SMAARRDEC successfully conducted the IGNITE: Inspiring Growth, Nurturing Ideas, and Transforming Excellence — AANR Student Research Conference on December 5, 2025 at USeP Social Hall, Davao City, gathering student researchers from various Consortium Member Institutions (CMIs).

The event showcased outstanding undergraduate research in Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources (AANR), providing a platform for young innovators to present their studies, share insights, and engage with fellow researchers and mentors across the region.

Participants from DDOSC, DSSC, DNSC, DSSC, DORSU, KCAST, MONCAST, SPAMAST, and USeP proudly presented their research outputs, contributing to the continuous growth of the AANR sector.

The conference featured insightful presentations, interactive discussions, and an inspiring exchange of ideas aimed at strengthening research culture and innovation among students.

SMAARRDEC proudly presents the official results of IGNITE 2025, showcasing the outstanding research talents of our consortium member institutions. After a rigorous evaluation process, here are this year’s top performers across all categories:

𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙖𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨 – 𝘼𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚

1st Place: Host Range and Selected Fungicide Toxicity Against Neopestalotiopsis clavispora causing Leaf Fall Disease of Rubber
Researcher: Nur Jamma B. Constancio (USeP)

2nd Place: Phytochemicals and Antimicrobial Potential of Rafflesia mira
Researcher: Desiree Joy D. Maxey (DOrSU)

3rd Place: Bioefficacy of Chrysanthemum Extract Against Eggplant Fruit and Shoot Borer
Researcher: Cyrus C. Bautista (MONCAST)

𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙖𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨 – 𝘼𝙦𝙪𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙘 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙨
1st Place: Rapid Assessment of Birds in Mount Talomo, Barangay
Sibulan, Davao City Philippines
Researcher: Craig Andrei S. Gimongala (USeP)

2nd Place: VESSELR: Fishing Vessel Management System with Descriptive Data Analytics
Researcher: Julia B. Estigoy (DSSC)

3rd Place: Three New Mimetic Weevils from Mt. Candalaga
Researcher: Graden B. Obrial (DOrSU)

𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙖𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨 – 𝙋𝙤𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙮 𝘽𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙛

1st Place: Rebuilding Cacao Productivity Through Improved Agricultural Extension Services in Monkayo
Researcher: Karlo C. Balabat (MONCAST)

2nd Place: Host Range and Selected Fungicide Toxicity Against Neopestalotiopsis clavispora
Researcher: Nur Jamma B. Constancio (USeP)

3rd Place: LAMBAY: Localized Action to Manage Blue Swimming Crab Fishing Activities
Researcher: Karen Mae B. Recesario (SPAMAST)

𝙋𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣

1st Place: Major Fungal Diseases of Grapes: Distribution, Identification, and Fungicide Bioassay
Researcher: Carlos Magbanua (USeP)

2nd Place: Automated Solar Tracking System with Energy Monitoring
Researcher: Calvin Klein E. Antonio (DSSC)

3rd Place: Design & Performance Evaluation of ADLAI Grain Sorter
Researcher: Jonah Claire Recto (SPAMAST)

𝙊𝙣-𝙩𝙝𝙚-𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙩 𝘿𝙞𝙜𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙋𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙈𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜

1st Place: Jonathan Alcaria (KCAST)
2nd Place: Yeshiva Jane A. Tio (DSSC)
3rd Place: Nicky Angela H. Solis (USeP)

SMAARRDEC extends its warmest congratulations to all winners and participants!

Your dedication to research, innovation, and sustainable development continues to ignite progress in the Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources sector.
IGNITE stands as a testament to SMAARRDEC’s commitment to nurturing young researchers and empowering future leaders in the AANR community.

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