The Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology (ZSCMST) held the Launching of CURRENTS and WAVES, Awarding of EnABLEReX Grantees, and Turnover of the PCRA Technical Report on April 11, 2025, at Octagon Hall.

This activity was organized by the Office of the Vice President for Research, Innovation, and Extension (OVPRIE), led by OIC-VP Dr. Maila V. Pan.

College President Dr. Roy L. Valesco opened the program with a powerful message: “This is a proud moment for all of us, a platform that will showcase the intellectual progress of our students, faculty, and researchers, while also serving as a repository of innovative ideas that can influence meaningful change. This initiative reflects our vision of producing well-rounded individuals prepared to face real-world challenges through hands-on experience and academic value.”

Dr. Valesco emphasized the importance of research in driving sustainable development, innovation, and resilience. He also expressed confidence in the transformative impact of the grantees’ contributions, encouraging the ZSCMST community to continue fostering an environment of knowledge-sharing and collaboration.

The ceremony was graced by key college officials, including Dr. Alvin C. Reyes, Vice President for Administration and Finance (VPAF).

The program included:

-Overview of CURRENTS: Mr. Gualberto A. Lantaya Jr.

-Presentation of Editorial Board ‘CURRENTS’: Dr. Gefilloyd L. De Castro (representing Dr. Armand H. Lee)

-Presentation of WAVES: Ms. Jeanette M. Reyes

-Turnover of PCRAT technical Report (PROGRESIBUCO): Mr. Marlon R. Omatang

-Awarding of EnABLEReX Grantees: Ms. Aldette D. Navarro

The EnABLEReX research grants were awarded to the following:

Undergraduate Category:

1. Nico M. Sanson and Recihl Jane M. Gonzalgo

2. Rohana B. Aldani, Radwa S. Samson, and Katrina A. Talib

3. Jhina C. Ducaling, Jordan P. Elico, Leslie Joy C. Naong, and Kevin Jay C. Sevilla

4. Edgardo A. Masalta Jr., Leonard S. Dionaldo, Wahid E. Adam, and Abegail T. Villacorte

5. Rico M. Sanson, Rahuden S. Abdul, and John Jayko S. Borla

6. Elaine Christine F. Corteza, Shiela Lague, and Derma Asta

7. Nawwaf A. Sappayani, Miskuddin S. Halili, Harold Vincent P. Perez, and Jovirose P. Espinosa Talisay

8. Lamiah Khadija J. Aminula, Lou Wean D. Adlawan, and Fadzwina A. Jaiyari

9. Marwisa Bairulla, Flordeliza O. Napalcruz, Ryan Rey M. Jumawan, and Joshua P. Yonto

Graduate Category:

1. Juniboy DR. Alberto

2. Jonathan D. Bartolome

3. Patricia Ivory Sioko

Finally, during the closing remarks, Dr. Maila V. Pan, OIC-Vice President for Research, Innovation, and Extension, expressed her heartfelt appreciation to all contributors, grantees, and organizers, acknowledging their dedication and hard work in driving the institution’s research agenda forward.

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