MMSU Innovation and Technology Directorate

27/04/2026

Awareness Caravan on RDEI Program and University Policies Commences Today

The Office of the Vice President for Research, Development, and Innovation (RDEI), led by Dr. Nathaniel R. Alibuyog, officially launched its 5-day Awareness Caravan today, April 27, 2026. The initiative aims to streamline university policies and foster a comprehensive culture of research, innovation and community service across all academic units.

Opening the caravan at the College of Business, Economics, and Accountancy (CBEA), Dean Prof. Emil James P. Tanagon emphasized the importance of policy literacy for both seasoned and new faculty members.

"This activity is a vital avenue for faculty to learn, unlearn, and relearn. It’s an opportunity to gain fresh knowledge about the RDEI landscape while updating and improving our existing policies to stay relevant," Prof. Tanagon noted.

The caravan features specialized sessions led by university directors to ensure faculty are well-versed in the support systems available to them:

• Publication Support and Load Reduction: Presented by Dr. Nathaniel R. Alibuyog (VP for RDEI).

• Research Guidelines & Proposal Submission: Detailed by Dr. Dionisio S. Bucao (Director for Research).

• Extension Services & Community Engagement: Discussed by Dr. Marlowe U. Aquino (Director for Extension).

• Innovation and Technology: Facilitated by Prof. Armie C. Sabugo (Director for Innovation and Technology).

The 5-day event is strategically scheduled to reach all colleges across the university:
• April 27, CBEA and COE
• April 28, CIT, CTE, COM, CHS, COD
• April 29, CAS, CCIS, CAFSD, CVM
• April 30, CASAT

08/04/2026

08/04/2026

We are truly grateful to everyone who showed interest in our Call for Incubatees! 💚✨

We are excited to share that we have received a total of 17 applications from passionate and aspiring innovators. Your enthusiasm and support inspire us to continuously enhance our programs, strengthen our services, and create more meaningful opportunities for entrepreneurs.

As much as we would love to accommodate everyone, our incubation program can only support a limited number of incubatees per cohort to ensure quality mentorship, focused guidance, and the best possible support for each venture.

While this call is now officially closed, this is only the beginning. We look forward to connecting with even more aspiring incubatees as we further refine our offerings to better serve you.

Stay tuned and mark your calendars — our next call opens this September!

We warmly encourage everyone to take part and be part of our growing innovation community.

See you in the next cohort! 🚀

30/03/2026

MMSU InnoTech Participates in University-Wide Wellness and Community Building Day

The Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) Innovation and Technology Directorate (InnoTech) participated in a university-wide wellness initiative aimed at fostering workplace community and holistic team development. Following a directive from the Office of the President, the activity provided a vital opportunity for staff to transition from their technical mandates to focus on health and social synergy within the university workforce.

The event commenced with a Wellness Lunch from 12:00 NN to 1:00 PM, during which InnoTech team gathered in their respective units to share nutritious meals. This was followed by a dedicated block for Social Wellness Activities from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. During this window, the Directorate suspended all standard work-related tasks to prioritize internal team-building exercises designed to strengthen professional bonds and boost morale among the team members.

The day concluded with a high-energy Simultaneous Zumba Session held from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. As part of the Batac Campus contingent, the InnoTech team assembled at the Covered Court for the concluding fitness activity.

By taking part in these activities, the InnoTech reaffirmed its commitment to highlight a healthy and connected team as a foundation of effective innovation.

26/03/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | MMSU secures 5th IPOPHL Platinum, gains first Palladium Award

By Dionisio Bucao, 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘣𝘶𝘵𝘰𝘳

For the fifth consecutive year, Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) received the Platinum Award and, for the first time, the Palladium Award from the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines. The awards were conferred during the ITSO Presidents’ Summit and General Assembly held on March 25, 2026 in Iloilo City.

The awards came as a result of the University’s sustained efforts in innovation, particularly in generating intellectual property, developing patents, and facilitating technology transfer.

The Palladium Award, the highest distinction given to Innovation and Technology Support Offices (ITSOs), is conferred on institutions that maintain Platinum status for five consecutive years and demonstrate outstanding performance across key areas, including patent filings, commercialization, training, and IP awareness. MMSU achieved this through the consistent efforts of its University Innovation and Technology Support Office (UITSO), supported by the RAISE Program of the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development.

This year, only 11 institutions nationwide received the Palladium Award, including UP Diliman, UP Manila, Ateneo de Manila University, Cavite State University, and other leading universities. MMSU stands as the only awardee from Region 1.

The awards were presented by IPOPHL Deputy Director General Atty. Ann Claire Credo-Cabochan and Director Ralph Jarvis Alindogan, and received by Engr. Artbellson Mamuri, ITSO Manager and UITSO chief, on behalf of the university.

MMSU President Virgilio Julius P. Manzano Jr. congratulated the university community on the achievement. “These awards show how much we have worked in the name of innovation, and we are called to do more. Please remember, we do not work for recognition, but for the impact our work can bring to our communities,” he said.

Dr. Manzano added that MMSU will continue to strengthen its innovation ecosystem and ensure that research outputs lead to real-world solutions.

25/03/2026

“Our Garlic, Our Pride
Leading the Way to a Richer Harvest”

4th Garlic Festival
Unity for a Bountiful Harvest
MMSU-RDE Grounds

Bukas na po!

Day 1, March 26, 2027, 8:00 a.m. onwards
 Opening Program, 8:30 a.m.
 Ribbon Cutting and Tour to Exhibit Booths, 10:00 a.m.
 Press Conference, 11:00 a.m.
 Field Day, Taiwan Garlic Project, 1:00 onwards

Garlic-Inspired Competitions
 Judging of Exhibith Booths
 Biggest Garlic (Local and Introduced)
 Novel Garlic Products
 Same event video edit

Day 2, March 27, 2026, 8:00 a.m.-onwards

Morning, 8:00 a.m.
 Dance Competition
 Culinary
 Roundtable Discussion
 Farmers’ Forum

Afternoon, 1:00 p.m.
 Awarding of Winners and Closing Program

05/03/2026

05/03/2026

📢CALL FOR RESEARCH PROPOSALS FOR 2027 GAA FUNDING

The Call for Proposals for 2027 GAA Funding is now open!

If you are an MMSU faculty member, researcher, or qualified staff, this is your opportunity to secure funding and turn your innovative ideas into impactful research that advances our university and serves our communities.

📌 RDMIS is open for capsule proposal submissions until May 2, 2026.

Let’s continue building a culture of research excellence and innovation at MMSU.

'COME, RESEARCH TAYO'

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04/03/2026

This March, the Innovation and Technology Directorate proudly joins the nation in celebrating Women’s Month, honoring the extraordinary women who lead innovation, and strengthen inclusive development. We celebrate the strength and leadership of Filipino women as powerful drivers of innovation, MSME growth, and technology generation across communities and industries.

This month, we reaffirm our commitment to expanding women’s participation in innovation and technology by promoting gender-responsive programs, policies, and opportunities that empower women to thrive and lead. We continue to support women-led enterprises, startups, researchers, and innovators by providing access to capacity-building, technology resources, mentorship, and collaborative innovation opportunities. At the same time, we remain committed to creating inclusive environments where women’s contributions are recognized, valued, and celebrated as vital forces behind innovation and sustainable development.

Women are powerful agents of change. From researchers and technology transfer officers to innovators, incubatees, entrepreneurs, and industry partners, their ideas create impactful solutions, their leadership strengthens innovation ecosystems, and their resilience helps build stronger, sustainable, and future-ready communities.

03/03/2026

In celebration of Women’s Month, we are using the purple one-color reproduction of the MMSU Seal as our official profile photo for the month of March.

This reflects our support for the theme, “WE Women and Everyone” — for Gender Equality and an Inclusive Society.

Happy Women’s Month!