The two-day 7th CF/FAC In-House Student Research Review, held on April 18-19, 2024, at the Conference Hall of the College of Fisheries/Freshwater Aquaculture Center โ Central Luzon State University, aimed to cultivate well-rounded students that are proficient in fisheries education and research. This esteemed annual event brought together baccalaureate and graduate students to exhibit their research findings and advancements in the realm of fisheries and aquaculture.
This yearโs conference showcased a spectrum of basic and applied studies addressing the critical challenges in fisheries, while also contributing to the attainment of sustainable development goals through a gender-responsive approach. Topics encompassed aquaculture, ecological assessment, product innovation, and social research pertinent to fisheries management. Outstanding students who demonstrated exceptional presentation skills and offered research papers with substantial contributions and innovative ideas were duly acknowledged during the event. Here are the winners:
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1st Place: Effect of Depuration on Microplastic Contamination in Green Mussel (Perna viridis, L. 1758) Cultured in Bacoor Bay, Cavite, Philippines Presenter: Ms. Quennie M. Bilugan, M.Sc. in Aquaculture alumna
2nd Place: Innovative Barrier for Improved Stability and Controlled Release of Active Compound: Alginate-Based Microencapsualtion of Phytoandrgoen for Sex-Redirection of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus L.). Presenter: Mr. Jefferson D. Gagelonia, M.Sc. in Aquaculture alumnus
3rd Place: Assessment of the Beliefs and Willingness to Act of the Local Government Unit and Community of Kiangan, Ifugao Towards the Management of the Ambuwaya Lake as Potential Aquaculture and Eco-Tourism Site Presenter: Ms. Eden Hapal, M.Sc. in Aquaculture student
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1st Place: Mr. Jefferson D. Gagelonia, M.Sc. in Aquaculture alumnus 2nd Place: Ms. Cheryl Grace B. Hoggang, M.Sc. in Aquaculture alumna 3rd Place: Ms. Quennie M. Bilugan, M.Sc. in Aquaculture alumna
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1st Place: Assessment of Seagrass Beds and Associated Macrobenthic Fauna in the Intertidal Areas of Dasol, Pangasinan, Philippines Presenter: Mr. Dante M. Mendoza, Ph.D. in Aquaculture student
2nd Place: Growth and Survival of African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) Fry Fed Probiotics Supplemented Diet Presenter: Ms. Marjorie M. Ramirez, Ph.D. in Aquaculture student
3rd Place: Characteristic and Sensory Acceptability of Newly-Developed Coriander Bouillon Cubes from the Invasive Mytella strigata (Hanley, 1843) Presenter: Ms. Maureen M. Tamayo, Ph.D. in Aquaculture student
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1st Place: Utilization of Red Tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) as Spread and its Suitability as Ready-to-Eat Food Presenter: Ms. Graciel F. Celo, BSF3
2nd Place: Ecological Assessment and Proposed Management of Balante Creek in Science City of Muรฑoz, Nueva Ecija Presenter: Ms. Pamela S. Delantar, BSF4
3rd Place: Utilization of Red Tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) Flesh in Making Fish Cracker Presenter: Ms. Elena Maria F. Alegado, BSF3
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1st Place: Enhancing Growth of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) Fingerlings Using Madre de Agua (Trichanthera gigantea) Leaf Meal Feed Additive Presenter: Ms. Ellaine Karylle Mae C. Bernabe, BSF4
2nd Place: Valorization of Fishery Product: Feasibility of Incorporating Green Mussel (Perna viridis) in Sauteed Shrimp Paste Presenter: Ms. Jaymie G. Arevalo, BSF4
3rd Place: FISHPAO โ A Study on Red Tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) as Protein Source in Ready-to-Eat Siopao Production Presenter: Mr. Jeremie Kaye B. Sumaoy, BSF3
Furthermore, this year's plenary speakers comprised Dr. Danilo S. Vargas, President of CLSU Alumni Association, Inc. and Core Gateway College, Inc., and Dr. Rogelio P. Carandang Jr., Director for Research Cluster at Pampanga State Agricultural University.
Simultaneously, the distinguished panel of judges for paper and poster presentations included esteemed individuals from various institutions and State Universities. Evaluators for paper presentations featured Dr. Faith S. Tadeo of Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University โ South La Union Campus, Dr. Jesus Paolo B. Cullado of Cavite State University, Mr. Daniel V. Cabrera of SANTEH Feeds Corporation, and Assoc. Prof. Kristine Grace D. Waing and Prof. Janet O. Saturno of CLSU. Poster presentations were evaluated by Mr. Mark Bryan T. Gusi, Asst. Prof. Zorille DC. Villaflores, and Ms. Patricia Anne M. Martinez of CLSU, alongside Mr. Mark John C. Bullanday of Genomar Supreme Philippines, Inc.
This event has once more been successfully organized, with hopeful anticipation for its continuation in the future, through the support and collaboration of CF/FAC-CLSU, the University Gender and Development Office, CF-Graduate Student Association, CF-Student Government, Ichthyological Society, Alpha Sigma Phi, and the generous sponsorship from SANTEH Feeds Corporation and St. Raph Agri Trading.
