Today, 14 research proposals were presented during the CSU 2025 Research In-House Review, held on September 29, 2025, with the three panel of evaluators: Dr. Teng A. Alim, CSU VP for Research, Extension, Development & Resource Generation; Dr. Farida Silvero, Professor I; and Dr. Jill D. Villanueva, Director for Research and Development, both from Cotabato Foundation College of Science and Technology (CFCST).

The presentations showcased a diverse range of topics, including innovative teaching strategies, technology integration, community development, and environmental conservation.

The notable research proposals presented include:

1. Innovative Strategies and Student's Holistic Development of State Universities and Colleges in Cotabato City
   by Dr. Sema G. Dilna and Dr. Armia K. Dilna

2. Deep Learning-Based Licensed Plate Recognition and Logging System for Campus Vehicle Access Control
   by Dr. Johaira U. Lidasan, Dr. Teng A. Alim, Rayyan S. Alim, Al-Shuaib Ali, Zhahara Adam & Nestor Dandang

3. Level of Arabic Language Literacy Among Muslim Youth in Pagalungan, Maguindanao del Sur: Basis for a Community Extension Program
   by Dr. Saudi B. Abubakar, Baidido S. Abubakar, Omra Sabel & Bainorhata P. Solaiman

4. Community Participation in Local Governance for Peace Building in the Municipality of Ligawasan, SGA BARMM
   by Dr. Saudi B. Abubakar & Baidido S. Abubakar

5. Developing and Validating a Place-Based Education Module on Biodiversity
   by Dr. Zandra C. Amino

6. University Library Resources and Services: Its Relation to Faculty Instructional Performance
   by Baidido S. Abubakar, Meriam B. Ampatuan, Saudi B. Abubakar & Norjannah A. Sula

7. Collection Development Policies in Academic Libraries: Aligning Resources with Changing User Needs
   by Baidido S. Abubakar, Meriam M. Ampatuan, Saudi B. Abubakar & Norjannah A. Sula

8. Strengthening Grammatical Competence: The Four-Pronged Approach to Subject-Verb Agreement in Tertiary Instruction
   by Arlie Joy Bones & Dr. Zahra P. Luyugen

9. Challenges and Suggested Solutions of the English Teachers on Students’ Productive Skills in the Digital Era
   by Bai Aldesa L. Kalis

10. Research Competency Among Elementary School Teachers: An Evaluative Assessment for School-Based Action Research (SBAR)
    by Dr. Sarah A. Bansuan

11. Enhancing an Existing University E-Voting System Through Blockchain Integration for Improved Security and Transparency
    by Nestor Dandang, Dr. Johaira U. Lidasan, Alshuaib Ali, Zhahara Adam & Rayyan S. Alim

12. Development and Validation of Practical Research Methods and Designs Workbook for Graduate Programs
    by Dr. Saidamin P. Bagolong, Dr. Ainonnacirin A. Abdulgani, Dr. Radzata A. Abdulgani & Dr. Mhd. Faheem M. Aliuden

13. Transformative Field Immersion and Teacher Readiness: A Structural Equation Modeling Approach
    by Dr. Maripaz C. Abas & Dr. Ombra A. Imam

14. Livelihood Assets, Resilience, and Adaptation Strategies of Women in Aquaculture
    by Dr. Norkaina Samama

The event was graced by esteemed Deans from various colleges, including Dr. Alma S. Kato, Dr. Arbaya H. Boquia, Dr. Abdulwahid Hashim, Dean Farida Dimalen, and Dr. Marwisa Salam.

Also in attendance were Dr. Ma. Rhodora Jovellano, Dr. Marilyn Billones, Dr. Jose Arnold Alfarez, Dr. Menchu Estares, Abduljabbar S. Guiamalon, and Ayeesha Lydia S. Guiamalon.

The activity was facilitated by the Office of Research and Publication (ORP) administrative staff: Dr. Fatima Norshahaida Dalamban, Braheem Guiamalon, Asheeya Lydia S. Guiamalon, and Instructor Bainorhata P. Solaiman, in cooperation with the Research Unit Heads and Coordinators, namely Dr. Rodnie Ligaray, Dr. Chelo Bunao, Dr. Jemalyn Ututalum, Aprof. Sarip Tarita Ali, Aprof. Rhanest Tilendo, Aprof. Paidza Hamid, Dr. Pembain Solaiman, and Instructor Baina Saway.

Dr. Rafeeq Alim served as the Master of Ceremony, ensuring a smooth and productive event.

Kudos to all the researchers for their outstanding work!