Silliman University - Knowledge and Technology Transfer Office - KTTO

The Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST PCIEERD) Accounting Team, represented by Mr. Daveson Garrido, Mr. Ray Asley Villacorte, and Ms. Julieta Lacsa, visited Silliman University for an equipment inventory and financial monitoring of five key innovation-driven projects:

🔌 Microgrid and Sustainable Energy Laboratory
🚀 IMPACT: SU-KTTO Establishment
💡 HEIRIT: Technology Business Incubator Launch
🌱 HEIRIT RESEED 2.0 – DASIG Region VII
🌍 HEIRIT RESEED – DASIG Central Visayas

Representing Silliman were project leaders Dr. Dave Marcial, Asst. Prof. Janice Antoniette Forster, and Engr. Klint Ian Austero, together with dedicated project staff Mr. Neil Malijan Ms. Lucille Lopez and Ms. Chesedh Capulong. The session was moderated by Dr. Robert Guino-o, Interim Executive Director of Silliman University.

This highlights the value of collaboration, shared learning, and continuous improvement across institutions.

🚀 Preparing Future CEOs!

On July 9, 2025, Engr. Klint Ian Austero, KTTO Manager and incoming Dean of the College of Engineering, gave an insightful talk on the Intellectual Property (IP) system to our 4th year BS Entrepreneurship students at Silliman University. 💡📝

The session equipped them with the tools to protect their brands through trademark filing, getting them ready to take on the real world of business.

Big thanks to their ever-supportive advisor, Ms. Marivic Diano! 🙌

🚨 Deadline Extended to July 6! 🚨
Changemakers from Negros Island Region — this is your chance!
Got ideas but no startup, team, or experience? No problem.
What you do need: passion to solve real problems in your community.
UNLEASH, a global non-profit organization that works with young people to co-create solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. Since 2017, they have mobilized over 9,000 changemakers from 180+ countries through our innovation programs.
LIF Launchpad is your gateway to join 150 changemakers from across the Philippines to design, prototype, and grow impact-driven solutions.
✅ No startup needed
✅ No team required
✅ No experience necessary
💸 Program is FREE + scholarships available!
👉 Apply now: https://unleash.org/philippines/
This is your sign. Let’s build something that matters.
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🔹 Who Can Join
-Open to individuals aged 18 and above, from all backgrounds
Filipino citizen or permanent resident of the Philippines
-No team, title, or project required — participants apply as individuals
-Selected participants will be paired into teams during the Lab
We welcome applicants who are actively working to improve their communities, as students, workers, volunteers, government employees, educators, community leaders, changemakers, or any passionate individuals
🔹 What the Program Offers
A week-long, live-in Innovation Lab with mentorship, training, and team collaboration
✅ Free accommodation, meals, and local transport in Manila
✳️ A USD 60 registration fee, but
💸 Scholarships are available to pay for the registration fee, including a scholarship for travel to Manila if needed
🔹 What Happens After?
Participants may be invited to join the LIF Launchpad, a 3-month Prototyping Program in partnership with the Royal Academy of Engineering (UK), with support to apply for LIF Global in 2026.

🚨 Deadline Extended to July 6! 🚨

Changemakers from Negros Island Region — this is your chance!
Got ideas but no startup, team, or experience? No problem.
What you do need: passion to solve real problems in your community.

UNLEASH, a global non-profit organization that works with young people to co-create solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. Since 2017, they have mobilized over 9,000 changemakers from 180+ countries through our innovation programs.

LIF Launchpad is your gateway to join 150 changemakers from across the Philippines to design, prototype, and grow impact-driven solutions.

✅ No startup needed
✅ No team required
✅ No experience necessary
💸 Program is FREE + scholarships available!

👉 Apply now: https://unleash.org/philippines/

This is your sign. Let’s build something that matters.
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🔹 Who Can Join
-Open to individuals aged 18 and above, from all backgrounds
-Filipino citizen or permanent resident of the Philippines
-No team, title, or project required — participants apply as individuals
-Selected participants will be paired into teams during the Lab

Applicants who are actively working to improve their communities, as students, workers, volunteers, government employees, educators, community leaders, changemakers, or any passionate individuals are welcome!

🔹 What the Program Offers
A week-long, live-in Innovation Lab with mentorship, training, and team collaboration
✅ Free accommodation, meals, and local transport in Manila
✳️ A USD 60 registration fee, but
💸 Scholarships are available to pay for the registration fee, including a scholarship for travel to Manila if needed

🔹 What Happens After?
Participants may be invited to join the LIF Launchpad, a 3-month Prototyping Program in partnership with the Royal Academy of Engineering (UK), with support to apply for LIF Global in 2026.

This morning, Ms. Marivic Diano from the College of Business Administration met with Engr. Klint Austero, Manager of the Knowledge and Technology Transfer Office (KTTO), to discuss possible patent search workshop ideas for CBA students. Exciting collaborations ahead to spark innovation and IP awareness! 💡✨

📢 Benchmarking Visit from Foundation University Greyhounds Innovation Team

We were delighted to welcome Mr. Cyril Mapula, Greyhounds Innovation Director, and his team from Foundation University Dumaguete for a benchmarking activity at the Silliman University Knowledge and Technology Transfer Office (SU KTTO).

The visit provided an excellent opportunity to exchange insights, share best practices, and strengthen collaboration in fostering innovation and technology transfer. We look forward to future partnerships that drive impactful change in our community.

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📢 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝟑𝐃 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐛! 🎉
Excited to dive into 3D technology? We're hosting a series of hands-on sessions for 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄, and anyone can apply! Tell us how this training will benefit your work or field. Slots will be prioritized for applicants who demonstrate a clear alignment with their profession or projects.
📅 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀:
🔹𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟭 | 𝙽𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚖𝚋𝚎𝚛 𝟸𝟶, 𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟺 | 𝟑𝐃 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 | 9AM - 4PM
𝙐𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙀𝙞𝙣𝙎𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙎𝙀 𝟯𝘿 𝙎𝙘𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙧
🔹𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟮 | 𝙽𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚖𝚋𝚎𝚛 𝟸𝟽, 𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟺 | 𝟑𝐃 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 | 9AM - 4PM
𝙐𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙪 𝙎𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙞𝙤
🔹𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟯 | 𝙳𝚎𝚌𝚎𝚖𝚋𝚎𝚛 𝟺, 𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟺 | 𝟑𝐃 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 | 9AM - 4PM
𝙐𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙪 𝙇𝙖𝙗 𝙋𝟭𝙋 𝟯𝘿 𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧
𝓗𝓸𝔀 𝓽𝓸 𝓐𝓹𝓹𝓵𝔂:
Submit your application through the application link for each session (links provided for each date). After submitting, we'll send a confirmation email 2 days before the session to let you know if you’ve secured a spot.
𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟭 | 𝙽𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚖𝚋𝚎𝚛 𝟸𝟶, 𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟺 | 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸: https://forms.gle/wMHVrE6mQHGPm6ji8
𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘚𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 2 𝘢𝘯𝘥 3 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘢 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦.
🎁 𝓑𝓮𝓷𝓮𝓯𝓲𝓽𝓼 𝓘𝓷𝓬𝓵𝓾𝓭𝓮:
🔹Free printing minutes during training
🔹Expert consultation on 3D modeling and design
🔹Unlock your creative potential
🔹Free snacks!
Don't miss this opportunity to expand your skills—Apply now!

📢 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝟑𝐃 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐛! 🎉

Excited to dive into 3D technology? We're hosting a series of hands-on sessions for 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄, and anyone can apply! Tell us how this training will benefit your work or field. Slots will be prioritized for applicants who demonstrate a clear alignment with their profession or projects.

📅 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀:

🔹𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟭 | 𝙽𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚖𝚋𝚎𝚛 𝟸𝟶, 𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟺 | 𝟑𝐃 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 | 9AM - 4PM
𝙐𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙀𝙞𝙣𝙎𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙎𝙀 𝟯𝘿 𝙎𝙘𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙧

🔹𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟮 | 𝙽𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚖𝚋𝚎𝚛 𝟸𝟽, 𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟺 | 𝟑𝐃 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 | 9AM - 4PM
𝙐𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙪 𝙎𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙞𝙤

🔹𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟯 | 𝙳𝚎𝚌𝚎𝚖𝚋𝚎𝚛 𝟺, 𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟺 | 𝟑𝐃 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 | 9AM - 4PM
𝙐𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙪 𝙇𝙖𝙗 𝙋𝟭𝙋 𝟯𝘿 𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧

𝓗𝓸𝔀 𝓽𝓸 𝓐𝓹𝓹𝓵𝔂:

Submit your application through the application link for each session (links provided for each date). After submitting, we'll send a confirmation email 2 days before the session to let you know if you’ve secured a spot.

𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟭 | 𝙽𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚖𝚋𝚎𝚛 𝟸𝟶, 𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟺 | 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸: https://forms.gle/wMHVrE6mQHGPm6ji8

𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘚𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 2 𝘢𝘯𝘥 3 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘢 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦.

🎁 𝓑𝓮𝓷𝓮𝓯𝓲𝓽𝓼 𝓘𝓷𝓬𝓵𝓾𝓭𝓮:

🔹Free printing minutes during training
🔹Expert consultation on 3D modeling and design
🔹Unlock your creative potential
🔹Free snacks!

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your skills—Apply now!

🌟 Calling All Young Innovators (Ages 6-17), Parents, and Educators from schools across the VISAYAS region! Get a Chance to Compete Internationally in Vietnam! 🌟

Join us for an inspiring event that explores the power of early innovation and creativity in shaping the future of young minds! 🚀✨

🔹 What to Expect:

Inspiring Talks from local and international experts on the importance of creativity and entrepreneurship from a young age.

Insights into the International ICIA Creativity & Innovation Award 2025—a global competition that could take young thinkers all the way to Vietnam! 🌍 Learn the competition mechanics and discover how students can showcase their ideas on an international stage!

🔹 Why Attend? Discover how a startup mindset can empower young people to think creatively, tackle challenges, and turn ideas into reality. This is the perfect opportunity to ignite curiosity, foster innovation, and support our future changemakers! 💡💪

📅 Date: November 12, 2024
🕒 Time: 9:00-11:00 AM
📍 Location: Online (Zoom)

🔗 Registration Link: https://lu.ma/xxyauuth
🔗 Zoom Link: https://tinyurl.com/InspireYoungMinds
Be sure to register and save the Zoom link to join us live!

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to connect, learn, and inspire the next generation of innovators! Tag your friends and spread the word! 🚀

And that’s a wrap! 🎉

Our 2-day Hybrid Intellectual Property Training Program, hosted by Silliman University in partnership with Negros Oriental State University (NORSU) and spearheaded by the Regional Research Consortium, brought together over 100 dynamic participants from various universities across Region 7.

Held at the Dr. Mariano Lao Innovation, Creation, and Invention Laboratory, this event fostered innovation both online and in person, with attendees from Asian College - Dumaguete Campus, Silliman University’s Knowledge and Technology Transfer Office (KTTO), Negros Oriental State University, Central Visayas Consortium for Health Research and Development, Bohol Island State University (BISU), Foundation University, St. Paul University, and Cebu Institute of Technology - University (CIT-U).

From mastering IP fundamentals to conducting thorough patent searches, our participants are now equipped with the knowledge and skills to protect and elevate their innovations. Thank you to all our speakers, organizers, and attendees for making this event a success.

We’re excited to see the ideas sparked here take flight! 🚀 Let's continue to innovate and inspire!

Excited to announce our upcoming hybrid event on IP Foundation and Patent Search!

Whether you prefer to join us face-to-face or participate online via Zoom, this event is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and tools for safeguarding your intellectual property. Learn from industry experts, engage in interactive sessions, and expand your network with like-minded professionals.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of IP fundamentals and master the art of patent searching. Reserve your spot today and be part of a transformative learning experience!

Excited to announce our upcoming hybrid event on IP Foundation and Patent Search!

Whether you prefer to join us face-to-face or participate online via Zoom, this event is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and tools for safeguarding your intellectual property. Learn from industry experts, engage in interactive sessions, and expand your network with like-minded professionals.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of IP fundamentals and master the art of patent searching. Reserve your spot today and be part of a transformative learning experience!

Here is the Google Form Link for the Zoom Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYWLIY_ueUL_hBOVRATa4hzB6ASzQn6ihT0DdSX3pH2C4STg/viewform

Calling all undergraduate and law students from Visayas… 𝙄𝙋 𝘽𝙊𝙊𝙎𝙏 𝘾𝘼𝙈𝙋 is heading your way!

Join us in Dumaguete City at Silliman University from 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟮-𝟭𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, for the 𝐈𝐏 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩 - 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐠! 🖊📒

𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐓𝐎 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑:

𝑺𝒕𝒆𝒑 𝟏: 𝑪𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒂𝒏 𝑰𝑳𝑨𝑾 𝑨𝒄𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕.
- Go to ILAW website (ilaw.ipophil.gov.ph).
- Click “Log in” and then click “New Account”.
- Complete the required information to create an account.
- Check email for confirmation to verify your account.

𝑺𝒕𝒆𝒑 𝟐: 𝑺𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒄𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒔𝒆
- Once verified, go to “Courses”.
- Click “Synchronous” then select “IP Boost Camp”.
- Click the course shell “IP Boost Camp 2024 - Visayas”.
- Click “Enrol Me”.

𝑺𝒕𝒆𝒑 𝟑: 𝑷𝒓𝒆-𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏
- Inside the course shell, accomplish the pre-registration form and submit your application essay.

Dive into a 5-day adventure of intellectual property learning and boost your skills with Batch Maalab 2024.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to enhance your IP expertise!

Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines

Attention undergraduate and law students from Visayas and Mindanao… IP BOOST CAMP goes to VISAYAS!

Get ready as the IP Academy is bringing the excitement to Dumaguete City with the IP Boost Camp - Visayas Leg!

Join us from August 12-16, 2024 at the prestigious Silliman University for an immersive 5-day adventure into the world of intellectual property.

Seize this chance to boost your competence and confidence on IP and be part of the dynamic Batch Maalab of 2024.

Apply now: https://ilaw.ipophil.gov.ph/