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Intellimeter clinches top spot in the first Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition
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ntellimeter, a smart electric management system device developed by four Philippine Science High School - Cagayan Valley Campus (PSHSCVC) students, secured the first place in Samsung’s first-ever Solve for Tomorrow competition held in Ortigas, Manila on November 24.
Comprising both hardware and software components, the Intellimeter system offers real-time monitoring of electricity usage, aiding consumers in making energy-efficient decisions.
of and budgeting their monthly electricity bills served as the inspiration for the idea. So, we thought of a device that allows users to save money and electricity at the same time,” Gaspar said.
Intellimeter’s developers— Enzo Abad, Ethan Bautista, Zion Corpuz, and Resha Gaspar— leveraged AI integration to tackle an energy problem with a focus on promoting environmentally responsible and energy-efficient power consumption practices in the Philippines.
Being able to share a possible solution for electricity management issues, team leader Abad expressed confidence in the device’s impact to the Filipino community.
Motivated by the prevalent energy management challenges faced by individuals in their surroundings, the team conceived Intellimeter as a solution to alleviate these issues. “The difficulties our parents, the dorm managers, and business owners had with keeping track
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“The Intellimeter would benefit the majority of the Filipino community as this device strives to help people use electricity efficiently for ecological and financial set-ups,” he claimed.
ideas, turning them into practical solutions that can create an impact on the local community. The team was awarded a total of Php 960,000 in prizes, including Php 650,000 worth of Samsung devices for the school, Php 190,000 worth of Samsung devices for the students and their coach, Php 100,000 cash for team members, and Php 20,000 cash for the coach. Mr. Bryle Eusebio, Special Science Teacher II, mentored the team.
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gencies of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) worked together in spearheading events for the Regional Science and Technology Week (RSTW) held from November 14 to 16 in Tuguegarao City. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS), Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), and Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI) took part in organizing their own forums and programs. Dr. Virginia Bilgera, Regional Director of DOST R02, attended the opening ceremony held on November 14 at Robinsons Tuguegarao.
In her opening remarks, Bilgera called attention to the three-day program’s aim of highlighting the role of science, technology, and innovation in securing a resilient future. “We harness Science, Technology, and Innovation to provide a solid foundation for achieving inclusive development and national resilience,” she said. “The main theme of this celebration summed up what we have been doing at the Department of Science and Technology. Under this administration, we designed our programs, projects, and activities to significantly transform the lives of the Filipino people,” she added. As part of the opening ceremony, Philippine Science High
School - Cagayan Valley Campus (PSHS-CVC) scholars Angel Iniego, Jonhamei Blas, Kirsten Tiongson, Rianni Taguinod, Christian Ortega, and Jasmine Zipagan presented their research projects in their own exhibit booths. Other universities that exhibited research projects included Nueva Vizcaya State University (NVSU), Cagayan State University (CSU), and Quirino State University (QSU). The Simplifying Understanding of DRRM (disaster risk management) Information Exchange (SUDI-X) forum was held at Robinsons Tuguegarao right after the opening ceremony. CONTINUE TO PAGE 3
IGNITING CURIOSITY. PSHS-CVC scholar Rianni Taguinod steers booth visitors with hands-on exploration of the different parts of the microscope. Photo by
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