Aka Student Research Journal
type: channel
publisher: Occidental Mindoro State College
language: en
publication name: Aka Student Research Journal
issn: 2980-4523
items: Incident victim identification system for Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) Sablayan
items: https://journal.omsc.edu.ph/aka-journal/article/view/98
items: Ergonomic risk assessment and safety enhancements toward sustainable rice milling operation
items: Sports imagery and sports confidence among football athletes of San Jose Football Academy
items: Effectiveness of online interactive simulation laboratory in improving the performance in motion in two dimensions of Grade 9 students in San Jose Adventist Academy
items: Rootstock compatibility of Maguilas F1 to selected high yielding varieties of tomato scion
items: Evaluating the efficacy of edible coating with ginger and seaweed extract as black mold inhibitor for prolonging onion red dragon cultivar shelf life
items: Growth and yield performance of sweet potato ‘Imelda’ cultivar on different types of coconut-based biochar as soil conditioner
items: Young adults’ exposure to short-form videos and its relationship to emotional stability
items: Adolescents’ intention to engage in schistosomiasis preventive behaviors: An application of protection motivation theory in an endemic municipality in Oriental Mindoro
items: Digital transformation in grocery stores: Adoption and impact in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
items: Navigating the influence of organizational culture on the implementation of management accounting practices in agricultural cooperative: Insights from San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
items: Showcasing student contributions to knowledge driven by integrity and purpose
items: Performance evaluation of portable onion storage system
items: Performance evaluation and acceptability of the mechanized onion pesticide sprayer
items: Fragility curves prediction of select buildings with soft-story and re-entrant corner irregularities in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
items: Sources of information of coastal communities in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro towards disaster risk preparedness
items: Maternal self-efficacy in infant care among first-time mothers in Mansalay, Oriental Mindoro
items: Job satisfaction and intention to stay among health workers in selected government hospitals in Occidental Mindoro
items: Satisfaction and competitive state anxiety of the San Jose Football Academy athletes
items: Prosocial behavior and academic achievement of the college of teacher education students of Occidental Mindoro State College
items: Effectiveness of interactive simulation in improving the performance in science of the grade 8 students of Occidental Mindoro State Collage
items: Various retting process and the quality of saluyot fiber in Mamburao, Occidental Mindoro
items: Kawó Banwa: development and evaluation of a budget monitoring information system for urban barangays in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
items: Employee engagement and offıce ınnovatıons ın government offıces
items: Growth and yield response of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) on different ratios of rice husk and corncob substrates
items: Effectiveness of various concentrations of liquid Metarhizium anisopliae against armyworm (Spodoptera exigua) ‘harabas’ in Onion ‘Red Pinoy’ variety
items: Shaping tomorrow: Pioneering sustainable future through student research
items: Food safety awareness and food hygiene practices of food processing students of San Jose National Agricultural and Industrial High School
items: Challenges and coping mechanisms in online language learning of English major students at Occidental Mindoro State College

Incident victim identification system for Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) Sablayan
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description: The Incident Victim Identification System (IVIS) for the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) Sablayan is a developmental capstone study designed to enhance victim identification efficiency during emergencies. It addresses shortcomings of manual and visual methods, which are error-prone in mass casualty scenarios where victims might be unconscious. IVIS provides a secure, technology-driven platform for precise, rapid, and coordinated disaster response using biometric fingerprint identification. This web-based system features secure user management, role-based access, biometric enrollment and comparison, SMS alert integration, and a centralized dashboard for real-time incident tracking. Authorized users—encoders, responders, and administrators—can enroll residents, compare fingerprints against encrypted templates, and generate official incident reports. It also automates alerts to emergency contacts and produces printable PDF victim summaries. Crucially, IVIS ensures ethical and legal compliance, adhering to the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 by using minutiae-based fingerprint templates instead of raw images. For implementation, IVIS leveraged ASP.NET for the frontend, Laravel for server-side processing, MySQL Server for the database, and SourceAFIS for fingerprint verification. XML was used for structured data exchange, and an integrated SMS API facilitated alert functions. Performance testing on a Windows 11 device indicated average response times of 0.8 to 2.0 seconds, maintaining steady performance under five simultaneous users. Security and scalability tests confirmed the system's stability and data protection capabilities. Evaluations, based on ISO/IEC 25010 Software Quality Standards, involved 60 respondents from the community, MDRRMO, and IT sectors. The system achieved an excellent overall rating of 4.74, with high scores in technology utilization (4.93) and creativity (4.84). These findings validate IVIS's capacity to facil…
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: victim identification
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subject: fingerprint biometrics
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subject: biometric identification
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subject: scanning
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subject: Victim Identification in Disasters
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subject: Fingerprint Biometric Identification
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subject: Disaster Response Systems
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subject: Municipal Emergency Management
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subject: Web-based Information Systems
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subject: Biometric Data Privacy (Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012)
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subject: Incident Tracking and Reporting
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subject: Technology Integration in MDRRMO
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subject: System Security and Performance Testing
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subject: Information Technology
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subject: Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM)
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subject: Computer Science
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subject: Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
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subject: Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
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subject: Public Administration and Governance
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creator: Cherry Donna Clarito
creator: Kelsey Jorna
creator: Annabelle Rosete
creator: Celia Rebaldo
creator: Prince Joseph Fernandez
creator: Dave Dela Cruz
creator: Ejay Bryan Villegas
creator: Edgar Mamalayan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Cherry Donna M. Clarito, Kelsey M. Jorna, Annabelle S. Rosete, Celia G. Rebaldo, Prince Joseph D. Fernandez, Dave M. Dela Cruz, Ejay Bryan C. Villegas, Edgar C. Mamalayan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 141
ending page: 154

https://journal.omsc.edu.ph/aka-journal/article/view/98
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title: Development of a water quality prediction model through the utilization of solar-powered phytoremediation water treatment pool in improving the water quality of Pandurucan River, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
description: The Pandurucan River is vital for agriculture, fisheries, and domestic use in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. However, it is currently suffering from severe water quality issues caused by pollution from surrounding agricultural and residential lands. To improve its water quality, Scatter Linear Regression, Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), and ArcGIS were utilized in this research to develop a water quality prediction model, analyzing the significant parameters such as temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, chloride, TSS, nitrate, and phosphate. The Water Quality Guidelines and Effluent Standards of 2016 (DAO 2016-08) were followed during the water quality monitoring, and the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) was used to determine parameter weights for map generation. This water quality assessment revealed high chloride and phosphate level contents, low dissolved oxygen, and saltwater intrusion, where all stations failed in the Water Quality Index (WQI), particularly in Brgy. San Roque. Further, the Solar-Powered Phytoremediation Water Treatment Pool efficiently improved all water quality parameters, as visualized in the ArcGIS-based model. This result was validated using the R-squared (R²) method, which ensured that the prediction model efficiently captured water quality variations, being a reliable tool for environmental management.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: analytical hierarchy process
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subject: effluent standards
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subject: geographical information system
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subject: water quality prediction model
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subject: water quality guidelines
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subject: water quality parameters
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subject: Water Quality Parameters (pH, temperature, DO, chloride, TSS, nitrate, phosphate)
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subject: Phytoremediation Technology
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subject: Solar-Powered Water Treatment Systems
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subject: Water Pollution in Pandurucan River
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subject: Environmental Monitoring
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subject: Water Quality Prediction Modeling
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subject: GIS-based Visualization of Water Quality
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subject: Scatter Linear Regression & Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP)
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subject: DAO 2016-08 Compliance
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subject: Saltwater Intrusion and River Management
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subject: Civil Engineering
  topic: disciplines
subject: Environmental Engineering
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subject: Hydrology & Water Resources Management
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subject: Environmental Science
  topic: disciplines
subject: Applied Statistics
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subject: Sustainable Development Studies
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creator: Jaye Lord De Vera
creator: Merelle Madredano
creator: Trixie Anne Millaflores
creator: Michelle Enriquez
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Jaye Lord D. De Vera, Merelle P. Madredano, Trixie Anne G. Millaflores, Michelle D. Enriquez (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 120
ending page: 140

Ergonomic risk assessment and safety enhancements toward sustainable rice milling operation
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description: This study investigates the physical, cognitive, and environmental demands in the rice milling industry in Occidental Mindoro. The assessment involved a sample of 30 employees across various roles, including classifiers, dispatchers, baggers, bran porters, porters, and machine operators. The study incorporated an integration of ergonomic tools, including the Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire (CMDQ), Ovako Working-Posture Analysis System (OWAS), Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA), and NIOSH Lifting Equation for physical-based analysis. CarMenQ and the NASA-TLX, to assess the workload and cognitive strain. The results indicated that bran porters and porters are often exposed to risks of MSDs due to the nature of work. On the other hand, baggers, dispatchers, and rice mill machine operators experienced the highest levels of cognitive workload. Findings also indicated that musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are significant contributors to absenteeism, with 86.76% of workers reporting such conditions. Environmental factors, such as excessive noise and humidity, have a further impact on the challenges faced by workers in the bagging and operating areas. The study focused on the implementation of systematic job rotation and the redesign of job descriptions, and recommended ergonomic measures to improve the workplace environment, with the aim to reduce the absenteeism of employees and enhanced the overall worker well-being and operational efficiency in the rice milling sector.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: health
  topic: keywords
subject: ergonomics
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subject: occupational safety
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subject: rice milling industry
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subject: workers' efficiency and productivity
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subject: Ergonomic Risk Factors (physical, cognitive, environmental)
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subject: Occupational Safety in Rice Milling
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subject: Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)
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subject: Cognitive Workload and Job Stress
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subject: Workplace Design and Job Rotation
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subject: Worker Absenteeism
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subject: Environmental Factors (noise, humidity)
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subject: Industrial Workplace Productivity
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subject: Ergonomic Tools (CMDQ, OWAS, REBA, NASA-TLX, NIOSH Equation)
  topic: subjects
subject: Industrial Engineering
  topic: disciplines
subject: Occupational Health and Safety
  topic: disciplines
subject: Ergonomics (Human Factors Engineering)
  topic: disciplines
subject: Environmental Health
  topic: disciplines
subject: Applied Psychology
  topic: disciplines
subject: Public Health
  topic: disciplines
creator: Jazel Monterola
creator: John Mark Uminga
creator: Jenel Ituriaga
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Jazel Monterola, John Mark C. Uminga, Jenel C. Ituriaga (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 100
ending page: 119

Sports imagery and sports confidence among football athletes of San Jose Football Academy
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description: This study examined the relationship between sports imagery and sports confidence among football athletes of San Jose Football Academy in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. A total of 90 athletes participated by answering validated questionnaires on their use of imagery and self-confidence levels. The findings showed that athletes who regularly practiced visualization techniques felt more confident in their performance. The findings revealed that athletes who engaged in effective visualization techniques reported higher confidence scores. Among the different types of imagery, concentration-focused imagery was found to be a strong predictor of sports confidence. This highlights the importance of mental preparation in boosting an athlete’s self-belief. Based on these findings, the study recommends incorporating imagery training into the academy’s athlete development programs. Doing so could help enhance player’s confidence and overall performance. Additionally, future research should conduct longitudinal studies to assess the long-term effects of imagery practices on sports confidence in football athletes.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: concentration
  topic: keywords
subject: football athletes
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subject: mental preparation
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subject: sports imagery
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subject: sports confidence
  topic: keywords
subject: Sports Imagery Techniques
  topic: subjects
subject: Sports Confidence
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subject: Football Athletes
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subject: Mental Preparation in Sports
  topic: subjects
subject: Visualization Practices
  topic: subjects
subject: Athlete Performance
  topic: subjects
subject: Concentration-Focused Imagery
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subject: Training Program Design for Athletes
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subject: Sports Psychology
  topic: disciplines
subject: Physical Education
  topic: disciplines
subject: Exercise Science
  topic: disciplines
subject: Kinesiology
  topic: disciplines
subject: Behavioral Science
  topic: disciplines
subject: Educational Psychology
  topic: disciplines
creator: Marigel Anne Arbatin
creator: Arvil Lloren
creator: Darlyn Pabligar
creator: Maria Lourdes Tan
creator: Crizzabeth Paulino
creator: Camille Naga
creator: Jerlene Delgado
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Marigel Anne J. Arbatin, Arvil A. Lloren, Darlyn Pabligar, Maria Lourdes G. Tan, Crizzabeth D. Paulino, Camille I. Naga, Jerlene G. Delgado (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 93
ending page: 99

Effectiveness of online interactive simulation laboratory in improving the performance in motion in two dimensions of Grade 9 students in San Jose Adventist Academy
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description: This study examined the effectiveness of online interactive simulations, specifically the CK-12-Physics Simulation, in enhancing physics education, with a particular focus on the challenging concept of motion in two dimensions. Recognizing the difficulties students encounter with this topic, as evidenced by PISA assessments, the researchers sought to determine if the simulation-based approach could outperform traditional teaching methods. To investigate this, 40 ninth-grade students were divided into two groups: one exposed to interactive simulations and the other following a conventional curriculum. Both groups underwent five learning sessions tailored to their respective methods. Subsequently, all students completed a test on motion in two dimensions. The findings were evident: the simulation group performed significantly higher post-test scores compared to their counterparts. This compelling evidence underscores the superior effectiveness of online interactive simulations in facilitating student comprehension and performance in the domain of motion in two dimensions. The study's results advocate for the integration of such technology into physics instruction to optimize learning outcomes.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: conventional teaching
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subject: motion in two dimensions
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subject: online interactive simulation laboratory
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subject: physics education
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subject: science 9
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subject: Online Interactive Simulations
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subject: Motion in Two Dimensions (Physics Concept)
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subject: Grade 9 Student Performance
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subject: CK-12 Physics Simulation
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subject: Science 9 Curriculum
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subject: Technology-Enhanced Learning
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subject: Instructional Effectiveness
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subject: Comparative Teaching Methods (Traditional vs. Simulation-based)
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subject: Science Education
  topic: disciplines
subject: Educational Technology
  topic: disciplines
subject: Physics Education
  topic: disciplines
subject: Instructional Design
  topic: disciplines
subject: Secondary Education
  topic: disciplines
subject: Curriculum and Instruction
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creator: Fiola Marie Urieta
creator: Jan Marion Beliran
creator: Ann Catherine Carpentero
creator: Shehanie Gabay
creator: Jacqueline Gadon
creator: Glydelyn Nicolas
creator: Jardene May Novio
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Fiola Marie G. Urieta, Jan Marion H. Beliran, Ann Catherine F. Carpentero, Shehanie D. Gabay, Jacqueline A. Gadon, Glydelyn M. Nicolas, Jardene May G. Novio (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 83
ending page: 92

Rootstock compatibility of Maguilas F1 to selected high yielding varieties of tomato scion
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description: Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) is a globally significant crop, but its cultivation is severely hindered by waterlogging during the rainy season, leading to significant yield losses for farmers, particularly in areas like San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. Grafting offers a promising solution by combining high-yielding scions with waterlogging-tolerant rootstocks. This study investigated the grafting compatibility of three high-yielding tomato scion varieties (Diamante Max F1, Jewel F1, and Garnet F1) with the waterlogging-tolerant Maguilas F1 as a rootstock. Using a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) in a controlled healing chamber, we evaluated grafting success rate, height increment, and days to callus formation. Results showed that the Maguilas F1 and Diamante Max F1 combination exhibited significantly higher grafting success rates (mean = 82.22%) and greater height increments (mean = 3.47 cm) compared to Jewel F1 and Garnet F1. Diamante Max F1 also consistently formed callus earlier, indicating faster wound healing. While there was no statistically significant difference in days to callus formation across treatments, Diamante Max F1's quicker healing contributed to its superior performance. These findings highlight Diamante Max F1 as the most compatible scion for Maguilas F1 rootstock, offering a viable strategy for improving tomato cultivation during adverse rainy season conditions and potentially increasing farmer profitability and consumer access to affordable tomatoes.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: callus
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subject: compatibility
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subject: grafting
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subject: rootstock
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subject: Solanum lycopersicum
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subject: Tomato Grafting Compatibility
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subject: Maguilas F1 Rootstock
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subject: High-Yielding Tomato Varieties (Diamante Max F1, Jewel F1, Garnet F1)
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subject: Waterlogging Tolerance in Tomatoes
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subject: Callus Formation and Healing
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subject: Graft Success Rate
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subject: Tomato Growth Performance
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subject: Rainy Season Crop Adaptation
  topic: subjects
subject: Horticulture
  topic: disciplines
subject: Plant Physiology
  topic: disciplines
subject: Crop Science
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subject: Plant Breeding and Genetics
  topic: disciplines
subject: Agricultural Technology
  topic: disciplines
subject: Sustainable Agriculture
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creator: Kate Andrew Villarao
creator: Guendoline Oyanan
creator: Shakira Isabel Meralles
creator: Eleazar De Mesa
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Kate Andrew P. Villarao, Guendoline M. Oyanan, Shakira Isabel V. Meralles, Eleazar Z. De Mesa (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 72
ending page: 82

Evaluating the efficacy of edible coating with ginger and seaweed extract as black mold inhibitor for prolonging onion red dragon cultivar shelf life
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description: This study evaluated the efficacy of an edible coating made from ginger and seaweed extract as a black mold (Aspergillus niger) inhibitor to prolong the shelf life of 'Red Dragon' onions. The experiment was conducted from April to August 2024 at the OMSC Food Processing Center and Crop Protection Laboratory, Murtha Campus, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. A Complete Randomized Design (CRD) was employed, testing four treatments on 250-gram samples of onions exposed to Aspergillus niger, replicated three times. The treatments included a control (T0: no treatment) and varying concentrations of seaweed extract (SE) and ginger extract: T1 (100mL SE + 15mL ginger extract), T2 (100mL SE + 20mL ginger extract), T3 (100mL SE + 25mL ginger extract), and T4 (100mL SE + 30mL ginger extract) per 250 grams of onion. The study assessed weight loss percentage, total soluble solids, rotten bulb percentage, and sprouted bulb percentage. Results indicated that the edible coatings managed weight loss and total soluble solids effectively, and all treatments completely inhibited rotting during the study period. Sprouting was minimal, with only the highest ginger extract concentration (T4) showing a slight percentage of sprouted bulbs. The findings suggest that ginger and seaweed extract edible coatings show promise as a natural method for preserving onions, inhibiting black mold, and extending shelf life. Further research is recommended to optimize extract concentrations and assess long-term storage effects.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: black mold inhibitor
  topic: keywords
subject: edible coating
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subject: onion
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subject: post harvest technology
  topic: keywords
subject: Edible Coating
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subject: Ginger and Seaweed Extract
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subject: Post-Harvest Shelf Life
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subject: Black Mold (Aspergillus niger) Inhibition
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subject: Red Onion (‘Red Dragon’ cultivar) Preservation
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subject: Natural Antifungal Treatment
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subject: Weight Loss and Spoilage in Storage
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subject: Post-Harvest Handling of Onions
  topic: subjects
subject: Postharvest Technology
  topic: disciplines
subject: Crop Science
  topic: disciplines
subject: Plant Pathology
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subject: Agricultural Chemistry
  topic: disciplines
subject: Food Science and Technology
  topic: disciplines
subject: Horticulture
  topic: disciplines
creator: Aliah Alleyne Canals
creator: Gilbert James Mercene
creator: Michael Benz Morabor
creator: Arvin Jonathan Flores
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Aliah Alleyne L. Canals, Gilbert James D. Mercene, Michael Benz S. Morabor, Arvin Jonathan L. Flores (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 60
ending page: 71

Growth and yield performance of sweet potato ‘Imelda’ cultivar on different types of coconut-based biochar as soil conditioner
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description: The study explored the result of the utilization of biochar derived from coconut husk, young coconut, and coconut pulp on the growth and yield response on sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas). The study is conducted in Occidental Mindoro, where coconut husk and pulp are often treated as waste. The main objectives are to evaluate how these biochars function as soil conditioners, influencing growth metrics such as vine length, leaf count, and fresh biomass, alongside yield factors including the number, length, diameter, and weight of marketable tuberous roots. The research also assessed changes in soil properties, specifically water-holding capacity and bulk density. Employing a randomized complete block design, the study had five treatments: the control (no application of biochar) and four types of biochar (T1-Coconut husk, T2-Young Coconut, T3-Coconut Pulp, T4-carbonized Rice Hull), with 3 sample plants per plot. Carbonization of the coconut substrates was conducted using a steel drum kiln, adhering to established protocols. Sweet potato cuttings with the cut distance 30cm from the tip were planted using a furrow method, ensuring proper spacing and replanting of missing hills. Results showed comparable effects in growth and yield parameters with biochar applications compared to the control, with young coconut biochar resulting in the highest leaf count (mean = 457) and coconut pulp biochar yielding the best overall performance in yield metrics. While all biochar treatments outperformed the control, no significant differences were observed among the biochars, except in tuber diameter. Additionally, application of coconut-based biochar enhanced soil characteristics through increasing water holding capacity and reducing bulk density. In conclusion, coconut-based biochar is an effective soil amendment for sweet potato cultivation, particularly the use of coconut pulp biochar for optimal yield. As this study highlights the potential of using agricultural waste to enhance crop …
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: biochar
  topic: keywords
subject: cocos
  topic: keywords
subject: Ipomoea batatas
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subject: oryza
  topic: keywords
subject: soil
  topic: keywords
subject: Sweet Potato Cultivation (Ipomoea batatas)
  topic: subjects
subject: Biochar Soil Amendment
  topic: subjects
subject: Coconut Waste Utilization (Coconut Husk, Pulp, Young Coconut)
  topic: subjects
subject: Soil Quality Improvement
  topic: subjects
subject: Agricultural Waste Management
  topic: subjects
subject: Root Crop Productivity
  topic: subjects
subject: Soil Physical Properties (Water-Holding Capacity, Bulk Density)
  topic: subjects
subject: Sustainable Farming Practices
  topic: subjects
subject: Agronomy
  topic: disciplines
subject: Soil Science
  topic: disciplines
subject: Horticulture
  topic: disciplines
subject: Environmental Science
  topic: disciplines
subject: Agricultural Engineering
  topic: disciplines
subject: Sustainable Agriculture
  topic: disciplines
creator: Cherry Gay Pamanilay
creator: Rhod Zymon Salvador
creator: Princes Panes
creator: Michelle Razonales
creator: Isabelo Ebano
creator: Rochelle Soriano
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Cherry Gay A. Pamanilay, Rhod Zymon D. Salvador, Princes M. Panes, Michelle T. Razonales , Isabelo S. Ebano, Rochelle V. Soriano (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 47
ending page: 59

Young adults’ exposure to short-form videos and its relationship to emotional stability
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description: Short-form videos are one of the rising trends in social media, conveniently accessible, specifically to young adults. The constant exposure of the users allows them to be subject to possible changes in their emotional stability, risking their mental health. Based on various studies, emotional stability is a crucial predictor of mental health, making it a factor to consider in this study. The study involves 110 young adult college students to determine the relationship between exposure to short-form videos and emotional stability. Mainly, females between 18 and 20 consume short-form videos using Facebook as a platform. Additionally, the students' overall exposure to short-form videos was high. However, it is notable that the respondents' time spent watching short-form videos was low but high in viewing purposes. Although overall emotional stability was high, self-awareness was relatively low. The findings indicated no significant correlation between demographic factors and short-form video exposure; however, a positive relationship between the purpose of viewing videos and emotional stability was noted, despite no correlation between the duration of exposure and emotional stability. It highlights the possible association between intentional viewing, limited duration of consumption, and emotional stability among young adults.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: emotional stability
  topic: keywords
subject: exposure
  topic: keywords
subject: short-form videos
  topic: keywords
subject: viewing purposes
  topic: keywords
subject: young adults
  topic: keywords
subject: Short-Form Video Consumption
  topic: subjects
subject: Emotional Stability
  topic: subjects
subject: Social Media Use
  topic: subjects
subject: Young Adult Behavior
  topic: subjects
subject: Digital Media Exposure
  topic: subjects
subject: Mental Health and Self-Awareness
  topic: subjects
subject: Viewing Motivation and Intentional Use
  topic: subjects
subject: Communication Studies
  topic: disciplines
subject: Sociology
  topic: disciplines
subject: Behavioral Science
  topic: disciplines
subject: Mental Health Studies
  topic: disciplines
creator: Shullien Asuncion
creator: Sheina May Bengala
creator: Rachel Mae Alagos
creator: Ella Marie Temenia
creator: Jackie Fajardo
creator: Angelika Reyes
creator: Olybea Gallardom
creator: Regine Casuncad
creator: Angelina Paquibot
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Shullien Q. Asuncion, Sheina May B. Bengala, Rachel Mae J. Alagos, Ella Marie G. Temenia, Jackie R. Fajardo, Angelika N. Reyes, Olybea T. Gallardom, Regine Q. Casuncad, Angelina C. Paquibot (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 37
ending page: 46

Adolescents’ intention to engage in schistosomiasis preventive behaviors: An application of protection motivation theory in an endemic municipality in Oriental Mindoro
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description: In tropical and subtropical countries, schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical illness that typically affects impoverished rural communities, particularly those with agricultural and fishing populations. Victoria being one of the endemic Municipalities in Oriental Mindoro, adolescents are at risk of infection due to their cognitive and physical development stage. This study investigated adolescents' intention to engage in schistosomiasis preventive behaviors in endemic communities of Victoria, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines, using the Protection Motivation Theory (PMT). A descriptive correlational design was employed among 338 adolescents aged 12-19 from 13 barangays. Results indicated a low level of schistosomiasis knowledge among adolescents, with 78.7%. However, they demonstrated a "likely" intention to adopt protective measures in both short-term (3.75±1.14) and long-term (3.81±1.16) scenarios. Adolescents perceived high severity (3.47±0.96) and vulnerability (3.55±1.06) to schistosomiasis, showing strong awareness of the threat. Intrinsic and extrinsic rewards, and response cost, presented neutral scores, suggesting mixed perceptions. Significant correlations were found between PMT constructs and behavioral intentions. Severity, vulnerability, response efficacy, and self-efficacy significantly correlated with both short-term and long-term intentions. The study highlights the need for targeted health education interventions, leveraging social media and healthcare providers, to enhance knowledge and translate awareness into consistent preventive behaviors among adolescents in schistosomiasis-endemic areas.
subject: Research Articles
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subject: Adolescents
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subject: behavioral intention
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subject: endemic communities
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subject: protection motivation theory
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subject: schistosomiasis
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subject: Schistosomiasis Prevention
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subject: Adolescent Health Behavior
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subject: Health Risk Perception
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subject: Protection Motivation Theory (PMT)
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subject: Behavioral Intention
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subject: Public Health in Endemic Communities
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subject: Health Education and Promotion
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subject: Tropical Diseases
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subject: Public Health
  topic: disciplines
subject: Behavioral Science
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subject: Community Health / Rural Health
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subject: Adolescent Health
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subject: Health Education and Promotion
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creator: Jeanne Espiritu
creator: Gawad Marites
creator: Jenny Adriatico
creator: Alona Flores
creator: Ara-Mae Gozar
creator: Marilyn Adion
creator: Sarah Jane Paguagan
creator: Arnold Jann Cariaso
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Jeanne A. Espiritu, Marites L. Gawad, Jenny B. Adriatico, Alona D. FLores, Ara-Mae T. Gozar, Marilyn M. Adion, Sarah Jane M. Paguagan, Arnold Jann L. Cariaso (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 26
ending page: 36

Digital transformation in grocery stores: Adoption and impact in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
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description: From the transition of traditional grocery stores to digital platforms, the landscape of the grocery store undergoes a profound advancement. Through digital transformation adoption, these stores redefine customer experiences, offering convenience, personalization, and efficiency, thereby reshaping operations and market dynamics. This research examines the impact of digital transformation on grocery stores operations in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. The study aims to determine the extent to which the digital transformation including product, manpower knowledge and skills, customer engagement, market analysis affect various aspects of grocery stores operations such as inventory management, marketing, supply chain, human resource management, and capacity management. The findings reveal that digital transformation is reshaping market analysis and redefining how businesses interpret and respond to market dynamics. With its high and positive impact, digital transformation empowers companies to harness the power of data-driven insights, optimize marketing strategies, and capitalize on emerging market opportunities swiftly. Also, digital transformation plays significant role to the adaptability and flexibility of the business operation to the inevitable conditions brought by the changing business environment. The result seemingly presents a moderately positive relationship indicating that when the adaptation of digital transformation increases or high, then there is as well a corresponding increase in grocery store operations performance. Therefore, with the adoption of e-commerce, retail grocery stores can better manage customer experience, improves inventory management, enables personalized marketing, optimizes supply chains, boosts operational efficiency, facilitates data-driven decision-making, and provides a competitive advantage.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: adoption
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subject: correlation analysis
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subject: digital transformation
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subject: grocery stores
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subject: operations
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subject: Digital Transformation
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subject: Grocery Retail Operations
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subject: Technology Adoption
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subject: Customer Engagement and Experience
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subject: Inventory and Supply Chain Management
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subject: Market Analysis and Data-Driven Decisions
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subject: E-commerce Integration
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subject: Human Resource Digital Competency
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subject: Business Administration
  topic: disciplines
subject: Management Information Systems
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subject: Retail Management
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subject: Operations Management
  topic: disciplines
subject: Marketing
  topic: disciplines
subject: Information Technology / Digital Innovation
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creator: Nico Mateo
creator: Glaizea Dianne Leal
creator: Jhon Kiezer Conde
creator: Rhenan Cadut
creator: Mark Chester Salazar
creator: Benjie Custodio
creator: Mary Joy Macabiog
creator: Jenny Crishia Cabalse
creator: Mark Bambi Tordesillas
creator: Justine Elaine Gavia
creator: Maria Angelica Sunga
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Nico Mateo, Glaizea Dianne C. Leal, Jhon Kiezer S. Conde, Rhenan S. Cadut, Mark Chester G. Salazar, Benjie D. Custodio, Mary Joy L. Macabiog, Jenny Crishia L. Cabalse, Mark Bambi A. Tordesillas, Justine Elaine M. Gavia, Maria Angelica B. Sunga (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 16
ending page: 25

Navigating the influence of organizational culture on the implementation of management accounting practices in agricultural cooperative: Insights from San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
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description: This study examines how organizational culture affects the implementation of management accounting practices as applied in agricultural cooperatives in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. While agricultural cooperatives have been instrumental in rural development, cooperatives still cited significant challenges when it comes to managing the organization: the key challenges are limited member participation, resistance to change, poor communication and weak financial systems. The study guided by Edgar Schein's Organizational Culture Model and a qualitative case study design, with purposive sampling of 15 purposefully selected members, leaders and stakeholders of the agricultural cooperatives researched. Data were analyzed thematically. The study had the following aims: (1) identify cultural barriers and facilitators in cooperatives, (2) assess barriers and facilitators in the decision to adopt management accounting practices, and (3) provide the cooperatives with a strategic roadmap to improve their financial performance and operational productivity. The results reveal eight central cultural themes cited as barriers: constrained development, limited training opportunities, weak participation; and enablers: democratic governance, sustainable development, inclusiveness and community policies. The study identified three overarching factors – capacity building, financial sustainability, and operational productivity – that are vital to adopting accounting practices. The findings suggest that fostering trust among members and building confidence through transparent structure systematically improves member accountability, and resilience over the long run if cooperatives re-align their values with a documented financial system. It is proposed that cooperatives should invest in leadership and financial literacy training, implement digital accounting systems, and establish stronger internal controls to boost participation, achieve reliable financial reporting, and achieve durability …
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: agricultural cooperative
  topic: keywords
subject: management accounting practices
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subject: organizational efficiency
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subject: sustainable development
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subject: Organizational Culture
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subject: Management Accounting
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subject: Agricultural Cooperatives
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subject: Financial Management
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subject: Sustainable Development
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subject: Organizational Change and Development
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subject: Accounting
  topic: disciplines
subject: Organizational Studies / Organizational Behavior
  topic: disciplines
subject: Agricultural Economics
  topic: disciplines
subject: Rural Development Studies
  topic: disciplines
subject: Business Administration / Management
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creator: Eden Jane Fedelis
creator: Dannah Grace Diola
creator: Jica May Alcones
creator: Se Miriam
creator: Shygem Alonsagay
creator: Jason Ramirez
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Eden Jane T. Fedelis, Dannah Grace L. Diola, Jica May C. Alcones, Miriam L. Se, Shygem F. Alonsagay, Jason G. Ramirez (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 3
ending page: 15

Showcasing student contributions to knowledge driven by integrity and purpose
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description: In this era when academic success is often measured by metrics and rankings, it is important to look beyond the numbers. We should recognize integrity and purpose as the core values for students’ academic achievement and success. These values will support advancing knowledge that in ways that benefit our community, improve our professional practice, and uphold the values of higher education.
subject: Editorial
  topic: section
subject: research integrity
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subject: social value
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subject: scientific research
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subject: research
  topic: keywords
subject: research ethics
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subject: research
  topic: subjects
subject: education
  topic: subjects
subject: higher education
  topic: subjects
subject: education
  topic: disciplines
subject: social science
  topic: disciplines
creator: Artemio Gonzales
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Artemio Gonzales (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
starting page: 1
ending page: 2

Performance evaluation of portable onion storage system
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description: This study utilized a longitudinal design to assess the performance of a semi-automatic onion storage system over a 160-day period, from May to October. The aim was to evaluate various aspects of onion preservation, including physiological weight loss, sprouting, bulb rot, marketability, power consumption, and environmental conditions. The prototype, which can store onions for up to 160 days and effectively fulfills its intended purpose as well as the needs of onion farmers regarding storage, was successfully created, built, and extended the shelf life of onions by the researcher. The evaluation's tests proved the prototype's excellent ability to extend onions' shelf lives, demonstrating remarkable technical developments that provide growers of onions the choice between automatic and manual operating modes. Moreover, the integration of automated dehumidifier control and solar energy usage makes the system sustainable and effective while significantly reducing energy consumption. The comparative analysis showed that the created machine was more efficient than the untreated fan. Based on these findings, the system is practical for improving onion storage, thereby transforming current cold storage practices.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: portable onion storage system
  topic: keywords
subject: onion farmers
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subject: prototype
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subject: automated
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subject: agricultural engineering
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subject: onion
  topic: subjects
subject: agriculture
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subject: engineering
  topic: disciplines
subject: agricultural engineering
  topic: disciplines
creator: Grant Lester Enriquez
creator: Orly Jr Paz
creator: Niro Pulgar
creator: Alfredo Jr. Bacorro
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Grant Lester V. Enriquez, Orly C. Paz Jr., Niro P. Pulgar, Alfredo D. Bacorro Jr. (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 120
ending page: 128

Performance evaluation and acceptability of the mechanized onion pesticide sprayer
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description: This study aims to evaluate the performance and overall acceptability of the mechanized onion pesticide sprayer across multiple criteria, including functionality, durability, safety, and mobility, as well as to assess its performance efficiency in terms of discharge rate, noise level, fuel consumption, spray range, and field efficiency.The prototype was evaluated through a series of tests, including functionality, durability, safety and mobility , discharge uniformity, coverage area, rate of work, field efficiency, and standard time. Test results revealed that the mechanized sprayer outperformed traditional and solar-powered alternatives in all aspects. It achieved excellent ratings for functionality, durability, safety, and mobility, ensuring effective and safe operation. The sprayer also demonstrated consistent discharge uniformity across nozzles, preventing uneven pesticide application. Additionally, the sprayer covered a significantly larger area compared to other sprayer types, reducing spraying time and improving operational efficiency. Furthermore, the sprayer achieved a faster rate of work and higher field efficiency, indicating efficient resource utilization. Finally, the time and motion study confirmed a faster standard time for operating the mechanized sprayer. Overall, the efficiency test results convincingly demonstrate that the mechanized onion pesticide sprayer is an acceptable solution for farmers, offering consistent application, broad coverage, faster operation, and improved resource utilization compared to traditional methods.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: mechanized onion pesticide sprayer
  topic: keywords
subject: efficiency evaluation
  topic: keywords
subject: improved resource utilization
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subject: agricultural engineering
  topic: subjects
subject: pesticide
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subject: agricultural engineering
  topic: disciplines
creator: Jhon Raymond Casuncad
creator: Jerson Mabbagu
creator: Karen Geronimo
creator: Danica Songco
creator: Abigail Gonzales
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Jhon Raymond L. Casuncad, Jerson Mabbagu, Karen H. Geronimo, Danica Q. Songco, Abigail N. Gonzales (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 112
ending page: 119

Fragility curves prediction of select buildings with soft-story and re-entrant corner irregularities in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
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description: Since buildings are designed for different needs, this leads to significant irregularities. Predominantly, their response to ground motions concerned their resilience during seismic events. Considering different performance objectives, this research bridged the gap in determining the as-constructed irregular buildings' response against ground motions adapting ASCE provisions in a localized setting. The buildings first underwent finite element modeling considering the as-built plan, structural specifications, and spectral accelerations of Occidental Mindoro. Performing nonlinear static analysis resulted in the pushover curves and subsequently generated the fragility curves by the log-normal distributions of the spectral displacements. Polynomial curve fitting developed the best-fit fragility curves and produced mathematical models. The calibrated models resulted in a very strong correlation (R2 = 0.9994 and RMSE = 0.0321) between the input and the output variables. In addition, a 0.3794 RMSE value resulted in the validation of the predicted models to the code-based fragility curves, giving a very high correlation. Further, for the Ms. 7.1 earthquake, the Hotel A and the Hotel B were expected to be 27.61% and 44.72% damaged, with 33.14% and 33.104% serviceable after the disaster. Thus, based on member checks, Hotel A (soft-story) and Hotel B (re-entrant) buildings were susceptible to magnitude five and beyond earthquakes.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: spectral acceleration
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subject: nonlinear static analysis
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subject: pushover curves
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subject: fragility curves
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subject: prediction model
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subject: spectral acceleration
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subject: fragility curves
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subject: structural analysis
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subject: engineering
  topic: disciplines
creator: Mia Joice Gadores
creator: John Meylord Ibon
creator: Colin Agbayani
creator: Reymar Ledesma
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Mia Joice M. Gadores, John Meylord P. Ibon, Colin B. Agbayani, Reymar S. Ledesma (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 101
ending page: 111

Sources of information of coastal communities in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro towards disaster risk preparedness
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description: This study determine the sources of information used by coastal communities in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro for disaster risk preparedness. A survey questionnaire was distributed to residents in seven coastal barangays: Caminawit, Pag-Asa, Barangay 4, Barangay 5, San Roque, Bubog, and San Agustin, with a total of 382 respondents selected through proportional probability sampling. Data were collected using an adapted survey instrument. The results indicate that the majority of respondents are young adults, predominantly female, and have lived in the coastal communities for 10 to 18 years. Radio, social media, and face-to-face interaction are frequently used sources of information, whereas print media is used less often. Practices related to prevention and mitigation, as well as disaster rehabilitation and recovery, are performed occasionally, while disaster preparedness, response, and early recovery practices are more commonly implemented. The study finds that age and sex significantly influence disaster preparedness practices, and sources of information are significantly related to these practices. It is recommended that authorities increase efforts in prevention, mitigation, and disaster rehabilitation and recovery to enhance overall disaster preparedness in these communities.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: disaster preparedness
  topic: keywords
subject: sources of information
  topic: keywords
subject: coastal communities
  topic: keywords
subject: disaster
  topic: subjects
subject: communication
  topic: subjects
subject: communication
  topic: disciplines
creator: James Carl Paguia
creator: Janine Mae Empleo
creator: Norabel Guieb
creator: Laicel Manzanillo
creator: Jhona Quial
creator: Cherry Mae Solis
creator: Hanagene Trexie Tagalog
creator: Renz Volter Viaña
creator: Maria Luisa Pulido
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 James Carl S. Paguia, Janine Mae P. Empleo, Norabel C. Guieb, Laicel P. Manzanillo, Jhona T. Quial, Cherry Mae B. Solis, Hanagene Trexie S. Tagalog, Renz Volter B. Viaña, Maria Luisa P. Pulido (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 91
ending page: 100

Maternal self-efficacy in infant care among first-time mothers in Mansalay, Oriental Mindoro
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description: Becoming a first-time mother is a significant transition, and maternal self-efficacy (MSE) is regarded as a key predictor of maternal functioning. This study assesses the level of maternal self-efficacy in infant care among first-time mothers in Mansalay, Oriental Mindoro. A descriptive-correlational research design was employed. The study involved a sample of 227 first-time mothers from Mansalay, Oriental Mindoro. Data were collected through questionnaire interviews. The first-time mothers responded in this study were confident in taking care of their infant. It showed that the respondents were confident in doing care taking procedures and situational beliefs while moderately confident in identifying evoking behaviors of the infant and reading behaviors or signaling from their infant. It has been found that demographic profile of the respondents such as maternal age, educational attainment, marital status, income class, sex of the child, age of the child, father currently living with the child and partner’s employment status have no significant relationship with MSE.This means that majority of the respondents are confident in infant care and confirm the importance of MSE in the transition to motherhood, the complexity of different factors that may have an impact as first-time mothers.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: maternal self-efficacy
  topic: keywords
subject: infant care
  topic: keywords
subject: motherhood
  topic: keywords
subject: first-time mothers
  topic: keywords
subject: maternal health
  topic: subjects
subject: child health
  topic: subjects
subject: midwifery
  topic: subjects
subject: nursing
  topic: subjects
subject: nursing
  topic: disciplines
subject: midwifery
  topic: disciplines
subject: psychology
  topic: disciplines
creator: Edmar Gado
creator: Princess Erlaine Toledo
creator: Nancy Antiong
creator: Lenny Rose Anum
creator: Ana Ingayan
creator: Artemio Jr Gonzales
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Edmar S. Gado, Princess Erlaine J. Toledo, Nancy G. Antiong, Lenny Rose I. Anum, Ana D. Ingayan, Artemio M. Gonzales Jr. (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 81
ending page: 90

Job satisfaction and intention to stay among health workers in selected government hospitals in Occidental Mindoro
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description: This study was conducted to determine the relationship between the job satisfaction and intention to stay among health workers in selected public hospital in Occidental Mindoro. A total of 227 health workers participated in the study. The data gathered were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as mean and Spearman rho rank correlation coefficient. The demographic profile of the respondents exhibited majority of the women, aged between 30-39, with college degree, married, earning between P22, 001–P43,000, had been working for less than 5 years, working 12-13 hours and have 6 hours of sleep. The findings showed that the overall level of job satisfaction among health workers are “satisfied” and among its components in MSQ. The results indicated a very low intention to leave and moderately intention to stay. There is a negative correlation between the level of job satisfaction and intention to stay among the health workers in selected public hospital in Occidental Mindoro.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: job satisfaction
  topic: keywords
subject: intention-to-stay
  topic: keywords
subject: health workers
  topic: keywords
subject: government hospitals
  topic: keywords
subject: health worker
  topic: subjects
subject: human resource
  topic: subjects
subject: health
  topic: subjects
subject: health administration
  topic: subjects
subject: public health
  topic: subjects
subject: public health
  topic: disciplines
subject: midwifery
  topic: disciplines
subject: nursing
  topic: disciplines
subject: medicine
  topic: disciplines
subject: health administration
  topic: disciplines
subject: health policy
  topic: disciplines
creator: Emma Guillermo
creator: Mischel Janairo
creator: Cathy M. Villaflores Cathy M. Villaflores
creator: Jazy Jane Delano
creator: Melycar Recto
creator: Janice Almajo
creator: Artemio Jr Gonzales
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Emma G. Guillermo, Mischel P. Janairo, Cathy M. Villaflores, Jazy Jane E. Delano, Melycar T. Recto, Janice J. Almajo, Artemio M. Gonzales Jr. (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 71
ending page: 80

Satisfaction and competitive state anxiety of the San Jose Football Academy athletes
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description: This study examines the relationship between athletes' satisfaction and competitive state anxiety among football athletes at the San Jose Football Academy in Occidental Mindoro. Utilizing a descriptive-correlational research design, data were collected from 50 athletes using the Athlete’s Satisfaction Scale and the Competitive State Anxiety Scale. The findings indicate high levels of satisfaction among athletes, particularly with coaching and team performance, yet varying levels of competitive state anxiety, with moderate cognitive anxiety and low somatic anxiety observed. Notably, no significant correlation was found between overall athlete satisfaction and competitive state anxiety. However, a significant negative correlation was found between satisfaction with coaching and somatic anxiety (r = -0.35, p < 0.05), indicating that athletes who were more satisfied with their coaching experienced lower levels of physical anxiety symptoms. The study highlights the complexity of anxiety in sports, emphasizing the need for comprehensive interventions that go beyond enhancing satisfaction to effectively manage competitive state anxiety among athletes. These findings provide valuable insights for coaches and sports psychologists aiming to optimize both athlete satisfaction and performance under competitive conditions.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: competitive state anxiety
  topic: keywords
subject: football players
  topic: keywords
subject: cognitive anxiety
  topic: keywords
subject: satisfaction of athletes
  topic: keywords
subject: sports
  topic: subjects
subject: sports education
  topic: subjects
subject: physical education
  topic: subjects
subject: sports
  topic: disciplines
subject: physical education
  topic: disciplines
subject: sports education
  topic: disciplines
creator: Jolo Francis Chu
creator: Jesriel Cacayorin
creator: Kathlyn Berdida
creator: Ferdinand Jr Gino
creator: Ryan James Tuscano
creator: Jennylyn Francisco
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Jolo Francis D. Chu , Jesriel A. Cacayorin , Kathlyn E. Berdida, Ferdinand B. Gino Jr, Ryan James S. Tuscano, Jennylyn G. Francisco (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 63
ending page: 70

Prosocial behavior and academic achievement of the college of teacher education students of Occidental Mindoro State College
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description: This study examines the relationship between prosocial behaviors and academic achievement among students at the College of Teacher Education, Occidental Mindoro State College-San Jose Campus. The primary objective was to determine whether levels of prosocial behavior correlate significantly with academic performance, and to explore potential differences based on demographic variables such as age, sex, year level, and program. A descriptive research design was employed, involving a sample of 103 students from various education programs for the academic year 2022-2023. Data were collected using the bifactor model of the 16-item new prosociality scale and academic performance records. The analysis revealed that while prosocial actions did not show a significant correlation with academic achievement (r = 0.158, p = 0.111), prosocial feelings were positively associated with academic performance (r = 0.267, p = 0.006). Significant differences were observed in prosocial behaviors based on year level and academic program, with first-year students showing lower levels of prosocial actions and feelings compared to their senior peers. Additionally, students in the Bachelor of Elementary Education program exhibited higher levels of prosocial behaviors than those in other programs. No significant differences were found based on age or sex. These findings suggest that while specific prosocial actions may not directly impact academic success, greater emotional sensitivity and empathy are beneficial. The study highlights the importance of fostering prosocial feelings and recommends targeted interventions to enhance student support, promote empathy, and address the unique needs of various student groups. Future research should consider longitudinal studies and include diverse educational contexts to validate and expand upon these findings.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: prosocial behavior
  topic: keywords
subject: prosocial action
  topic: keywords
subject: prosocial feelings
  topic: keywords
subject: academic achievement
  topic: keywords
subject: education
  topic: subjects
subject: teacher education
  topic: disciplines
creator: Camille Limos
creator: Ian Parle
creator: Jessica Tasani
creator: Christine Adre
creator: Pauline Grace Domingo
creator: Mary Nicole Ducado
creator: Joanne Gorospe
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Camille A. Limos, Ian D. Parle, Jessica T. Tasani, Christine A. Adre, Pauline Grace M. Domingo, Mary Nicole B. Ducado, Joanne D. Gorospe (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 53
ending page: 62

Effectiveness of interactive simulation in improving the performance in science of the grade 8 students of Occidental Mindoro State Collage
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description: This study evaluates the effectiveness of interactive simulations, specifically Physics Education Technology (PhET) simulations, in teaching science. PhET simulations are offline applications designed to provide dynamic and engaging representations to enhance student learning. A quasi-experimental design was employed, utilizing a pre-test and post-test approach with the DepEd Science 8 self-learning module (SLM) in the Caraga Region. The study involved 50 Grade 8 students from Occidental Mindoro State College during the 2022-2023 academic year. Students were divided into two groups: one experienced conventional teaching methods, while the other used interactive simulations. Both groups participated in two learning sessions and then completed a test on the particle nature of matter. The test results indicated that the performance of students in both the conventional and interactive simulation groups was comparable. Statistical analysis showed no significant difference between the two groups' scores, suggesting that both teaching methods were equally effective in helping students understand the subject matter. The study finds that interactive simulations and conventional teaching methods yield similar outcomes in terms of student understanding. Despite the engaging nature of interactive simulations, they did not demonstrate a significant advantage over conventional methods. This suggests that both approaches are effective and may be used interchangeably or in combination to support science education.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: Physics education technology (PhET) simulation
  topic: keywords
subject: conventional teaching strategy
  topic: keywords
subject: interactive simulation teaching strategy
  topic: keywords
subject: education
  topic: subjects
subject: education
  topic: disciplines
creator: Hydee De Torres
creator: Angel Elaine Bacani
creator: Maria Elaine Colesio
creator: Sheena Marigmen
creator: Jezzel Keyt Quimoyog
creator: Rica Abigail Dagos
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Hydee De Torres, Angel Elaine Bacani, Maria Elaine M. Colesio, Sheena G. Marigmen, Jezzel Keyt O. Quimoyog, Rica Abigail T. Dagos (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 43
ending page: 52

Various retting process and the quality of saluyot fiber in Mamburao, Occidental Mindoro
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description: This study aimed to assess the quality of saluyot fiber using running water and stagnant water in its retting processes. The quality is a broad concept, and the researchers limit it in terms of the saluyot fiber’s tensile strength h, temperature resistance, color, absorbency, and sustainability. After the various retting processes have been applied and the quality has been assessed, differences in the quality will also be determined. It was an experimental research design under a quantitative approach where the investigation was carried out at Mamburao, Occidental Mindoro with nine participants who were chosen to evaluate the quality of the experiments. The researchers utilized a researcher-made questionnaire with 4-Point Likert scale for rating and interpretation for temperature resistance, absorbency, and sustainability based on the available resources and adapted a standardized questionnaire for the two remaining variables which are tensile strength, and color. The researcher-made questionnaire passed through the process of content validity and reliability tests before it was handed out to the participants. In this study, they also utilized several statistical tools for treating the collected data which includes the mean and t-test. The findings of this study revealed that the retting process using running and stagnant water gives a good quality of the saluyot fiber. The result of this study shows that there is a significant difference between the quality of saluyot fiber extracted when retting in running water and stagnant water in terms of tensile strength, temperature resistance, color, absorbency, and sustainability.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: sustainable fiber processing
  topic: keywords
subject: natural fiber quality
  topic: keywords
subject: retting techniques
  topic: keywords
subject: local fiber utilization
  topic: keywords
subject: agricultural sustainability
  topic: keywords
creator: Joycee Ann Bautista
creator: Christine Cosimo
creator: Airielle Toriana
creator: Grace Ann Seloza
creator: Von Russel Martinez
creator: Gavrielle Jimenez
creator: Jonacel Basilio
creator: Aldrine Baguio
creator: Eusemarie Evangelista
creator: Judy Catalo
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Joycee Ann M. Bautista, Christine Cosimo, Airielle A. Toriana, Grace Ann M. Seloza, Von Russel O. Martinez, Gavrielle A. Jimenez, Jonacel S. Basilio, Aldrine C. Baguio, Eusemarie G. Evangelista, Judy A. Catalo (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 37
ending page: 42

Kawó Banwa: development and evaluation of a budget monitoring information system for urban barangays in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
type: item
description: The Philippine government’s commitment to promoting transparent and accountable local governance led to the development of KAWÓ BANWA, a budget monitoring information system designed for urban barangays in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. This system addresses misallocation and mismanagement of funds, often leading to delayed projects. It addresses challenges, including the need for capacity building among local government officials, limited transparency and accountability in budget processes, inadequate stakeholder engagement, and insufficient access to modern technology. KAWÓ BANWA provides a secure and user-friendly platform for streamlined budget tracking and management, utilizing Visual Basic 2022 and Microsoft Access. The researchers conducted compatibility testing to ensure adaptability to different operating environments, and an evaluation found the system to be highly effective. Implementing KAWÓ BANWA promises to improve transparency, accountability, and resource allocation to strengthen significantly local governance and public service delivery in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: budget monitoring information system
  topic: keywords
subject: budget tracking
  topic: keywords
subject: allocation and management
  topic: keywords
subject: system application
  topic: keywords
creator: Kenn Charles Dela Peña
creator: Jenelyn Paulino
creator: Sussane Sape
creator: John Emman Rey Nidoy
creator: Dyna Rose Lazaro
creator: Daveruss Singh
creator: Jason Ramirez
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Kenn Charles M. Dela Peña, Jenelyn G. Paulino, Sussane C. Sape, John Emman Rey J. Nidoy, Dyna Rose L. Lazaro, Daveruss B. Singh, Jason G. Ramirez (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 27
ending page: 36

Employee engagement and offıce ınnovatıons ın government offıces
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description: Engagement and innovation are the common changes faced by the government employees after the pandemic at their respective workplace. Given this case, employee engagement and office innovation as well as the relationship between the two has become prevalent topic of this discussion. This study seeks to identify the level and relatioship of employee engagement and office innovation. In pursuit of the objectives, this study employed a purposive sampling technique and a researcher-made instrument was used to conduct a face-to-face data gathering from the employees of government offices in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. This study reveals that the level of employee engagement and office innovation was very high and also shows that office innovations is significantly and positively related to employee engagement. This suggests that office innovation can contribute to employee engagement by improving the work environment and processes, but it is not the only factor that affects employee engagement.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: employee engagement
  topic: keywords
subject: government employees
  topic: keywords
subject: office innovation
  topic: keywords
subject: purposive sampling technique
  topic: keywords
subject: researcher-made instrument
  topic: keywords
creator: Marian Badiana
creator: Lourraine Lady January Lastimosa
creator: Floreden Alarcon
creator: Stefanie Caringal
creator: Mary Cris Escondo
creator: Ramon II Fajardo
creator: Susana Ophiar
creator: Jason Ramirez
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Marian M. Badiana, Lourraine Lady January R. Lastimosa, Floreden Y. Alarcon, Stefanie D. Caringal, Mary Cris A. Escondo, Ramon D. Fajardo II, Susana F. Ophiar, Jason G. Ramirez (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 19
ending page: 26

Growth and yield response of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) on different ratios of rice husk and corncob substrates
type: item
description: This study investigated the growth and yield of oyster mushrooms using different substrate materials in a Completely Randomized Design utilizing four treatments: T0 (100% sawdust), T1 (25% rice husk + 75% corncob), T2 (50% rice husk + 50% corncob), and T3 (100% corncob). The experiment was conducted at Occidental Mindoro State College, College of Agriculture from June to October 2023. Polypropylene plastic bags were filled with different substrate combinations, pasteurized for 8 hours in a fabricated steel drum, and inoculated with oyster mushroom spawns. After colonization, the bags were placed in a growing house. Data were gathered from ten randomly selected fruiting bags per treatment. Results showed that 100% corncob significantly improved substrate efficiency by lowering the number of days to full inoculation and days to first flushing, increasing weight of oyster mushrooms, and biological efficiency. In addition, 100% corncob had comparable effects to 100% sawdust in terms of the number of fruits per flush and percentage marketable harvest. These findings suggest that corncob substrate, particularly 100% corncob, can be a viable alternative for oyster mushroom cultivation. It offers faster colonization, increased mushroom weight, and improved biological efficiency.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: corncob
  topic: keywords
subject: rice husk
  topic: keywords
subject: colonization
  topic: keywords
subject: spawn
  topic: keywords
subject: oyster mushroom
  topic: keywords
subject: Agriculture
  topic: subjects
subject: Agriculture
  topic: disciplines
creator: Kristine Mangilog
creator: Jessa Fae Mendez
creator: Rochelle Soriano
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Kristine M. Mangilog, Jessa Fae M. Mendez, Rochelle V. Soriano (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-09-25
publication date: 2024-09-25
starting page: 9
ending page: 18

Effectiveness of various concentrations of liquid Metarhizium anisopliae against armyworm (Spodoptera exigua) ‘harabas’ in Onion ‘Red Pinoy’ variety
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description: Onion production costs a lot especially when it is hit by a pest such as Armyworm (Harabas). That's why we need an alternative and cheap method to eradicate them. The study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of various concentrations of liquid Metarhizium anisopliae against armyworm ‘Harabas’ in onion “Red Pinoy’ variety. The experiment following the Complete Randomized Design (CRD) research design was conducted at Barangay Bayotbot, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro from December 2022 to March 2023. The study used the experimental method of research. This study was composed of four treatments and three replications: T0=Control (No Application), T1=175 mL+1L water, T2=350mL+1L water, T3=525mL+1L water, T4=Chemical insecticide. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) in Complete Randomized Design (CRD) used in the experiment findings of the study revealed that the application of experimental biological pesticide at 525 mL+1L water had the best effect on the mortality rate of armyworms. When it comes to the number of insects repelled, T0 (Control) was revealed to have the most repelled number of armyworms. Meanwhile, when it comes to the percentage of damaged leaves the T0 (control) revealed to have severely damaged plants. For the findings of the study, the researcher recommends the conduct of a similar study using liquid Metarhizium anisopliae on different stages of development of fall armyworm.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: Metarhizium Anisopliae
  topic: keywords
subject: Harabas, treatment
  topic: keywords
subject: replication
  topic: keywords
subject: biological
  topic: keywords
subject: repelled
  topic: keywords
subject: agriculture
  topic: subjects
creator: Jomar Tandog
creator: Carlo Quitioan
creator: Eloisa Ramos
creator: Benedicto Jr Batiles
creator: Gary Calitang
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Jomar D. Tandog, Carlo B. Quitioan, Eloisa S. Ramos, Benedicto Batiles Jr, Gary L. Calitang (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-06-30
publication date: 2024-06-30
starting page: 3
ending page: 8

Shaping tomorrow: Pioneering sustainable future through student research
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description: As higher education institution, the Occidental Mindoro State College is focused on the future, addressing tomorrow problems using the present innovation. One of the many ways OMSC is transforming the world is by involving students in sustainability efforts. Sustainability means employing an integrated, interdisciplinary approach to understand and address the complex relationships among the environment, economy, and society (Mensah, 2019). In a dynamic academe-industry landscape, there is an increasing need for sustainable solutions. The role of research and innovation policy is important to address challenge of climate change, food security, social equity, resource scarcity, and public health (Ludwig et al., 2021). Academic research institutions have a major role in guiding students toward a systematic viewpoint that promotes interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches to developing sustainable solutions (Baumber, 2022). University and college students play a key role in undertaking societal issues, as they are driven by their desire to contribute to the attainment of sustainable development (Torsdottir et al., 2023). Well, of course, in addition to the desire to complete academic obligations. Students should learn that hard-pure and soft-pure research have equal weight in generating findings that can serve as useful basis for policy and program development. Integrating sustainability concepts and constructs in student research topics will help to advance the body of knowledge in a specific field of interest. Still, it will equip the students with the necessary skills and attitude toward sustainable decisions needed in their chosen field (Trevisan et al., 2024). Moreover, a key mandate of higher education institutions, particularly state universities and colleges, is to nurture students as incubators of innovative ideas by providing the resources, mentorship, and platforms necessary to translate their work into tangible outcomes. These innovations are not li…
subject: Editorial
  topic: section
subject: sustainable development
  topic: keywords
subject: sustainable futures
  topic: keywords
subject: research
  topic: keywords
subject: education
  topic: keywords
subject: innovation
  topic: keywords
subject: research
  topic: subjects
subject: sustainable development
  topic: subjects
subject: education
  topic: subjects
creator: Artemio Jr Gonzales
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Artemio M. Gonzales Jr. (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
date: 2024-09-25
publication date: 2024-09-25
starting page: 1
ending page: 2

Food safety awareness and food hygiene practices of food processing students of San Jose National Agricultural and Industrial High School
type: item
description: The main purpose of this study was to determine the level of food safety awareness and food hygiene practices of food processing students of San Jose National Agricultural and Industrial High School. It also sought to examine the relationship between these variables. In this study, a descriptive-correlational research design was employed to analyze the relationship between food safety awareness and food hygiene practices. There were seventy respondents in the study, and they were chosen purposively. Furthermore, the findings of the study revealed that food processing students have a high level of food safety awareness and a high level of food hygiene practices. The correlation analysis showed that food safety awareness in terms of purchasing and cooking has a significant correlation with food hygiene practices in terms of personal hygiene. Meanwhile, food safety awareness in terms of purchasing, cooking, and reheating showed a strong connection with food hygiene practices in terms of hand washing. Additionally, food safety awareness in terms of cooking and storing revealed a favorable link with food hygiene practices in terms of personal protective equipment. In general, the results of the study revealed that food safety awareness has a positive significant relationship with food hygiene practices. It implies that respondents with sufficient awareness of food safety demonstrated proper handling practices for foods.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: food saety awareness
  topic: keywords
subject: food hygiene practices
  topic: keywords
subject: food processing students
  topic: keywords
subject: food science
  topic: subjects
subject: food safety
  topic: subjects
subject: food hygiene
  topic: subjects
subject: Food Science
  topic: disciplines
creator: Jeffry Molina
creator: Jazel Brandiz
creator: Marjorie Garcia
creator: Bethel Econg
creator: Angelyn Parbo
creator: Christine Joy Ballo
rights: Copyright (c) 2023 Jeffry C. Molina, Jazel P. Brandiz, Marjorie A. Garcia, Bethel V. Econg, Angelyn V. Parbo, Christine Joy I. Ballo (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2024-07-26
publication date: 2024-07-26
starting page: 87
ending page: 95

Challenges and coping mechanisms in online language learning of English major students at Occidental Mindoro State College
type: item
description: The pandemic has forced higher education institutions into online learning, affecting language learning, especially English. This study examines the challenges language learners face and their coping mechanisms in this new environment. We employed a descriptive-correlational research design focusing on English major students at Occidental Mindoro State College-San Jose Campus, utilizing a five-point Likert Scale and a validated questionnaire for data collection. Analysis of the data revealed that English major students encountered moderate challenges in online language learning, with low internet accessibility, moderate learning environment issues, and high workload concerns. Students employed coping mechanisms to a moderate extent, particularly in managing behavioral distractions, behavioral activation, and seeking social support. The study also found a direct influence of internet accessibility on coping with behavioral distractions, while learning environment challenges had an inverse impact on coping mechanisms related to social support.
subject: Research Articles
  topic: section
subject: online language learning
  topic: keywords
subject: challenges
  topic: keywords
subject: coping mechanism
  topic: keywords
subject: behavioral distractions
  topic: keywords
subject: behavioral activation
  topic: keywords
subject: COVID-19
  topic: keywords
subject: language
  topic: subjects
subject: laguage behavior
  topic: subjects
subject: language teaching
  topic: subjects
subject: teacher education
  topic: disciplines
subject: education
  topic: disciplines
creator: Ana Mariel Samino
creator: John Mark Magayon
creator: Mary Jane Quimo
creator: Angela Amor Roldan
creator: Precious Rikka Navarro
creator: Riza Reyteran
rights: Copyright (c) 2023 Ana Mariel V. Samino, John Mark B. Magayon, Mary Jane A. Quimo, Angela Amor F. Roldan, Precious Rikka M. Navarro, Riza S. Reyteran (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2024-07-26
publication date: 2024-07-26
starting page: 77
ending page: 86