Regional Health Research and Development Consortium XI

24/09/2025

shoutout sa mga 3rd/4th year college students diyan na may thesis on natural products from indigenous plants o microorganisms! apply na kayo para makakuha ng Php 75,000 pang research!

check niyo 'to for more info hehehe: bit.ly/2025-2ndCall_NatProdGrant

best regards,
dost-pchrd 💙

23/09/2025

📣📣📣 It's that time of the year!📣📣📣

Come join us on October 1-2, 2025 at Apo View Hotel for the
15TH HEALTH R&D EXPO!🥳🥳

With the theme "From Code to Cure: Advancing Public Health through Genomics, AI-Driven Tools, and Evidence-Based Practice", RHRDC XI, in collaboration with Department of Health Regional Office 11 (DOH XI), proudly presents:

✅Latest trends in diseases and disorder diagnostics
✅Presentation of health -related research studies
✅Launching of RHRDC XI Compendium
✅Mentorship for Big Ticket Projects.

So what are you waiting for?
Register now: https://forms.gle/gfEhv3BZ5JNtDxuW6

For inquiries, email us at rhrdc@region11.dost.gov.ph

See you at the Event!

17/09/2025

🌿 Still need funding for your undergrad thesis? You’re in luck—applications are now open!

If you're doing your undergrad thesis on natural products from plants or microorganisms indigenous to the Philippines, you can get funding support through the DOST-PCHRD Undergraduate Thesis Grant in Natural Products. 💰🧪

✅ Open to all undergrad students of Pharmacy, Chemistry, Nursing, and Health and Allied Sciences
✅ Boost your research with financial support of up to Php 75,000
✅ Be part of a growing community in natural products research

📌 Apply through your Regional Health Research and Development Consortium (RHRDC).

📎 Full guidelines, requirements, and RHRDC directory here: bit.ly/2025-2ndCall_NatProdGrant

Tag a classmate who needs to see this! 👀👇

10/09/2025

📣📣📣CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS📣📣📣

Are you a professional researcher, a faculty member ( of SUCs /HEIS/ Medical Institutions) or someone who holds a permanent position in the government who wants to learn more about collaborative research and securing funding in DOST and its attached agencies?

Well, you're in the right place! 🥳🥳

Come join us this October 1-2, 2025 for a 2-day Research Mentorship Program.

This program is designed to build the capacity of researchers in Region XI by equipping them with the skills to develop and defend collaborative research proposals aimed at securing funding from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and its attached agencies.

📌Program Objectives:
1️⃣Introduce the research funding process in the Philippines—from proposal development to evaluation.
2️⃣Train participants to effectively develop and defend project proposals.
3️⃣Support the creation of collaborative research projects for submission to regional and national funding agencies (e.g., NRCP, PCHRD, PCAARRD, PCIEERD).

So what are you waiting for? 🤔
Register now: https://forms.gle/hRmCajK8JkPFEtkq8 👍👍

🗓Deadline of Submission: September 19, 2025

01/09/2025

📣📣 FREE BASIC RESEARCH ETHICS TRAINING 2025 📣📣

Are you planning on establishing your own research ethics committee?

Do you want to learn more about the national and international ethical standards?

Wait no more

RHRDC XI opens its registration for the upcoming Face-to-Face Basic Research Ethics Training.

🗓 September 16-17, 2025 || Within Davao City

To register: https://forms.gle/UPgpE4RVEbquTFq96

⚠LIMITED SLOTS ONLY
⚠ Registration closes on September 9, 2025

Requirements:
1️⃣Duly anonymous Research Proposal
2️⃣Informed Consent Form of the Proposal

20/08/2025

🎉CONGRATULATIONS! to the representatives from Regional Health Research and Development Consortium XI for bagging the following prizes during the 18th PNHRS Week Celebration last August 13-15, 2025:

🏆Michael G. Bacus of University of the Philippines Mindanao (UPMin)– 2nd Place 3-Minute Pitch to Policymakers Competition

🏆John Marke B. Bernardo of SAN PEDRO COLLEGE – 2nd Place, Research Poster Competition - Professional Category

🏆Blezzie Desales of UPMin - Finalist, Oral Research Competition - Student Category

🏆Theresa May Gempisaw of UPMin – Finalist, Research Poster Competition - Student Category

🏆Charlisze Ayeesha Tapsirul of UPMin – Finalist, PCHRD Undergraduate Thesis Grant

🏆RHRDC XI – 3rd Place, Consortium Poster Competition

This year's competition was hosted by Bicol Consortium for Health Research and Development and DOST PCHRD

11/08/2025

We are hoping you can support R11 by liking or sharing this entry :)

22/07/2025

🌿 JOIN US: Scientific Session organized by Division I on July 23, 2025 (Wednesday), 9:00 AM via Zoom.

🧪 Let’s learn, share, and connect with fellow researchers and enthusiasts!

🔗 Register here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/JAPTM_bQSQOqF_-joTiyhg

See you online!

11/07/2025

10/07/2025

26/06/2025

“HARNESSING HEALTH RESEARCH FOR MULTISECTORAL POLICY ON TOURISM AND PUBLIC HEALTH”

📅 Date: June 27, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Via Zoom

Join us for another engaging and insightful session in the Policy Rx: Prescribing Science for Better Decisions series! Experts will explore the vital role of evidence-based policies, sustainable interventions, and community-driven approaches in creating lasting change.

This webinar will explore how health research and scientific evidence inform local policies that advance both public health and sustainable tourism. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from local experts, connect, and be part of the solution!

What to Expect:
✅ Expert-led Panel Discussion
✅ Evidence-Based Solutions for sustainable impact
✅ Community Participation to drive real change

This webinar is FREE and open to all!

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/PolicyRxSession2

10/06/2025

📣 Calling all health researchers and innovators in Region XI!

Join us for the IP Training on June 20, 2025 at Pinnacle Hotel and Suites, Davao City — a great opportunity to strengthen your knowledge on patents, copyrights, trademarks, and more! 💡

Get to know PCHRD’s technology transfer programs and how your research can turn into real-world impact. 🚀

🪑 Slots are limited and will be given on a first-come, first-served basis!

✅ Register now: https://forms.gle/cji8JZvChhxjD5Rx9

Don’t miss this capacity-building event!