Research Repository

Talk the Talk: Determining How Effective Communication Can Make or Break Leaders in Samar

This study examined the communicative competence of Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials and Sangguniang Barangay (SB) Officials in Samar, focusing on linguistic, sociolinguistic, discourse, and strategic competence. Using a descriptive qualitative …

Identifying Plants for Priority Conservation in Samar Island Natural Park Forests (the Philippines) Over Limestone Using a Localized Conservation Priority Index

The escalating degradation of ecosystems and the consequent reduction in critical services essential for human communities are global concerns. This study aimed to identify top-priority plants for conservation using a …

Governing Healthcare Access Under Universal Health Care in a Decentralized Rural Health System

Decentralization remains a major strategy in implementing Universal Health Care (UHC) in the Philippines; however, variations in local governance capacity may influence healthcare access and financial protection across communities. This …

DEVELOPMENT OF A LEGISLATIVE MANAGEMENT AND E-SESSION SYSTEM FOR THE SANGGUNIANG BAYAN OF LGU MOTIONG, SAMAR

This study presents the development of a Legislative Management and E-Session System for the Sangguniang Bayan of LGU Motiong, Samar, aimed at enhancing the efficiency, transparency, and accessibility of local …

Integration of CNN Model to Analyze UAV-based Collected Data in Agricultural Land Surveillance

This study explored the integration of convolutional neural network (CNN) models in analyzing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)-collected data for agricultural land surveillance. UAV technology has become widely used in agriculture …

GIS Mapping of Bamboo Resources in Sta. Rita and Matuguinao, Samar with RF Algorithm and Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) – Phase 2

This research mapped bamboo resources in selected areas of Sta. Rita and Matuguinao, Samar to estimate bamboo area, determine species composition, and support sustainable resource planning. The study integrated Geographic …

Exploring Machine Learning Algorithms for Predicting Infectious Diseases

This study explored the application of machine learning algorithms in predicting infectious diseases using epidemiological data from Catbalogan City. The research analyzed datasets on diseases such as influenza, dengue, and …

Bridging Knowledge Gaps Through Community Education on Riparian Ecosystem Conservation

Riparian ecosystems are critical ecological zones that support biodiversity, regulate water quality, and provide essential ecosystem services such as flood control, nutrient cycling, and erosion prevention. However, these ecosystems are …

Knowledge & Utilization of the Department of Health Approved Herbal Plants in Barangay Bunuanan, Catbalogan City

This study investigated the knowledge and utilization of the Department of Health approved herbal plants in Barangay Bunuanan, Catbalogan City. Using a descriptive research design, the researcher utilized a self-made …

Linking Social Support to Psychological Distress in Nursing Students: The Mediating Role of School-Life Interference

Social support is a crucial factor in mitigating psychological distress among nursing students. However, the specific mechanism through which social support influences psychological distress, particularly the mediating role of school-life …

Status of Samar Bamboo Resources: Potential for Enhanced Production and Commercialization

This study assessed the status of bamboo resources in Samar and examined their potential for enhanced production and commercialization. Data from the Samar State University Bamboo Program and government agencies …

Culture Redefined via Digital Media: A Sociolinguistics Analysis

This study examined sociolinguistic strands evident in digital-social context utterances of Samar speech communities. It analyzed texts and subtexts present in social media interactions to identify emerging cultural patterns expressed …