research and development center

The Research and Development Center (RDC) of the International School of Asia and the Pacific (ISAP) serves as the institution's hub for research and scholarly inquiry. It promotes the development of high-quality, ethical, and evidence-based studies in the health and social sciences to support academic excellence, informed decision-making, and community development. Through research initiatives, capacity-building activities, and collaborative partnerships, the RDC contributes to the advancement of knowledge and innovation while addressing local, national, and global issues. The center remains committed to producing relevant and impactful research that supports the vision and mission of the institution.

Objectives

To develop awareness and evolve a research culture among the stakeholders of education in the school.
To conduct qualitative and quantitative researches relevant to curricular programs of the school contributory to the realization to its general trust.
To develop liberal policies and pro – active programs which shall strengthen the various agenda of the school.
To contribute to the reservoir of knowledge with the end in view of improving existing practices and paradigms.

research agenda

A.Y. 2018 - 2022

The ISAP Research Agenda serves as the institution’s guiding framework for research and development initiatives. It was developed through collaborative consultations with academic leaders, faculty members, program coordinators, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with institutional goals and emerging educational, professional, and community needs.

The agenda reflects the institution’s commitment to advancing knowledge, improving academic programs, and contributing to evidence-based practice. It promotes research that is relevant, ethical, and impactful, addressing contemporary issues in health, education, science, technology, management, and community development.

Aligned with the institution’s Vision and Mission and responsive to national and international research priorities, the agenda encourages multidisciplinary and participatory research that supports innovation, sustainable development, and lifelong learning. It serves as a reference for researchers in identifying priority topics and producing meaningful outputs that contribute to institutional growth and societal advancement.

Purposes

To give focus and direction on research and development efforts that will address the needs of the college.
To serve as a guide to policy makers, funding and donor agencies and researchers from public and private sectors should invest to ensure the productivity and quality of life.
To help in providing evidence based solutions to vital concerns
To serve as basis in maximizing resources for utilization and minimize duplication of research efforts.

RESEARCH PRIORITIES

Listed below are the research priority areas. Specific priority research topics are listed in each major research area.

Major Topics

Priority Area 1: Culture

Priority Area 2: Environmental Protection and Conservation

Priority Area 3: Business innovation and opportunities

Priority Area 4: Health and health services

Priority Area 5: Students and Alumni

Priority Area 6: Management

Priority Area 7: Crime

Priority Area 8: Deviant Behaviour

Priority Area 9: Public Safety

Priority Area 10: Community related system

Priority Area 11: Technology research

Priority Area 12: Employees

Priority Area 1: Culture

Priority Area 2: Environmental Protection and Conservation

Priority Area 3: Business innovation and opportunities

Priority Area 4: Health and health services

Priority Area 5: Students and Alumni

Priority Area 6: Management

Priority Area 7: Crime

Priority Area 8: Deviant Behaviour

Priority Area 9: Public Safety

Priority Area 10: Community related system

Priority Area 11: Technology research

Priority Area 12: Employees

References

Commission on Higher Education. Memorandum Order No. 42, Series of 2010, CHED Priority Research Areas in the Natural Sciences. 2010.
Department of Science and Technology. The DOST Five-point priority program for 2011-2016. 201.
Executive Order No. 604, Creating the Presidential Coordinating Council on Research and Development. In http://www.gov.ph/downloads/2007/02feb/20070216-EO-0604-GMA.pdfaccessed 22 July 2011.
National Economic and Development Authority. Philippine Development Plan 2011-2016.In http://devplan.neda.gov.ph/accessed 22 July 2011
NHERA 2, National Higher Education Research Agenda, http://www.tua.edu.ph/downloads/nehra.pdf
UNESCO moving forward the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, http://unesdoc.unesco.org/images/0024/002477/247785e.pdf

vision

The Research and Development Center envisions to be the center of scientific inquiry and program development in the institutions principally in the allied health disciplines and other relevant disciplines which advance the noble vision–mission of the school thus contribute to its development.

mission

The Research and Development Center is committed to conduct scientific and technological researches to probe existing phenomena in the allied health disciplines and other relevant disciplines and develop progressive policies and responsive programs which address the mandate of this institution.