SSU - Samar Island GIS and Data Analytics Center

𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗥𝟴 │ Strengthening IPTBM through 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

Samar State University, through the Samar Island GIS and Data Analytics Center (SIGISDAC), implements activities under Project 1: Strengthening the Regional Intellectual Property and Technology Business Management (IPTBM) in Eastern Visayas of the DOST–PCAARRD Regional Agri-Aqua Innovation System Enhancement (RAISE) Program Phase 2.

As part of this initiative, SSU successfully convened Consortium Member Institutions (CMIs) in Eastern Visayas through the Regional IPTBM Coordination and Convergence: IP Policy & Technology Transfer Protocol Review and IP Audit & Inventory Workshop, held on March 19–20 and March 23–24, 2026, at the Naval Function Room, Summit Hotel Tacloban.

The activity brought together ITSO Directors, IPTBM focal persons, and institutional representatives from the following CMIs:

• Samar State University (SSU)
• Visayas State University (VSU)
• Biliran Province State University (BiPSU)
• Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU)
• Southern Leyte State University (SLSU)
• University of Eastern Philippines (UEP)

The activity served as a platform for the review and enhancement of institutional Intellectual Property policies and Technology Transfer protocols, while fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and alignment among CMIs. The workshop featured technical sessions led by Prof. Adrian H. Sablan, Chief of the IP Management and Technology Transfer Division of the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines, and Engr. Aldrex L. Aviso, Intellectual Property Rights Specialist of IPOPHL, covering the IP system, technology transfer, commercialization, and institutional policy development.

Through this initiative, the RAISE Program continues to advance a culture of innovation, strengthen institutional linkages, and support the effective management and commercialization of technologies in Eastern Visayas.

𝗩𝗦𝗨 × 𝗦𝗦𝗨 │ Strengthening Collaboration through 𝗔𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗧𝗲𝗸𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗵𝗶𝘆𝗮 𝟯.𝟬

Samar State University, through the Samar Island GIS and Data Analytics Center (SIGISDAC) and the Technology Business Incubator (SSU TBI-LAMBAT), actively participated in 𝗔𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗧𝗲𝗸𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗵𝗶𝘆𝗮 𝟯.𝟬, an innovation and knowledge exchange initiative spearheaded by Visayas State University through its Innovation and Co-Creation Office under the Office of the Vice President for Research, Extension, and Innovation (OVPREI), in collaboration with the Visayas Consortium for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Program (ViCARP) and RAISE Program in Eastern Visayas (Region VIII).

𝗔𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗧𝗲𝗸𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗵𝗶𝘆𝗮 𝟯.𝟬 serves as a platform for faculty researchers and students from Consortium Member Institutions (CMIs) to showcase innovative and commercially viable agri-aqua technologies. The initiative promotes knowledge exchange, technology transfer, and stronger collaboration between the academe and industry, while supporting opportunities for technology adoption and commercialization.

As part of the Regional Technology Pitching Competition of 𝗔𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗧𝗲𝗸𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗵𝗶𝘆𝗮 𝟯.𝟬, SSU was represented by Mr. Jackey Boy C. Basal from the SSU Mercedes Campus. His technology, “Low-Cost Improvised Recirculating Aquaculture System for Cultured Grouper,” was awarded 𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝘆, highlighting the university’s commitment to developing practical and impactful innovations that address real-world challenges.

Samar State University expresses its sincere appreciation to Visayas State University for the opportunity to collaborate and contribute to the successful conduct of 𝗔𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗧𝗲𝗸𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗵𝗶𝘆𝗮 𝟯.𝟬. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing innovation, strengthening institutional linkages, and fostering sustainable development in Eastern Visayas.

| May this special day honor your dedicated service and steadfast leadership, and may the year ahead bring continued success to your initiatives.

Happiest Birthday, Sir Lad!

Samar State University, through the Samar Island GIS and Data Analytics Center (SIGISDAC) in collaboration with the Intellectual Property and Technology Business Development Office (IPTBDO), conducted the IP Masterclass and Patent Mining Echo Seminar, at the SSU Main Campus Convention Center.

The activity is implemented under Project 1: Strengthening the Regional Intellectual Property and Technology Business Management (IPTBM) in Eastern Visayas under the RAISE Program Phase 2 of the DOST-PCAARRD.

The seminar gathered faculty members and researchers from the:

• College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
• College of Industrial Technology (CIT)
• College of Education (COED)
• College of Engineering (COENG)
• College of Nursing and Health Sciences (CONHS)
• SSU Mercedes Campus
• SSU Paranas Campus

The IP Masterclass (Echo Seminar) was facilitated by Engr. Nikko Ardel Floretes, covering IP 101: Basics of Intellectual Property (IP) and Prior Art Search Fundamentals. The session introduced participants to the fundamental concepts of intellectual property protection, types of IP, and essential patent search principles.

The Patent Mining (Echo Seminar) was led by Engr. Fernando S. Macabare, III, covering the Foundations of Patent Mining and Patent Analytics, Tools, Classifications, and Search Strategy, followed by a Guided Patent Mining Workshop.

During the workshop session, representatives from the participating departments and campuses presented their respective works and shared their research initiatives as part of the activity.

Through this activity, SSU strengthens its capacity in innovation, intellectual property protection, and technology transfer, building an IP-ready research community.

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗪 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 2025

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗪, an innovation initiative developed by 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 (𝗦𝗦𝗨) and 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁 (𝗟𝗚𝗨) 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆, was featured at the 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 (𝗦𝗜𝗙) 2025 through the invitation of the 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 (𝗗𝗧𝗜) 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗿. The project served as a model of innovation-led and sustainable development, highlighting the collaborative efforts toward inclusive progress in the City.

Held on October 23, 2025, at the Samar Convention Center in Catbalogan City, the forum was organized by DTI Samar in partnership with the Provincial Government of Samar, LGU Catbalogan, LGU Calbayog, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Catbalogan Chapter, and Samar State University (SSU). With the theme “Invest Samar 2025: Igniting Growth Through Partnerships,” the event brought together investors, financial institutions, and development partners to explore and strengthen Samar’s investment potential.

Project TANAW was featured in the Innovation Showcase, representing the joint commitment of Samar State University (SSU) and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Catbalogan City to translate research and technology into practical solutions that drive local development. Its inclusion highlighted the importance of collaboration between the academe, local government, and private sector in promoting innovation-led and inclusive growth. Participating in events like the SIF provides valuable exposure and networking opportunities that help advance the project’s goals. SSU and the Project TANAW team extend their gratitude to DTI Samar for the invitation.

SSU’s SIGISDAC Director is the region’s Researcher of the Year - Samar State University Samar State University is an educational landmark of vital importance to the province of Samar. It gives everyone the opportunity to pursue higher education, which is very much needed for vocational proficiency, and individual as well as national development.

Warmest birthday greetings to our Director and Project Leader, Engr. Raven C. Tabiongan. We hope you had a wonderful birthday filled with joy and special moments. Wishing you continued happiness, success, and meaningful accomplishments in the year ahead.

𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 2025: 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗪 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗿. 𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿

The Visayas Startup Awards 2025 Virtual Pitching Competition brought together the Top 18 Finalists, each presenting bold, game-changing ideas across six categories: Agricultural Technology, Educational Technology, Financial Technology, Green Technology & Climate Resilience, Healthcare Technology, and Tourism & Creative Technology.

From being part of the 𝗧𝗼𝗽 18 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀, to becoming a 𝗧𝗼𝗽 6 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 & 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝘆 and ultimately awarded as the 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 2025, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗪 has proven that innovation, resilience, and passion are driving forces in shaping the future of the Visayas startup ecosystem.

The awarding was held during the Innovation and Technology Transfer Summit on September 4–5, 2025, in Tacloban City, hosted by DOST Region 8 together with the Wadhwani Foundation – Philippines.

Representing the hardworking Project TANAW team, Engr. Raven Tabiongan, Project Leader, proudly received the awards. This triumph reflects not only his leadership but also the commitment, collaboration, and perseverance of the entire team who tirelessly worked to transform innovative concepts into practical, sustainable solutions. Supporting them during this milestone were Dr. Redentor Palencia, University President; Dr. Vivian L. Moya, Executive Director for Research and Extension; and Dr. Sherrie Ann C. Labid, Executive Director for Research.

Adding to the celebration, 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗿. 𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 was also honored as 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 during the Summit. This recognition affirms his vision, perseverance, and dedication to turning ideas into transformative innovations for regional development. His journey demonstrates how research, innovation, and teamwork can transform challenges into meaningful impacts that benefit communities.

Congratulations to Project TANAW team, composed of Ar. Lhimarose Tanseco, Catherine Joie Carcellar, Ma. Yvonne Chiu, Sonny Boy Ellema Jr., James Cortel, and to Engr. Raven for bringing pride to the Visayas and inspiring the next generation of innovators!

𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘀: Wadhwani Foundation – Philippines (page)

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗪 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗠𝗮𝘆𝘄𝗮 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘀 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 2025

On August 2, 2025, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗪 was among the 9 finalists at the Visayas TECH PLANTER 2025, held at the Grand Ballroom of Marco Polo Plaza Cebu City. Presented under the NextGen Adaptive Systems category, the project received the ShinMaywa Award, which recognizes innovations with strong potential for practical application, social or environmental impact, and compelling delivery.

The project was led by Engr. Raven C. Tabiongan, who delivered a clear and impactful presentation that highlighted an advanced disaster resilience platform integrating 3D modeling, augmented reality, and geospatial data. The delivery captured the audience's attention for its clarity, technical strength, and relevance to real-world challenges.

Backing this success is the dedicated Team TANAW, composed of Ar. Lhimarose Tanseco, Catherine Joie Carcellar, Ma. Yvonne Chiu, Sonny Boy Ellema Jr., and James Cortel.

As part of the event, a poster exhibit was also held, where Project TANAW was featured. The team's presentation helped spark interest among attendees, who visited the exhibit to learn more about their project.

Organized by Leave a Nest Philippines, the Visayas TECH PLANTER is a regional platform that supports science and technology-based startups by connecting them with industry leaders, mentors, and potential collaborators.

𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧: 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲𝗱

Please be advised that the TechComm Caravan: Institutional Launch originally scheduled for August 6–7, 2025 will be rescheduled to a later date to accommodate the availability of participants and resource persons.

While we finalize the new date, registration will remain open, and we continue to invite SSU faculty researchers and innovators, particularly those with registered IPs, to sign up. Those who have already registered, and those who will, will be notified directly once the new schedule is confirmed.

Thank you for your understanding and continued interest in this initiative, as we work together toward Bringing Innovation to Market.

Kindly scan the QR code on the poster or register through this link:
https://forms.gle/X6sJ2NdnGGrrHttd8

𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗦𝗦𝗨 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦 & 𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗦!

TechComm Caravan: Institutional Launch
📌 Theme: Bringing Innovation to Market
📅 When: August 6–7, 2025 | 08:30 AM – 04:30 PM
📍 Where: 3rd Floor, Convention Center, SSU Main Campus

This 2-day workshop is organized by the Samar Island Geographic Information System and Data Analytics Center (SIGISDAC) in collaboration with the Intellectual Property and Technology Business Development Office (IPTBDO), as part of the externally funded project “Project 1: Strengthening the Regional Intellectual Property and Technology Business Management (IPTBM) in Eastern Visayas,” being implemented by Samar State University.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 (𝗨𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀), 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗶𝗺𝘀 𝘁𝗼:
⚫ Assess technology readiness
⚫ Draft IP technology briefs
⚫ Identify commercialization pathways
⚫ Develop pitch materials for industry engagement

𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:
Participation is limited to 30 slots only. Priority will be given to faculty members with registered Intellectual Properties (Utility Models or Patents) and to the first 30 individuals who complete the registration process.

𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀
– Bring your IP-related documents (tech briefs, certificates, invention disclosure forms)
– Prepare to describe your innovation if you don’t have a tech brief yet
– Bring a laptop for the hands-on activities

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗯𝘆 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗤𝗥 𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄:
👉 https://forms.gle/X6sJ2NdnGGrrHttd8