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- Written by Junella Pearl D. Molato, Work Immersion Student from St. Mary’s Academy of Palo, Inc.
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As part of its commitment to continuously enhancing the region's health research and development, the Eastern Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium (EVHRDC) recently held an activity for this year's Call for Participatory Action Research (PAR) Proposals. It took place on March 15, 2024 at Generation Bread in Tacloban City. The activity was spearhead by the Research Management Committee and was participated by researchers from EVHRDC’s member state universities and colleges including LNU, SSU, NwSSU, UPTC, SLSU, BiPSU, and EVSU Ormoc.
Dr. Lucia P. Dauz, the consortium director, began the activity formally with her welcome remarks. She highlighted that this is one of the Research Management Committee's (RMC) most important activities, with the aim of generating possible funding, specifically for participatory action research (PAR). She also provided a brief overview of the process for funding and monitoring funded projects until they are completed.
Ms. Jean Gay O. Ragub, EVHRDC Coordinator, explained the rationale of the activity as well as a brief outline of the program. She then urged everyone to engage in the open forum, with the hope that the researchers will submit a capsule proposal following the event.
The presentation started with a discussion of the 2023-2028 Regional Unified Health Research Agenda (RUHRA), headed by Mr. Leonido P. Olobia, RMC Chair. Through consultations with the EVHRDC stakeholders, the consortium has identified priority regional health problems for research, which comprises 22 themes, with each theme having corresponding specific research topics. Mr. Olobia then provided a brief orientation about PAR. He emphasized the significance of PAR in health policy and systems, and that all partner communities, CSOs, POs, GOs, LGUs, and academic or research institutions may be involved in its implementation. He also explained the three elements of PAR, namely: People, Power, and Praxis.
Sr. John Mary P. Fornillos, an RMC member, presented the criteria for the evaluation of capsule proposals. There are eight criteria included, and each criterion is based on a rating system. Proponents of shortlisted capsule proposals will be requested to submit the full-blown version of the proposal..
An overview of ethics in research was presented by Dr. Jane R. Borrinaga, Ethics Review Committee Chair. Her presentation covered the following topics: What ethical clearance is; Why it is necessary; When and how to obtain it, and a short introduction of the EVHRDC-ERC and its functions. Dr. Borrinaga additionally discussed the requirements, timelines, and process for reviewing proposals submitted to the EVHRDC-ERC.
This was followed by another presentation of Dr. Lucia P. Dauz on the administrative aspect of funded research. Included in her presentation are identifying the steps in developing a research timetable and the important items for inclusion in the research budget; creating a Gantt chart; and the process of applying thePCHRD RRF guidelines in developing the budget for their proposed research, which was emphasized among the topics she presented. She also presented sample line-item budgets in which the items in the personal services, MOOE, equipment outlay, and indirect cost were emphasized.
The activity concluded with announcements made by Mr. Jeremy V. Jusay, RMC Secretariat, who stated that the RMC will conduct an evaluation of capsule proposals on April 19 once they are received by April 15, the deadline for submission. Researchers with shortlisted proposals will be invited to attend a PAR training in April. Following that is a Research Proposal Enhancement Workshop (RPEW) for the researchers to complete and finalize their full-blown proposals.
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Calling all researchers in health!
The Eastern Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium (EVHRDC) is now accepting capsule proposals that are in line with the 2023-2028 Unified Health Research Agenda (RUHRA) (click here) and must have the Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach - a study collaboration between the researcher and his partner communities in the knowledge production and development of interventions, programs, and strategies for social change.
WHO CAN SUBMIT A CAPSULE RESEARCH PROPOSAL?
The Call for Proposals is open to all researchers affiliated with an EVHRDC member institution. The project leader:
- Must have a good track record;
- Must be a Filipino who is based in Eastern Visayas;
- Must not have an on-going research funded through EVHRDC as a project leader,
- Must be open to collaboration with researchers from the same and other member institutions; and
- Must be open to collaboration with people from the communities.
Note: The research locale must be within Eastern Visayas
HOW TO SUBMIT A CAPSULE RESEARCH PROPOSAL
1) Complete the PCHRD Capsule Research Proposal Form (click here).
2) Submit the accomplished form via:
a) Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the subject EVHRDC Capsule Proposal_<Full Name> (Name of Institution)
e.g. EVHRDC Capsule Proposal_ Juan de la Cruz (DOST 8)
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b) In-person or courier. Provide seven (7) copies of the proposal and place them inside a sealed brown envelope and address it to:
DR. LUCIA P. DAUZ
SRS II and EVHRDC Director
Department of Science and Technology 8
Government Center, Candahug, Palo, Leyte
0916-601-3078
The deadline for the submission of the proposals is on April 15, 2024, at 5:00 PM.
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- Written by Mary Grace P. Tariao, DOST VIII, Project Technical Assistant III
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The Eastern Visayas Health and Research Development Consortium (EVHRDC) conducted its 1st Quarter Executive Committee and Committee Chairs Meeting on January 8, 2024, at Hotel Alejandro, Tacloban City where it was attended by the Regional Director of the Department of Science and Technology Region VIII, Engr. Ernesto M. Granada.
Aside from the presence of the EVHRDC Secretariat with its Consortium Director and Coordinator, Dr. Lucia P. Dauz and Jean Gay O. Ragub, respectively, the committees have also been well-represented. The Regional Director of National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Region VIII, and Executive Committee member, Meylene C. Rosales has temporarily presided over the meeting wherein the agenda being highlighted is the approval of the CY 2024 Work and Financial Plan (WFP), and the presentation of the created Philippine National Health Research (PNHRS) Survey Tool for easy consolidation of its data.
Moreover, as part of the program, the EVHRDC hosted a tribute to its Co-chairperson, Engr. Ernesto M. Granada's retirement from DOST VIII takes effect on January 15, 2024. Each member expressed their gratitude and well-wishes to RD Granada in person and on recorded videos. The EVHRDC EXECOM Chairperson and Department of Health (DOH) Region VIII Director Dr. Exuperia B. Sabalberino gave her message thru video recording while those who gave their messages in person were the acting presiding officer herself, Meylene C. Rosales first which was followed by then VSU President, Edgardo E. Tulin, wherein like everyone in the room, they both congratulated him for now having more time to travel, sleep, read, and focus more on his health and family. They have also given him tokens which made him known as someone fond of reading.
RD Granada is known for his calm and applauding accomplishments with all his various projects as the Regional Director of DOST 8 for about four (4) years. His involvement in EVHRDC started when he was still the DOST8 ARD for Technical Operations and was designated as a member of the Ethics Review Committee (ERC) of the consortium from 2015 until 2017.
In 2017, RD Granada was appointed by the EVHRDC EXECOM as the Consortium Director until his appointment as Director IV and DOST-8 Regional Director on March 9, 2020, on which date he also assumed as the EVHRDC Co-Chairperson. His former staff at the Office of the Regional Director, Jean Gay O. Ragub, who is now the coordinator of the EVHRDC, has highlighted her approach to work as something she has emulated from RD Granada who has been accordingly a meticulous and hard-working leader.
RD Granada has also expressed his gratitude to everyone for hosting a tribute for him. He shared how he has supposedly been retiring as early as September 2023 due to health issues but has extended after the gradual improvement in health conditions and work demands, making him reach the month of his official retirement date instead.
The DOST 8 Assistant Regional Director for Technical Operations, Ms. Marilyn O. Radam, and Supervising Science Research Specialist, Dr. Ramil T. Uy also attended the said meeting. Their presence gave room for RD Granada to announce the changes in DOST VIII administration following the Special Order No. 005, series of 2024 released by the office designating ARD-TO, Marilyn O. Radam as the DOST VIII OIC Regional Director for the period January 15, 2024 to March 15, 2024. Afterward, the Assistant Regional Director for Finance Administrative Section (ARD-FAS), Dr. Rufino E. Mengote will take over the position for the period of March 16, 2024, to May 15, 2024, and after his term, Dr. John Glenn D. Ocaña, the Provincial Science and Technology Director (PSTD) in the Province of Leyte will then take his turn as the OIC Regional Director from May 16, 2024, to July 15, 2024.
The “big bang” event for the year 2024 ended with a congratulatory toast for the successful conduct of the meeting, and the mandatory retirement from government service of RD Granada.
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A two-day internal training program on current ICT trends and technologies, such as network monitoring, VPN (virtual private network), and pfSense Firewall for information system security, is offered by DOST - STII.
Department of Science and Technology - Management Information System Unit conducted the "Training on Information System Security and Preventive Maintenance of ICT Equipment" training and invited resource persons from the Department of Science and Technology - Science and Technology Information Institute (DOST - STII). Mr. Alfon Narquita and Mr. Mark Jayson Sison addressed the topic of Securing Networks with pfSense and OpenVPN: Enhancing Connectivity and Privacy in DOST Regional Office VIII.
During the training, Mr. Alfon Narquita provided participants with a demonstration of how to install pfSense — a powerful and user-friendly program that makes networks safer. This program includes firewalls and virtual private networks (VPNs) for homes, businesses, government organizations, and educational institutions.
Additionally, Mr. Mark Jayson Sison gave a brief introduction to OpenVPN — a tool for establishing a secure connection via an unsecured communication channel, such as the public Internet, between a computer and a network or between two networks. Lastly, Mr. Mark Jayson gave the participants instructions on installing OpenVPN and explained how using the program would help them.
Engr. Florentino L. Quiñones, the director of DOST - Management Information System, gave his closing remarks and identified his key takeaways. It is anticipated that the lessons learned will be put to use to guarantee greater network security of the DOST Regional Office and Provincial Science and Technology Offices of Region VIII.
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- Written by Sherrie Ann Cananua-Labid, Samar State University, Research Utilization Committee
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The project "FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH ADVERSE PREGNANCY OUTCOMES AMONG DELIVERIES IN HEALTHCARE FACILITIES IN SAMAR" has achieved significant milestones in its implementation, signifying a promising advancement in understanding and addressing adverse pregnancy outcomes in the province. With the finalization of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Province of Samar and the participating hospitals- Samar Provincial Hospital, Basey District Hospital, and Calbayog District Hospital, along with orientations and data-gathering efforts, the project is making remarkable progress toward its objectives.
On November 30, 2023, the MOA was successfully concluded between Samar State University (SSU), the Province of Samar, and three key healthcare facilities: Samar Provincial Hospital (SPH), Calbayog District Hospital (CDH), and Basey District Hospital (BDH). This collaborative agreement solidifies the commitment of all parties involved in supporting the research project and facilitating access to vital data and resources.
To ensure the seamless execution of the project, successive orientations were conducted for the research enumerators and research field supervisors. These sessions equipped the team members with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively gather accurate data while upholding ethical guidelines and ensuring participants' privacy and confidentiality.
The diligent efforts of the research team have yielded significant results, as data gathering for the SPH was ongoing and shall be done within four months. This extensive data collection period will provide valuable insights into the factors associated with pregnancy outcomes in the hospital setting within the province. The initial data obtained from the said hospital is undergoing a thorough review to ensure its accuracy and completeness. The research team carefully examines the gathered information to uncover essential insights into the factors associated with pregnancy outcomes in the hospital setting.
Simultaneously, data gathering at BDH has also commenced. This data collection phase will contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing adverse pregnancy outcomes across different healthcare facilities in Samar.
This Php 622,250 project funded by EVHRDC and SSU is a collaborative endeavor aimed at improving maternal and fetal health outcomes in the Province. By identifying and analyzing the factors contributing to adverse pregnancy outcomes, the research team strives to develop evidence-based interventions and policies that will drive positive changes in healthcare practices.
The research team, led by Dr. Sherrie Ann Cananua-Labid, holds the position of the Executive Director for Research at SSU and serves as the concurrent Chair of the EVHRDC’s Research Utilization Committee. Comprising the team are members: Dr. Sheriah Laine de Paz-Silava, an Associate Professor from the College of Public Health, UP-Manila, and Dr. Leodoro J. Labrague, a Clinical Assistant Professor at Loyola University Chicago. Notably, both de Paz-Silava and Labrague previously resided in the Province of Samar for an extensive period before relocating to other places.
