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HRDCR IV-A holds 1st Multidisciplinary Research Forum

Health-related researches conducted and completed by the member-institutions of Health Research and Development Consortium Region IV-A (HRDCR IV-A) were presented in the 1^st Multidisciplinary Research Forum last 05 June 2014 at the De La Salle Health Sciences Institute. The event aimed to disseminate research results for utilization in the region and to enhance the capability of regional researchers in technical paper presentation. It was organized by the HRDCR IV-A Committee on Research Utilization led by its Chair, Dr. Reuben B. De Castro, Jr.

The forum gathered 85 participants from HRDCR IV-A member-institutions who actively participated in the question and answer portion which took place every after presentation. Also present were Ms. Sabrina Elechosa, HRDCR IV-A Regional Program Officer and Ms. Wilma Santos, Cluster Head for Luzon of the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) who were tasked to award the plaque and certificate of appreciation to the presenters and panelists. Ms. Santos also gave updates on PCHRD’s programs- one was the increase in PCHRD’s grant for the Regional Research Fund which is Php 500,000.00 and the upcoming Philippine National Health Research System Week Celebration which will be held on August 12-14, 2014 at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Cebu City.

Dr. Cecilia C. Pring, Assistant Vice President for Academics and Research of the Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas and Dr. Reuben De Castro served as panelists for the one-day event.

The event also provided an opportunity for the researchers in Region IV-A to present their current research projects and to expand their research networks among the members of the consortium. The following were the papers presented:

1.Wound Healing Potential of the Ethanolic Extract of Banana Flower

Rufo S. Calixtro, Jr.,RMT, RPh, MAEHSE, MS Pharmacy, CPS

University of Perpetual Help-Dr. Jose G. Tamayo Medical University

2.The Effects of Health Education on Adherence to Therapeutic Regimen and Risk of Occurrence of Complications among Diabetic Patients in General Trias, Cavite

Nenita B. Panaligan, RN,MAN

Cavite State University

3.Prebiotic Potential of Ubi Flour (Dioscorea alata l.)

Lotis Escobin-Mopera, PhD

University of the Philippines Los Baños

4.Newborn Screening Test in Cavite: An Evaluation

Nenita B. Panaligan, RN,MAN

Cavite State University

5.Effects Of The Mind-Body Intervention Program In Alleviating Post-Partum Depression Syndrome

Restituta M. Cerbito-Tan, RM,RN,MAN,PhD

De La Salle Health Sciences Institute

Research papers which were not considered for oral presentation but qualified in the Poster Exhibit were the following:

1.Determination of Total Body- and Dry- Weight of Hemodialysis Patients Using Single- or Multi- Frequency Bioelectrical Impedance Analyses

Ray Albert R. Cabigan, MD

University of Perpetual Help Medical Center

2.Acute Oral Toxicity of Crude Extract of Cinnamomum Mercadoi Vidal Leaves in Swiss Mice Using The Up and Down Method

Maria Luisa D. Delacruz, MD

De La Salle Health Sciences Institute

3.Assessment of the Process and Implementation of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4ps) in selected municipalities in Cavite, Philippines

Prof. Nenita B. Panaligan

Cavite State University

4.Effects Of Interactive Health Education on the Compliance of Mothers to Postpartum Care

Dr. Evelyn M. Del Mundo

Cavite State University

5.Essential Child Care Rendered by First-Time Teenage Mothers and Developmental Status of Toddlers in Trece Martires City, Cavite

Prof. Nenita B. Panaligan

Cavite State University

Call for Papers for Presentation in the 1st Multidisciplinary Research Forum Extended

Researches on science and health and other related fields are invited for presentation in the 1^st Multidisciplinary Research Forum on June 05, 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 until 28 April 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

CONTENT

· The poster should include the following identifying information:

o Name or title of research or project

o Complete institution or author address

o Telephone or contact numbers or email

· It should give a brief description of the research in layman’s language.

· 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.

· The poster may exhibit the highlight of the study in picture or colored presentation

· Graphical and other appropriate presentations may also be included.

FORM

· One poster panel will be allowed per entry.

· Poster size should be 2 feet width by 5 feet height. Use of tarpaulin is recommended.

NOTE: Notice of acceptance will be sent on May 02, 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..