Empowering minds, transforming communities, and shaping the future- these were the themes that guided the Research Colloquium 2024, a collaborative event between the City Government of Baguio, the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) Baguio City Chapter, Saint Louis University (SLU) School of Engineering and Architecture, and the University of the Cordilleras (UC) College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA). The event took place on November 22, 2024, at Albergo Hotel, and gathered researchers, educators, and professionals to exchange knowledge and ideas on urban sustainability and innovation.
The colloquium featured fourteen (14) innovative research studies and case projects that tackled a wide range of urban challenges, from environmental resilience and green infrastructure to digital innovation and public space revitalization. Among the presented works were:
- Green Infrastructure in Economic Zones: A Pathway to Resilient Urban Landscapes in Baguio City Economic Zone
- Amphibious Urbanism: Development of Blue-Green Strategies for Major Parks in Baguio City Central Business District
- Urban Museum of Baguio
- Mitigating Surface Runoff through Green-Blue Infrastructure along Session Road and Harrison Road
- Public Space Quality: The Case of Baguio Public Market
- Chalk Art Square
- Revitalizing Igorot Park
- Sunshine Park Revitalization
- ALTCom: An Alternative Emergency Communication System using LoRa Module
- MediSeen: Portable Standalone Pill Identification System
- Microplastic Assessment in Balili River
- IoT-Enhanced Smart Parking Management System using Deep Learning for Optimizing Parking Spaces in Baguio City
- AI Traffic Control System for Baguio City: Real-Time Traffic Density Evaluation through Image Processing
- Smart Composting Machine for Household: Transforming Biodegradable Waste into Compost in Baguio City
The event brought together students, professors, research advisers, and representatives from various city departments, fostering dialogue on innovative solutions for Baguio’s pressing environmental and urban challenges. Each research initiative reflected a shared vision of resilience, inclusivity, and sustainability- anchored on the belief that design, science, and technology must work hand in hand to build better cities.
The Research Colloquium 2024 reaffirmed the transformative power of collaboration between the academe and local government. It demonstrated that when ideas are met with action, meaningful progress toward sustainable urban development becomes possible.
The UC College of Engineering and Architecture extends its appreciation to its partners from SLU, the City Government of Baguio, and the UAP Baguio Chapter for creating a platform that empowers students and professionals to engage in research that shapes a more sustainable future.
Innovating together, we can build a brighter, greener, and more resilient Baguio City.
The Research Colloquium 2024 supports SDG 4 (Quality Education) by promoting academic collaboration and research-based learning that cultivates innovation and critical thinking. It advances SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) through studies that apply technology and sustainable design in addressing urban challenges. It aligns with SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by prioritizing projects focused on livable, resilient, and inclusive urban development. Finally, it reinforces SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by strengthening the collaboration between academic institutions, professional organizations, and the local government toward shared goals in sustainability and innovation.
