November 2024

A team of esteemed delegates from Mindanao State University at Naawan, led by Chancellor Dr. Elnor C. Roa proudly represented the university at the 12th International Fisheries Symposium 2024 (IFS2024) held on November 19–22, 2024, at the Hakodate Citizen Hall and Hakodate Arena, Japan. Joining Chancellor Roa were key university officials and faculty, including Dr. Ruby C. Gonzales, Director for Research; Dr. Rey Y. Capangpangan, Director of the Office of International and Linkages; Dr. Dan M. Arriesgado, Dean of the School of Marine Fisheries and Technology (SMFT); Dr. Anabelle Dece A. Espedaro, Secretary of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Extension; and Mr. Jomar F. Besoña, faculty member of SMFT. Themed “Fish as a Global Food Resource,” IFS2024 highlighted the essential role of fisheries in addressing the world’s growing demand for food. With the global population projected to reach 10 billion in the coming decades, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture practices are increasingly critical for ensuring food security and supporting livelihoods, particularly in rural and coastal communities. The symposium featured a wide array of discussions and presentations focused on cutting-edge research and advancements in fisheries science. Participants delved into strategies for maintaining healthy fish stocks, conserving aquatic biodiversity, and promoting responsible aquaculture to provide safe, sustainable food resources for urban and rural populations alike. The delegation actively contributed to the symposium through oral presentations of their research studies, showcasing MSUN’s dedication to advancing knowledge and innovation in fisheries and aquaculture. Their participation not only strengthens MSUN academic and research capacities but also reinforces the role in addressing critical global issues, such as food security and sustainable development. MSUN’s engagement in IFS2024 aligns with the university’s vision of promoting innovative solutions and interdisciplinary cooperation in fisheries and aquatic sciences. The event served as a platform to establish new partnerships, exchange insights with international peers, and reinforce MSUN’s commitment to sustainable fisheries practices that benefit both local and global communities. As MSUN continues to advocate for sustainability and responsible resource management, its presence in international platforms such as IFS2024 emphasizes its vital role in shaping the future of fisheries and aquaculture.

On November 15, 2024, Dr. Elnor C. Roa, Chancellor of Mindanao State University at Naawan, served as a distinguished discussant at the 1st Elevate Agriculture Convention in Cagayan de Oro City. Drawing from her extensive experience in fostering partnerships between academia, government agencies, and industry stakeholders, Dr. Roa highlighted emerging business opportunities in the fisheries sector, particularly how small-scale fisheries can collaborate with the university. She also introduced the university’s cutting-edge Technology Business Incubator (TBI), which supports the growth of innovative startups and provides a platform for sustainable industry development. In her talk, Dr. Roa addressed the critical challenges within the fisheries supply chain, covering issues from production and processing to distribution. She emphasized strategies to boost productivity, reduce post-harvest losses, and promote fair trade practices, offering insights into how these solutions can drive long-term growth and sustainability in the sector.

The Mindanao State University at Naawan (MSUN) has started its journey toward International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2015 certification with the launch of its Quality Management System (QMS) development initiative. In partnership with the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) – Mindanao, this ambitious project aims to enhance service quality, streamline systems and workflows, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in pursuit of sustainable development. The project was officially inaugurated during the Signing of Memorandum of Agreement and an Inception Meeting held on November 13, 2024, at the MIndanao State University at Naawan. Furthermore, the meeting brought together representatives from each MSUN office who will form the QMS Development Team, alongside esteemed guests and expert speakers from DAP. The event was graced by Dr. Mark Lemuel Garcia, Managing Director of DAP sa Mindanao, and Ms. Dianne B. Delfin, both of whom will serve as lead trainers throughout the six-month capacity-building and implementation process. Their expertise will guide MSUN’s QMS Development Team through a series of workshops and activities designed to establish certifiable processes aligned with ISO standards. DAP, a premier knowledge institution with over five decades of service, is renowned for its innovative and responsive solutions to national development challenges. Their collaboration with MSUN highlights a shared commitment to creating systems that ensure excellence and sustainability. Dr. Roa emphasized that the initiative goes beyond merely securing certification. According to her, it is focused on embedding a culture of quality and excellence across all aspects of the university’s operations, with the ultimate goal of benefiting stakeholders and promoting sustainable development within MSUN and in the region. Moreover, the inception meeting marked the beginning of a transformative journey for MSUN. With the active participation of all offices and the support of DAP, the university is poised to achieve its goal of ISO certification while setting a benchmark for quality education and service in Mindanao. Stay tuned for updates as MSUN progresses in this endeavor toward quality, innovation, and sustainable development.

Dr. Rey Y. Capangpangan, Director of the Office of International Affairs and Linkages at Mindanao State University at Naawan, and Project Leader of a BIMP-EAGA-Republic of Korea Cooperation Fund (BKCF)-funded project, actively participated in the BKCF Capacity Building Workshop for Project Monitoring and Evaluation. This workshop, fully funded by BKCF, aimed to equip project implementers with essential skills in research implementation, reporting, and monitoring and evaluation processes. Organized by BKCF, a Korean agency dedicated to fostering inclusive and balanced growth in Southeast Asia while contributing to ASEAN connectivity, the event brought together project leaders and delegates from across the region. MSU at Naawan’s project, one of only nine successful proposals out of 213 submissions during the 4th BKCF Call, focuses on developing mitigation strategies and policy formulation to address the emerging threats of microplastic pollution in the Philippine EAGA region. Dr. Capangpangan joined other Philippine delegates in the workshop and had the opportunity to present the project during the culmination program, showcasing the university’s commitment to addressing critical environmental challenges. This milestone reflects MSU at Naawan’s strategic initiative, in close collaboration with the Philippine National Secretariat (MinDA), to access international grants and advance research and development. The university’s efforts highlight its dedication to creating a meaningful impact on society through innovative research addressing pressing environmental and sustainability issues.

With the theme “Navigating Challenges and Celebrating Narratives Behind Community Initiatives,” Mindanao State University at Naawan (MSUN) held its highly anticipated annual Agency In-House Extension Review and Evaluation and 2nd Services/Products Expo, known as Pakiglambigit, on November 12-13, 2024. The event took place at the MSUN Function House and the Natural Environmental Science Building (NESB), bringing together stakeholders from various colleges, local communities, and partners to reflect on the university’s impactful extension programs. Over the course of two days, the event celebrated the successes of MSUN’s extension initiatives through dynamic oral and poster presentations, while also highlighting innovative products and services from both the university’s colleges and community collaborators. At its core, the event emphasized the powerful narratives of key stakeholders whose stories shape the university’s vision for progress and resilience in local communities. In her keynote address, Dr. Maria Teresa M. Fajardo, President of the Philippine Association of Extension Program Implementers, Inc. – Region X (PAEPI-X) Chapter, urged the audience to recognize the vital role each individual plays in shaping collective progress. “Let us remember that each one of us plays an integral role in the stories we tell. Our actions, whether big or small, contribute to a broader narrative of progress and resilience,” Dr. Fajardo emphasized. She added, “Researchers, extension workers, program managers, and community liaisons—you are not just facilitators of change. You are custodians of stories. By collecting and amplifying these stories, we ensure that the voices, dreams, and struggles of our communities are never lost or forgotten.” On the first day, 13 presenters from various MSUN colleges and offices showcased their innovative extension programs. These programs exemplified the university’s commitment to addressing critical community needs through research, education, and direct action. The following awards were given for outstanding program presentations: 𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗡𝗔𝗬: 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗩𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 (Presented by Dr. Blessa Kay F. Caballero // College of Education and Social Sciences) 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗜𝗻𝗽𝘂𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘀 (Presented by Dr. Fiona L. Pedroso // School of Marine and Fisheries Technology) 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗮𝗻: 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗮𝗻 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝟭 – 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗼-𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰, 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹, 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 (Presented by Dr. Nonillon M. Aspe // College of Marine and Allied Sciences) 𝘚𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦: 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗳𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼 (Presented by Dr. Emmylou A. Emperador // CESS) 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗼-𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (Presented by Mr. Stephen Jhon V. Magoncia // College of Business Administration and Accountancy – CBAA) 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘳𝘥 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦: 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗶 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 (Presented by Dr. Wenceslao A. Coronado // CESS) 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝘆-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 (Presented by Ms. Rizza Paz S. Onganiza // CESS) 𝘉𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘗𝘢𝘱𝘦𝘳 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴: 1st Place – Dr. Emmylou A. Emperador 2nd Place – Dr. Fiona L. Pedroso 3rd Place – Mr. Stephen Jhon V. Magoncia Simultaneously, poster presentations were displayed at the NESB, with interactive boards offering a dynamic, sustainable way to engage the audience. The following were recognized for their exemplary contributions to community-based development: 𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦: 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 (Presented by Ms. Raisa Marie H. Bacasnot // SMFT) 𝘚𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦: 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗕𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 (Presented by Dr. Aida D. Perpetua // College of Agriculture, Forestry and Environmental Sciences) 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘳𝘥 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦: 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (Presented by Ms. Russel D. Bañoc // CAFES) 𝘉𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴: 1st Place – Dr. Fernand F. Fagutao 2nd Place – Ms. Dainna Recel S. Pamisa 3rd Place – Dr. Edgar D. Castañares In addition to program presentations, each college’s extension coordinator shared their respective college-based extension services. These initiatives, designed to address local needs, are crucial to MSUN’s goal of fostering positive social change across communities. The Services/Products Expo also featured booths from various MSUN colleges and community partners, showcasing innovative solutions and products. The College of Business Administration and Accountancy (CBAA) emerged as the big winner, receiving the Best Booth and People’s Choice Award, alongside drawing the most visitors. CMAS and SMFT took second and third places, respectively. Pakiglambigit 2024 also served as a platform to strengthen partnerships with local government units (LGUs), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and the Northern Mindanao Consortium for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (NOMCAARRD). These collaborations are central to MSUN’s mission of driving sustainable community development across the region. Overall, Pakiglambigit 2024 stood as a testament to MSUN’s unwavering dedication to community development, research, and collaboration for lasting change. The event successfully highlighted the university’s role as a catalyst for positive transformation, with its stakeholders working hand-in-hand to build resilient and sustainable communities. … The highlight video will be uploaded soon. Article and photos by: Rosefel Iritz Maghuyop // OIPP Rhalf Ryan Gejon // OIPP #ForgingMindsBetterTomorrow #MSUN #Pakiglambigit2024

On November 6-8, 2024, a delegation from Mindanao State University at Naawan, led by Chancellor Dr. Elnor C. Roa, attended the East Asian Seas (EAS) Congress 2024 held at the Xiamen International Conference Center Hotel in Xiamen, China. This year’s event, organized by Partnerships in Environmental Management for the Seas of East Asia (PEMSEA) and was co-hosted by the China’s Ministry of Natural Resources and the Xiamen Municipal Government, was themed “Blue Synergy for a Shared Future: One Sustainable and Resilient Ocean” in collaboration with the annual World Ocean Week. Joining Chancellor Roa were MSUN’s Research Director, Dr. Ruby C. Gonzales, and Extension Director, Prof. Mariefe B. Quiñones. The Congress served as a platform for reviewing and mapping future strategies for the Sustainable Development Strategy for the Seas of East Asia (SDS-SEA). Discussions emphasized collaborative efforts among governments, organizations, and communities to promote sustainable and resilient ocean management. Highlight of their trip was when the delegation participated in the PEMSEA Network of Learning Centers (PNLC) and PEMSEA Network of Local Governments (PNLG) Joint Forum, which included the PNLC General Assembly. MSUN proudly joins the ranks of the PNLC’s 25 members, contributing to regional efforts as one of the four newly inducted institutions. This international gathering showcased the commitment of Mindanao State University at Naawan to advancing sustainable ocean initiatives, bolstering partnerships, and fostering regional collaboration in support of a healthier and more resilient marine environment.

On November 12, 2024, the Crab Hatchery and Tilapia Hatchery buildings were formally turned over to Mindanao State University at Naawan (MSUN) in a ceremony that highlights the university’s commitment to advancing research and innovation in aquaculture. The turn-over event featured the signing of the certificates of acceptance and project completion by key representatives from both the contractors — VNP Construction and Design and AMIGOS Construction — and MSUN officials. Among the signatories were MSUN Chancellor Dr. Elnor C. Roa, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Asst. Prof. Gergie A. Ambato, Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance Ms. Rhoda D. Perpetua, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Services Ms. Arleen B. Uy, Vice Chancellor for Strategic Planning and Initiatives Asst. Prof. Frederick B. Cabactulan, NCARES Director Assoc. Prof. Victor R. Navarro, and Physical Plant Unit Head Engr. Wennie P. Asequia. This milestone event marks the official completion of these state-of-the-art facilities, which will serve as crucial assets for MSUN’s ongoing efforts to promote sustainable aquaculture practices and enhance the university’s research capabilities in marine biology and fisheries sciences. Furthermore, the turn-over ceremony symbolizes the beginning of a new era of opportunity and growth for MSUN, reinforcing its role as a leading institution in the region for academic excellence and environmental stewardship. … Article and photos by: Rosefel Iritz Maghuyop // OIPP #ForgingMindsBetterTomorrow #MSUN

Mindanao State University at Naawan (MSUN), MSUN Foundation for Science and Technology Development, Inc. (MSUNFSTDI), and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Naawan have formalized their commitment to sustainable environmental practices by signing a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the “Grow Talabaan Program Phase 2” at the Office of the Chancellor today, November 12, 2024. This collaboration, titled “Grow Talabaan Program Phase 2: Sustainable Conservation of Natural Resources and Climate Change Impact Mitigation in the Talabaan Watershed through Integrative Watershed Management”, aims to address critical environmental challenges in the Talabaan Watershed area. The MOA was signed by Chancellor Dr. Elnor C. Roa, MSUNFSTDI President Ms. Grace I. Prado, and Naawan Mayor Hon. Dennis L. Roa, with witnesses including Vice Mayor Hon. Allan B. Roa. and Prof. Renoir A. Abrea, MSU-Naawan Vice Chancellor for Research and Extension. The three-year project, running from August 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027, aims to build community resilience and establish sustainable watershed management in Talabaan. This MOA highlights the joint commitment of MSU at Naawan, MSUNFSTDI, and LGU-Naawan to safeguard the Talabaan Watershed, tackle urgent environmental challenges, and build a sustainable future. Backed by local and institutional support, this initiative is poised to enhance watershed resilience and exemplify a collaborative model of environmental stewardship in Misamis Oriental. By fostering an integrative, community-centered approach to conservation, this partnership sets a benchmark for protecting natural resources and mitigating the effects of climate change on the local ecosystem. #ForgingMindsBetterTomorrow #MSUN

On November 6-7, 2024, delegates from Mindanao State University at Naawan, including Dr. Rey Y. Capangpangan, Director for International Affairs and Linkages and Dr. Fernand F. Fagutao and Dr. Fiona L. Pedroso from the School of Marine Fisheries and Technology, attended the 9th National Fisheries Biotechnology Symposium held at Iloilo City. This year’s theme, “Fisheries Biotech: Supporting a Sustainable and Resilient Fisheries Industry for a Food-Secure Philippines,” emphasized the role of biotechnology in advancing the nation’s fisheries industry. Organized by the Department of Agriculture – Fisheries Biotechnology Center, the symposium gathered local and international experts to showcase innovations in biotechnology. Presentations covered areas essential to the fisheries industry, such as enhancing productivity, improving disease management, and developing strategies for environmental protection. Furthermore, the event also focused on the potential of biotechnology to contribute to climate change resilience, food security, and sustainable income opportunities for Filipino fishers. During the event, Dr. Capangpangan delivered a talk on “Sustainable Solutions for Enhanced Production, Disease Management, and Environmental Protection.” His presentation emphasizes the importance of integrating biotechnology in sustainable fisheries practices, highlighting its potential to address industry challenges while safeguarding marine ecosystems. Additionally, the Symposium served as a platform for the MSUN delegation to engage actively in the exchange of knowledge and research on fisheries biotechnology, reaffirming its role in promoting a resilient and sustainable future for the Philippine fisheries industry. … Article by: Darlene Reble // OIPP #ForgingMindsBetterTomorrow #MSUN