Mindanao introduces winners of RICE in Regions X, XI, and XII

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by Jund Rian A. Doringo

Mindanao revealed some of the best and the brightest in the southern island of the country through the simultaneous celebration of the Regional Invention Contest and Exhibits (RICE) in Northern Mindanao, Davao, and SOCCSKSARGEN Regions on 16-18 November 2021 via the virtual platform.

The RICE in Mindanao: Regions X, XI, XII is conducted on 16-18 November 2021 via the virtual platform as it reveals the winners from Northern Mindanao, Davao, and SOCCSKSARGEN

Co-presented by the Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Regional Offices X, XI, and XII, the event brought together the outstanding inventions, utility models, industrial designs, creative researches, and student creative researchers.

“For years, RICE has been a viable component for the many lives of our Filipino inventors who have competed in the coveted contest – from a budding inventor to a household name in their chosen industry,” said DOST-TAPI Director Marion Ivy D. Decena during the rationale message.

There are six major categories to compete in: Tuklas Award for Outstanding Invention, Unlad Award for Outstanding Utility Model, Banghay Award for Outstanding Industrial Design, Likha Award for Outstanding Creative Research, and Sibol Award Outstanding Student Creative Research.

“A number of outstanding researchers and inventors have been produced by this country and have been a beacon of hope in becoming game-changers,” said DOST Secretary Fortunato T. de la Peña.

All of the winners took home cash prizes and certificates of recognition, while the first prize winners of each category are considered regional winners who will represent their region to the National Invention Contest and Exhibits (NICE) in 2022.

Northern Mindanao’s pride in using the region’s natural resources

RICE is a way of showcasing not only the most outstanding in the regions but also to feature the best assets the region can offer that is truly unique and commendable.

“The entries that we have received actually utilize the region’s natural resources to produce commercially competitive products and prototypes with very promising results in the fields of technological application,” said DOST-X Regional Director Alfonso P. Alamban during his inspirational message.

He also emphasized how innovation has become more of a necessity than an option with the fast-changing and demanding landscape that needs intuition to adapt to.

The complete list of winners to the RICE in Region X is as follows:

Tuklas Award for Outstanding Invention

  1. First Prize Winner: Convertible Composter and Dehydrator Machine by Engr. Eulalio C. Creencia

Unlad Award for Outstanding Utility Model

  1. Third Prize Winner: Best Hydroponics Nutrients Solution by Estelito C. Bebit Jr. and Roceilito C. Bebit

Likha Award for Outstanding Creative Research

  1. Third Prize Winner: Best Hydroponics Nutrients Solution by Estelito C. Bebit Jr. and Roceilito C. Bebit

Sibol Award for Outstanding High School Student Creative Research

  1. First Prize Winner: Phytochemical Properties and Anti-Oxidant Potency of Marigold Yellow (Calendula officinalis) as an Effective Antiseptic Spray by Alliah Monica Q. Balan, Esiaeh S. De Los Reyes, Raiza Jill C. Genalo, Lana Bridget O. Pacquiao, Sherilynn N. Villanueva of Iligan City East National High School
  2. Second Prize Winner: Biodegradable Plastic Eco Bag: Cassava-Based Starch Bioplastic Reinforce with Sansevieria zeylanica (Snake Plant) Fiber Embedded with Muntingia calabura (Aratiles) Seeds by Douven Jay J. Madlus, Mekyla Angel A. Legaspi, and Katrina Celeste U. Revelo of Tudela National Comprehensive High School
  3. Third Prize Winner: Malunggay (Moringa oleifera) Seeds Capsule As Water Purifier to Drinking Water by Deleane May A. Acot, Elyn Jay C. Bergado, Jechan L. Cuajotor, Franz Ivan A. Nerida, and Rolyn Chris C. Visitacion of Misamis Occidental National High School

Davao’s resiliency during the pandemic

“Despite the challenging time we are in, it is indeed amazing how Filipinos have shown and proven our resiliency, adaptability, and ingenuity, which greatly helped us not only to survive but to thrive,” said DOST-XI Regional Director Anthony C. Sales during his welcome remarks.

He also emphasized that it is during the pandemic, that the power of science, technology, innovation, and engineering through DOST-TAPI and DOST Regional Offices, have shown the dedication and commitment of the Department to provide more and better opportunities and venues to the members S&T community especially the brilliant inventors, innovators, and student researchers.

The complete list of winners in Davao Region are as follows:

Unlad Award for Outstanding Utility Model

  1. Second Prize Winner: A System for Regulating Access to Electrical Energy of a Solar Home System by Engr. Filmann T. Simpao
  2. Third Multi-Storage Utility Chair by Eileen Joan L. Villacampa and Prof. Amiel B. Marata

Likha Award for Outstanding Public-Funded Creative Research

  1. First Prize Winner: Development and Validation of an HPLC-DAD Method for the Chemical Fingerprinting and Quantification of Agnuside in Vitex Negundo Linn. (Lagundi) Leaves and Commercial Tablets by Michael A. Casas
  2. Second Prize Winner: Banana Injector by Dr. Roger C. Montepio
  3. Third Prize Winner: Coconut Climbing Device by Engr. Ryan M. Abenoja

Likha Award for Outstanding Private-Funded Creative Research

  1. First Prize Winner: Nitro Sterile: Medical Waste Sterilizer by Engr. Gideon Cordero and Engr. Roderick Dayot
  2. Second Prize Winner: Design and Temperature Profiling of a Falling Film with Combustion Reactor for Thermal Decomposition of Liquid Chemical Waste (Industrial and Automotive Lubricating Oil) by Prasef Karl Andres A. Cortes
  3. Third Prize Winner: Coconut (Cocos nucifera) Water as Volume Yield Enhancer and Detriment-Free Ingredient for Virgin Coconut Oil Production by Kyle Raven B. Ramiso

Sibol Award for Outstanding College Student Creative Research

  1. First Prize Winner: Development of Portable Fire Exterminator Using Shock Waves by Francis James F. Bagol, Franco B. Bellera, and Cris John T. Pogoy of the University of Mindanao
  2. Second Prize Winner: Synthesis of Nanocellulose from Durian Rinds for The Preparation of a Self-Healing Smart Concrete with Augmented Mechanical Properties by Ivanbert Y. Damasco of the University of Mindanao
  3. Third Prize Winner: Utilization of Bamboo as An Automated Vertical Farming System: A Breakthrough on Bamboo Technology by Elpedio Corbeta and Jeremiah Malalis of the University of Mindanao

Sibol Award for Outstanding High School Student Creative Research

  1. First Prize Winner: Bio-Briquette of Durian (Durio zibethinus) and Corn (Zea mays) Cob as a Source of Thermal Energy by Gwyneth Rose L. Abregana and Jannice D. Abasolo of Sawata National High School
  2. Second Prize Winner: Thermal Insulating and Sound Absorbing Capacity of Durian (Durio zibethinus Murray) Rind Fiber: A Potential Heat and Noise Control bby Dan Marlou A. Arevalo, Joules Acre F. Lao, Jerico S. Capun of  Davao City National High School
  3. Third Prize Winner: The Properties of Banana (Musa sapientum) Based Bioplastic as Affected by the Different Levels of Plasticizer by Sheen Ryan Baluran, Glaiza Claire L. Naris, and Denzel John Saludo of Sawata National High School

SOCCSKSARGEN’s foundation is the people

RICE is one of the many initiatives of DOST in recognizing the contributions of inventions and innovations to national development as major key instrumentalities in initiating economic growth.

“The initiative and urgency to respond to the needs of the people is among the foundations of DOST,” said DOST-XII Regional Director Sammy P. Malawan during his inspirational message.

He also emphasized that RICE was established because of its positive impact on the Filipino community.

The complete list of winners in Region XII is the following:

Likha Award for Outstanding Creative Research

  1. First Prize Winner: DG Perforated Tubular Paddy or Grain Dryer by Engr. Danilo C. Galindo
  2. Second Prize Winner: Biggest Rice Steamer by Francisco H. Gecosala 
  3. Third Prize Winner: Multi-Surface Biodegradable Disinfectant Fabric by Sarah Pamela F. Fresco, Paula Coleene M. Salvatierra, and Sarah Jasmine M. Cerbo

Sibol Award for Outstanding High School Student Creative Research

  1. First Prize Winner: Multi-Surface Biodegradable Disinfectant Fabric by Sarah Pamela F. Fresco, Paula Coleene M. Salvatierra, and Sarah Jasmine M. Cerbo
  2. Second Prize Winner: Project Multiparameter RAWR: Real-time Automated Water Regulator Device by Sarah Pamela F. Fresco and Paula Coleene M. Salvatierra
  3. Third Prize Winner : Motion Activated Alcohol Dispenser and Non-contact Infrared Thermometer Scanner with Voice System and Phone Slot for QR Code Scanning: An Immediate Response for COVID-19 by Leanne Rose V. Amisola, Joannah Love Marie F. Olay, and Cliff Emmanuel M. Portugal

The next RICE goes to Zamboanga Peninsula on 01-03 December 2021 as the Region IX reveals the best and the brightest inventions, innovations, and researches in their region.

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