Learning continued beyond the lecture hall as Pangasinan State University Binmaley Campus welcomed Dra. Isti Rokhyiah of Universitas Terbuka, Indonesia, on a guided tour of the University’s Accelerating Salt Research Innovation (ASIN) Center following the successful International Visiting Lecturer Program.
The tour provided with an in-depth look at the Center’s specialized facilities, research laboratories, and state-of-the-art equipment dedicated to advancing salt science, innovation, and value-added technologies. Through the walkthrough, PSU showcased its continuing efforts to strengthen research capabilities that support the sustainable development and modernization of the Philippine salt industry.
Leading the presentation was Engr. Rex B. Basuel, Program/Project Leader of the ASIN Center, who highlighted the Center’s research initiatives, ongoing projects, and scientific innovations designed to address the evolving needs of the local salt sector. The visit also underscored Pangasinan’s significant contribution as one of the country’s premier salt-producing provinces and the University’s role in transforming local expertise into research-driven solutions.
Accompanying the tour were Dr. Joseph B. Campit, Campus Executive Director, university officials, faculty members, staff and students from the College of General and Teacher Education, who engaged in meaningful discussions on University’s research initiatives, exchanged insights on academic and scientific innovation, and explored opportunities for future international collaboration and institutional partnerships.
More than a showcase of facilities, the visit reflected PSU’s commitment to integrating academic excellence with research and innovation. By opening its premier research center to international partners, the University continues to foster global academic connections while promoting homegrown technologies that create lasting impact on communities and industries alike.
As the exchange concluded within the halls of the ASIN Center, the visit served as another milestone in PSU’s internationalization efforts, demonstrating that meaningful collaboration extends beyond classrooms and lectures, reaching the laboratories and research spaces where innovation takes shape and global partnerships are strengthened.
