The Research Department of the Iloilo State University of Science and Technology College of Education (ISCOF Dingle) is dedicated to fostering academic excellence through rigorous research. Guided by the institution's vision of becoming a premier Southeast Asian institution, the department aims to develop highly qualified educators, empower future teachers with research skills, and drive educational advancements.

Committed to the core values of fortitude, integrity, scholarship, humanity, excellence, and service (FISHES), the department focuses on research that addresses pressing educational challenges, informs effective teaching practices, and contributes to local and regional development. By supporting faculty, staff, and students in their research endeavors and upholding the highest ethical standards, the department strives to produce impactful research that improves educational quality, enhances student learning, and informs educational policy and practice.

Due to University conversion, there were lots of changes and these changes includes revision of mission, vision, and guiding principles from FISHES to ISDA: Integrity, Social Justice, Discipline, and Academic Excellence.