13/08/2026
19th PNHRS Week | Day 1 and 2 Highlights
Two days of meaningful discussions, inspiring presentations, and research excellence marked the 19th Philippine National Health Research System (PNHRS) Week Celebration held at Carpenter Hill, Koronadal City, South Cotabato.
Participants from 17 regions across the Philippines were officially welcomed to the 19th PNHRS Week Celebration by Engr. Sammy P. Malawan, Regional Director of DOST Regional Office No. XII and Chair of HRDC XII, and Hon. Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Governor of South Cotabato, through their welcome and opening remarks.
During the program, USEC Leah J. Buendia presented the PNHRS Report, followed by a series of messages from the implementing institutions, CHED, UP Manila, and the Department of Health. The opening ceremonies culminated with the Keynote Address delivered by Dr. Renato U. Solidum, Jr., Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology.
The afternoon session featured Plenary Session I, highlighting diverse perspectives in health research. Discussions covered Genomics and Forensics โ Ethnicity Perspective by Dr. Maria Corazon A. De Ungria; Traditional and Complementary Medicine and Policy-Integration Perspective by Dr. Ma. Theresa C. Inigo; and Nursology, Caring Science, and Health Anthropology Perspective by Dr. Rudolf Cymorr Kirby Y. Martinez (Baylan Haraya).
During Day 2, representatives from Region 6 participated in a series of competitions, including the Oral Research Presentation โ Professional Category, 3-Minute Pitch to Policymakers, Research Poster โ Professional Category, and Research Poster โ Student Category.
Their participation showcased the depth, diversity, and relevance of health research being conducted in Western Visayas, translating evidence and innovation into meaningful contributions to national health.
