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Day: January 30, 2026

Comparative Study on the Antiseptic Effects of Guava (Psidium guajava), Luya (Zingiber officinale) and Malunggay (Moringa oleifera)

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By Bob Rommel J. Javellana and Ma. Ywomme T. Villamor  ABSTRACT    This study was conducted to determine the antiseptic effects of guava (Psidium guajava) leaf extracts, luya (Zingiber officinale) extracts, and malunggay (Moringa oleifera) extracts with betadine as the control. These treatments were tested for their antiseptic effects on two cultured bacteria namely, Straphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. Twenty four Mueller Hinton Agar (MHA) plates were prepared for inoculation; these were divided into 4 treatments labeled A, … Read more

The Academic Performance of Central Philippine University Development High School Students with Present and Absentee Fathers: A Comparative Study 

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Ma. Cynthia A. Jagolino  ABSTRACT    This study compared the academic performance of students at Central Philippine University Development High School SY 2002-2003 whose fathers were present at home and absent from home. It further determined the profile of the students’ fathers in terms of age, educational qualification, occupation and family’s socio-economic status. A validated questionnaire was used in data gathering. Chi-square … Read more

Production Capacity and Commercialization of Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus Stapf.) Ready-To-Drink Beverage Product (Kalamansi-Ginger Flavor) 

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By Evelyn R. Ybarzabal, Emma T. Gico, Jet R. Nillos, Bernie C. Cangrejo, and Mizpah C. Villalobos  ABSTRACT    The lemongrass kalamansi-ginger ready-to-drink (LGKG RTD) beverage was previously developed to provide a healthy yet convenient alternative to beverage products sold in canteens. This study aimed to determine product capacity of the College of Hospitality Management (CHM) and commercialization of the CPU LGKG RTD beverage … Read more

Central Philippine University Web-Based Teacher’s Evaluation System Using Text Sentiment Analysis Algorithm 

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By Maxwell E. Dollar, Ein Dominic B. Gange, Christopher Jon I. Gaw Put, Carl Lester A. Pasilan, Rea P. Balontong, and Rommel Jun Payba  ABSTRACT    This study is a web-based teacher’s evaluation system for Central Philippine University utilizing a text sentiment analysis algorithm. The developed unified system streamlines the collection and analysis of teacher evaluation surveys by automating comment parsing, polarity determination, and report generation. The … Read more

Ilonggo Perceptions on the Extent of Patronage Practices and their Attitudes toward Intra-Familial Succession in Iloilo 

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By Ernesto S. Saquibal, Jr. and Ma. Lindy B. Saquibal  ABSTRACT    The study examined politics in Iloilo by looking into Ilonggo voters’ perceptions of patronage practices of local politicians, and how these conditions influence their attitude towards dynastic politics or intra-familial succession in the local level. A total of 384 respondents were surveyed through face-to-face interview. Chi-square and Gamma tests were used to determine the … Read more

Political Involvement among the Youth in Barangays with Low Number of Qualified Voters during the 2007 Sangguniang Kabata-an Election: Issues and Concerns 

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By Irving Domingo L. Rio  ABSTRACT    The purpose of the study was to describe the extent of political involvement of the youth during the 2007 Sanguniang Kabata-an (S.K) election and determine the factors that deter or promote political involvement and formulate possible course of actions that would address current related issues and concerns. Nearly half of the respondents (48.8%) were 16 years … Read more

A Tracer Study on the Generation Y Alumni (2000-2010) of the Department of Languages, Mass Communication and Humanities of Central Philippine University 

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By Marie Melanie J. Misajon ABSTRACT    This study traced the whereabouts of the graduates of the CPU Department of Languages Mass Communication and Humanities for the period 2000-2010, dubbed as the Generation Y to determine profile, CPU history, employment details and history, and the relevance of the A.B. English and A.B. Mass Communication curricula in today’s workplace. A … Read more

Calla Lesson Plan Model: Toward the Development of the Academic Language Skills and Learning Strategies of ESL and Bilingual Students in the Elementary and Secondary Level 

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By Anita U. Illenberger  ABSTRACT    The use of language is not exclusive for interpersonal and conversational exchange. In school, books for technical and general reference and lectures utilize a language that requires a student to have academic language proficiency to be able to process the materials intellectually. Filipino students encounter difficulty in this area so when they enter college or go to a university they … Read more

Removal of Nitrates and Phosphates from Water using Pilot-scale Monotubular Module made from Ceramic Clay and Banana Peel Powder Composites 

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By Nicolas G. Guanzon, Jr., Lovely A. Bilan, April Rose S. Erfelua, Jerome Justado, Ryffan V. Sevilla, and Rjade Ubalubao  ABSTRACT    Significant volumes of potentially dangerous chemicals are released into receiving streams from aquaculture activities. Excess nitrate and phosphate emissions from aquaculture operations, in particular, contribute to the eutrophication of natural water bodies. In response to increasing concern, the researchers devised this study, … Read more

Actors, Actresses, and Most Romantic Pairings in Local Movie Industry Then and Now: An Assembly of published Anecdotes, Unpublished Reminiscences, Historical Facts and Factoids 

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By Jessie B. Garcia ABSTRACT    Objectives: The general objectives of this research is to assemble published anecdotes, unpublished reminiscences, historical facts and factoids of selected Filipino actors and actresses. Specifically, this research aims to provide a brief background of selected Filipino actors and actresses. It is only a selective listing with the stress on selective, so that the … Read more