Research and Development Center
The Research and Development Center (RDC) of the Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines (MCNP) 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.
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.
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.
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 of its general trust.
- To develop liberal policies and proactive 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.
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 on where to invest to ensure 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.
Subtopics
A. Occupational Health and Safety
- Safety and security of students and employees
- Radiation protection during simulations
B. Health Promotion Practices in the Community
- Nutrition
- Communicable Diseases
- Non-Communicable Diseases
- Maternal and Child Health, Safety Practices and Men’s Health
- Psychiatric and Mental Health
- Reproductive Health Based Rehabilitation
- Geriatric Health Care
C. Primary Health Care
- Health Information System
- Health and Wellness of MCNP employees and students
D. Community Health Activities in Community Development
- Department of Health Programs
- Employee engagement and participation in community and extension services
- Community perception on the extension and outreach programs
- Disaster Risk Management
MCNP RDC Services
- 📋 Ethics Review Processing: Expedited & full committee clearances.
- 🔬 Laboratory Facility Access: High-spec microscopes, autoclave, analytical balances, spectrometry.
- 📊 Statistical Consultation: Biostatistics design, SPSS/R mentoring.
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