Engr. Edgar Clyde R. Lopez, Ph.D. Chemical Engineering candidate, presented his research entitled "I'm the Problem, it's me: CO2 capture by CD-MOFs is hindered by its hydrophilicity," on February 14, 2024, at the UST Thomas Aquinas Research Center auditorium, as part of the Engineering Week Celebration.
The Faculty and Undergraduate Student Engineering Research Symposium (FUSERS) 2024 was a significant event during Engineering Week, themed "117UMINATE". The symposium had two sessions, the first led by faculty members showcasing their research and the second featuring students' thesis presentations, posters, and videos to elaborate on their studies.
The inclusion of both faculty and undergraduate students in presenting their research highlights the collaborative nature of the symposium, providing a platform for both experienced researchers and upcoming talents to share their work. The question-and-answer session added an interactive element, allowing for clarification of points and emphasizing the economic and social relevance of the thesis presentations.
Engr. Cristine Jin D.S. Estrada of the Electronics and Communications Engineering department bagged the Best Presenter award for the faculty session. Meanwhile, JF Nichols Cortez of the Civil Engineering (CE) Department bagged the same award for the student category. Additionally, the ECE department claimed the Best Poster Presentation and Best Video Presentation.
The closing remarks by Faculty Assistant Dean Assoc. Prof. Cristina E. Tiangco, PhD, beautifully encapsulates the essence of the symposium, emphasizing the limitless nature of knowledge and the valuable connections made during the event. FUSERS 2024 was a successful platform for sharing ideas and fostering intellectual growth within the engineering community.