ALTA-Innovations Hub "ALTA-iHuB"

ALTA-IHUB startups NexusPro and Perpsat1 are featured by NewsWatch Plus PH

Swiss innovation tilt recognizes young Filipino innovators Metro Manila, Philippines – The Embassy of Switzerland in the Philippines and Swiss industry partners recognized top Filipino innovators during the Swiss Innovation Prize Competition 2026, highlighting student-led solutions in technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and construction. Now on its thi...

🎉 Proud moment for the ALTA-Innovation Hub!

Congratulations to our startups NexusPro of LORA-IOT for winning 🥈 2nd Place and PERPSAT1 for securing 🥉 3rd Place in the IT-BPM Category of the Swiss Innovation Prize Competition 2026 🇨🇭🏆

Your hard work, innovation, and dedication truly paid off. We are proud to see both startups representing excellence and showcasing their remarkable ideas at Somerset Makati during the competition held last May 19–21, 2026. 🚀✨

Congratulations once again, innovators! 🎊

🎉 Proud moment for the ALTA-Innovation Hub!

Congratulations to our startups NexusPro of LORA-IOT and PERPSAT1 for being part of the Top 3 Finalist for IT-BPM Category of the Swiss Innovation Prize Competition 2026 🇨🇭🏆

They are currently at Somerset Makati from May 19–21, 2026 for the actual competition. Wishing the teams the best as they showcase their innovation and excellence! 🚀✨

Congratulations to All Future Startup Teams of the ALTA-IHub Pitching Competition!

As part of Innovation Week 2026: Bridging Ideas, Industry and Impact
📅 April 18, 2026, we proudly celebrated the brilliant minds and future innovators who participated in the ALTA-IHub Pitching Competition. Your creativity, confidence, and passion for solving real-world problems truly inspired everyone present. 💡👏

🌟 Participating Teams:
🔹 CocoNET – Electronics Engineering Department
🔹 SolGrad – Electrical Engineering Department
🔹 SAFE – Computer Engineering Department
🔹 Phantom Pass – Digital Engineering Department
🔹 SolarChatbot – Electrical Engineering Department
🔹 Aeroklean – Aviation Department
🔹 Theraplay – Information Technology Department
🔹 Pythomancer – Information Technology Department
🔹 Aerosense Trainer – Aviation Department
🔹 IRIS – Electronics Engineering Department

🏆 Special Recognition:
🎤 Best Pitching Delivery / Presenter Award – Pythomancer
💼 Best Commercializable Product Award – Aeroklean Kamias
🌍 Best Social Impact Award – CocoNET
👑 Best Innovation Idea Award / Overall Winner – IRIS

👏 Our Sincere Thanks to Our Esteemed Judges:
🔹 Ms. Karissa Amper – Resource Mobilization Officer
🔹 Ms. Anabelle Tabuac – IP Officer
🔹 Engr. Edison Casumpang – CEO of NexusPro

Thank you for sharing your time, expertise, and valuable insights in evaluating the teams and encouraging our young innovators. Your presence greatly contributed to the success of the competition.

To all participating teams, thank you for bringing your ideas to life and showing the true spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. Your journey is just beginning, and we are excited to see the impact you will create in the future.

Congratulations once again to all winners, participants, and partners who made this event successful! Keep dreaming, building, and leading the future.

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Esteemed Speakers!

We extend our sincerest gratitude to all our inspiring speakers who made Innovation Week 2026: Bridging Ideas, Industry and Impact last April 18, 2026 at Ernesto Palanca Hall, UPHSD Las Piñas a truly meaningful and successful event.

Your valuable knowledge, experiences, and insights on innovation, entrepreneurship, research & development, and industry collaboration have inspired our students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and future changemakers.

Special thanks to:
🌟 Ms. Beverly Jimenea – DTI-NCRO
🌟 Ms. Maye Galupo –
🌟 Dr. Philip Ermita –
🌟 Engr. Aubrey Joy Capuyan –
🌟 Dr. Jayson Rogelio – DOST-MIRDC
🌟 Dr. Albert Causo – DOST-Balik Scientist
🌟 Engr. Edison Casumpang – NexusPro

Your presence and expertise helped ignite ideas, encourage innovation, and empower the next generation of leaders.

Once again, thank you for being part of Innovation Week 2026! We look forward to more collaborations in the future. 🚀💡

Meet the Speakers | Innovation Week 2026

Get ready to be inspired by industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers who are shaping the future of technology, startups, and research in the Philippines!

✨ Featuring experts from:
• Dr. Jay A. Acar- Acting Regional Director, DTI- NCRO
• Startup QC
• Dr. Philip Ermita- SCALE NCR & PUP PYLON
• Engr. Aubrey Joy Capuyan- DOST-PCIEERD (RITTD)
• Dr. Jayson Rogelio- DOST-MIRDC
• Dr. Albert Causo- DOST-Balik Scientist
• Engr. Edison Casumpang- NexusPro

Each speaker brings valuable insights on innovation, entrepreneurship, R&D, and industry collaboration, perfect for students, startups, and aspiring innovators!

📅 April 18, 2026
📍 Ernesto Palanca Hall, UPHSD Las Piñas

📝 Register here: https://alta-innovationhub.com/announcements
⏳ Deadline of Registration: April 16, 2026

⚠️ Limited slots available! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best and expand your network.

You're Invited! Innovation Week 2026

Be part of an exciting day of ideas, collaboration, and impact!

📅 April 18, 2026
📍 Ernesto Crisostomo Palanca Hall, University of Perpetual Help System DALTA – Las Piñas Campus**

Join us for "Innovation Week 2026: Bridging Ideas, Industry, and Impact" a dynamic gathering of students, innovators, industry leaders, and partners shaping the future of technology, startups, and research.

🎤 Featuring Speakers from:
• DTI
• Startup QC
• SCALE NCR & PUP PYLON
• DOST-PCIEERD (RITTD)
• DOST-MIRDC

✨ Discover groundbreaking ideas
🤝 Connect with industry experts
💡 Explore opportunities for innovation and collaboration

📝 Register here: https://alta-innovationhub.com/announcements
⏳ Deadline of Registration: April 16, 2026

⚠️ Limited slots available!
Secure your spot now and be part of the movement driving innovation forward.

Empowering Innovation Across UPHSD Campuses!

On March 19, 2026, the ALTA Innovation Hub, in collaboration with SCALE NCR, successfully conducted a Capacity-Building Training for the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA campuses in Las Piñas, Molino, and Calamba.

Training Title:
“Building and Strengthening Innovation Hub and Startup Support Programs”

The session brought together experts and innovation leaders to deepen understanding of startup ecosystems, incubation strategies, and sustainable innovation programs.

🎤 Distinguished Speakers:
• Mr. Dave Del Rosario – Animo Labs
• Ms. Lourdes Girado and Mr. Kurt Balbuena- PUP PYLON TBI
• Mr. Nico Tubban – Adunest

🤝 With the ALTA iHUB Team:
• Dr. Lorena C. Ilagan – Executive Director
• Danica Onofre – TBI Officer
• Dr. Zeny Lontoc – KIST Ecozone Manager
• Raquel Brecinio – Co-Working Space Lead

Together, we reaffirm our commitment to strengthening startup ecosystems, empowering innovators, and advancing innovation-driven development across UPHSD.

This initiative marks another step forward in building a robust, future-ready innovation hub, supporting startups from ideation to commercialization.