By Karren Jay G. Asgar
Congratulations to all the winners of RESONATE 2026 Research and Innovation Week for your hard work, creativity, and meaningful research that truly made an impact. To God be the glory!
Central Philippine University (CPU) recognized outstanding students, faculty researchers, and innovators during the awarding and closing program of RESONATE 2026: Research and Innovation Week on April 17, 2026.
The announcement of winners covered key competitions and exhibitions, including the 20th Student Research Symposium, Technopreneurship Demo Day, 21st Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) Exhibit, and the CRACK IT Reverse Pitching x Hackathon.
Under the 20th Student Research Symposium, entries were awarded across five major categories: Food, Environment, and Resources (F); Advanced Technologies (A); Institutional Management, Business, and Tourism (I); Theology, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education (T); and Health and Allied Sciences (H). Student researchers were recognized for producing relevant, innovative, and impactful studies addressing current societal and industry needs.
Held from April 14 to 17, RESONATE 2026 marked CPU’s first Research and Innovation Week, anchored on the theme “Echoing Research Outputs, Upholding Ethics, and Amplifying Innovation Impact.” The event brought together the academic community and industry partners in a unified effort to promote research excellence and innovation.
Through the recognition of winners across diverse categories, CPU reaffirmed its commitment to advancing research, fostering innovation, and developing solutions that contribute to national and global development.
The following are this year’s winners in the RESONATE 2026 Research and Innovation Week:
A. 20th STUDENT RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM
| F– FOOD, ENVIRONMENT, AND RESOURCES CATEGORY
1. Biological Sciences A (Life Sciences) Researches |
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| AWARD | RESEARCH TITLE | RESEARCHERS |
| Best Paper | Neem (Azadirachta indica) Leaf Extract as a Promising Therapeutic Agent for Wound Healing in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic White Mice (Mus musculus) | Jaeniefehr Lhouise D. MurugathasMilan
Antonette L. Soloren Andreanna Faith R. Tambong Mica Charl G. Villanueva |
| 2. Biological Sciences B (Medical Laboratory Sciences) Researches | ||
| Best Paper | Effect of Philippine Copper Leaf (Acalypha wilkesiana) extract on the Hemato-Immunological Parameters in Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
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Jann Patrick V. Camandillo
Shania Kyle Q. Custodio Heleana Dulzen Grace K. Donton Sachiel Mae T. Tumalaytay |
| 2nd Place
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Unlocking Natural Solutions for Aquaculture Health: Investigating the Hemato-Immunological Effects of Gale of the Wind (Phyllanthus niruri) Extracts in Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
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Jed Melchior P. Labtic
Megan Kaye D. Macaso Jessel Nean C. Trogo Joelle Grace S. Umadhay Heart Lance S. Villanueva |
| 3rd Place | Antibacterial Properties of Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) Bile Against Selected Human Pathogenic Bacteria | Psalm Angelo G. Tagay
Alex Andrea M. Mendame Anna Mikhaela Therese M. Muñoz Franz Celnar P. Peroja Harlynwinder D. Singh Dennise S. Sucaldito |
| 3. Chemistry Researches | ||
| Best Paper | In Vitro α-Glucosidase Inhibitory Potential of Leaf and Flower Fractions of Pandakaki-puti (Tabernaemontana pandacaqui)
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Matt Jireh S. Tumlos
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| 2nd Place
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Spent Arabica (Coffea arabica) and Robusta (Coffea canephora) Coffee Grounds: Anti-Corrosion Efficacy for Mild Steel in Multi-Environmental Media, and Phytochemical Characterization | Jared E. Antonio
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| 3rd Place | Antioxidant Activity, Total Phenolic, and Flavonoid Content of Cobra Cobra (Cryptostegia madagascariensis) Sap Extract Fraction | Eizyle June S. Sabido
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| 4. Agriculture Researches | ||
| Best Paper | Evaluation of the pH Stability and Degradation Behavior of Red Cabbage Anthocyanin Encapsulated in Chitosan Nanoparticles | Erwin F. Bangha-on Jr.
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| 2nd Place
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Colorimetric Analysis of pH Responsive Biodegradable Film Infused with Red Cabbage Anthocyanin | Jan Erick Verde
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| 3rd Place | Curcumin-Based (Curcuma longa) Colorimetric Hydrogel Sensor for Ammonia Detection in Simulated Meat Spoilage | Jerald R. Barrato
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| 5. Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Researches | ||
| Best Paper | Design, Fabrication, and Performance Testing of Motor-Operated Horizontal Shaft Drum-Type Coffee Roasting Machiner | Kate Gerrayen T. Sinoy
Edelyn D. Tulang Mia D. Dumago |
| 2nd Place
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Design, Fabrication, and Evaluation of a Chain-Type,
Single-Cylinder Corn Sheller |
Jesun Gabriel S. Suelon
Daniel P. Parreño |
| 3rd Place | Quality Analysis of Briquettes Utilizing Coffee Grounds and Carbonized Eggshells | Andrea Emma J. Herrera
Mykel Josh P. Mondragon |
| A– ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES CATEGORY | ||
| 1. Computer Science Researches | ||
| Best Paper | Augmented Reality Food-Scanning Recipe-Generating Mobile Application Using YOLO and NLP Algorithm for Filipino Cuisine | Crisylle Mae A. Bayog
Azel Mae N. Moquera John Vincent L. Vipinosa Jesse Jot P. Auman |
| 2nd Place
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The Deception Detector: Unmask Fake News using a Hybrid NLP Framework | Ged Mico E. Ambay
Andre Josh C. Cuna Francis Vince C. Jaca Johnriel L. Sampiano |
| 3rd Place | Guidance Support System for Central Philippine University with Sentiment Analysis using Naive Bayes | Ryan Paul D. Go
Kenan Ben G. Polgo John Karl R. Soloma Gabriel Anthony C. Gabucay Reuben Linus P. Mendez |
| 2. Information Technology Research | ||
| Best Paper | Swine MultiplAI Trace: Swine Profiling and History Tracking in Artificial Insemination-Operated Multiplier Farms | Richarles Phillip Vince B. Patarata
Keith Leigh Marlouie P. Soliguen Rolando L. Barcelona II James Reymar A. Bacusa |
| 2nd Place
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NeuMi: A Smart Mirror for Facial Tracking and Wellness | Brix Q. Blancaflor
John Dale T. Egaran Joshua Troy C. Saburnido Reve Louie V. Sanchez |
| 3. Engineering-Related Research A (ChE, ME, PkgE) | ||
| Best Paper | Effects of Coal Bottom Ash Composition as Supplementary Cementitious Material | Kristen Rain M. Erodias
Frrence Daniel R. Daguman Carl Alexander A. Macias |
| 2nd Place
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Assessment of the Mechanical and Moisture Barrier Properties of Paper Sheet Derived from Saba Banana Peels (Musa acuminata x balbisiana) with Coconut Oil Coating (Cocos nucifera) | Kristine Rae A. Lumaban
Crystal Gyle Y. Morano Princess Joy M. Pastrana John Kelvin S. Sobredo Nico A. Solis |
| 4. Engineering-Related Research B (EE, ECE) | ||
| Best Paper | Upgrading the Locker Management System of the Henry Luce III Library, Central Philippine University | Richylle S. Delante
Gil Phillip T. Nava Gea E. Gaje Kirsten Atria L. Tordesillas Richie F. Labao |
| 2nd Place
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ACPATECH – Automatic Corn Planter for Agricultural Technology | Maverick J. Rico
Johann Roel P. Alcantara Reymar P. Balagosa Alessandro M. Clavecillas |
| 3rd Place | Optimization and Validation of Energy Source Configurations for Agricultural Equipment Operation: A Case Study Using A Corn Grinder
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Ian Mhel P. Frenila
Justine Von D. Baranda Loise Daniel S. Rebuelta Nicole John D. Fuentes Crista C. Tapan Lance Tyrone O. Del Socorro Karl P. Medina |
| I- INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT, BUSINESS, AND TOURISM CATEGORY | ||
| 1. Business-Related Research | ||
| Best Paper | A Case Study on the Internal Controls of a Community-Managed Water System | Alanna Louisse B. Dator
Gryselah Joy G. Bolivar Chlaidee Jireh V. Javellana Ej H. Jimenez |
| 2nd Place
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Consumer Behavior in Ready-To-Wear (RTW) Stores | Ramesh F. Candido
Denise Karen T. Cawaling Katherine Arianne M. Castillon Angelique Banasig Aaliyah Balderas |
| 3rd Place | Emotional Design of E-commerce Platform and Purchase Decision | Monica Gregorio
Mark John Baldago Nelle Ivory Galea Jacinth John Yniego Ernest John Margarico |
| T- THEOLOGY, HUMANITIES, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND EDUCATION CATEGORY | ||
| 1. Education-Related Research | ||
| Best Paper | The Use of Traditional Game in Improving the Fine Motor Skills of Grade 2 Pupils | Lorenze Jim Arroyo
Andrew Niño Quindipan Eula Marie Lamparero Kristia Marie Agramon |
| 2nd Place
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The Use of Number Line as a Strategy in Teaching Problem Solving Involving Fractions | Eulyn D. Silva
Chazlene Joy Drilon Marilou Jean Cudo Lyra Jade Galvan |
| 3rd Place | The Relationship Between Reading Habitus and Social Media Usage Among 12th Grade Students | Peter Bendita
Jayshia Joy Edullan Aaliyah Dologmanding Fabrice Segaya |
| 2. Languages, Linguistics, and Communication Research | ||
| Best Paper | An Analysis of Linguistic Markers of “Despair” in Osamu Dazai’s No Longer Human | Kimberly Belle Sio
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| 2nd Place
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A Feminist Stylistic Analysis of Selected Poems by Jose Garcia Villa | Kyra S. Veloso
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| H- Health and Allied Sciences Category | ||
| 1. Health-Related Research | ||
| Best Paper | Lived Experiences of Student Nurses from a Non-STEM Strand Background at a Private University in Iloilo City, Philippines | Aaron James A. Sonza
Lester Drix P. So Shanley Ann V. Soldevilla J Nathanael David C. Soledad Wil Andre M. Solivel Patryxia Krys F. Soloren |
| 2nd Place
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Knowledge and Perceived Readiness of Clinical Instructors in Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Nursing Education at a Private University in Iloilo City | Keaziah May J. Villaraiz
Kied L. Villareal Francis Lorenz M. Vito Julia Therese V. von Hofsten Marthy Grace D. Yngayo Jose Mathew C. Zoluaga |
| 3rd Place | Utilization of Technological Learning Platform and Class Performance Among Student Nurses in a Selected University in Iloilo City | Danafe Marie D. Libo-on
Chelsea B. Limbungan Aia C. Limwaco Zian Christian F. Lirazan Sarah Joy M. Logronio Caira Faith P. Losbañes |
| OTHER CATEGORY | ||
| 1. School of Graduate Studies Research | ||
| Best Paper | Cultural Identity for Local Tourism Development: A Multiple Case Study of Selected One Town, One Product Programs in Iloilo Province | Leigh Lawrence Ray D. Ikalina
Dr. Renia F. Dela Peña |
| 2nd Place
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Indigenous Voices: A Case Study of the Ancestral Domain Social Development and Protection Plan Through Participatory Needs Analysis | John Marlou B. Salido
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| 3rd Place | Occurrence and Antibiotic Resistance Profiles of Bacterial Isolates from Sediments of the Calajunan Sanitary Landfill, Iloilo, Philippines | Ted Rudi Aurelio
Stephen Sabinay John Kelly Padernilla Rolando V. Pakingking, Jr. |
| Special Awards | ||
| Best Presenter | Cultural Identity for Local Tourism Development: A Multiple Case Study of Selected One Town, One Product Programs in Iloilo Province | Leigh Lawrence Ray D. Ikalina |
| 2nd Best Presenter | Indigenous Voices: A Case Study of the Ancestral Domain Social Development and Protection Plan Through Participatory Needs Analysis | John Marlou B. Salido |
| 3rd Best Presenter | A Brew Gone Cold: A Case Study of Coffee Shop Closures in Baguio City | Fernando C. Bagay |
| 2. Junior High School Research | ||
| Best Paper | Thermal Insulation of Coconut (Cocos nucifera) Coir and Rice (Oryza sativa) Husk Composite in Food Packaging | Sunn Gyann Mae Alog
Paris Kate Galilea Yra Azrrel Sacramento Julia Grace Soluta Jc Laurence A. Legarde Ross Von D. Liza Gallagher P. Mendoza Nahbi Juel L. Caspe |
| 2nd Place
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The Anti-bacterial Effectivity of Peperomia pellecida (Pansit-pansitan) and Gliricidia sepium (Madre de cacao) Leaf Extracts against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aereus | Rex Daniel L. Delarmente
Jolian Dorothy C. Inayan Alexander John D. Bautista Gian Andrei B. Castro Diadem Ruth T. Legada Erwynn Gavril S. Rizardo Eloise Lindsey C. Ticar Christian James A. Yap |
| 3. Senior High School Experimental Research | ||
| Best Paper | Automated Egg Grader: A Machine Vision-Based System for Grading and Defect Assessment | Rey Laurenz P. Lorilla
Mariedelle Jane L. Saban Nelson John B. Banzate Kristyl Joy L. Osano Frank Gaudens J. Mandal |
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Development and Evaluation of Thermal Insulators from Agricultural Wastes: Zea mays (Corn) Cobs and Oryza sativa L. (Rice) Husks | Carmela Marie C. Lozada
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| 3rd Place | Musa acuminata x balbisiana (Saba) Pseudostem and Leaves with Sawdust as Substrate for the Mycelial Growth of Pleurotus ostreatus (Oyster Mushroom) | Johann Henriette P. Pillo
Chezka Erela G. Abrenica Iana Jane C. Beria Ever Grace G. Gasis Ashlee Monique S. Obra Elijah Marie C. Amada Aresha Rihanna Marie B. Bucol Hanzon L. Zapico Jan Patrick G. Go Chezka Abrenica |
| 4. Senior High School Social Sciences Research | ||
| Best Paper | Misinformation Susceptibility Among Senior High School Faculty in Relation to Age and Frequency of Watching Videos Online | Chloe Paulyn Joie D. Juntoria
Althea Marie J. Villa, Ghezekiel Dei G. Baclay Nikka Charcelle C. Barbarono |
| 2nd Place
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Quantifying the Heat: A Regression-Based Predictive Model for Regional Climate Patterns in the Philippines | Viza Gale Q. Espada
Cresa Alexandra Y. Cuenca Mary Noelle T. Alim Leanne B. Go Mikaela Paulah C. Pedroso |
| 3rd Place | Senior High School Learners’ Attitude and Engagement Towards Research | Spence Collyn A. Fara-on
Joan Marie R. Calero Mikko Aldred P. Dilig Kaye J. Sillares |
B. RESEARCH POSTER ENTRIES
| PRIZE | TITLE | RESEARCHERS |
| Best Poster | Effects of Coal Bottom Ash Composition as Supplementary Cementitious Material | Kristen Rain M. Erodias
Frrence Daniel R. Daguman Carl Alexander A. Macias |
| 2nd Place | Anti-angiogenic Activity of Organically Grown Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata Linnaeus) Leaf Ethanolic Extract on Duck (Anas platyrhynchos) Embryo | Lee Harvey M. Alvarez
Precious Pearl C. Banaban Nicole Antonette D. Bernardo Cassie Anne L. Buenafe Ma. Antoinette N. Causing |
| 3rd Place | Self-assessment of High-Fidelity Simulation-based Training and Clinical Performance Among Student Nurses in a Selected University in Iloilo City
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Bernd Justin Cruz
Rocel Martha Cruz Ailes Nicolle Dala June Andrea Dapat Steffanie Yvonne Davasol Shanley Bryll De La Cruz |
C. TECHNOPRENEURSHIP WINNERS
| Award | Venture Name | Brief Abstract | Team Members |
| Champion | InkAway | A portable and fabric-safe stain remover designed to address one of the most common problems faced by students and consumers; ink stains on clothing. The product offers a fast, convenient, and effective solution by removing ink marks instantly without the need for immediate washing, making it both practical and user-friendly. | Clair Anne Lignig
Marianne M. Tamayo
Jan Kristian Batisla-ong |
| 2nd Place | ABE Solutions-HarvesTa | A digital agricultural platform developed to improve market access for farmers by connecting them directly with institutional buyers. Through real-time inventory tracking, smart supply-demand matching, and forecasting features, the venture aims to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and strengthen the agricultural supply chain. | Neil Joseph T. Tinasas
Carl Jashmer C. Camillan
Sarah Jade Paisan |
| 3rd Place | EngiRAT-BuksiKo | An ergonomic oyster-opening tool created to improve safety and efficiency in oyster shucking. Designed with a controlled opening mechanism and user-centered features, the venture helps reduce infury risk, lessen effort, and make the process easier for both beginners and experienced users. | Thyra Gayle S. Dubal
Andrea Ambasa
Ruchelle Joy L. Moleño |
D. 21ST INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN (IED) EXHIBIT
| PRIZE | Team Name/Department | RESEARCHERS |
| 1st Place | Team Name: Oxycore Dynamics
Department: Electrical Engineering
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Rhenz Emmanuel Aandeo
Daniel Benedict Casas Benjamen Ford Cepe Brent Shannon De Guzman Raphael V. Gamboa John Denver Morente Mark Dave C. Sala |
| 2nd Place | Team name: Hydrofeast
Department: Electronics Engineering
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Glen Paul C. Boteros
Mikhael Corluz S. Capapas Gea E. Gaje Frank Alexis Ivo M. Hugo Mark Roddison A. Siacor |
| 3rd Place | Team name: ANIMAP
Department: Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering |
Ernest Andrei Cadiz
David Angello Celendro Justine Ray Dajay Ma. Ella Casandra Gange Marcus Remy Anthony Misterio
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6. CRACK IT REVERSE PITCHING X HACKATHON
| Award | Start-up | Description | Team Members |
| Champion | USync Command Center | Identity-Driven Energy Management for CPU | Basil Jermanos Amso
Prime Nicolli M. Acdol Jose Victorino D. Solidum Frances Chloe Talaman Trisha Anne Segumban |
| 2nd Place | TapWatt | Save a watt with a tap | Jeremy Don Giyangan
Nelson Lago lll Justin Jan Dalumpines Barby Clarise Peregil Bryan Kent Estoesta |
| 3rd Place | OMNISCIENT | Smart Campus Energy Management System | Benjamen Ford M. Cepe
Teddie John Y. Rajeev Louie Dale F. Cervera Franz Eliezer E. Samilo Elijah Arian Mardoquio – BSSE 1 |