NorMinCoHRD names contest winners during 6th Regional Health Research Conference

The 6th Regional Health Research Conference culminated on October 12, 2023, as the Northern Mindanao Consortium for Health Research Development (NorMinCoHRD) recognized the winners of various competitions.

This three-day event, held at Bukidnon State University, showcased a diverse range of competitions aimed at advancing sustainable health research developments.

The competitions encompassed a Blog Contest, an Infomercial Contest, Research Poster Contest (student and professional categories), Oral Research Paper Presentation Contest (student and professional categories), and a 3-minute Pitch to Policymakers Contest.

These competitions highlighted the different health-related research projects by students and professionals across Northern Mindanao.

A roster of BukSU faculty and students placed in various contests, including Vice President for Research, Extension, and Innovations, Dr. Carina Joane Barroso (3^rd place for the Oral Research Presentation-Professional); Atty. James Violon (1^st place for the 3-minute Pitch to Policymakers); Dr. Sales Aribe Jr. (2^nd place Oral Research Presentation-Professional); Aubrey Edio (2^nd place Research Poster-Professional); Dr. Derren Gaylo (People’s Choice Award, Research Poster-Professional); Vera Mae Bolanio (3^rd place Research Poster-Student); and Danise Athena Barroso (2^nd place Oral Research Presentation-Student).

Atty. Violon, a representative from BukSU’s College of Law, expressed his initial hesitance to participate in the 3-Minute Pitch to Policymakers competition, given his legal background. Nevertheless, he embraced the opportunity, noting, “I am genuinely elated to have had the opportunity to represent our university. It is a testament to the untapped potential within the College of Law. This experience has taught me the immense power of collaborative efforts, proving that success can be achieved even in areas where it may seem elusive.”

Meanwhile, Aubrey Edio, an instructor from BukSU’s College of Nursing, secured second place in the Research Poster Contest (Professional Category).

“Securing the second place in the Research Poster Contest was a surprise, but it reaffirms the notion that ‘you will never know until you try.’ I’m thankful to the Office of the Vice President for Research, Extension and Innovations, and the College of Nursing for letting me join the 6^th Regional Health Research Conference, which has greatly contributed to my learning and realizations about research,” she said.

During the conference’s closing ceremony on October 12, Mountain View College President Dr. Remwil Tornalejo emphasized the impact of health on development.

“Generally, ill health brings poverty, and as a vicious cycle, poor people cannot afford adequate healthcare,” Tornalejo said.

“Towards the goal of providing adequate healthcare to all, necessitates scientific research. Valid research is needed towards more objective and effective decision-making to address specific health needs,” he added.

NorMinCoHRD announced that Xavier University is set to host the 7th Regional Health Research Conference in 2024, promising another year of ground-breaking research and collaborative achievements in the field of health sciences.

Here is the list of all the winners:

Blog Contest

3^rd place: Andre Socorro Doria, Xavier University

2^nd place: Cristal Lea Tan, Central Mindanao University

1^st place: Althea Marie Jaraula, Cagayan de Oro College

Infomercial Contest

3^rd place: Rufaida Macalabo, Iligan Medical Center College

2^nd place: Igon Iglesia, Central Mindanao University

1^st place: John Ian Bradshaw, Xavier University

Research Poster Contest (student category)

People’s Choice Award: Rohanie Montaner, Iligan Medical Center College

3^rd place: Vera Marie Bolanio, Bukidnon State University

2^nd place: Rohanie Montaner, Iligan Medical Center College

1^st place: Raymond Jay Manangkila, Central Mindanao University

Research Poster Contest (professional category)

People’s Choice Award: Dr. Derren Gaylo, Bukidnon State University

3^rd place: Ann Marian Lou Eslopor, Xavier University

2^nd place: Aubrey Edio, Bukidnon State University

1^st place: Dr. Mark Lloyd Dapar, Central Mindanao University

Oral Research Paper Presentation (student category)

3^rd place: Bvea Bryka Bontilao, Iligan Medical Center College

2^nd place: Danise Athena Barroso, Bukidnon State University

1^st place: Mae Ramoco, Central Mindanao University

Oral Research Paper Presentation (professional category)

3^rd place: Dr. Carina Joane Barroso, Bukidnon State University

2^nd place: Sales Aribe Jr., Bukidnon State University

1^st place: Dr. Reggie dela Cruz, Central Mindanao University

3-Minute Pitch to Policymakers

3^rd place: Dr. Gloria Shiela Coyoca, MSU-IIT

2^nd place: Arnielyn Elmedulan, Misamis University

1^st place: Atty. James Violon, Bukidnon State University

(Information Unit)