The 3rd National Research and Education for Development and Innovation (REDI) Congress, held virtually on November 29, 2024, was a great success, with Mountain Province State University (MPSU) playing a key role as a co-organizer. Hosted by Romblon State University (RSU), the congress brought together researchers, educators, and professionals from across the Philippines to discuss important research, development, and innovation issues.
This year's congress focused on how artificial intelligence (AI) can tackle pressing societal challenges and promote a more inclusive and sustainable future. The event brought together university faculty, graduate students, experts, and professionals to share knowledge, collaborate on research, and explore new solutions. It also emphasized the role of research and development in improving societal well-being, especially in the context of the "new normal" brought on by recent global challenges.
MPSU made a strong contribution to the congress, with 15 presenters showcasing their research in diverse fields. These presentations covered five major areas: Social Sciences, Humanities, and Education (SHE), Supervision, Administration, Leadership, and Management (SALM), Environment, Agriculture, and Natural Sciences (EANS), Engineering, Development, and Innovation (EDI) and Extension Category. The range of topics highlighted MPSU’s dedication to advancing research across multiple disciplines.
The 15 MPSU presenters and their research topics were:
Social Sciences, Humanities, and Education (SHE) Category
- Delia A. Sumeg-ang – Gender Disparities in the Classroom Performance of Boys and Girls in Elementary Education
- Eros John P. Maskay – Survey on the Safety and Security of MPSU
- Georgina P. Maskay – Unveiling the Labyrinth of Medication Errors and the Impact on Professional Performance
- Jonnelle D. Fagsao – Navigating the Fog: Analyzing Hedging Techniques in President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.’s Persuasive Political Rhetoric
- Julie Grace M. Docallas – Telling Tales of Taste: A Study on the Language, Imagery, and Cultural References Used by Street Food Vendors around the Cordillera Administrative Region
- Luzlyn M. Agwilang – Sustainability Consciousness of Local Community Residents in the Philippine Highlands
- Phoenix D. Tayni – Assessment of the Potential Demand for the MAN Program in MPSPC
- Rhoda B. Galangco – Exploring the Acculturative Stress Experiences of Foreign Muslim Students of Higher Education Institutions in Baguio City
- Rudy T. Papsa-ao, Jr. – Correlation between Academic Performance and Licensure Examination Results
- Somerson C. Kis-ing – Mathematics Society Activities in Conformity with the United Nations’ (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Veneranda P. Depayso – Understanding the Rapist’s Mind
Engineering, Development, and Innovation (EDI)
- Jaccy L. Dumaliw – Landslide Susceptibility Mapping in Tadian, Mountain Province
Supervision, Administration, Leadership, and Management (SALM)
- Jiselle Q. Bayangdan – Level of Satisfaction of Student Interns with the MPSPC Internship Program
Extension Category
- Joy Fraine M. Ngodcho – Fortifying Survival of Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) Returnees of Mountain Province through the Philippine Reintegration Program
Environment, Agriculture, and Natural Sciences (EANS)
- Joyce D. Cuyangoan – Potential of Golden Apple Snail (Pomacea canaliculate) Sausage: Organoleptic, Microbiological, and Nutritional Properties Analysis
Dr. Jonnelle Fagsao was recognized with the Best Presenter award in the Social, Health, and Education (SHE) category for his research on political rhetoric, which highlighted MPSU's strong academic contributions to Congress.
The congress provided a valuable platform for participants to explore how artificial intelligence can be applied to various fields such as education, healthcare, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. Discussions also focused on how AI can promote social equity and address local and global challenges. The event featured sessions on building research capacity, fostering academic collaboration, and addressing the needs of communities in the digital age.
Despite being held virtually, the conference facilitated interactive discussions. The Zoom platform allowed real-time exchanges, Q&A sessions, and networking opportunities, enabling participants to connect and share insights with peers nationwide.
Both Romblon State University and Mountain Province State University expressed their commitment to advancing research, innovation, and education. This year’s REDI Congress's success underscored the importance of academic partnerships in fostering research-driven solutions to societal problems. The event also showcased the valuable contributions of MPSU researchers to the ongoing dialogue on development and innovation in the Philippines.
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