Researches on science and health and other related fields are invited for presentation on the 1^st Multidisciplinary Research Forum which will be held on March 06, 2014. The Research Presentation is open to all the member-institutions of the Health Research and Development Consortium Region IV-A (HRDCR IV-A).  Staff and faculty members of research institutes, medical and paramedical schools, hospitals and other health related agencies may submit entries to HRDCR IV-A on/or before January 27, 2014.  Submitted research project can be those studies funded by the Philippine National Health Research System (PCHRD-DOST; DOH; CHED and UP Manila); the member-institutions of HRDCR IV-A and/or other local and international funding institutions.

The mechanics are as follows:

1.  There will be a plenary session for the presentation of the qualified research projects.

2.  Review and evaluation of all submitted entries will be facilitated by HRDCR IV-A. Technical review and evaluation will be composed of content and methodology experts.

3. A total of five (5) completed papers will be selected for presentation.  Qualified research projects will be selected based on the following set of criteria:

3.1    Technically and ethically sound;

3.2    Research results provided new ideas/knowledge.

3.3    The output, outcome and the impact of the study have relevant contribution to society and economy.

4.  For the screening process, a copy of the completed paper including abstracts shall be submitted to HRDCR IV-A.  Please follow the format below:

4. 1. Font and Size: Times New Roman, 12 point

4. 2. Title Centered, bold, upper case

4. 3. Authors: centered, sentence case. Kindly indicate affiliation, address, and email address. The name of the presenting author should be underlined.

4. 4. Body of abstract: justified

5. Research papers which were not considered for oral presentation may qualify in the Poster Exhibit. A total of ten (10) completed researches will be selected.

A. POSTER EXHIBIT GUIDELINES

1. CONTENT

• 1.1. The poster should include the following identifying information:
  • 1.1.a. Name or title of research or project
  • 1.1.b. Complete institution or author address
  • 1.1.c. Telephone or contact numbers or email

• 1.2. It should give a brief description of the research in layman’s language
• 1.3. It should cite reasons why such project was developed or why the study was conducted; the study’s potential benefits in terms of its impact on health and quality of life, science or technology contributions or socio-economic benefits.
• 1.4. The poster may exhibit the highlight of the study in picture or colored presentation (not smaller than 16”x20”)
• 1.5. Graphical and other appropriate presentations may also be included.

2. FORM

• 2.1. One poster panel will be allowed per entry.
• 2.2. Poster size should be 2 feet width by 5 feet height. Use of tarpaulin is recommended.

NOTE: Notice of acceptance will be sent on January 31, 2014. Registration is FREE.

For further inquiries and submission of entries, you may contact Ms. Reinachell T. Dacdac, HRDCR IV-A Staff at (046) 481-8000 local 4000 or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD) in collaboration with the Department of Health (DOH) and the Health Research and Development Consortium Region IV-A (HRDCR IV-A) is pleased to announce the Outstanding Health Research Award for the year 2014.

The award aims to give recognition to a research program or project that has demonstrated the link between research and practice through the utilization of research findings in the health delivery system.

Any health research program or project may be considered for the Award. Nominations will be done by any institution; members of the consortium; scientific, technological and professional societies or associations; research institutes; universities and colleges; and individuals. Self-nomination is not allowed.

Two awards will be given: one for the biomedical research category and another on for the health services research category. A cash prize of P500, 000.00 and a trophy await the winner for each category.

Nominations should reach the consortium on or before November 29, 2013. The nominees will be reviewed and shortlisted by the consortium. Deadline of submission of shortlisted nominees to PCHRD is on December 15, 2013. Individuals who may be interested to send nominations may download the guidelines and nomination form at the downloads section/Awards and Recognitions/ 2014 Outstanding Health Research Award.

For further inquiries and submission of nomination forms, you may contact Ms. Reinachell T. Dacdac, HRDCR IV-A Staff at (046) 481-8000 local 4000, c/o De La Salle Health Sciences Institute, Rm. 6301 3/F, De La Salle Angelo King Medical Research Center, Gov. D, Mangubat Ave., Dasmarinas City, Cavite, 4114.

Rationale:

Economic growth fueled by globalization is welcome as a means to create wealth and add value to resources; the dynamics though has raised concerns as to whether we should continue to develop at all costs. There is a growing realization that the type and pace of growth we have witnessed over the last three decades has been anything but inclusive. No less than UN has called institutions to tackle problems related to social exclusion, poverty, inequality, and environmental degradation. The aim is to ensure that more people participate in sharing the benefits of growth and resources be used in a sustainable manner to safeguard the future of current generation and future generation as well.

DLSU-D's response to this challenge is the Cavite Development Research Program (CDRP), a 50-year research program designed to promote evidenced based policy for the development efforts in Cavite province. But the issues that confront the Province of Cavite resonate nationally and in most parts of the world. A good number of development experts are now calling countries to tap into their local knowledge and capabilities; and promote researches that have social dimensions.

The research congress will reflect these issues in the wake of demands for sustainable and inclusive growth. This call for sustainability and inclusivity is accompanied by a changing landscape in education as the Philippines introduce the K to 12 educational system.

In this context, the congress will constitute a valuable opportunity for students, researchers in public and private institutions to address the crucial issues. Moreover, the gathering is a chance for practitioners involved in development issues that impact society to exchange information.

The congress focuses on 5 main themes:

1. Business

2. History, Culture and Arts

3. Engineering and Technology

4. Education and Communications; and

5. Science and Health

There will be 3 plenary sessions to be followed by parallel sessions during the 3 full-day congress. Parallel sessions will be structured to provide coherent series of topics.

De La Salle University-Dasmarinas Research Week is on November 18-20, 2013.