ADNU College of Science, Engineering and Architecture

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

"ADNU faculty and alumni present research at the 2nd IAJES Conference; A Natural Science paper wins an award."

Faculty members and alumni from the Ateneo de Naga University (ADNU) College of Science, Engineering, and Architecture (CSEA) participated in the 2nd International Association of Jesuit Engineering and Sciences School (IAJES) Asia-Pacific Regional Conference. The event took place at Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan last December 4 to 5, 2025.

The conference theme was "Integral Innovation: Engineering and Sciences for a Just and Sustainable Future".

During the event, the study entitled "Sensitivity of Biofilm-Forming Gram-Negative Bacteria to Synthetic Antibiotics" received the Best Paper Award under the Environmental, Agricultural and Climate Solutions track. The paper was authored by Carlo C. Carmen, Khiean N. Cerezo, and Dr. Ma. Aurora A. Conde. Dr. Conde, the Chairperson of the Natural Science Department, presented the paper.

Several other papers were presented by the ADNU delegation across different tracks:

Environmental, Agricultural, and Climate Solutions Track:

Levin John Oropesa, a faculty member of the Natural Science Department, presented "Assessment of Teratogenic Contamination in Naga River using Zebrafish Embryotoxicity (Zfet) Assay".

Digital Technologies and Computing for Sustainability Track:

Kyra Radji Dagondon, an ECE alumnus, presented "Development of Localized IoT Microweather Stations for Baseline Meteorological Parameters in Naga City".

Dr. Joel R. Noche, Program Head of the Computer Engineering Program, presented "FPGA Implementation of IEEE 754-2019 Floating-Point Arithmetic Units".

Dr. Celeste Martinez-Ojeda, Chairperson of the ECE & CpE Department, presented "YOLO-Based License Plate Recognition & Logging System for Ateneo de Naga University".

In addition to the research presentations, CSEA administrators served as session moderators. Dr. Francis Delloro, Chairperson of the Mathematics Department, moderated the Engineering, Manufacturing and Systems Optimization track, while Dr. Referendo Soriano, Dean of CSEA, moderated the Human-Centric Innovation and Sustainable Energy Systems track.

Engr. Georgette Gesmundo-Tuplano, Chairperson of the Civil Engineering and Architecture Department, also presented the university's program offerings and research laboratories during the IAJES meeting.

Cisco recognizes Ateneo de Naga University as one of the earliest adopters of the Cisco Networking Academy (CNA) and a champion of student success through education for over 25 years. Mr. Elmer Claveria Jr. is also a recipient of the 25 Years of Service Award from CNA. Joining President Fr. Ari are the AdNU CNA instructors, along with Engr. Ni**od R. Licup, one of the first CNA instructors, who played an instrumental role in the success of this partnership.

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our BS Biology students at the 17th Philippine Society for Microbiology-Bicol Chapter Regional Convention and Scientific Meeting, held today, February 22, 2025, at Sundaze Dormitel Events, Naga City.

🥇 Best Paper & Best Presenter [Non-professional Category]
🔬 Characterization and Identification of Bacteria Isolated from Superworm Zophobas atratus (Fabricius, 1775) Gut Associated with Polystyrene and Polyethylene by Audrey A. De Vera & Lorence Faye Gle (Adviser: Amanda S. De Los Santos)

🎤 Oral Presentation Finalist
🔬 Isolation and Characterization of Thermotolerant Bacteria Found in Hot Spring at Irosin, Sorsogon and its Antimicrobial Properties against Staphylococcus aureus by Marcia Lei D. Abay & Kamille Xyla Y. Belmes (Adviser: Dr. Maria Aurora A. Conde)

📜 Poster Presentation Finalists
🔬 Comparative Study of the Sensitivity of Biofilm Forming Gram Negative Bacteria Found in Naga City Transport Terminal Restrooms to Synthetic Antibiotics by Carlo C. Carmen & Khieann N. Cerezo (Adviser: Dr. Maria Aurora A. Conde)

🔬 Phytotoxicity and Physicochemical Characterization of Fermented Food Wastes by Angel Gabrielle A. Conde & Liamar P. Hontiveros (Adviser: Amanda S. De Los Santos & Judy DV. Perez)

We are incredibly proud of our student-researchers and their advisers for their excellence in microbiology research and for representing our department with distinction. Congratulations!

The unique blend of programs offered by the 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘, 𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘, creates a huge wave of meaningful and relevant impact on the community through the following:

🔷 PAASCU-accredited programs
🔷Establishment of Research Laboratories
🔸Internet of Things (IoT)
🔸Recycled Concrete Laboratory (RECOLAB)
🔸Marine Biological Station
🔷Research Collaboration and Publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
🔷Community Involvement/Extension Programs
🔸Project DIGDI
🔸Solar Powered Clean Water
🔸Service Learning Programs
🔷International University and Local Industries/Agencies Linkages
🔷Winner of International and National Student Competitions
🔸UNESCO World Engineering Day
🔸Skills Olympic competition
🔷Lifelong Learning Programs
🔸Building Information Modeling (BIM)
🔸CISCO Networking

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