Dr. Marites M. Rio
Vice President for Research Development Extension and Production
The Vice-President for Research, Development, Extension, and Production is directly responsible to the University President on matters pertaining to research, extension, and production services, non-formal education, training, and income-generating units and activities. In addition, he/she shall perform the following specific duties and functions:
- Plan and implement approved plans on research, extension and development in coordination with the other Divisions and Units of the College;
- Implement College policies, thrusts, programs and activities on research and development, extension, and production;
- Exercise management and supervision functions over personnel in the Division and promote their welfare and development;
- Tap resources for the promotion of research, development, extension and production;
- Supervise and coordinate the preparation of the research journal, newsletter and other required reports;
- Initiate/establish linkages with government and non-government agencies on research and extension projects and programs;
- Review and recommend for consideration research projects which may be funded from the research fund of the University; and
- Perform other functions as may be delegated by the University President;
RDEP Operations Manual
Our comprehensive Research, Development, Extension, and Production (RDEP) Manuals are designed to support and guide faculty, researchers, and extension workers through every stage of their projects. These manuals provide step-by-step methodologies, best practices, and essential tools for conducting impactful research, innovative development, community-oriented extension activities, and efficient production processes. Developed with a commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering community growth, these resources are invaluable for those aiming to make significant contributions in their fields and create sustainable, real-world impact. Explore the RDEP Manuals to elevate your work and bring transformative ideas to life.
URS RDEP HIGHLIGHTS
The "URS RDEP Highlights" serves as the official journal documenting and celebrating the University of Rizal System's (URS) most significant achievements in the areas of research, development, extension, and production. This publication stands as a testament to the institution’s unwavering commitment to fostering innovation and progress. Each edition provides an in-depth look into the pioneering projects, transformative research, and impactful community engagements spearheaded by the URS Research and Development, Extension, and Production (RDEP) division. Through these efforts, URS continues to shape the future of education, technology, and community development, driving positive change in society.
FEATURED ARTICLES
URS Builds Alliance for Internationalization with Top Universities in Taiwan
With the aim of productivity in terms of internationalization and expanding connections, the University of Rizal System signed MOUs with top universities in Taiwan: National Changhua University of Education (NCUE); National Yun Lin University of Science and Technology (YunTech); and Read More ...
The Vision in Kaohsiung: URS Negotiated with Top Universities in Taiwan
One of the goals of the University of Rizal System is to employ internationalism to build strong relationships and development between nations; hence, the URS, in partnership with the Philippine-American Academy of Science and Engineering (PAASE) and Eastern Visayas State Read More ...
RDEP CHAMPS KEEPING THE FAITH SYNERGIZED: ON TO ITS 2ND SUCCESS STREAK
In compliance with the RDEP Memorandum No. 02, s. 01-2024, the Vice President for Research Development, Extension, and Production Dr. Marites M. Rio initiated the 2024 RDEP Forerunners’ Assembly and Inter-Unit/Office Thrusts (FAITH) Synthesis and Scaffolding last January 26, 2024, Read More ...
Extension Services Unit Launches First Session of Outreach 3: Opportunities Within Reach for the Community Champions
The OVP-RDEP Extension Services Unit, under the baton of Dr. Fe Esperanza T. Mateo, the campus director of URS Binangonan, and in collaboration with URS Binangonan and URS Cainta campuses, spearheaded the first session of Outreach 3: Opportunities Within Reach Read More ...
A POSITIVE STEP with 2023 RDEP GEL-CEP
The University RDEP championed its 2023 Guided Exploratory Learning cum Capability Enhancement Program last July 26-27, 2023 at the Southern Luzon State University and Bukid Amara in the Province of Quezon. The event is believed to serve exploratory and expository Read More ...
URS partakes in STAARRDEC’s 35th Anniversary and 1st Regional Technology Pitch Fest
VP Marites M. Rio heads the URS delegation in the recently concluded 35th Anniversary and 1st Regional Technology Pitch Fest of STARRDEC in partnership with CvSU RAISE Project 4. It was held on May 3, 2023 at the ICON, Cavite Read More ...
Prof. Esperanza, Engr. Din Aced and Dr Pangan aced Opportunity with the 4th DOST_PCAARRD Technology Commercialization Mentorship Series
Walls are always best with windows as it provides the avenue to seize opportunity outside. The same opportunity came true with Prof. C. Jerry Esperanza, Engr. Inah Andrea Din and Dr. Rocan B. Pangan when they embraced the invitation and Read More ...
DOST-PCAARD awarded URS P1,601,030.00 for Project 1C-IPTBM Implementation
Life is beautifully colored with surprises and blessings such as DOST– PCAARRD grant to fund the full implementation of the project titled Project 1C– Enhancing the Intellectual Property Technology Business Management (IPTBM) in the University of Rizal System with Dr. Read More ...
URS joined DOST-PCAARRD’s Agri-Aqua Innovation Pitch Fest
With the unrelenting desire to power up his perspective in the name of research productivity, Prof. Jerry Esperanza as a technology genera-tor joined and competed during the Agri-Aqua Innovation Pitch Fest with his Power Smoke Portable Cold–Smoking Device which landed Read More ...
Getting a good Race with DOST- PCAARRD’s RAISE Program
Toward an enriched horizon and competency building in the name of Intellectual Property adeptness, Prof. Jerry C. Esperanza, Dr. Rocan B. Pangan, and Engr. Inah Andrea Din successfully immersed themselves and completed the 4th DOST-PCAARRD IP Master Class which was Read More ...
7th CALABARZON Research, Statistics and Innovation Forum
The CALABARZON Regional Development Council – Regional Research and Innovation, Statistics, and Innovation Forum with the theme “Innovations Towards a Resilient, Healthy, and New Normal Ready CALABARZON” last October 14, 2022 (Friday), 9:00am, via Zoom video conference.
Flexing the URS 16th RDEP Congress
A total of fifty-seven (57) participants for the twenty-seven (27) qualified entries during the 16th RDEP Congress held on August 23, 2022, championed research and extension papers that remark-ably inspired a delight in realizing break-throughs not just among the individual Read More ...