Northern Mindanao Consortium for Health Research and Development

📣 Call for Applications to the Gelia Castillo Award for Research on Social Innovations in Health 📣
We are searching for social innovations that address health challenges and improve healthcare delivery in the Philippines 🔎 We would like to recognize your work, and help with further development and scale up! 🆙 📝

How you can submit your application:
Step 1️⃣. Complete the Submission Entry Form found in this link: http://bit.ly/GCARSIH2024EntryForm
Step 2️⃣. Submit you entry in person, via courier, or via email to [email protected]

⏰ Deadline for submissions: September 30, 2024
For more information, please contact your Regional Health Research and Development Consortium, or visit https://bit.ly/GCARSIH2024OpenCall

𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑨𝒍𝒍 𝑨𝒄𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒎𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑵𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒏 𝑴𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒐! 🧵🪡✂️

The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) is thrilled to announce the 1st National General Assembly of Textiles, Clothing, and Fashion Program-offering Schools, Colleges, and Universities on August 27, 2024 (Tuesday) from 1:00 to 4:00 PM via Zoom!

This event presents an exciting opportunity to collaborate on shaping the future of textile education in the Philippines. Key discussions will include the launch of the DOST-PTRI’s Textile Academy, the establishment of a consortium of schools offering textile, clothing, and fashion programs, curriculum development, cross-enrollment initiatives, and scholarship opportunities.💡👗

Mark your calendars and register now at https://bit.ly/PTRI1stNGA

We’re calling on all Deans and Department Chairs to join us for this assembly, chaired by none other than the DOST-PTRI Director. Don’t miss this chance to shape the future of textile education and collaboration in the Philippines!

Let’s weave the future of fashion and textiles together! See you there! ✨

𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗲, 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀! 🧵🪡✂️

Mark your calendars and register now at https://bit.ly/PTRI1stNGA

The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) is thrilled to announce the 1st National General Assembly of Textiles, Clothing, and Fashion Program-offering Schools, Colleges, and Universities on August 27, 2024 (Tuesday) from 1:00 to 4:00 PM via Zoom!

This event presents an exciting opportunity to collaborate on shaping the future of textile education in the Philippines. Key discussions will include the launch of the DOST-PTRI’s Textile Academy, the establishment of a consortium of schools offering textile, clothing, and fashion programs, curriculum development, cross-enrollment initiatives, and scholarship opportunities.💡👗

We’re calling on all Deans and Department Chairs to join us for this assembly, chaired by none other than the DOST-PTRI Director. Don’t miss this chance to shape the future of textile education and collaboration in the Philippines!

Let’s weave the future of fashion and textiles together! See you there! ✨

𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐒 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍! 📣📣

Inviting all Health Researchers in the Region to submit your entries for the following competitions:

𝐎𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭
𝟑-𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬.

This year’s 7𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 is themed “Sustainable Health Solutions for a Greener Future: Bridging Health and Environmental Well-Being.”

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to showcase your research findings, engage with fellow researchers, and influence policymakers with your innovative ideas!

To accomplish the entry form and to access the complete guidelines, visit https://bit.ly/3AwPdbw or scan the QR code. The deadline for entries is September 20, 2024.

If you have any questions or need further information, please email us at [email protected] or contact us at 09178579121.

📣The Call for Proposal for the “A Landscape Analysis on the PhilHealth No Balance Billing Policy” project is NOW OPEN 📣

Interested proponents may now submit their proposal through the PCHRD Project Management System (https://projects.pchrd.dost.gov.ph/index.php/pms-home) on or before September 13, 2024.

For more information, please see the enclosed Terms of Reference at https://bit.ly/TOR_NBB

Should you have further inquiries or concerns, you may contact us through [email protected].

We are pleased to announce that PHINMA-COC won first place in the Visualize Health Research 3.0: A Visual Abstract Contest, organized by the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development of the Department of Science and Technology.

The award was earned by Winslet Palomar Villacorta, with his coach Jan Michael R. Remolado.

Congratulations! NorMinCoHRD is so proud of you! 🥳✨

We would like to congratulate our NorMinCoHRD members from Central Mindanao University for representing Region X and for their participation and achievements during the 17th PNHRS Week, held from August 13-16, 2024, at Almont Inland Resort in Butuan City.

2nd Place - Dr. Mark Lloyd Dapar (CMU-IBS)
-Research Poster Competition
-Professional Category

3rd Place - Dr. Reggie Y. Dela Cruz (CMU-IBS)
-Oral Research Competition
-Professional Category

Finalist-Raymond Jay A. Manangkila (CMU-IBS)
-Research Poster Competition
-Student Category

NorMinCoHRD is so proud of you!🥳

Support our consortium poster! 🏆

Voting for the People's Choice Award in the PNHRS Consortium Poster Contest is now open!

Each reaction counts as 1 point, and each share counts as 2 points. Voting ends on August 14, 2024, 5PM.

Catch more exciting activities and exhibits here: https://pnhrs.ph

Congratulations to the finalists! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce the finalists for the 17th PNHRS Week Oral Research Paper Presentation Competition in both the Professional and Student Categories!

📅 Mark your calendars on August 14, 2024, 8:00 AM (Professional Category) and 1:00 PM (Student Category) and watch the competition live on the official page of PCHRD. 🌟

Support your favorite research poster and help choose the winner! 🏆

Voting for the People's Choice Award in the PNHRS Research Poster Contest (Professional Category) is now open!

Each reaction counts as 1 point, and each share counts as 2 points. Voting ends on August 14, 2024, 5PM.

Catch more exciting activities and exhibits here: https://pnhrs.ph

Support your favorite research poster and help choose the winner! 🏆

Voting for the People's Choice Award in the PNHRS Research Poster Contest (Student Category) is now open!

Each reaction counts as 1 point, and each share counts as 2 points. Voting ends on August 14, 2024, 5PM

Catch more exciting activities and exhibits here: https://pnhrs.ph

Happy birthday, Dr. Montoya! 💙

Your visionary leadership continues to ignite our passion for advancing Filipino health through research and development. Here's to celebrating your accomplishments and looking forward to even greater milestones ahead!

Check out the Program for the 17th PNHRS Week! 📅

We have an exciting lineup of events, plenary sessions, workshops, and exhibits from August 13-16, 2024, at Almont Inland Resort, Butuan City.

Join us as we explore global health networks and advance our national health research initiatives through international partnerships. ✨

Calling all artists! 🎨

📢The NorMinCoHRD invites all residents of Northern Mindanao to participate in the 7th Regional Health Research Conference Branding and Event Logo Design Contest.

The theme for the contest is "Sustainable Health Solutions for a Greener Future: Bridging Health and Environmental Well-Being."

The branding and event logo will serve as a symbol to convey the theme of the 7th RHRC.

Entries must be submitted on or before August 2, 2024.

Scan the QR code or click the link to read the guidelines: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1XGKRJ0GeLaaSifGyzx5O4I5sKxCTc6EP?usp=sharing

SUBMIT NOW! ⚕️🌍

📢 Announcing the 17th PNHRS Week!

Join us at Butuan City from August 13-16, 2024 for the 17th Philippine National Health Research System Week themed "Leveraging Global Networks in Advancing the National Health Research System."

This event will bring together health researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss the power of global collaboration in enhancing our national health research initiatives. Participants will have the opportunity to share insights, exchange best practices, and forge partnerships that drive innovation and resilience in the health research landscape.

Don't miss out on this chance to connect and innovate with fellow health research enthusiasts!

17th PNHRS Week | Caraga Join us in the 17th PNHRS Week Celebration with the theme "Leveraging Global Networks in Advancing the National Health Research System.".

📸 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 | NorMinCoHRD conducted a workshop on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) via Zoom on July 1-2, 2024. The workshop aimed to enhance the SOPs of the Research Ethics Committee (REC). The speakers for this two-day event were Dr. Fred P. Guillergan and Dr. Maria Salome N. Vios, both members of the Philippine Health Research Ethics Board – Committee on Standards and Accreditation (PHREB CSA).
The workshop was attended by NMMC, MSU-IIT, BukSU, NorMinCoHRD, and CMU. It featured insightful group exercises and discussions that resulted in comprehensive revisions and improvements to the SOPs of each REC. NorMinCoHRD aims to submit the revised SOPs for accreditation this year.

𝑵𝒐𝒓𝑴𝒊𝒏𝑪𝒐𝑯𝑹𝑫 𝑴𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓-𝑰𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔, 𝑼𝒏𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒉 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑪𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒕𝒚! 🎨

Submit your best poster highlighting this year’s PNHRS theme: “Leveraging Global Networks in Advancing the National Health Research System”.

Each member-institution may endorse one (1) entry.

📅 Deadline for Submission: July 26, 2024, 5:00 PM
🔗 Scan the QR code or click the link for guidelines and submission details: bit.ly/NorMinPosterContest

The National Committee on Biosafety of the Philippines will have its final stop here in the region. The project team will be presenting the findings of the Horizon Scan on the Biotechnology Path of the Philippines on June 25 at Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology.

Let us witness the culmination of this insightful journey and explore the future of biotechnology in our country. Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage with experts and be part of the discussion shaping the future of biotech in the Philippines!

𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘:
https://bit.ly/HSBPRegX

Our final stop for the regional promotions will be in Region X!

Join us in Iligan City, as we present the findings of the Horizon Scan on the Biotechnology Path of the Philippines on June 25 at Mindanao State University- Iligan Institute of Technology.

𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘:
https://bit.ly/HSBPRegX

We'll see you there!

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐰 | COC-PHINMA conducts Research Writeshop for Faculty

The College of Health Sciences of Cagayan de Oro College - PHINMA collaborates with NorMinCoHRD to conduct a writeshop that upskills the educators of the institution in research development and publication.

This 3-day training, running from June 20-22, 2024, aims to empower the faculty with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their research endeavors. The consortium has invited speakers from its pool of experts to lead this enriching experience.

𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈 | NorMinCoHRD's 2nd Quarter Committee Meetings

The four committee composition of NorMinCoHRD convened for the 2nd Quarter at the Pearlmont Hotel, Cagayan de Oro City on May 24, 2024, to discuss the current status of the consortium's operations. Key points included a performance review of the past quarter, assessment of resource allocation and planning of strategic initiatives for the upcoming quarter.

The committees are Capacity Building, Research Management, Research Ethics and Research Utilization.

📢2024 DOST-PCHRD UNDERGRADUATE THESIS GRANT IN NATURAL PRODUCTS

Today is the LAST DAY to send in your applications for the 2024 DOST-PCHRD Undergraduate Thesis Grant in Natural Products. We are accepting applications through the Regional Health Research and Development Consortia until 5PM.

Visit bit.ly/Calls_2024NatProdGrant for more details.

𝙉𝙤𝙧𝙈𝙞𝙣𝘾𝙤𝙃𝙍𝘿 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝘾𝘾 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙧 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝 𝘼𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙖

The Philippine Cancer Center gathers insights and inputs from various stakeholders across different sectors to ensure a comprehensive and impactful research agenda through a series of consultative meetings and workshops. These activities also serve as platforms for safe, open, and constructive discussions on identifying cancer-related research topics that should be prioritized for the next five years.

NorMinCoHRD representatives actively engaged in the first workshop, conducted on May 27-30, 2024, at the Hive Hotel and Convention Center, Quezon City.

📢 2024 DOST-PCHRD UNDERGRADUATE THESIS GRANT IN NATURAL PRODUCTS:

Only 10 days left to send in your applications for the 2024 DOST-PCHRD Undergraduate Thesis Grant in Natural Products! We are accepting applications through the Regional Health Research and Development Consortia until May 31, 2024.

Visit bit.ly/Calls_2024NatProdGrant for more details.

🔒 𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐒 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 | 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 – 𝘾𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 𝘿𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙥𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙉𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙤 (𝘿𝙊𝙃 𝘾𝙃𝘿-𝙉𝙈) 𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙋𝙝𝙥 1,000,000.00 𝙛𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙏𝙚𝙘𝙝𝙣𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙮 𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙓.

This funding aims to bolster the ongoing Health Research and Development Program in Northern Mindanao, a collaborative effort designed to address critical health issues through innovative research. The allocated funds will support various research projects, fostering innovation and enabling the development of new health solutions tailored to the region's unique needs.

The partnership between DOH CHD-NM and DOST-X underscores the importance of multi-sectoral collaboration in enhancing healthcare services and promoting public health. The event was attended by Dr. Sulpicio Henry M. Legaspi, Jr., Regional Director of DOH CHD-NM, Dr. Ellenieta Hmv N. Gamolo, Assistant Regional Director of DOH CHD-NM, Ms. Bonita B. Manguilimotan, Regional Coordinator of NORMINCOHRD, and other staff from both offices.

Simultaneously, DOST-X has handed over the National Unified Health Research Agenda (NUHRA) 2023-2028 handbook to DOH CHD-NM. This strategic document outlines the nation's health research priorities for the next five years, providing a roadmap for addressing critical health issues through focused and collaborative research efforts.



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Northern Mindanao Consortium for Health Research and Development
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DOST Lanao del Norte
DOST Misamis Occidental
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