Socially Relevant Technologies (SRT) Project
It is the mission of the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) to develop the culture and create the environs for the country’s institutions to start using patent information to impart knowledge and drive Filipino innovations by building upon existing knowledge. Thus, IPOPHL aggressively pursues the promotion and utilization of patent information for technology transfer and development and as a strategic tool for economic development and global competitiveness.
Initially, IPOPHL scheduled the launching of the 1st SRT Pitching Competition on March 17, 2020. But due to the postponement of physical events since the coronavirus pandemic, this launching event is moved to August 19, 2020 and will be conducted online. The event will work towards the development of Filipino innovations through creating a culture that is knowledgeable on patent information, which can be a tool to find SRTs that will address the water crisis that majority of Metro Manila experienced in 2019.
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- To identify innovative solutions to address the water crisis
- To promote the use of patent information as a tool in locating innovative solutions
- To provide a platform for different sectors to talk about technological trends and alternative technology
Eligibility:
The 1st SRT Pitching Competition is open to all Filipino-owned innovations that will be relevant to addressing the water crisis. Individual entries must be from a Filipino citizen and group entries must have at least one (1) Filipino citizen.
Criteria:
Those eligible will have to meet the following criteria:
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- The nominated technologies must have the potential to solve the water crisis or contribute to water conservation measures;
- Must be new and innovative;
- Have commercial potential; and
- Be socially relevant and sustainable
Winners
The following prizes will be given to three winners:
| First Prize | Cash prize of PhP 50,000.00 and plaque |
| Second Prize | Cash prize of PhP 25,000.00 and plaque |
| Third Prize | Cash prize of PhP 10,000.00 and plaque |
- Deadline for submission of entries is on the 6th of March, 2020.
- Individuals or groups must submit their accomplished entry forms and all supporting materials to maricon.zabala@ipophil.gov.ph or mariconzabala@gmail.com addressed to Engr. Maria Concepcion Zabala of the Innovation Bureau of IPOPHL.
- All entries will undergo pre-screening conducted by IPOPHL.
- Those that have passed the pre-screening will be informed to make a presentation of entries to be presented to the 1st SRT Pitching Competition Panel of Judges.
- The panel of judges shall make their decisions based on the following criteria:
| Novelty and innovativeness of the technology | 20 points |
| Readiness for commercialization | 40 points |
| Impact and benefits to society
| 10 points 20 points |
| Demonstration/ presentation | 10 points |
| Total | 100 points |
- Multiple entries by the same individuals or groups are allowed.
- Individuals or groups participating in the competition shall retain their intellectual property rights. All persons involved in the judging and administration of the contest shall sign NDAs to ensure no prejudicial disclosure of intellectual property, although titles and a short description may be published.
- Entries will not be returned and will be destroyed after the competition end.
- Individuals or groups participating agree to be bound by the rules and mechanics of this competition.
- Employees of IPOPHL and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household are not eligible to participate.
- There is no guarantee that the winning entry will receive a patent grant or utility model registration from IPOPHL or any other entity.
- If a winning entry is a collaboration between an individual or group with any institution, the winning entry shall be governed by their existing IP policy and if no such agreement or contract exists, the breakdown of prizes will be as follows:
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Program
Master of Ceremony - Ms. Emmelina Masanque
9:30 - 9:40 | Video Presentation
- About IPOPHL and SRT Project
9:40 - 9:50 | Opening Message
- Atty. Rowel S. Barba, Director General, IPOPHL
9:50 - 10:00 | Keynote Message
- Hon. Pia S. Cayetano, Senator/Chairperson, Committee on Sustainable Development Goals, Innovations, and Future Thinking
10:00 - 10:10 | Background of the SRT Project and Objective
- Atty. Mary Grace Cruz-Yap, Director IV, IPOPHL
10:10 - 10:30 | Presentation of the Technical Report on Innovative Solutions to the Water Crisis
- Engr. Maria Concepcion S. Zabala, IP Rights Specialist II, IPOPHL
10:30 - 10:40 | Question and Answer
10:40 - 10:50 | Announcement of the Winners of the 1st SRT Pitching Competition
- Ms. Winelma Garcia, IP Rights Specialist II, IPOPHL
10:50 - 11:00 | Closing Remarks
- Atty. Teodoro C. Pascua, Deputy Director General, IPOPHL
Judges
- Virginia F. Aumentado
- Chemical Engineer, alumna of the University of Santo Tomas, holder of Masters Degree in Business Administration
- Former head of the IP Search and Documentation Division of the DITTB, in-charge of providing patent search and patent mapping and analytics services
- Ramon Alikpala
- CEO of FutureWater Asia, an acknowledged leader in the Philippine Water Sector
- Served as Executive Director of the National Water Resources Board from 2002 to 2009 and was appointed as Chairman of the Board of the MWSS from 2010 to 2013
- Dr. Geraldo S. Petilla, DPA
- Chief Administrative Officer of the National Research Council of the Philippines of the Department of Science and Technology
- Skilled in collaboration, capacitating people in Science for Development, research partnerships and resource generation, international relations,
political science, and governance.
Participants
Title of Entry | Institution | Inventors | Advisers |
Pipe Leak Detector | Samar State University | Marlou G. Nablo, Mark Glyvan C. Albos, Jodel L. Mahinay | Adrian U. Gadin and Nikko Ardel P. Floretes |
Self-Sufficient Automatic Watering Device | Tublay School of Home Industries – Main | Baliga, Yronne Paul S.; Bangcado, Joen V.; Batara, Jernazi S.; Quiva, Denmark John | Agustina Padinay |
Surface Water Treatment and Sterilization System for Producing Oxygen-Rich Drinking Water | Ozone Dynamic Ventures | Rodrigo P. Duque |
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System, Controller and Method for Controlling Supply of Fluid in a Fluid Distribution Network | Hiraya Technology Solutions, Inc. | Ramos, Rafael King U.; Ortiz III, Gregorio L.; Marigondon, Ann Margarett L.; Cleto, Mark Stanley V.; Larcia, Stephen L. |
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Atmospheric Water Acquiring System | Samar State University | Allean Vince Chua, Marlou G. Nablo | Nikko Ardel P. Floretes |
Waterless Carwash (Less water mobile carwash service) | XOOOOM AUTOSPA Carwash while you shop | Michael Louwelle Uy |
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Sea water to tap water portable electric converter | Samar State University | Richard J. Fabriag, Chris Anthony C. Canal | Nikko Ardel P. Floretes |
Sanifil Vault Organic Sewer Filter | Royens Home Dynamic Renovation Services | Ronald Villaluz Rafer |
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Smart Commercial Water Monitoring and Billing System | Samar State University | Ronico P. Salva, Benedict H. Teves, Antonio F. Cabael, Jr. | Adrian U. Gadin and Nikko Ardel P. Floretes |
Portable Unihoused water purification and sterilization apparatus | Ozone Dynamic Ventures | Rodrigo P. Duque |
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Design and Development of Crop Water Stress Index (CWSI) Meter for Maize. | Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) | Laguinto, Acer M.; Adriano, Michael Angelo S.; Aquino, Rafael C.; Barrion, Christian Jello T.; Constantino, Allein Franz C.; Daquiz, Jillmer M.; Layson, Mark James B.; Layson, May C. | Engr. May C. Layson |
Android-Based Application for Monitoring of Automated Indoor Low-Pressure Aeroponics System for Lycopersicum Esculentum (Philippine Tomato) | Don Honorio Ventura State University | Ervin Patrick U. Cui, Mariella O. Dela Cruz, Aira Cannille C. Lalic, Jonalyn V. Napili, Jan M. Sampang, Nika Mae P. Tongol | Engr. Jennifer Elizabeth Y. Buenviaje |
Automatic Tap Water Dispenser with Filtering and Monitoring System | Batangas State University ARASOF - Nasugbu | Rolando P. Bendana, Jovelyn A. Lainez, Allan Paulo O. Cahatol, Luigi Carlo P. Queseco | Froilan G. Destreza |
CCFHRP (Ceramic & Carbon filtered Hydraulic Ram Pump) | Tublay School of Home Industries – Main | Jan Lymar M. Becte | Agustina Padinay |
A potable water producing assembly |
| Jemar Tamon Jaman |
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