Regional Science Research Center
Regional Science Research Center
College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Complex
Mindanao State University - General Santos
Fatima, General Santos City, 9500, South Cotabato, South Cotabato, Philippines
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History of RSRC
The Regional Science Research Center (RSRC) was inaugurated on April 26, 2017, as one of the core research facilities of Mindanao State University – General Santos City (MSU–GenSan). Strategically located within the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (CNSM) Complex, the RSRC was established to strengthen the university’s research capability and to address the scientific and developmental needs of Region XII (SOCCSKSARGEN).
The center was proposed through the visionary leadership of former Vice Chancellor Dr. Edna P. Guevarra and realized under the administration of former Chancellor Abdurrahman T. Canacan. Its initial development was supported by a budget of approximately PhP 9,000,000.00, funded by the Department of Budget and Management and the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev), formerly National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), reflecting strong institutional and national support for research infrastructure.
Since its establishment, the RSRC has served as a multidisciplinary hub for scientific inquiry and innovation. It houses specialized facilities, including the Molecular Biology Laboratory, Histopathology Laboratory, and the Natural Product Development (Salokra) Laboratory, which support faculty and student research, thesis and dissertation work, and externally funded projects. The center leads and supports studies in developmental biology, environmental science, biodiversity, natural resources, and intelligent systems, aligning its research agenda with regional and national priorities.
Beyond research, the RSRC plays a vital role in the university’s extension and service functions by providing a venue for collaborations, community-engaged projects, and policy-relevant scientific discussions. It has contributed to initiatives on sustainable resource management, including research on tuna conservation and natural product development. Guided by the mission of MSU–GenSan, the RSRC continues to advance research excellence, innovation, and community service, contributing meaningfully to academic development and regional socio-economic progress.
Our Mission, Vision, and Objectives
Our Mission
Our Mission
The Regional Science Research Center of Mindanao State University – General Santos serves as a hub for scientific research, capacity building, and public service by enabling rigorous and ethical research, supporting human resource development, facilitating collaboration, and translating scientific knowledge into solutions that promote inclusive growth, environmental sustainability, and societal well-being.
Our Vision
Our Vision
A leading regional science research center that drives excellence in scientific inquiry, innovation, and knowledge translation for sustainable development, social transformation, and global relevance.
Our Objectives
Our Objectives
Advance Research Excellence and Knowledge Generation
To produce rigorous, ethical, and high-impact scientific research that contributes to scholarly advancement, evidence-based policy, and sustainable regional and national development.
Strengthen Research Capacity and Human Capital
To develop the research competencies of faculty, staff, and students through training, mentorship, and active engagement in interdisciplinary and collaborative research.
Provide Quality Research Infrastructure and Technical Services
To maintain modern, accessible, and quality-assured research facilities and deliver reliable laboratory, analytical, and consultancy services that meet national and international standards.
Foster Collaboration, Innovation, and Knowledge Translation
To build strategic partnerships and translate research outputs into technologies, innovations, intellectual property, and community-responsive solutions with measurable societal impact.
Ensure Ethical, Sustainable, and Accountable Research Governance
To uphold research integrity, safety, and ethics while institutionalizing transparent, efficient, and sustainable research management aligned with the University’s mission and public service mandate.
Organizational Structure
Organizational Structure
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