UPLB Office of the Vice Chancellor for Innovation and Enterprise Management

24/09/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗼!

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Innovation and Enterprise Management (OVCIEM) warmly congratulates Dr. Jose V. Camacho, Jr. on his reappointment as UPLB Chancellor for a third term.

Appointed during the 1412th meeting of the UP Board of Regents on 24 September 2026, Chancellor Camacho will serve another three-year term from 2026 to 2029, marking the first time in UPLB history that a Chancellor will serve a third term.

OVCIEM remains committed to supporting the Chancellor’s leadership in advancing innovation, enterprise development, and partnerships toward UPLB’s continued growth and impact.

𝘔𝘢𝘣𝘶𝘩𝘢𝘺, 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘳 𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘰! 𝘗𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘭𝘰𝘺 𝘱𝘰 𝘬𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘬𝘢𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘺 𝘴𝘢 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘴𝘶𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘨 𝘜𝘗𝘓𝘉 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘢 𝘴𝘢 𝘣𝘢𝘺𝘢𝘯.

02/09/2026

𝗢𝗩𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗠 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲

UPLB OVCIEM is pleased to announce the launch of its official website, providing the UPLB community, partners, and stakeholders with a dedicated platform to learn more about the Office, its programs and initiatives, and opportunities for collaboration.

Visit the OVCIEM website to discover more about the Office and its work in advancing innovation, enterprise development, technology transfer, and land grant development at UPLB. Stay tuned to the website for updates, upcoming activities, new initiatives, and opportunities to connect and collaborate with OVCIEM.

Welcome to the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Innovation and Enterprise Management (OVCIEM) of the University of the Philippines Los Baños. We are committed to advancing innovation, technology transfer, entrepreneurship, and enterprise management to strengthen UPLB’s instruction, research, and...

19/08/2026

18 August 2026 Article by: Alphecca A. Arriesgado For social enterprises, success is not measured solely by upscaling, but also by the value and impact they create for the communities they serve.  This was among the key messages that emerged during the Meet and Greet event with social enterprise mi...

17/08/2026

UPLB will hold the Innovation Week 2026 on 23-25 September 2026 at the UPLB Science and Technology (S&T) Park. With the theme: “Harvesting Horizons: Philippine Innovation for Climate-Resilient and Inclusive Agri-Food Systems," the three-day event will bring together key stakeholders from the innovation ecosystem to connect ideas, technologies, and opportunities toward a more resilient and inclusive agri-food sector.

Expect a dynamic lineup of activities:
🌱 Farmer-Focused Capacity-Building Programs
🤝 Industry Dialogues
💡 Youth Innovation Activities
🚀 Hackathon and Pitching Sessions
🔬 Technology Exhibitions

More than showcasing innovations, Innovation Week 2026 aims to move ideas forward by strengthening pathways for technology adoption, commercialization, investment, and community use.

Join us in bridging research to enterprise, innovation to opportunity, and technology to impact.

🔗 Register and see more of the event here:
https://sites.google.com/up.edu.ph/innovation-week-2026/

Be part of the conversation. Be part of the journey toward a more resilient and inclusive agri-food future.

11/08/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀

OVCIEM welcomed 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗡𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗡. 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗰𝗵𝗶, 𝗣𝗵.𝗗., and 𝗠𝗿. 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗘. 𝗟𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘀 from the 𝗧𝗼𝗸𝘆𝗼 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 (𝗧𝗼𝗸𝘆𝗼 𝗡𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗜) during their courtesy visit to UPLB to discuss preparations for the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 (𝗜𝗦𝗦), which will be hosted by UPLB. The visit provided an opportunity to strengthen coordination and explore ways to ensure a meaningful and successful ISS 2027.

UPLB looks forward to working closely with Tokyo NODAI and other partner institutions in bringing the 26th International Students Summit to UPLB and fostering continued international collaboration among students and universities in food, agriculture, and environmental sustainability.

11/08/2026

Welcoming a new member of the team!

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Innovation and Enterprise Management (OVCIEM) warmly welcomes Aaron B. Jimenez, who formally took his oath of office as Administrative Assistant V.

We look forward to the contributions and fresh energy you’ll bring to the OVCIEM team!

31/07/2026

The UPLB Office of the Vice Chancellor for Innovation and Enterprise Management joins our community in celebrating the opening of the revitalized Makiling Botanical Garden!

Looking for a vibrant destination that offers nature, leisure, and recreation activities for your family, friends, and groups? Enjoy the options!

𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗼𝗼𝗹 ranging from 4ft - 10ft, it is designed for both recreational and lap swimming
𝗖𝗮𝗳é – savor your hot and cold drinks in an inspiring ambiance
𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 & 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻– Fun activities and adventures for both children and adults
𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘀 & 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 – Perfect for strolling, picnics, wedding receptions, and photography
𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 & 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 – witness the stunning flora and fauna, or take a leisurely beginner's hike at the foot of Mt. Makiling

Visit and rediscover the 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻!

𝙈𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝙤𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙂𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙣, 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨 𝙇𝙤𝙨 𝘽𝙖ñ𝙤𝙨

31/07/2026

29/07/2026

The UPLB Office of the Vice Chancellor for Innovation and Enterprise Management (OVCIEM) recently presented the UPLB Entrepreneurial University Framework (EUF) and Branding and Packaging Guidelines to the UP System RCWIC and UP Constituent University Vice Chancellors on 28 July 2026.

VC Haerold Dean Layaoen and BAO Director Eugene Crudo highlighted UPLB’s efforts to foster an entrepreneurial ecosystem that connects innovation, research, enterprise, and public service.

The EUF was highly appreciated by the UP OVPRI and CU Vice Chancellors, who expressed interest in returning to UPLB to benchmark its best practices, particularly the Technology Hub and One-Stop Shop – One Town One Product (THOSS-OTOP) model.💡

29/07/2026

𝐔𝐏𝐋𝐁 𝐎𝐕𝐂𝐈𝐄𝐌 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐂𝐖𝐈𝐂 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐈𝐑𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐎 𝐂𝐚𝐟é

The UPLB Office of the Vice Chancellor for Innovation and Enterprise Management (OVCIEM) welcomed the UP System Research, Creative Work, and Innovation Council (RCWIC) to Elbi CIRCULO Café on 28 July 2026 for an engaging exchange on circular economy, innovation, and sustainable enterprise.

VC Haerold Layaoen introduced the principles of the circular economy behind CIRCULO Café. Director Salces and Dean Angeles, represented by CAFS Admin Officers Ms. Latayan and Ms. Tumangan, then expounded on the café’s history, concept, and operations, as well as its innovations and the innovative food products developed and sold at the café.

The visit brought together UP research and innovation leaders, including VP Joel Marciano, AVPs Val Almoro and Dave Centeno, Director Louie Sison, VC Nel Bantayan, VC Carl Odulio, VC Mimi Yap, Ma’am Myra Oruga, Ma’am Daisy Romeo, Ma’am Zoe Mallonga, VC Les Dalmacio, Dr. Marilou Montiflor, and Dr. Mai Peñalba.