Archives for December 5, 2025

Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U) celebrated Araw ng Kalalakihan 2025 through activities promoting men’s health, wellness, and recognition within the university community on November 19, 2025.

As part of the celebration, laboratory tests and reflexology services were made available to participants. These services provided an opportunity for men to monitor their health, relax, and prioritize their overall well-being.

The activity also served as a meaningful expression of appreciation for the contributions of men in the community. It emphasized that regular health checks, preventive care, and wellness activities are essential to maintaining a healthy and productive life.

Through this initiative, ISAT U reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a caring, inclusive, and health-conscious community. The celebration highlighted the importance of supporting men’s physical and mental well-being while encouraging a culture in which seeking care is recognized as a sign of responsibility and strength.

Members of the community who have not yet participated are encouraged to visit the designated service area and avail themselves of the available laboratory tests and reflexology services.

The Department of Science and Technology Regional Office VI (DOST VI), in collaboration with Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U) and the DOST-Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI), conducted a four-day training workshop titled “Tech Transfer Track: Pathways to Commercialization,” which started on November 25, 2026 at the Small Ville 21, Mandurriao, Iloilo City.

The workshop brought together innovators, researchers, and startup founders seeking to transform research outputs and emerging technologies into viable, market-ready solutions. It provided participants with practical knowledge and tools for navigating the journey from laboratory development to commercial application.

Throughout the four-day program, participants explored key areas of technology transfer, including intellectual property protection, technology valuation, market readiness, and commercialization strategies. The sessions highlighted the importance of safeguarding innovations, determining their commercial value, assessing market potential, and developing effective pathways for bringing technologies to intended users and industries.

The workshop also helped participants better understand how technical innovations can be aligned with market needs. Through expert-led discussions and interactive activities, they gained insights into evaluating the commercial potential of their technologies, identifying opportunities for industry adoption, and developing strategies for sustainable growth.

By strengthening the commercialization capabilities of researchers and entrepreneurs, the initiative supports the creation of solutions that can generate economic value and address pressing needs in communities and industries.

The collaboration among DOST VI, ISAT U, and DOST-TAPI reflects their shared commitment to cultivating a dynamic innovation ecosystem in Western Visayas. Through capacity-building initiatives such as the Tech Transfer Track, the partner institutions continue to empower local innovators and accelerate the movement of promising technologies from the laboratory to the marketplace.

Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U), through its Safety, Security, Environmental and Disaster Mitigation Management Office (SSEDMMO), conducted the two-day seminar titled “Safety and Ready-Building: A Smarter, More Secure Campus Community” for university faculty, staff, and students on November 26-27, 2025.

The initiative was organized in partnership with the Philippine National Police (PNP), Special Action Force (SAF), 62nd Special Action Company (62 SAC), and the City Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Canine Unit (CECU) of Iloilo City and the Public Information and Communications Office (PICO).

The seminar directly addressed recent security concerns and reported bomb threats across Iloilo City. It equipped participants with essential knowledge and practical guidance on threat awareness, emergency preparedness, appropriate incident response, and coordination with law enforcement and specialized security units.

Through expert-led discussions and preparedness activities, members of the ISAT U community learned how to recognize potential security risks, follow established safety protocols, and respond calmly and responsibly during emergencies. The training also emphasized the importance of vigilance, accurate communication, and cooperation in preventing panic and protecting lives.

The activity reinforced the shared responsibility of administrators, faculty members, staff, students, and security partners in creating a safer and more resilient academic environment. It also strengthened coordination between the university and government agencies responsible for public safety, emergency response, explosive ordnance disposal, and threat assessment.

ISAT U remains steadfast in its commitment to protecting every member of its community. Through continuing education, institutional preparedness, and strong partnerships with public safety agencies, the University seeks to build a campus culture that is informed, proactive, resilient, and ready to respond to emerging security challenges.

Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT University) and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) strengthened their academic partnership through the ceremonial signing of a major agreement aimed at advancing smart learning, digital innovation, and future institutional collaboration on November 20, 2025, in Johor Bahru, Malaysia.

The signing, held at the UTM Vice Chancellor’s residence, marked a significant milestone in the relationship between the two institutions. It affirmed their shared commitment to pursuing initiatives that promote technology-enhanced education, knowledge exchange, and innovative learning environments.

Representing ISAT University President Dr. Gabriel M. Salistre Jr. during the signing was Dr. Ramil G. Lumauag, Campus Administrator of ISAT University Dumangas Campus, while UTM was represented by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mohd Shafry bin Mohd Rahim.

The ISAT University delegation began the day’s activities with a productive meeting with the UTM International team. The discussion explored opportunities for cooperation and strengthened the foundation for future academic and institutional engagements.

The delegation also toured UTM’s HyFlex classroom and the innovative showroom at its Faculty of Computing. The visit provided valuable insights into flexible learning technologies, digital infrastructure, and technology-enabled teaching practices. These insights will help inform the development of ISAT University’s Smart Learning Environment roadmap.

The partnership reflects both universities’ determination to respond to the evolving demands of higher education by building more connected, adaptive, and digitally enabled learning systems. It is expected to create opportunities for academic exchanges, collaborative projects, capacity-building activities, and the sharing of best practices in smart education.

Through this agreement, ISAT University and UTM have laid a stronger foundation for sustained cooperation and innovation, bringing their academic communities closer while advancing the future of digital learning.

‎Witnessing this momentous occasion are the entire SLE benchmarking team and Dr. Farhana Diana Deris, Director Corporate Communication Centre, Office of Strategy and Global Eminence and Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mohd Shafry bin Mohd Rahim who represented the UTM.

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‎This landmark partnership paves the way for exciting knowledge exchange and shared advancements in educational technology.