Nat’l Innovation Council Member Explores CLSU Innovations for Future Collaboration
Recognizing the innovations and research endeavors of Central Luzon State University (CLSU), Dr. Ria Liza C. Canlas, Executive Member of the National Innovation Council (NIC) visited CLSU and met with the officials and faculty researchers for potential collaborations on May 8, 2024. Dr. Evaristo A. Abella, University President, welcomed Dr. Canlas and her team and expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to partner with NIC enabling CLSU researchers to showcase their innovations and amplify its impact not only to the local community but to the whole country. Also present in the meeting are Dr. Edgar A. Orden, VP for Research and Extension, Dr. Jonathan V. Fabula, concurrent Director, University Research Program Office and Precision and Digital Agriculture Center, along with Freshwater Aquaculture Center Director, Dr. Karl Marx A. Quiazon, Center for Renewable Energy and Technology Director, Dr. Wendy C. Mateo, and Institute for Climate Change and Environmental Management Head, Dr. Gella Patria L. Abella. After hearing all the innovative products like the Tilading, Tilapia Ice Cream, and initiatives on precision and digital agriculture, and use of renewable energy in agriculture, Dr. Canlas expressed her interest in collaborating with CLSU which will push the agenda of the government through the NIC in establishing a dynamic innovation ecosystem in the country. The NIC consists of 25 members, with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. as the Chairperson and NEDA Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan as the Vice-Chairperson is responsible for the implementation of the National Innovation Agenda and Strategies for 2023-2032.
