De La Salle Angelo King Medical Research Center
The De La Salle Angelo King Medical Research Center (DLSAKMRC) spearheads the Institute's research endeavors, with a strong focus on health research. It is committed to developing a robust research environment and fostering a vibrant research culture within the DLSMHSI community. Through the provision of essential resources and infrastructure, streamlined support services, targeted capacity-building programs, expert mentorship, and collaborative initiatives, we aim to sustain a thriving research ecosystem that nurtures discoveries, advances health research, and makes meaningful contributions to the field.
Medical Center
Nurturing Your Health
Academics
Nurturing Potentials
Research
Nurturing Discoveries
Lasallian Mission
Living the Mission
Nurturing Your Health
Nurturing Potentials
Nurturing Discoveries
Living the Mission
Medical Center
Nurturing Your Health
Academics
Nurturing Potentials
Research
Nurturing Discoveries
Lasallian Mission
Living the Mission
Grants Acquisition and Management (GAM)
GAM supports researchers in securing funding by facilitating grant applications, managing contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with funding guidelines, and overseeing post-award administration throughout the project lifecycle.

Research Administration and Compliance (RAC)
RAC Department ensures that all research activities within the Institution adhere to legal, ethical, regulatory, and safety standards, maintaining their integrity and promoting responsible, ethical, and compliant conduct.

Research Support and Development (RSD)
RSD Department provides various types of assistance, resources, and services to researchers, faculty, and staff of DLSMHSI to facilitate and enhance the development of research projects across the Institute.

Grants Acquisition and Management (GAM)
GAM assists researchers in identifying and obtaining financial support for their projects, both internally and externally. It serves as liaison between the researcher, the Institution, and the funding agency.
Research Administration and Compliance (RAC)
RAC Department ensures that all research activities within the Institution adhere to legal, ethical, regulatory, and safety standards, maintaining their integrity and promoting responsible, ethical, and compliant conduct.
Research Support and Development (RSD)
RSD Department provides various types of assistance, resources, and services to researchers, faculty, and staff of DLSMHSI to facilitate and enhance the development of research projects across the Institute.
DLSAKMRC envisions itself as the "preferred research center" within the region, committed to driving scientific progress with societal impact.
Each department plays a vital role in facilitating impactful research initiatives
and upholding the highest standards of integrity and compliance.
Research Services
DLSMHSI’s roster of medical researchers is dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and healthcare practices through rigorous research.
Research Support
A platform for faculty members to present and discuss their research findings, fostering collaboration and sharing of insights within the academic community.
DLSMHSI Researchers
DLSMHSI’s roster of medical researchers is dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and healthcare practices through rigorous research.
DLSMHSI Research SERVICES AGENDA
FOR A.Y. 2024-2029
HEALTH TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
This research agenda focuses on developing, evaluating, and implementing advanced health technologies to enhance healthcare delivery, improve patient outcomes, and optimize health systems. It explores innovations in digital health (e.g., telemedicine, machine learning, AI in diagnostics), medical devices, diagnostics, and therapeutics. The agenda highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to translate scientific discoveries into practical, scalable solutions, while addressing challenges related to regulatory compliance, cost-effectiveness, and user-adoption.
This research agenda aims to investigate the impact of dietary patterns, food quality, and nutrient intake on public health, with a focus on preventing diet-related diseases and promoting overall well-being. It prioritizes research on food safety, sustainable nutrition practices, and the development of guidelines to ensure safe consumption of food across diverse populations.
The agenda encompasses studies on how dietary habits affect health, the prevention of foodborne illnesses, and the development of standards and practices that promote food safety from farm to table. It also addresses challenges such as food contamination, nutrient preservation, and the safety of emerging food technologies. Through a multidisciplinary approach, this research agenda seeks to provide evidence that shapes policies and practices aimed at protecting public health and enhancing the nutritional quality of food systems.
NUTRITION AND
FOOD SAFETY

DISEASE PREVENTION AND PUBLIC HEALTH
This research agenda is dedicated to advancing strategies that prevent diseases and promote the overall health and well-being of populations. It focuses on identifying risk factors, developing preventive interventions, and implementing public health policies to reduce the incidence of chronic and infectious diseases. The agenda covers a broad range of topics, including vaccination programs, health education, lifestyle interventions, and environmental health. By leveraging data-driven approaches and interdisciplinary collaboration, this research aims to enhance the effectiveness of public health initiatives, improve health equity, and create healthier communities.
This research agenda is centered on understanding, preventing, and controlling infectious diseases that pose significant threats to global health. It focuses on investigating the mechanisms of disease transmission, pathogen evolution, and host immune responses, as well as developing innovative diagnostic tools, vaccines, and therapeutic strategies. The agenda addresses both emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, considering the impact of factors such as antimicrobial resistance, climate change, and global travel. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, this research aims to enhance public health preparedness and response, reduce disease burden, and improve health outcomes worldwide.
INFECTIOUS DISEASES
This research agenda focuses on exploring how mental health impacts learning and how educational and healthcare environments can promote mental well-being. It aims to understand the factors that influence mental health among students, educators, healthcare workers, and staff, and to develop strategies for fostering positive mental health in both educational and clinical settings. The agenda encompasses studies on the early identification of mental health issues, evidence-based interventions, and the role of school, hospital, and community support systems. It also investigates the prevalence, causes, and impact of mental health issues among learners, teachers, healthcare providers, and staff, while developing and evaluating interventions that support mental wellness in schools, higher education institutions, and healthcare facilities. By integrating mental health into educational and clinical practices and policies, this research seeks to enhance the overall learning and working experiences and outcomes for all individuals.
MENTAL HEALTH AND EDUCATION
SERVICES OFFERED
| Bioavailability and Bioequivalence Studies |
|---|
| Pre-Clinical to Phase IV Clinical Trials |
| Drug and Biologics Discovery and Development |
| Research Training, Support and Development |
| Research Consultation |
ADMINISTRATORS
DE LA SALLE ANGELO KING MEDICAL RESEARCH CENTER
SY 2024-2025
| POSITION | NAME |
|---|---|
| Vice Chancellor for Research Services | Susan A. Olavidez, RRT, EdD |
| Director for Grants Acquisition and Management | Riolita S. Bautista |
| Director for Research Administration and Compliance | Sigfredo V. Mata, RPh |
| Director for Research Support and Development | Carlos C. Musca, DPT, PTRP, MHSS |
| Chair, Research Education, Training and Management | Michael L. Marfori, MD, FPOA |
| Chair, Research Dissemination and Publication | George Ray B. Maravillosa, MD |
| Chair, Research Integrity, Compliance and Safety | Jennilyn Nicole G. Mendoza, RMT, AMT, LSGGB-T |
Contact Us
OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR FOR RESEARCH SERVICES
Third Floor, De La Salle Angelo King Medical Research Center
De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute
+63 (2) 8988-3100 (Manila)
+63 (46) 481-8000 (Cavite)
Local no.: 4000
PHONE
Governor D. Mangubat Avenue, Zone IV, City of Dasmariñas, Cavite, Philippines
