CEU Manila Science and Technology Student Council

𝗔𝗴𝗧𝗲𝗸 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 #10 | 𝗨𝗦𝗖 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Warmest congratulations to all the students who proudly carried the banner of the School of Science and Technology during USC Days 2026. 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸, 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲, 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆. 🧡

From EcoStrut, Parade of Schools, Laro ng Lahi, and Battle of the Bands, your achievements reflect the vibrant spirit and excellence of SciTech beyond the classroom. Thank you for carrying our banner with confidence and pride, and for showing that SciTech students can shine in every field and every stage.

🌟 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭: Shennen Paula Castro and Edwardson Dayo – 2nd Runner-Up
🌟 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 - Overall Champion
🌟 𝐋𝐚𝐫𝐨 𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐡𝐢 - 3rd Runner-Up
🌟 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 (𝐁𝐎𝐓𝐁) - 1st Runner-Up

The School of Science and Technology celebrates your success and applauds your hard work. 𝐏𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐧, 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡! 🌟



𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐚𝐭 | Faye Ignacio
𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 | Ryza Mae Baltazar

𝗔𝗴𝗧𝗲𝗸 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 #𝟵 | 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺

Congratulations to the outstanding student researchers who proudly represented the School of Science and Technology at the 18th Annual University Research Forum and 3rd Festival of Creative Works held on May 6, 2026, at the Librada Avelino Auditorium.

With the theme, “𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙄 𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙮𝙨𝙩: 𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙍𝙚𝙙𝙚𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣,” our students proved that innovation, determination, and a little scientific curiosity can truly go a long way. 💫

𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐲
“Design and Development of a Kinetic Energy Harvesting System in Speed Boxing Bags Using Threshold-Based Peak Detection Algorithm”

🌟 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻– Oral Presentation
🌟 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝗨𝗽 – Poster Research Presentation
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀:
• Chris Isaac Nepomuceno
• Alex Michael Pagsanhan
• John Paolo Buenaobra
𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗿: Eliza Ayo

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐲
“Formulation and In-Vitro Antibacterial Evaluation of Facial Toner Incorporating Kataka-Taka (Kalanchoe pinnata) Leaf Extract”

🌟 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝗨𝗽 – Research Pitch
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀:
• Denise Francine Hermosa
• Nicollah Jane Las Piñas
• Albian Samad

Your achievements reflect the passion, excellence, and research-driven spirit of our school. Thank you for showing that great ideas do not stay inside laboratories and papers—they create impact, inspire innovation, and make the SciTech community proud.
Padayon, researchers.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆. 🧡

𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐚𝐭 | Faye Ignacio
𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 | Ryza Mae Baltazar

𝐀𝐠𝐭𝐞𝐤 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 #8 ✨

From the microscopic world to major victory! We are thrilled to celebrate our biology wizards for conquering the Philippine Microbiology Olympiad (PhilMO) NCR/Region IV Leg Quiz Bee, securing 2nd Place in the Team Category!

Huge congratulations to our powerhouse team:
Robin A. Caparanga (BSBIOM4B)
Miguel Manuel P. Aquino (BSBIOM4B)
Vence Cholo C. Navas (BSBIOM4B)
Yasmine Shaden S. Maya (BSBIOM3B)

We also recognize Mr. Calvin John I. Pontawe (BSBIOM3B) for his excellent performance representing the school in the Individual Category.

Behind every great achievement is a dedicated mentor. We extend our deepest gratitude to their faculty/coach, Mr. Joshua Allen Saliba, RMicro, whose expertise and tireless guidance were instrumental to this success.

Next stop: The PhilMO 2026 National Championship! Our team will now move forward to compete against the best in the country.

Your SciTech family is incredibly proud of you. Good luck at the Nationals! 🧬🧡

𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐚𝐭 | Faye Ignacio
𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 | Paul Andry Roda

From 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘰𝘳, you unlock the mysteries within.

Happy Birthday to one of our amazing Psychology Department Faculty, Ms. Janine M. Noguerra! Wishing you a year full of insightful discoveries and moments that deepen our understanding of the human experience!

- From your SciTech Family

To the people behind every meaningful and memorable event, Happiest birthday! You bring so much charm and balance to our team, may this year be as bright as you are. Thank you for your passion and hardwork, you make every moment all radiant! 🧡

- From your Scitech Family

From many discoveries and a bunch of laughter— you keep us all bright with your warm soul and brilliant minds.

Happy birthday to our SciTech Faculty members who bring vibrant and groundbreaking knowledge and breakthroughs. Thank you for instilling inspiration within. 🧡

- From your Scitech Family

Celebrating excellence, innovation, and the power of research! 🧬✨

On April 30,2026 the Science and Technology Search for Best Undergraduate Research came to a successful close, showcasing brilliant ideas and groundbreaking studies from our talented student researchers. From sustainable biocoatings and bio-based innovations to advancements in health, technology, and social sciences. Each project reflected dedication, creativity, and scientific rigor.

🏆 Poster Exhibit Winner
Science Category
🥇 1st place: Katmon (Dillenia philippinensis) Pectin and Enterococcus faecalis Enterocin-based Biocoating for Fruits
🥈2nd place: Utilizing Taro (Colocasia esculenta) Starch as a Bio-based Thickener in Cosmetics
🥉3rd place: Histochemical Localization of Selected Metabolites in Katmon Fruits and Leaves
🥉3rd place: ALGINATE-IMMOBILIZED BACTERIA FROM BLACK MUSSELS WITH POTENTIAL APPLICATION IN BIOREMEDIATION
🏅4th place: Bridging Spiritual Well-being and Physical Health

Non-Science Category
🏅 1st place: BLE Beacon-based Faculty Attendance System using LDPLA

🏆Oral Presentation
Science Category
🥇 1st place: Neuroprotective Potential of Centella asiatica in Alzheimer’s-like Pathology (Zebrafish Model)
🥈 2nd place: The Effects of Selected Heavy Metals on Katmon (Dillenia philippinensis Rolfe) Leaves Reputed with Phytoremediation Potential
🥉 3rd place: Utilizing Taro (Colocasia esculenta) Starch as a Bio-based Thickener in Cosmetics
Non-Science Category
🥇 1st place: Kinetic Energy Harvesting System in Speed Boxing Bags
🥈 2nd place: BLE Beacon-based Faculty Attendance System using LDPLA

🏆Research Pitch
Science Category
🥇1st Place: FROM BACKYARD TO BEAUTY: VALIDATING KATAKA-TAKA AS A HERBAL FACIAL TONER
🥈2nd Place: SYNTHESIS AND FUNCTIONAL EVALUATION OF A BIOCHAR- BASED GEL DEODORIZER FOR DOMESTIC USE
🥉3rd Place:EVALUATION OF THE ANTIMICROBIAL EFFICACY OF KAMIAS (AVERRHOA BILIMBI) FRUIT EXTRACT AS A NATURAL PRESERVATIVE IN COSMETIC FORMULATION

Non-Science category
🥇1st Place: Design and Development of a Kinetic Energy Harvesting System in Speed: Boxing Bags Using Thresholds-Based Peak Detection Algorithm

To all participants, your work represents the future of science and innovation. And to our winners—your achievements inspire us to keep pushing the boundaries of knowledge.

Certificates and prizes will be ready for claiming at the SciTech office by Tuesday, May 5.

Iba ka SciTech! 🧡✨


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Caption || Kristine Mae Abila
PubMat || Jaffar M. Malic

𝗠𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗽𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗴𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘄𝗮!

Unfair wages, long working hours, unsafe workplaces.

These are just some of the hardships and struggles faced by workers. Today, first day of the month, marks the 124th Labor Day —an annual celebration where thousands of workers take to the streets to stand against poor working conditions and the unseen struggles faced by those still searching for work.

And as students, we recognize these struggles—reminding ourselves to value rest, take pride in our efforts, and honor the hard work we also put in every day.

2/2: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐩: 𝐀 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 ✨

Last April 22, the Librada Avelino Auditorium was filled with magic, pride, and well-deserved recognition as we celebrated a year of hard work and excellence.

Congratulations to all awardees for your outstanding achievements—you truly made this year extraordinary! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this event possible—organizers, participants, and supporters—for bringing this magical celebration to life.

Here’s to more moments of excellence, unity, and a little bit of magic in the years to come! 💫

𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Rosela Angela Bagood, Jenee Juanillo, Nicole Monte, Liujille Mae Beley
𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫: Jovelyn Mae Amante
𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Ryza Mae Baltazar

1/2: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐩: 𝐀 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 ✨

Last April 22, the Librada Avelino Auditorium was filled with magic, pride, and well-deserved recognition as we celebrated a year of hard work and excellence.

Congratulations to all awardees for your outstanding achievements—you truly made this year extraordinary! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this event possible—organizers, participants, and supporters—for bringing this magical celebration to life.

Here’s to more moments of excellence, unity, and a little bit of magic in the years to come! 💫

𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Rosela Angela Bagood, Jenee Juanillo, Nicole Monte, Liujille Mae Beley
𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫: Jovelyn Mae Amante
𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Ryza Mae Baltazar

Alyssa Rose E. Hisita
School/Department: Science and Technology

Campus: CEU Manila

Photo Title:
Where Every Drop Carries a Story

No one sees the struggles carried into this moment—only the hands that keep going anyway. Through unity and integrity, something meaningful is created, shaped as much by values as by skill.

Date Taken:
February 08, 2026

Place Taken: PHL 405, Cosmetic Science Lab