SLSU Secures Seven New Intellectual Property Registrations in 2025

Southern Leyte State University (SLSU) proudly announces the successful registration of seven new Intellectual Properties (IPs) with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) in 2025.

Comprising six Utility Models and one Industrial Design, these achievements underscore the university’s growing commitment to innovation, research translation, and the protection of intellectual property that contributes to sustainable development.

Among the newly registered technologies is A Process of Making Coconut Sap Syrup with Ginger as a Natural Sweetener, developed by Fe Malyn R. Bernardo, Benida Q. Catalo, Kyle Justine T. Amper, Kimberly L. Golo, and Minerva L. Baclayon. This innovation offers a natural, sustainable alternative sweetener that promotes food security and healthy living, advancing SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). Another food-related innovation is an Instant Sweet Coconut Dessert (Binignit) Powder Mix, created by Omar D. Alo, Emilyn B. Lasquites, and Vernabelle L. Balmori. This product transforms a traditional Filipino delicacy into a convenient and shelf-stable form, helping to preserve cultural heritage while contributing to SDG 2, SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 12.

Also registered is A Process of Making Cocoyam (Xanthosoma sagittifolium) Flour by Emilyn B. Lasquites and Omar D. Alo. This technology provides a gluten-free flour alternative that reduces post-harvest losses and maximizes the value of cocoyam as a crop, addressing SDG 2, SDG 12, and SDG 15 (Life on Land). Adding to this milestone are two complementary registrations, Process of Making a Coconut Cheese Bar and Coconut Cheese Bar, developed by Kishana Marie O. Baldrez, Art Jhay Suralta, Ken Bryan Sarvida, Bryle Beringuel, Apreal Claire Patual, and Jasmin S. Dayunan. These innovations demonstrate the versatile use of coconut flour, offering healthier, reduced-sugar options that align with SDG 3, SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and SDG 12.

SLSU also secured the registration of an Industrial Design entitled A Rice Bug Trapping System, designed by Angel T. Sabusap and Rogen A. Cagorol. This device offers an innovative solution for pest management in rice farming, enhancing yields and safeguarding farmers’ livelihoods. It contributes directly to SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 15 (Life on Land).

Together, these new intellectual properties reflect Southern Leyte State University’s mission to transform academic research into practical, sustainable, and community-focused solutions. They embody the university’s commitment to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals by fostering food security, agricultural innovation, responsible consumption, and environmental protection.

SLSU congratulates all inventors, designers, and academic units behind these remarkable achievements. As the university expands its intellectual property portfolio, it continues to strengthen its role in advancing research, extension, and innovation, building a future where knowledge empowers industries and uplifts communities across Southern Leyte and beyond.