Manila Central University proudly recognizes the winners of the MCU Research Fair 2025. These Centralinos embody the power of knowledge and action, proving that true influence comes from creating meaningful change.
Through their dedication and sharp insight, these researchers have risen above competition, transforming ideas into solutions that benefit communities, industries, and future generations. Their work sets a standard for excellence and inspires others to follow.
Here are the winners of the MCU Research Fair Competition 2025:
Student Category Oral Presentation
1st – Ms. Josephine Paula Pontillas
College of Arts and Sciences – Psychology
“Sa Paglisan ng Isa, Buhay para sa iba: Perspective of Embalmers on their Occupational Experiences”
2nd – Mr. Mario Vicente Y. Flores III
College of Optometry
“PERIOCULUS: “Revolutionizing Visual Field Testing with a New Improvised Compact Automated Visual Field Screening Device”
3rd – Ms. Carmila C. Laguinlin
College of Nursing
“Breaking the Silence: A Phenomenological Study Of Bullying Among Filipino Nurses in Healthcare Setting”
Professional Category Oral Presentation
1st – Mr. Brylle Raphael U. Bigcas
College of Arts and Sciences – Biology
“Improving Health Science Students’ Performance in Nanotechnology Using Socio-Scientific Issues-based Module”
2nd – Mr. Patrick R. de Vera
College of Medical Technology
“Assessing the Mechanism of Action of Commercially available Oleic Acid against Candida albicans”
3rd – Mr. Ramon Paulo E. Masagca
College of Arts and Sciences – Psychology
“Breaking the Silence: A Phenomenological Study Of Bullying Among Filipino Nurses in Healthcare Setting”
Student Category Poster Presentation
1st – Ms. Marianne Therese A. Conception
College of Optometry
“The Potential Antimicrobial Properties Of Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) Leaf Extract Against Common Pathogens Of The Ocular Surface – An Vitro Study
2nd – Mr. Lester Anthony Camu
College of Optometry
“Corneal Rigid Gas Permeable Lens Management of a Patient with Irregular Cornea Secondary to Corneal Scar: A Case Study”
3rd – Ms. Anne Pauline T. Malison
College of Arts and Sciences – Psychology
“The 8 C’s Of The Social Change Model of Leadership Development and Resilience Among College Student Leaders”
Professional Category Poster Presentation
1st – Dr. Karina Marie S. Batu-Villena
College of Pharmacy
“Exploring the Link Between Laboratory Performance and Internship Performance Among Pharmacy Graduates (2022-2024): A Qualitative Study”
1st – Dr. Karina Marie S. Batu-Villena
College of Pharmacy
“Tracer Study of MCU College of Pharmacy Graduates (2019-2023): Employment Outcomes, Educational Relevance, and Graduate Attributes Category
3rd – Ms. Mignonette Lorraine A. Abao
College of Medicine
“Angiosuppresive Activity of Bignay (Antidesma Bunius) Fruit Ethanolic Extract Using Duck Embryo (Anas Luzonica) Chorioallantoic Membrance Assay”
Congratulations once again to all the winners of the MCU Research Fair Competition 2025! May you continue your dedication to discovery and innovation, inspiring and benefiting our communities and future generations.
