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Balancing The Ideal While Keeping It Real: The Lived Experiences Of Lasallian Content Creators Engaged In Lifestyle Marketing, Veronica Grace M. Cerda, Alberto Edgar P. Medina V, Lisa Maria C. Roessler, Joseph S. Cadelina

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

TikTok and Instagram have become global platforms being used by influencers, particularly those from Generation Z, to engage audiences in lifestyle content. Among these are Lasallian students who experience the complexities of authenticity while still following the values of De La Salle University-Manila. This study explores how Lasallian influencers balance their idealized online image and their identity, moral responsibilities, and the psycho-emotional impacts of content creation. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the study used two in-depth semi-structured interviews with eight Lasallian influencers aged 18-27 who create content on TikTok and Instagram. Thematic analysis was used to identify recurring and emerging …

Kartera, Arwyn G. Alignay, Julianne Skye Alexandria A. Antonio, Jacob Mark R. Carlos, Lance P. Ercia, Ricardo P. Macatangay Iii

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Kartera was formed in July 2024, bridging the gap between physical and digital wallets while combining a convenient form and sustainability. These factors distinguish its product offerings from a recently stagnant set of commercial wallets. The venture is in an early growth stage in the wallet industry, having recently launched its flagship product. The product, a no-fold wallet constructed from Piñatex, a sustainable pineapple leather alternative, was launched in February 2025 during the ABM Bazaar and initiated the framework for design protection for future products. Kartera functions under the sole proprietorship of Lance Ercia, who is supported by four officers: …

Filipino Parentification On The Eldest Child Enrolled As A Senior High School At De La Salle University - Dasmariñas High School: An Exploration Of Its Effects On Interpersonal Relationships With Friends, Naraeshcka Nailah Molina Lumba, Ron Antoine Ramirez Corpuz, Maria Jhemille Lopez Dela Cruz, Nica Angela Guarin Dulce, Ruzzlyn Myles Briones Manay, Dhey Zamyuel Gonzales Masilang, Miguel Guillen Buhay Orozco, Fionah Zoe Lopez Pros

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

This study examined Filipino parentification among eldest children enrolled as senior high school students at De La Salle University - Dasmariñas, focusing on its impact on friendships. Grounded in Role Theory and Attachment Theory, it explored how premature parental responsibilities shape social interactions using a qualitative phenomenological approach with semi-structured interviews. Findings indicate that eldest children often assume caregiving, emotional support, and decision-making roles, fostering maturity and resilience, but also leading to trust issues, emotional distancing, and difficulties in maintaining friendships. Avoidant individuals tend to adopt parental roles within friend groups, while those with anxious attachment seek nurturing relationships akin …

Blending Convenience With Style: Designing A Fashion-Forward Bottle Bag For The Modern Consumer, Ivie Nyrelle L. Adiong, Justyn Kenryk S. Ang, Amanda Justin B. Decano, Sophie Aleksa M. Maitim, Mary Therese G. Sevilla

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

In June 2024, BottleRoo was established as a sole proprietorship in the bag industry, offering consumers products that serve as unique solutions to everyday problems. With the release of its signature product, “The Bottle Bag”, the company introduces its innovative take on a water bottle bag, showcasing a fresh product that features insulated pockets, adjustable straps, and several storage compartments, ensuring that it addresses the most commonly associated problems with carrying water bottles while utilizing a seamless design that blends both practicality and style. The company hopes to diversify its products later on, with its first addition being the clover …

Pairfect, Cybele Danielle L. Villariño, Ashlyn Nicole F. Formento, Kim G. Baguyo, Andrea Nicole S. Espenilla

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Founded in 2024, Pairfect was established to meet the growing demand for stylish yet affordable socks for children (ages 5 to 8) and adults (ages 12+). The brand launched through digital marketing, limited promotional drops, and participation in bazaar events, targeting students, young professionals, and families. Pairfect differentiates itself by offering innovative products such as customizable socks with attachable patches. The company is committed to sustainability, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. This commitment is reflected in the use of eco-friendly packaging, responsible sourcing of materials, and initiatives like the Buy-One-Donate-One campaign, where a pair of …

Beyond Sunday: The Lived Experience Of Gen Z Practicing Christians In The 21st Century, John Ramzel Dylan C. Galido

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

This study investigates the lived experiences of Generation Z practicing Christians in the 21st century, examining how they sustain their faith amid secularization, technological advancements, and shifting societal norms. Employing a phenomenological approach, in-depth semi-structured interviews with 5 Gen Z Practicing Christians revealed key themes: (1) their faith is characterized by a dynamic, personal relationship with God, nurtured through daily practices rather than rigid rituals; (2) they actively negotiate tensions between biblical values and secular culture, often prioritizing divine principles over societal expectations; (3) familial teachings and faith-based communities play foundational roles in shaping their spiritual identity; (4) personal struggles, …

Bioluminescent Bacteria In Squid Ink (Photololigo Duvaucelii) As A Potential Water Pollution Indicator At Selected Areas In Dasmariñas, Cavite, Jessica Rae G. Siyang, Remien Grace Balidvid, Aleeva Alexa V. Carrascal, Alyssa Mae V. Libranza, Arisha Jianne R. Dias

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Bioluminescent bacteria are light-emitting microorganisms that are commonly found among marine species. In this study, bioluminescent bacteria were isolated from squid samples and submerged in selected water samples from Ylang-Ylang River and Dasmariñas Zone I River in Dasmariñas, Cavite, to determine whether it can be a potential water pollution indicator based on its bioluminescence intensity. The squid ink extracted from 6 squid samples was streaked on marine agar plates and incubated for 24 hours. The microplates were filled with 0.75 μL bioluminescent bacteria and 0.75 μL of polluted water samples and sterile water per three rows, where the light intensities …

A Taste Of Insight: Exploring The Perspectives Of Dlsu Student-Athletes On The Mediterranean Diet, Ethan F. Alvarez, Zoe Adda O. Beluso, Ceris Maxine Chua, Sarah Abigail M. Sanchez, Maria Michaela Santos, Olga G. Parco

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The Mediterranean diet, its health benefits, and in the context of sports have been commonly studied within European and North African countries. However, there are limited studies that present the perceptions of student-athletes on the diet from Asian countries, particularly in the Philippines. Guided by the Health Belief Model (HBM), the study aimed to explore and understand the perceptions of student-athletes about their awareness, insights, or experiences on the Mediterranean diet, along with its perceived threats and benefits. Through a descriptive qualitative approach, a semi-structured interview with seven DLSU student-athletes was employed to determine the perspectives of DLSU student-athletes. Eleven …

Dalawang Henerasyon, Isang Kasaysayan: Audience Reception Of Pepe Diokno’S Gomburza Among Selected Individuals From The Baby Boomer Generation And Generation Z In Metro Manila, Elyssa Merella A. Abundo, Andre Dax M. Dacanay, Ana Marie M. Ebersole, Deirdre Hannah R. Tattao

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

In the face of injustice and oppression, history remembers those who dared to resist. GomBurZa (2023), directed by Pepe Diokno, follows the story of the three martyred priests—Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora—whose execution in 1872 ignited a national awakening during the Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines (Agbayani III, 2022). This qualitative study explored how the Baby Boomer Generation and Generation Z in Metro Manila received and interpreted the film. It reflected whether their views about Gomburza evolved and revealed converging and diverging opinions within and between the two generations. It also investigated the broader implications of their …

Navigating Ambiguity: An In-Depth Exploration Of Situationships In Contemporary Romantic Relationships, Shiywonee Khanalee De Jesus Delizo, Yonah Adamae Roxas Dapliyan, Hildebrand Tridant Awkit Ban-Eg, Calvine Audric Fajardo Canlas, Neil Ivan Dominguez Tong, Eliecea Red Ibarra Yusingco

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

This qualitative study examined the phenomenon of situationships, which is defined as a romantic involvement that lacks clear commitment, boundaries, and labels. Situationships have surfaced in the context of modern dating culture with the rise of dating apps, in which people may display behaviors typical of couples but are contradictory to their traditional definitions of romantic relationships. This study explored the characteristics that define situationships, how people manage their inherent ambiguity, and why individuals prefer situationships over traditional established relationships. The data was gathered through in-depth interviews and an inductive thematic analysis of participants' experiences. The results revealed that open …

Cytotoxicity Of Ageratina Riparia (Mistflower) Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles In Allium Cepa Assay, Jharred Martinez, Kathryz Beyonce B. Fajardo, Althea Marie A. Navalta

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The use of green-synthesized nanoparticles offers a promising route toward eco-friendly and biocompatible alternatives in biomedical research. This study aimed to assess the cytotoxicity of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) biosynthesized from Ageratina riparia extract. Given the growing interest in plant-mediated nanoparticle synthesis for safe therapeutic applications, evaluating their biological effects is crucial. The extract was obtained through maceration, and green synthesis was conducted using silver nitrate solutions (1 mM, 3 mM, 5 mM). The mixtures were boiled to isolate nanoparticle pellets, which were then redispersed in distilled water for use as treatment liquids in the Allium cepa assay. Results showed that …

An Analysis Of Esports Consumption Among Esports Viewers In Metro Manila, Amiel Tongco, Charles David Siao, Bryce Nathan Chicombing, Hugh Lawrence Ang, Liandro Antonio Tabora

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The rise of esports has transformed the entertainment scene, captivating gamers, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. As competitive esports cement their place in mainstream entertainment, understanding why and how esports have become what it is today is important. This research investigates the different motivational factors driving esports consumption in Metro Manila, Philippines. This study utilizes the MSES questionnaire to evaluate the primary motivational factors influencing esports engagement, providing preliminary insights into the impact of influential factors on consumer motivation in the rapidly growing esports market. The study explored the influential factors that affect esports consumption and spectatorship in Metro Manila, …

The Role Of Social Media In Philippine Disaster Management: A Systematic Literature Review, Maxim Alexandrite V. Inoferio, Henry Joshua A. Hernandez, Rich Angelo P. Santos

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Despite the Philippines being one of the world’s most disaster-prone countries, research on the role of social media in its disaster risk management remains limited. This study addresses that gap through a systematic review of existing literature on social media use in Philippine disaster risk management. Results show that social media is primarily employed in response to typhoons and earthquakes, while its application to other hazards such as COVID-19, floods, and vegetation fires remains underexplored. Usage is concentrated in the response and recovery phases, with minimal attention to prevention and no studies focused on mitigation. Notable best practices include real-time …

Youth In Leadership: Exploring The Roles, Challenges, And Impact Of Sangguniang Kabataan Chairpersons In Community Development, Hannah B. Ignacio Na, Alexandra Isabela B. Vergara Na, Markane Victor B. Carantes Na, Dayenne Say R. Labita Na

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) plays a vital role in youth leadership and community development in the Philippines, yet its impact in Baguio City remains underexplored. This study examines the responsibilities, challenges, and strategies of SK Chairpersons in addressing youth-related issues. Using a qualitative research design with descriptive phenomenology, the study captures the firsthand experiences of eight SK Chairpersons, aged 18 to 24, through face-to-face interviews. Thematic analysis reveals key obstacles, including low youth engagement, leadership struggles, and difficulties in forming a quorum, which hinder project approvals and funding. Success depends on youth participation, priority setting, and balancing leadership with personal …

Free For All: The Cost Of Political Freedom Without Competence Standards, Siou-Sian Chen, Justine S. Leomo

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

In democratic societies, political participation is a fundamental right, allowing every citizen, regardless of background, to run for office. However, this political freedom raises pressing questions about governance quality when competence standards are not in place. The tension between democratic inclusivity and the need for competent leadership becomes particularly relevant in educational settings where future leaders are shaped. This study aims to explore how student leaders perceive and experience political freedom in the absence of defined competence criteria in leadership roles. Guided by a transcendental phenomenological design, the study involved 20 purposively selected student leaders from Columban College, Inc., Basic …

Bagyo Ka Lang!: The Impact Of Typhoons On The Lives And Productivity Of Contractual Workers At Miriam College High School, Jastine F. Budaño, Hannah F. Vigilia, Mariella R. Fernando, Sage V. Kong, Leona M. Ricero

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Every year, the Philippines faces devastating weather-related calamities that significantly affect vulnerable communities. Since it is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, Filipinos are more prone to experiencing natural calamities such as typhoons, which negatively impacts the community. Contractual workers are defined as those who work under a “no work, no pay” policy and work for a specific period. Due to the absence of paid leave, health benefits, and stable income, contractual workers are financially vulnerable, making it harder for them to recover from disasters. This study explores how typhoons impact the daily life and work efficiency of contractual …

Barriers To Quality Maternal Healthcare In Barangay Kaingin 1, Quezon City: An Exploratory Study Anchored On The Integrated Patient Care Healthcare Services Framework (Ipchsf) And The National Safe Motherhood Program (Nsmp), Keanne Elisha E. Bulotano, Micah Althea A. Fontanilla, Hali Therez A. Hernandez, Adonah Isalyn B. Laza, Julia Nicole D.G. De Guzman

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Despite the implementation of national programs like the National Safe Motherhood Program (NSMP) that aims to improve maternal health outcomes, women in the Philippines still continuously face barriers in accessing quality maternal healthcare (MHC) due to systemic, societal, and psychological factors. Other persistent issues like poor healthcare service, insufficient understanding of health-related knowledge, and the lack of autonomy in decision making, which are especially prevalent in underserved communities, further discourage women from seeking care. This study aims to investigate these barriers and their impact on the overall well-being of mothers from Miriam College's partnered communities, like Kaingin 1. To explore …

Sa Tibo(K) Ng Kamera: Pagmamapa Sa Dating Ng Mga Lesbiyanang Tauhan Sa Pelikulang Pilipino (1982–2023), Miguel Jae P. Asido, Samuel P. Bernardino, Kataryna Theriz M. Dato-On, Armione Kiera M. Magadia

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Layon ng pananaliksik na makapag-ambag sa napakalimitadong diskurso sa lesbiyana sa Pelikulang Pilipino na pawang nakatuon sa pagkalesbiyan at identidad. Tinumbok ng pag-aaral ang dating ng anim na lesbiyanang tauhan gamit ang modelo ni Tiongson (2022), na sumandig sa Dating ni Lumbera (2000), upang sumentro sa pagka-Pilipino ng likhang-sining. Natuklasan ang mga temang nakaaapekto sa dating ng mga lesbiyanang tauhan: (1) Pagpapahalaga sa Propesyon, (2) Pagtutulad sa Lalaki at mga Istiryotipo, (3) Pagkakaila sa Sekswalidad, (4) Pagbubunsod ng Pandalawang-Kasariang Pamantayan ng Lipunan, at (5) Pagturing na Makasalanan. Binubuo ito ng mga elemento ng pananamit, kilos, lengguwahe, at espasyo. Batay sa …

Anonymous Whispers: A Critical Discourse Analysis On Digital Gossip In Select Philippine University Freedom Walls, Ryanne Gabrielle J. Roxas, Erica Gabryelle B. Lingad, Kean Christof Ramon L. Santiago, Ma. Samantha Raine E. Soliman

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The anonymity afforded by university freedom walls has proliferated the spread of information and digital gossip, actively shaping ideologies surrounding campus hierarchies—an influence that remains critically underexplored in academic research. This study addresses that gap by seeking to understand how freedom walls function as a form of discourse that constructs and negotiates hierarchical ideologies within academic communities. It analyzes 18 purposively sampled posts from the three most followed Facebook freedom walls of universities in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP), namely the University of the Philippines Diliman (UP), National University (NU), and Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU). Using …

Crude Extract From Robusta Coffee (Coffea Canephora) Husks Using Ethanol: Steam Versus Ultrasonic, Julianne Kaye D. Cortes, Kirsten Shanel B. Bernardo, Ron Gabriel J. Perillo

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The global demand for renewable energy sources necessitates exploring sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels. Coffee husks, a significant agricultural waste product, represent a potential feedstock for biofuel production. This study investigated the comparative efficacy of steam distillation and Ultrasonic-Assisted Extraction (UAE), using ethanol as a solvent to extract crude extract from Coffea canephora husks. A comparative experiment was conducted using 200g of Coffea canephora husks for each extraction method (n=3 per method). Yields were measured in mL. An independent sample t-test was used to compare the mean yields between the two methods. UAE yielded significantly more crude extract (mean = …

Sustainability Accounting Teaching Practices Of Accountancy Instructors: An In-Depth Case Study Of A Private Institution In Pasay City, Shawn Alexander G. Distor, Jennifer L. Li, Juliah O. Salcedo

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Sustainability Accounting (SA) is at the forefront of modern financial discourse with connection to the Sustainable Development Goals 4, 8, and 12. In the Philippines, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) mandated publicly listed companies to include sustainability reporting in their disclosures. As future frontrunners of the profession, upcoming accountants (UA) must possess a comprehensive understanding of SA to effectively adapt to its emerging global prominence. This in-depth case study explores teaching practices of selected accounting instructors (AI) in Pasay City. Guided by the Interdisciplinary Learning Environment framework, the study used semi-structured interview and content analysis of instructional materials to …

Savior Complex, Stereotyping, Sensationalism Of The Filipino Poor: Critical Media Analysis Of Raffy Tulfo In Action’S Charity Episodes, Charisse Anne C. Bautista N/A, Jamella P. Jamolangue N/A

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

In the Philippines, one of the significant issues in society is the continuous growth of poverty and inequality. In the field of media, poverty porn is a word used to describe any content that exploits the images and narratives of impoverished individuals to gain sympathy, notoriety, and funds for a particular cause. However, there is a lack of research on poverty porn in the social media context, especially in the Philippine landscape. Thus, this study focuses on the portrayal of poverty in social media, specifically in the charity content of Raffy Tulfo in Action YouTube channel. Inductive content analysis was …

Kuya Guard Needs Help!: Replanning Traffic Utility And Road Marking Placement As A Congestion Alleviant In Laguna Boulevard, Laguna, Rocco Nicolas D. Naranjo, Robert Anthony L. Amazona, Harley L. Buensalida, Erian Jeshua F. Margallo

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Traffic congestion is a widespread issue for commuters, influenced by multiple factors and variables. One such area affected is Laguna Boulevard, a critical road connecting multiple essential facilities in Biñan and Sta. Rosa, including Laguna Technopark and educational institutions like De La Salle University Laguna Campus and Caritas Don Bosco School. The roadway experiences significant congestion during peak hours due to high traffic volumes along segments and intersections impacted by uncoordinated road expansions, inconsistent transitions between one-way and two-way flows, limited sight distances, and obstructive roadside elements that collectively disrupt vehicular movement and compromise safety. This study proposes a replanned …

Yellow Card Declined: Lived Experiences Of Embo Residents' Healthcare Access After The Makati Vs. Taguig Ruling, Wazna L. Amil, Koreen F. Bagapuro, Marvin William J. Alberto

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

In 2023, the three-decade territorial dispute between the cities of Makati and Taguig ended when the Supreme Court ruled to transfer the ten Embo barangays to the latter. One significant consequence of this ruling is the discontinuation of assistance to former Makati residents, particularly healthcare benefits. Understanding how this ruling affects residents’ experiences can provide insights for policy recommendations promoting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 3 and 16. This phenomenological study, grounded in the Adapted Levesque’s Conceptual Framework, gathered data from six participants who were at least 10-year residents of Embo barangay and beneficiaries of Makati and Taguig public …

Art As 'Seeing Business', Geoff Buchan

Talking Heads Seminar Series

The range of what we think and do is limited by what we fail to notice. And because we fail to notice that we fail to notice, there is little we can do to change until we notice how failing to notice shapes our thoughts and deeds – R D Laing Art as ‘Seeing Business’ into a positive participatively planned future. In the mid 1970s, privileged experiences with respected Kimberley Lawmen of high degree gave me a new life purpose. I learnt a new, systemic paradigm for survival through art, and a reason to use my visual talent in society …

Effects Of Dyadic Motivational Interviewing (Mi-Dyad) Program For Improving Activity Participation Of Stroke Survivors And Family Caregivers: A Mixed-Methods Feasibility Study, Huanya Mou

Sigma Foundation for Nursing Research Grant Reports

This study aimed to assess the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary effects of a dyadic motivational interviewing (MI-Dyad) program for stroke survivors and family caregivers (i.e., stroke dyads) (Trial registry: Chinese Clinical Trial Registry ChiCTR2500100532).

Video: A Media Revolution?

Communication Research Trends

Revolutions connected with technical inventions have been proclaimed, rightly and wrongly, so often in the recent past that it would seem appropriate to look for another expression just to avoid the danger of trivialization. But all the evidence says that this time we are in the presence of a real revolution and that we should call it by its name.

As a true revolution, the emergence of video has been like an explosion, full of energy and even passion, provoking divisions, inflicting wounds, destroying, upsetting and, also, raising hopes and promising new riches in the so-called "television wasteland". It will …

Exploration Of Adventure-Based Counseling And Its Impact On The Self-Concept Of At-Risk Youth, Kendall Kern, Mary Bess Pannel, Todd Davis, Thales Barbosa

Journal of Academic Underperformance

Background: Integrating experiential therapy techniques with physical activity and nature improves aspects of self-concept: social connectedness, resilience, and healthy coping skills in the short-term for at-risk, underperforming youth (Kraft & Cornelius-White, 2020). Kraft and Cornelius-White (2020) found that wilderness therapy counselors that taught communication skills and prioritized “group cohesion in group therapy” led to positive “changes to self-concept” (p. 350-351). Purpose: The researchers hypothesize that community-based adventure therapy will have a positive impact on the self-concept in at-risk, rural youth. Methodology/Approach: The researchers utilized a quasi-experimental model to assess the impact of adventure therapy on rural at-risk youth (N~6) after …

Breakout Session: Workforce And Human-Centricity In Logistics, Imhrc Scientific Committee

International Material Handling Research Colloquium

Editors:

Fabio Sgarbossa, NTNU (Conference Chair)

David Porter, Oregon State University (Conference Co-Chair)

Manjunath Kamath, Oklahoma State University

Shanthi Muthuswamy, Northern Illinois University

Jennifer Pazour, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Breakout Session- Ai/Robotics In Logistics, Imhrc Scientific Committee

International Material Handling Research Colloquium

Editors:

Fabio Sgarbossa, NTNU (Conference Chair)

David Porter, Oregon State University (Conference Co-Chair)

Manjunath Kamath, Oklahoma State University

Shanthi Muthuswamy, Northern Illinois University

Jennifer Pazour, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute