SSU - Samar Island GIS and Data Analytics Center

𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗥𝟴 │ Strengthening IPTBM through 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

Samar State University, through the Samar Island GIS and Data Analytics Center (SIGISDAC), implements activities under Project 1: Strengthening the Regional Intellectual Property and Technology Business Management (IPTBM) in Eastern Visayas of the DOST–PCAARRD Regional Agri-Aqua Innovation System Enhancement (RAISE) Program Phase 2.

As part of this initiative, SSU successfully convened Consortium Member Institutions (CMIs) in Eastern Visayas through the Regional IPTBM Coordination and Convergence: IP Policy & Technology Transfer Protocol Review and IP Audit & Inventory Workshop, held on March 19–20 and March 23–24, 2026, at the Naval Function Room, Summit Hotel Tacloban.

The activity brought together ITSO Directors, IPTBM focal persons, and institutional representatives from the following CMIs:

• Samar State University (SSU)
• Visayas State University (VSU)
• Biliran Province State University (BiPSU)
• Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU)
• Southern Leyte State University (SLSU)
• University of Eastern Philippines (UEP)

The activity served as a platform for the review and enhancement of institutional Intellectual Property policies and Technology Transfer protocols, while fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and alignment among CMIs. The workshop featured technical sessions led by Prof. Adrian H. Sablan, Chief of the IP Management and Technology Transfer Division of the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines, and Engr. Aldrex L. Aviso, Intellectual Property Rights Specialist of IPOPHL, covering the IP system, technology transfer, commercialization, and institutional policy development.

Through this initiative, the RAISE Program continues to advance a culture of innovation, strengthen institutional linkages, and support the effective management and commercialization of technologies in Eastern Visayas.

Samar State University, through the Samar Island GIS and Data Analytics Center (SIGISDAC) in collaboration with the Intellectual Property and Technology Business Development Office (IPTBDO), conducted the IP Masterclass and Patent Mining Echo Seminar, at the SSU Main Campus Convention Center.

The activity is implemented under Project 1: Strengthening the Regional Intellectual Property and Technology Business Management (IPTBM) in Eastern Visayas under the RAISE Program Phase 2 of the DOST-PCAARRD.

The seminar gathered faculty members and researchers from the:

• College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
• College of Industrial Technology (CIT)
• College of Education (COED)
• College of Engineering (COENG)
• College of Nursing and Health Sciences (CONHS)
• SSU Mercedes Campus
• SSU Paranas Campus

The IP Masterclass (Echo Seminar) was facilitated by Engr. Nikko Ardel Floretes, covering IP 101: Basics of Intellectual Property (IP) and Prior Art Search Fundamentals. The session introduced participants to the fundamental concepts of intellectual property protection, types of IP, and essential patent search principles.

The Patent Mining (Echo Seminar) was led by Engr. Fernando S. Macabare, III, covering the Foundations of Patent Mining and Patent Analytics, Tools, Classifications, and Search Strategy, followed by a Guided Patent Mining Workshop.

During the workshop session, representatives from the participating departments and campuses presented their respective works and shared their research initiatives as part of the activity.

Through this activity, SSU strengthens its capacity in innovation, intellectual property protection, and technology transfer, building an IP-ready research community.

Warmest birthday greetings to our Director and Project Leader, Engr. Raven C. Tabiongan. We hope you had a wonderful birthday filled with joy and special moments. Wishing you continued happiness, success, and meaningful accomplishments in the year ahead.