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Central Mindanao Colleges Strengthens Global Research Partnerships Through IntegriSearch International Seminar

Central Mindanao Colleges (CMC) further strengthened its international academic partnerships through IntegriSearch: An International Seminar on Upholding Integrity and Accuracy in Research Ethics and Data Analytics, held online via Zoom on January 23, 2026. The activity highlighted the growing role of global collaboration in advancing ethical, data-driven research and underscored CMC’s commitment to internationalization through strategic partnerships.

The international seminar was made possible through the coordination of the Center for International Affairs and Linkages (CIAL), in collaboration with the Center for Research, Publication, and Creative Works, and in partnership with Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University (BSRU), Thailand. The initiative served as a platform for strengthening cross-border academic cooperation focused on research integrity, ethical standards, and responsible data analytics.

The program opened with remarks from Ms. Ruselle Ann R. Robledo, LPT, Coordinator of the Center for Research and Publication, who emphasized that international research engagements facilitated through CIAL are central to CMC’s vision of cultivating a globally responsive and ethically grounded research culture. She highlighted that partnerships such as the one with BSRU provide meaningful avenues for faculty and researchers to engage with international standards and best practices.

Delivering the Inaugural Message, Mr. Konstantinos Balis, Deputy Director of the Local Sustainable Development Division of BSRU, emphasized the importance of ethical research and accurate data analysis in addressing global and local development challenges. He noted that sustained collaboration between institutions from different countries plays a vital role in promoting shared research values, innovation, and sustainable development.

The seminar featured expert lectures from distinguished scholars representing partner and local institutions. Dr. Brandon N. Obenza, Associate Professor from Mindanao State University–General Santos, discussed core principles of research ethics, including informed consent, data confidentiality, transparency, and accountability. His lecture also addressed common ethical issues encountered in academic research and provided practical insights for maintaining ethical standards.

The discussion on data analytics was led by Dr. Feliz Chavez, Jr., Vice President for Academics of Brokenshire College Incorporated, who emphasized the ethical and accurate use of qualitative and quantitative data analysis tools. He highlighted the importance of sound methodology, proper interpretation, and responsible reporting of research findings to ensure credibility and scholarly impact.

The activity concluded with closing remarks from Mr. Axil Jame Mauna, MAEd, Secretary for Research Ethics, who reiterated that integrity and accuracy in research are collective responsibilities strengthened through international collaboration. He emphasized that seminars like IntegriSearch reflect CMC’s growing network of global partners and its sustained commitment to research excellence.

Through initiatives facilitated by CIAL, Central Mindanao Colleges continues to expand its international academic footprint. IntegriSearch stands as a testament to the value of global partnerships in advancing ethical research, strengthening institutional credibility, and fostering a culture of collaboration across borders.

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