Pampanga State Agricultural University (PSAU) successfully concluded its 38th Annual Agency In-House Review of Completed and Ongoing Research for Academic Year 2024–2025 on July 31, 2025, at the University Food Center and Main Library. Supported by University President Dr. Anita G. David, the event showcased innovative and impactful research across four categories—Research-Agriculture, Research- Non-Agriculture, Development, and Social Science & Education—in both paper and poster formats.
External evaluators ensured a rigorous review process, representing DOST-PCAARRD, DA-RFO III, and CLAARRDEC/CLSU:
Research – Agriculture: Dr. Engelbert R. Lalican (DOST-PCAARRD), Ms. Josephine J. Muñoz (DA-RFO III), Dr. Joice V. San Andres (CLAARRDEC/CLSU)
Research – Non-Agriculture & Development: Dr. Emily A. Soriano (DA-RFO III), Mr. Arvin L. Guintu (DA-RFO III)
Social Science & Education: Mr. Alexander E. Santos (DA-RFO III)
Research-Agriculture
Best Paper: “Establishing the Potential of Locally-Available Feedstuff for Broiler Chicken and Goat in Pampanga” – Geraldine C. Sanchez, Juliet A. Danan, Walter L. Pacunana, Francisco B. Simbulan Jr., Marie Jay D. Pangilinan, Rogelio P. Carandang Jr.
Best Presenter: Juliet A. Danan
Best Poster: “Mushroom Production and Introduction of New Mushroom Species” – Mary Grace B. Gatan, Rodel T. Lorenzo, Ariane P. Barrientos, Reynaldo F. Punu III, Jocelyn D. Baluyut, Cesar F. Orpiada
Research – Non-Agriculture
Best Paper: “Solar-Powered Automated Forest Fire Early Detection System with GSM Module Integration” – Rosalie T. Tuazon, Johan Winsli G. Felix, Maribel T. Bravo, Johnny L. Miranda, Rodel R. Pentecostes
Best Presenter: Aris F. Miclat
Best Poster: “Anthropogenic Activities of Informal Settlers and Industries: Impacts on the Quality of River Water in District 4” – Michael Angelo C. Nicdao, Christine Joy Ann V. Padiernos, Mayleen D. Guevarra, Evelyn B. Cajucom, Alvin M. Supan
Development
Best Paper: “Verification and Intensification of Technologies for Rice and Legumes in Lahar-Affected Areas of Central Luzon” – Mary Grace B. Gatan, Menrado T. Gatan, Joel Q. Maliwat, Ariane P. Barrientos, Reynaldo F. Punu III, Cesar F. Orpiada, Jocelyn D. Baluyut
Best Presenter: Gerald M. Salas
Best Poster: “Expanding the Operation of DA-BAR TBI Program of PSAU” – Walter L. Pacunana
Social Science & Education
Best Paper: “Reinforcing Mathematics through Magalang (Mathematics Enrichment and Enhancement Training) MEET Program” – Ivy Gay O. Salvador, Jocell D. Calma, Aiza D. Villavicencio, Aldrin P. Mendoza
Best Presenter: Glenn M. Calaguas
Best Poster: “Academic Life and Academic Achievement: The Mediating Effects of Grit, Success, Hope and Performance” – Glenn M. Calaguas, Ferwin P. Precenillo, Fernando S. Gascon, Geena H. Pingol
This year’s review reinforces PSAU’s commitment to research excellence, innovation, and its alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).
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