02/10/2026
𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: Our hardworking 1st District Representative and Chairperson of Committee on Science and Technology, Congressman Jesus “Papa Jess” Marquez, attended the Research, Development, and Innovation Consortia Conference: Consortia for Regional Excellence (CORE) under the 2026 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) in Western Visayas, today, at the Grande Royale Restaurant, Marzon Hotel, Kalibo, Aklan, October 2.
The conference, themed "Turning Knowledge into Action: Linking R&D Outputs with Regional Users and Partners," focused on translating research into practical solutions and strengthening linkages with regional users and partners to address pressing development challenges.
The event featured opening remarks and messages from prominent leaders and officials, including Dr. Jeffrey A. Clarin, SUC President III of Aklan State University, who delivered the Welcome Message, and Dr. Renato U. Solidum, Jr., Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology, who delivered a message. Following an introduction by Ms. Dyna Rose R. Gubatanga, Provincial Science and Technology Director for DOST Aklan, Congressman Marquez served as the Keynote Speaker, delivering an inspiring Keynote Message on the critical role of science, technology, research, and innovation in advancing regional development.
The program also included an overview and rationale of the activity presented by Dr. Alice Joan G. Ferrer, Executive Director of the Western Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium, followed by Plenary Session 1 focusing on translating health research into solutions.
As Chairman of the Committee on Science and Technology, Papa Jess reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to support initiatives that further advance scientific research, technological innovation, and regional growth for the betterment of the community and the nation.
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