NEMSU Bislig - Research and Innovation Office

14/09/2026

| Big congratulations to Dr. Garry S. Lindo!

​The NEMSU Bislig Campus researcher has published his latest study on solar-powered vending machines in the Scopus-indexed ASEAN Journal of Scientific and Technological Reports.

​📖 Read full paper: https://doi.org/10.55164/ajstr.v29i8.262407

📌 How to cite:

Lindo, G. S. (2026). Predicting user acceptance of Solar-Powered vending machines based on quality dimensions. AJSTR, 29, e262407. https://doi.org/10.55164/ajstr.v29i8.262407

​We celebrate your achievement and look forward to more groundbreaking work! 👏

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| Congratulations to Engr. Garry S. Lindo, PhD faculty researcher from NEMSU Bislig Campus, for achieving an international milestone with his publication in a Q4 Scopus-indexed journal under ASEAN Journal of Sci and Tech Reports.

Scan the QR to read the full article or click the link below:
https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105049629620?origin=resultslist

How to cite:
Lindo, G. S. (2026). Predicting user acceptance of Solar-Powered vending machines based on quality dimensions. ASEAN Journal of Scientific and Technological Reports, 29,e262407https://doi.org/10.55164/ajstr.v29i8.262407

The NEMSU community celebrates this success with you and looks forward to more impactful research in the future!

14/09/2026

12/09/2026

03/09/2026

| 100 IN 2026: NEMSU REACHES A CRITICAL RESEARCH MILESTONE

North Eastern Mindanao State University has reached 100 Scopus-indexed research outputs in 2026, as of August 30, marking a significant leap in the University’s annual research productivity.

The numbers tell a clear story of growth:

2022 — 8
2023 — 9
2024 — 20
2025 — 42
2026 — 100 and growing

This annual progression matters. Under the current Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings methodology, an institution must produce at least 100 relevant publications in each year of the five-year assessment period, while reaching at least 1,000 relevant publications across the five years, among other eligibility requirements.

For NEMSU, therefore, reaching the 100-publication mark in 2026 is more than a numerical achievement. It represents an important threshold in the University’s journey toward developing the level of sustained annual research productivity expected of research-intensive universities. The challenge now is not simply to reach 100 once, but to sustain and surpass this level year after year while strengthening research quality, citation impact, collaboration, and relevance.

This growing research momentum is also reflected in NEMSU’s recognition by GHF University Excellence among Philippine universities identified as strong candidates for future inclusion in the THE World University Rankings. GHF’s qualification tracking similarly highlights universities reaching at least 100 Scopus-indexed outputs annually as they build toward THE eligibility.

More importantly, the trajectory from 8 to 100 signals that NEMSU is steadily giving measurable form to its vision of becoming “A Research University advancing technology and innovation for sustainable development.”

Behind these numbers are our faculty researchers, students, research personnel, research centers, campuses, collaborators, and partners whose collective work continues to strengthen a culture of inquiry, publication, and innovation across the University.

100 in 2026 is a milestone. Sustaining 100 and beyond is the mission.

Padayon sa pag-ALPAS!

03/09/2026

| HELLO, NEMSU RESEARCHERS! GREAT NEWS! 📢

The submission period for Research Proposals for possible Institutional Research Funding for Fiscal Year 2028 has been EXTENDED!

This is your opportunity to further refine your research proposal, strengthen your ideas, and contribute meaningful research aligned with the University's priority research areas.

📌 EXTENDED DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2026

We encourage all faculty members and researchers to take advantage of this extended submission period and submit their research proposals within the prescribed timeframe.

REMINDER: Ensure that your proposal is complete and complies with the prescribed forms, guidelines, and requirements to facilitate its endorsement for review.

Proposal and Budgetary Requirements Template link below:
https://tinyurl.com/53mb93vt

Submit your Proposals via Google Drive link below:
https://tinyurl.com/2v9fer7c

📩 For more details and inquiries, please contact:
Research and Innovation Office
North Eastern Mindanao State University
📧 [email protected]

Don’t miss this extended opportunity! Refine your ideas, make an impact, and submit your research proposal NOW!

27/08/2026

𝑵𝑬𝑴𝑺𝑼 𝑩𝒊𝒔𝒍𝒊𝒈 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒈𝒂 𝑹𝑺𝑻𝑾 2026 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑶𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈, 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝑶𝑨 𝑺𝒊𝒈𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈

𝑨𝑼𝑮𝑼𝑺𝑻 27, 2026 | North Eastern Mindanao State University (NEMSU) Bislig Campus participated in the 2026 Caraga Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) held at Robinsons Place Butuan.

The event featured the Grand Opening, Press Conference, and Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) Signing, bringing together representatives from government agencies, academic institutions, and other partner organizations across the Caraga Region.

NEMSU was also represented by NEMSU President III Nemesio G. Loayon, PhD, and Vice President for Research, Innovation and Extension Rolly G. Salvaleon, PhD, who joined the activities as part of the university’s participation in the regional celebration.

Representing NEMSU Bislig Campus were Arnel J. Valenciano, Program Head of the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, and Louella Jane B. Gabato, University Research Associate II. Their participation allowed the campus to connect with partner institutions and take part in discussions and activities focused on science, technology, research, and innovation.

This year’s Caraga RSTW carries the theme, “Innovations and Solutions for Food Security, Sustainable Energy, and Resilience.” The celebration highlights the importance of science, technology, and innovation in addressing community needs and supporting development in the region.

NEMSU Bislig continues to take part in regional activities that create opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and partnerships in support of research, innovation, and community development.

𝑨𝒅𝒗𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒄𝒉. 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏. 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔.

27/08/2026

25/08/2026

𝑵𝑬𝑴𝑺𝑼 𝑩𝒊𝒔𝒍𝒊𝒈 𝑭𝒂𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒚 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒄𝒉 𝑻𝒆𝒄𝒉𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝑹𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒘 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑭𝒀 2027 𝑭𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈

AUGUST 24–25, 2026 | Through a two day virtual technical review via Zoom, faculty members of North Eastern Mindanao State University (NEMSU) Bislig Campus presented their proposed research projects for FY 2027 Funding under the theme, “Advancing Quality Research. Strengthening Innovation. Transforming Communities.”

The virtual session brought researchers and technical experts together for a focused exchange on research ideas, approaches, and expected contributions. The Research and Innovation Office facilitated the technical review in Room 4, coordinating the presentation of research proposals and the discussions between the research proponents and the invited technical panel members. This setup provided a structured space for the researchers to present their proposed studies, receive expert observations, and further refine their research questions, methodologies, scope, and anticipated outputs.

The technical review in Room 4 was enriched by the expertise of Dr. Arnold C. Alguno, Research Management Director and Professor of Mindanao State University, Iligan Institute of Technology, and Engr. Rose May Igdon Vallinas, Senior Environmental Management Specialist and Faculty of DENR Region X and Xavier University. Their technical perspectives encouraged the research proponents to look more closely at the strength of their research designs and the relevance of their proposed outputs.

Participating in NEMSU Bislig Campus were Rvglen M. Cubarol, Lovella C. De Ramos, Virgilio T. Ombao, Jr., Hendon Lamanilao, Anastacio Pantaleon, Melchora Baculinao, and Charry Mae S. Numeron, who presented their respective research proposals and engaged with the panel during the technical discussions.

The activity highlights an important stage in the research process, where ideas are examined before they move toward implementation. These exchanges help shape proposals into studies that are not only academically sound but also relevant to the fields and communities they seek to serve.

The technical review also contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4, SDG 9 and SDG 17 through the sharing of expertise and collaboration among researchers, technical reviewers, and academic institutions.

NEMSU Bislig congratulates the faculty researchers who presented their proposals and extends its appreciation to the technical panel members, the Research and Innovation Office, and everyone who contributed to the organization and conduct of the virtual technical review. Every question raised, recommendation shared, and research idea refined forms part of the process of building stronger studies and producing knowledge that can inform practice, support communities, and contribute to development.

Advancing quality research. Strengthening innovation. Transforming communities.

21/08/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐌𝐒𝐔 𝐁𝐢𝐬𝐥𝐢𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐁𝐎𝐋𝐀𝐕𝐀 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐒 𝐏𝐀𝐌𝐁

AUGUST 20, 2026 | BISLIG CITY, SURIGAO DEL SUR — The NEMSU Bislig Research Team joined the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) of the Barcelona–Bongan–Lawigan–Valencia Protected Landscape and Seascape (BARBOLAVA PLAS) to present its study Resource Mapping and Biodiversity Assessment in Barangays Labisma and Lawigan, Bislig City.

Funded by the LGU of Bislig City, the study will map and assess mangroves, seagrass beds, coral reefs, and associated reef fish, comparing areas within and outside existing Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).

The study aims to provide baseline scientific information to support MPA management, coastal conservation, and the strengthening of the LGU’s Coastal and Marine Zonation Plan.

NEMSU Bislig Research extends its sincere gratitude to the DENR–CENRO Bislig, headed by CENR Officer Romel B. Arbolonio, and the entire DENR–CENRO team for their valuable time, guidance, and support during the presentation and discussion of the proposed study.

The initiative contributes to SDG 14 – Life Below Water, supporting the conservation and sustainable use of marine and coastal resources, and SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals, through collaboration among NEMSU, DENR–CENRO, PAMB, and the LGU of Bislig City.

18/08/2026

NEMSU Bislig extends its heartfelt gratitude to the City Government of Bislig for its continued support and partnership in exploring the possible return of commercial flights to the city.

The proposed feasibility and sustainability study is a step toward understanding the needs and opportunities for restoring air connectivity in Bislig. Through continued collaboration, NEMSU and the City Government of Bislig aim to improve connectivity and open more opportunities for tourism, business, and local development.