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MSU-IIT Ceramic Engineering students visit UP Diliman’s Advanced Materials Laboratory

Mar 31 2026

 

Expanding their learning beyond industrial plant operations, ceramic engineering students from the Department of Materials and Resources Engineering and Technology (DMRET) of Mindanao State University–Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT) gained valuable exposure to cutting-edge research during a visit to the Energy Storage and Conversion Materials Research Laboratory at the Department of Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (DMMME) of University of the Philippines Diliman on February 17, 2026.

Designed to complement the students’ exposure to the research side of materials science, the visit was coordinated by Prof. Raymond V. Rivera-Virtudazo and Engr. Harvey D. Melendrez of DMRET, who guided the students through the research facility and helped connect the laboratory demonstrations to theoretical concepts discussed in their coursework.

During the session, Prof. Eduardo R. Magdaluyo, Jr. of DMMME, introduced the students to additive manufacturing, more commonly known as 3D printing. He explained how digital designs can be transformed into functional physical components, allowing engineers and researchers to rapidly prototype materials, test structural designs, and develop innovative engineering solutions.

One of the highlights of the visit was the demonstration of the Aerocomp Ballistic Tactical Vest, a lightweight protective vest developed using fiber-reinforced polymer composites. The project showcased how advanced materials and modern fabrication techniques can be combined to produce high-performance products that go beyond the limitations of conventional manufacturing methods.

Prof. Magdaluyo also emphasized the importance of laboratory safety and the responsible use of specialized equipment, reminding students that scientific innovation must always be accompanied by discipline, ethical practice, and strict adherence to safety protocols.

The experience highlighted the importance of collaboration between universities, where shared knowledge and facilities help train the next generation of engineers and researchers who will contribute to the development of new materials and technologies for the benefit of the Filipino people.

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