
In addition, the Science, Technology, Engineering, Agri-Fisheries, and Mathematics tallied 11 papers presented, to wit: “Foot Operated Valve Spring Compressor Tool for Diesel and Gasoline Engines” by Christopher T. Estopin,Jake A. Algo, and Jonathan O. Mañas; “Eastern Visayas State University – Dimensional Metrology Laboratory: An Appreciative Inquiry” by Christopher T. Estopin,Archer A. Armada,and Mark Anthony O. Partosa; “Rechargeable Digital Exposure Box for Silkscreen Printing” by Jose B. Cabcabin Jr.,Venn Jerk L. Bato, Mark Anthony C. Partosa, and Jonathan O. Mañas; “Solar Powered Rice Dryer for Farmers in Rural Areas” by Jay Gabriel F. Jimenez and Vinyl H. Oquiño; “Design and Evaluation of Air Conditioning Unit Controller for Energy Regulation” by Jonathan, P. Villapaña, Vinyl H. Oquiño, and Ricardo M. Lagarde; “Utilizing Egg Tray in Plywood Manufacturing” by Mark Kevin T. Cidro,Annabelle B. Pilapil,Lilian A. Lerios,and Diosdado J. Lesiguez; “Knowledge, Practices and Attitudes of Parents of 0-59 months old Stunted Children in the Local Government Unit of Babatngon, Leyte” by Ritchelle M. So,Christianne Faith A. Mahinay, and Segundina Devota A. Dilao; “San Agustin United Sewer’s Association (SAUSA) and Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU): An Evaluation of the Eight Year Relationship of a Community Driven Association and the Extension Services of a Partner University” by Teresa Desiree A. Palencia,Ma. Stefanie I. Caintic,Joy R. Amigo,and Mark Anthony C. Partosa; “Financial Management Practices among Employees” by Ma. Erenita Bahian,Bonard Torres,Genelyn Calzadaand Mary Ann B. Osores; “EVSU-iTAB (Innovative Tagpo Acid-Base) Titration Kit” by Fe T. Piedad,Grechelle N. Socias,Darwin C. Gomez,Adorne Y. Madera,and Mark Lester Yu;” Satisfaction Level Online among College Faculty and Students’ by Charlene C. Pita,Ma. Erenita V. Bahian,and Joergen T. Arradaza, Jr.
The closing remarks of the Vice-President for Research, Development, and Extension Services, Dr. Analyn C. Españo, capped off the research hearing.
