{"id":2303,"date":"2026-05-07T08:38:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T08:38:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/research.jblfmu.edu.ph\/?p=2303"},"modified":"2026-05-07T08:38:46","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T08:38:46","slug":"jblfmu-a-engages-in-benchmarking-with-nisu-on-research-and-extension-best-practices-strengthens-institutional-partnership-through-moa-mou-signing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/research.jblfmu.edu.ph\/?p=2303","title":{"rendered":"JBLFMU-A Engages in Benchmarking with NISU on Research and Extension Best Practices; Strengthens Institutional Partnership Through MOA\/MOU Signing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Estancia, Iloilo, Philippines, April 8, 2026<\/em> \u2014 The John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University (Arevalo), Inc. actively participated in a benchmarking activity hosted by the Northern Iloilo State University focused on best practices in research and extension<\/strong>, reinforcing institutional collaboration through knowledge exchange, innovation, and partnership-building. The activity culminated in the formal signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)<\/strong> between both institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative was spearheaded by Dr. Roderick R. Germo<\/strong>, OIC Research Coordinator of JBLFMU-A, who led and organized the JBLFMU-A delegation throughout the benchmarking engagement. His leadership ensured the smooth coordination of institutional participation and strengthened JBLFMU-A\u2019s commitment to advancing research and extension systems through strategic partnerships.
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Opening Program and Institutional Welcome<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The program formally opened with an invocation, followed by the singing of the Philippine National Anthem and the NISU Hymn. The welcome remarks were delivered by Dr. Larry B. Deysolong<\/strong>, Vice President for Research and Extension of NISU, who introduced the university\u2019s key research and extension officials and emphasized the importance of inter-institutional collaboration in advancing innovation, research productivity, and community engagement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Presentation of JBLFMU-A Delegates and Institutional Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The presentation of JBLFMU-A delegates<\/strong> was delivered by Dr. Brian Gil S. Sarinas<\/strong>, OIC Director for Research and Development and Community Extension Services of JBLFMU, on behalf of Mr. Robert O. Parcia, Administrator<\/strong> of JBLFMU-A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Germo, as the lead organizer of the delegation, ensured the proper coordination and participation of all JBLFMU-A representatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the session, Dr. Sarinas also presented a comprehensive video overview of the JBLFMU system<\/strong>, highlighting the university\u2019s academic programs, maritime training facilities, research initiatives, and extension services. This provided NISU participants with a holistic understanding of JBLFMU-A\u2019s institutional systems and development direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sharing of Best Practices in Research, Innovation, and Extension<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The benchmarking activity featured structured presentations from NISU\u2019s experts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n