Cebu Technological University’s key officials, faculty researchers, and research development officials from various campuses convened for the “On-boarding of RD Officials and Research Management Planning and Capability Building Using the Futures Thinking Framework Toward Regional Development,” facilitated by the Office of the Vice President for Research and Development.
Led by Dr. Adrian P. Ybaรฑez, VP for Research and Development, this gathering centered on orientation on the University and RD processes and the functions of the RD officials, orientation of select OVPRD functions and services, launching of the Technology Business Development and Incubation unit, research ethics, orientation on the R&D Manual, ATBI Manual, IP Policy, Technology Transfer Protocol, and awarding of WURI entries, among other matters.
Dr. Ybaรฑez has also defined impactful research as studies that influence academic and public policy, drive societal benefits, advance knowledge, and reflect SDG-aligned funding priorities.
This gathering aims to familiarize CTU RD officials with their functions, understand administrative processes in the research development operations of the university, foster innovative and impactful research projects, foster inter-institutional partnerships, and international recognition, among others.




