Dr. Gene T. Seneris of the College of Agriculture, Forestry and Environmental Sciences (CAFES), Aklan State University, proudly secured 2nd Place \u2013 Best Scientific Poster at the 2026 Visayas Regional Scientific Meeting (RSM) held in Tacloban City, Leyte.
\nHis awarded research entitled \u201cSingle-Fiber Tensile Strength Analysis of Locally Grown Abaca (Musa textilis N\u00e9e) Cultivars in Aklan, Philippines\u201d was co-authored by Gene T. Seneris, Franz Marielle N. Garcia, Rosemarie T. Tapic, Ariel G. Mactal, Fernan T. Fiegalan, Anna Maria Lourdes S. Latonio
\nThe Scientific Poster Competition gathered outstanding research entries from the Visayas Clusters (Regions VI, V, VIII, and NIR). From Region VI, only the Top 3 papers were selected for the final competition\u2014two of which were proudly represented by Aklan State University, showcasing its strong research excellence:
\n1. Biodegradable Sago (Metroxylon spp.)-Based Superabsorbent Polymer for Moisture Retention in Microgreens
\nAuthors: Eva R. Orlina, Gene T. Seneris, Kathleen C. Capi\u00f1a, Al Christian M. Bautista, Carmela O. Tulio, Aries Jude G. Repiano
\n2. Single-Fiber Tensile Strength Analysis of Locally Grown Abaca (Musa textilis N\u00e9e) Cultivars in Aklan, Philippines
\nAuthors: Gene T. Seneris, Franz Marielle N. Garcia, Rosemarie T. Tapic, Ariel G. Mactal, Fernan T. Fiegalan, Anna Maria Lourdes S. Latonio
\nThis prestigious event was organized by the National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL) in partnership with the DOST Visayas Cluster, with the theme: \u201cUN SDGs: Science, Technology, and Innovation for Sustainable Development.\u201d
\nThe conference served as a platform for scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders to share innovations aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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