The Nursing Research Forum 2026, held on April 29, 2026 at the Aula Maria Hall of Saint Mary’s University as part of this year’s Linggo ng Likha at Lingkod, successfully showcased the innovation, critical thinking, and academic excellence of nursing students. Serving as a platform for evidence-based practice, the event highlighted diverse research studies addressing relevant health concerns and contributing to the advancement of the nursing profession.

Across the Oral Presentation, Research Poster, and Best Paper categories, participants demonstrated strong research foundations, effective communication skills, and creativity in presenting their work. Each category reflected the students’ dedication to producing meaningful and impactful research studies that contribute to improved patient care and community health outcomes.

More than a competition, the forum emphasized the importance of research in nursing practice. It reinforced the role of student nurses as future leaders and innovators capable of transforming knowledge into action.

The forum also recognized outstanding student researchers for their exemplary work:

Oral Presentation Category

• Best Presenter – Mr. Earvin Michael Bibay – “Ushering a New Age: Exploring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence-Driven Learning on the Academic Experience of Nursing Students”
• 2nd Best Presenter – Ms. Maria Gracia Meneses – “Senior Nursing Students’ Level of Satisfaction with the Clinical Learning Experience During the Mid-Year Affiliation Program”
• 3rd Best Presenter – Mr. Jan Xedrik Timbang – “Experiences of Nursing Students on Artificial Intelligence”

Research Poster Category

• Best Poster – Castro et al. – “Patients’ Level of Satisfaction on the Care Rendered by Senior Marian Nursing Students”
• 2nd Best Poster – Guzman et al. – “Comparative Assessment of Interprofessional Collaborative Preparedness in BS Nursing and BS Pharmacy Curricula”
• 3rd Best Poster – Balawag et al. – “Strategies of Varsity Players in Managing Academic and Athletic Obligations”

Best Paper

• Best Paper – Timbang et al. – “Experiences of Nursing Students on Artificial Intelligence”
• 2nd Best Paper – Bibay et al. – “Ushering a New Age: Exploring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence-Driven Learning on the Academic Experience of Nursing Students”
• 3rd Best Paper – Butic et al. – “Teenage Filipino Fathers’: A Transition into

Their Lived Experiences”

As the event concluded, it stood as a testament to the passion, commitment, and scholarly excellence of nursing students in advancing the field through research.