Republic of the Philippines

DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

DOST Regional Office No.02

3rd ANNUAL HEALTH RESEARCH CONFERENCE

Isabela State University, Cauayan Campus
Cauayan City, Isabela
November 20-24, 2017

CALL FOR PAPERS

Poster Exhibit and Oral Presentation

(Professional and Student Category)

Theme: Capacitating Health Researchers Towards Effective Writing and

Publication

The Department of Science & Technology Region 02 supports the conduct of the 3rd
Annual Health Research Conference with this years theme, Capacitating
Health Researchers Towards Effective Writing and Publication which will be
hosted by the Cagayan Valley Health Research and Development Consortium
(CVHRDC) on November 20-24, 2017 at Isabela State University, Cauayan City,
Isabela. The goal of the conference is to promote the advancement of knowledge
and encourage the continuing education of researchers/students/teachers in
research and innovation in health that will empower and transform communities in
the region.

Health Researchers are invited to submit research studies/papers for presentation in

the forum. Topic of interest is on the following:

Area 1: Infectious and Communicable Diseases

Area 2: Emergency Response, Disaster Risk Reduction Management for
Health and Climate Change Adaptation
Area 3: Maternal and Child Health
Area 4: Non-communicable Diseases
Area 5: Drug Discovery and Development
Area 6: Health Governance and Management
Area 7: Health Financing
Area 8: Sexual and Reproductive Health
Area 9: Health Technology Development and Innovation
Area 10: Traditional, Alternative and Complementary Medicine
Area 11: Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods

Postal Address : #2 Dalan na Paccorofun, Corner Matunung St.,

Tel. Nos. (078) 396-0763, 304-3426 ,396-0546 Fax No.: (078) 304-8654
Regional Government Center,
URL: http://region2.dost.gov.ph
Carig Sur, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
e-mail Address: dost02.ord@gmail.com
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DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
DOST Regional Office No.02 Eligibility

For the Professional Category:

Research paper from the CVHRDC member-institution and funded by the PNHRS
(PCHRD-DOST; DOH; CHED and UP Manila) or from member-institutions of RHRDCs
and/or other local and international funding institutions

completed research project within the last 3 years, but not featured in the previous
CVHRDC fora

For the Student Category:

undergraduate thesis done within the last 2 years but not featured in the previous
CVHRDC fora

research entries from institutions within or outside the consortium

Documentary Requirements:

Research presentation- One (1) hard and electronic copy of the research paper. It should
be presented just like a manuscript for journal submission.

Poster exhibit- One (1) hard and electronic copy of abstract

Applicable research authorization/clearance/permit

For studies which involved humans
Ethics clearance
National Commission on Indigenous People (NCIP) permit
For studies which used biological materials where genetic manipulation is involved or
introduction of exotic or imported plants, microorganisms or animals
Biosafety clearance
For studies conducted on animals
Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) authorization
For studies which covered the protected areas of the Department of Environment and
Natural Resources (DENR)
Gratuitous Permit

Deadline for submission of abstracts is November 8, 2017

Notice of acceptance will be sent out on or before November 10, 2017.

The qualified research projects will be selected based on the following set of criteria:
Provides solution to priority health problems identified in the RUHRA
Technical soundness
Research results provided new ideas/knowledge leading to health policies and
action
The output, outcome and the impact of the study have relevant contribution to
society and economy

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Postal Address : #2 Dalan na Paccorofun, Corner Matunung St.,
Tel. Nos. (078) 396-0763, 304-3426 ,396-0546 Fax No.: (078) 304-8654
Regional Government Center,
URL: http://region2.dost.gov.ph
Carig Sur, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
e-mail Address: dost02.ord@gmail.com
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DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
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contact:
Ms. Clyde Beth B. Caraang
Phone: 09214103469/09264990796
Email: rcvhrdc@yahoo.com/cbab85@yahoo.com

MECHANICS FOR THE ORAL RESEARCH PAPER PRESENTATION

There will be a plenary session for the presentation of the qualified research projects
during the PNHRS Week celebration
The time allotted to present the research project is fifteen (15) minutes only
The format of presentation are as follows:
In PowerPoint presentation with maximum of 10 slides which contains the
following: (1) Project Description, (2) Objectives of the Project, (3) Methodology,
(4) Results, (5) Conclusion, and (6) Recommendation
Font Style: Black Arial Font, Font Size-20
The principal investigator MUST be the presenter during the contest proper
There will be a 10-minute question and answer session after each presentation-- one
question each will come from the three (3) judges and one (1) question from the
audience
The criteria for judging will include the following:

Criteria %
TECHNICAL 70
Originality of idea and appropriateness of methodology 20
-Potential for the creation of new or advancement of knowledge and evidence of 15
benefits to the area of covered research
-Quality of technical paper (quality of submitted technical report including 15
abstract)
-The anticipated outputs, outcomes and impacts of the proposed research, 20
including potential contribution to economy and social benefits
ACTUAL PAPER PRESENTATION 30
-Presentation (over-all impact on the audience, concise reporting within given 10
time-frame)
-Format presentation (clear description of research; follow given format) 10
-Researchers salesmanship (knowledge on the project, communication skill) 10
Grand Total 100

MECHANICS FOR THE POSTER EXHIBIT CONTEST

The principal investigator MUST be the presenter
Content
The poster should include the name of researchers and institution
Postal Address : #2 Dalan na Paccorofun, Corner Matunung St.,
Tel. Nos. (078) 396-0763, 304-3426 ,396-0546 Fax No.: (078) 304-8654
Regional Government Center,
URL: http://region2.dost.gov.ph
Carig Sur, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
e-mail Address: dost02.ord@gmail.com
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a brief description of the research in laymans language
It should cite reasons why such project was developed or why the study
was conducted; the studys potential benefits in terms of its impact on
health and quality of life, science or technology contributions or socio-economic benefits
The poster may exhibit the highlight of the study in picture or colored presentation (not
smaller than 16x 20)

Form
One poster panel will be allowed per entry
Poster size should be 2ft width by 4ft height
Use of tarpaulin is recommended

Mounting Materials
Participants are expected to bring their own adhesives and other mounting materials to
ensure that the posters stay in place during the duration of the exhibit

Criteria for Judging

Criteria %
TECHNICAL 70
S&T Impact on Health/Quality of Life
-Provides new, knowledge, information, technologies, methods, processes 10
and/or products for prevention, detection, treatment and control of health
problems and rehabilitation of victims
-Provides long term solution to the priority health problems of regional and 10
national importance
-Improves quality of services directed to specific population groups such as 10
those undeserved of least served sectors
-Serves as catalyst for other investigators 10
Socio-economic Benefits
-Results to savings, e.g. reduced healthcare cost and maximizes 10
allocation/utilization of health resources
-Encourages multi-sectoral collaboration 15
-Research products has potential for commercialization 5
POSTER PRESENTATION 30
-Message delivery (understandability, use of simple/laymans language, public 10
appeal, overall impact on the reader)
-Color, design and style (creativity, attractiveness) 10
-Proponents salesmanship (product knowledge, communication skill) 10
Grand Total 100

Postal Address : #2 Dalan na Paccorofun, Corner Matunung St.,

Tel. Nos. (078) 396-0763, 304-3426 ,396-0546 Fax No.: (078) 304-8654
Regional Government Center,
URL: http://region2.dost.gov.ph
Carig Sur, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
e-mail Address: dost02.ord@gmail.com