ILOILO CITY, Philippines — West Visayas State University (WVSU) officially opened the 2nd World Research and Innovation Festival (WRIF) today, Feb. 19, via Zoom.
This year’s festival, themed “DRIVE: Discoveries, Research and Innovations: Venturing Beyond Borders and Exploring Frontiers,” highlights progressive research and innovative projects.
WRIF features research from 95 participants worldwide, including 23 international and 72 local institutions. The festival will host four international virtual conferences on different dates:
• International Conference for Medical, Dental, Health and Allied Sciences – Feb. 19-20
• International Conference for Pure and Applied Sciences – Feb. 21
• International Conference for Education and Social Sciences – Feb. 27
• International Conference for Business, Tourism and Hospitality Management – Feb. 28
Dr. Zaidatun Binti Tasir, a professor in the Department of Science and Mathematics Education at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, delivered the keynote address at the opening program. She emphasized the role of research in shaping higher education, particularly in developing and integrating artificial intelligence in the classroom.
The festival will also feature presentations from international plenary speakers and is co-hosted by various local and international institutions.
The annual event brings together scholars and researchers worldwide to explore and discuss innovations addressing social issues.
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