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About the Journal

CMU Journal of Science publishes quality research outputs in the field of natural sciences, mathematics, engineering, and social sciences from local, national, and international contributors. It is a peer-reviewed multidisciplinary journal published annually by Central Mindanao University, Musuan, Maramag, Bukidnon, Philippines. This official scientific journal of the University is accredited by the Philippine Commission on Higher Education (CHED) as Category B and indexed in Philippine E-journals.

CMU Journal of Science accepts papers such as original research articles, short communications, technical notes, review articles, and perspectives across all disciplines regardless of its perceived impact. All submitted papers must adhere to the accepted ethical and scientific publishing standards, research and publication ethics policies of CMUJS, and abide the guidelines for contributors before submitting manuscripts for publication.

CMU Journal of Science does not collect any publication processing fee to authors who want to submit and publish their manuscript in the said journal repository. CMUJS is also an open-access journal, which means all articles are available on the official CMUJS website free of charge. Moreover, a subscription fee of Php 250.00 is charged for those who wish to have a hard copy of the journal. Furthermore, the main author of any published research article in CMUJS may have a free hard copy of the journal in which his/her article is indicated.

Current Issue

Vol. 30 No. 1 (2026)
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It is with great honor and profound appreciation that we present Volume 30, Issue 1 of this journal, a milestone made possible through the collective dedication of our authors, reviewers, editorial board, and all those who steadfastly support the advancement of scholarly excellence. This issue features a diverse collection of rigorously peer-reviewed studies that address timely and significant concerns across education, public health, food science, engineering, environmental science, nutrition, literature, and communication. Together, these contributions demonstrate the breadth of contemporary research and its capacity to address pressing societal challenges, inform policy and practice, and promote innovation across disciplines.

We extend our sincere gratitude to our authors for entrusting us with their scholarly work, to our reviewers for their invaluable expertise and thoughtful evaluations, and to our readers for their continued engagement and support. Your dedication ensures that this journal remains a meaningful forum for academic discourse and a lasting contribution to the scholarly and professional community.

Published: 2026-07-02

Research Articles

  • Self-Assessment of Social Communication Skills: Insights into Verbal, Non-Verbal, and Listening Aspects

    Kaisheng Wang, Maria Cecilia C. Ycong (Author)
    05-17
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52751/cmujs.2026.v30.i1.anwhw8i
  • Exploring the Factors that Influence Students’ Decision in Choosing their Accommodation: A Case in the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines - CDO

    Archemedes Wabe, Gerrich Aldin Babanto (Author)
    18-39
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52751/cmujs.2026.v30.i1.tq70w7m
  • “Vaklang TWAH”: Homosexuality in Honorio Bartolome de Dios’ Select Short Stories

    Von Daniel Plasencia (Author)
    40-50
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52751/cmujs.2026.v30.i1.55skddt
  • Utilizing Strong-Alkalized Cocoa Bean Shell Powder as a Functional Cocoa Substitute in Chocolate Cupcakes

    Eliezer P. Valencia Jr., Argel A. Largado, John Joseph C. Menia, Romel M. Felismino, Katherine Anne T. Castillo-Israel, Sheba Mae M. Duque (Author)
    51-62
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52751/cmujs.2026.v30.i1.hq6ei9t
  • An Internet of Things-based Traffic Light Control System Utilizing Computer Vision for Real-time Traffic Density Calculation

    Josh Ivan M. Caramat, Princess Leila R. Ditchon, Julie Ann Lontoc, Ivan Neil B. Tapel (Author)
    63-73
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52751/cmujs.2026.v30.i1.yjvpcqy
  • Effect of Rice Hull Biochar as an Additive on the Shear Strength Parameters of Silty Sand

    Ron Gabriel O. Navarro, Juliah Cristine I. Julio, Patrick Adrian M. Salazar, Andre C. Cruz, Bien Dave B. Papasin (Author)
    74-84
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52751/cmujs.2026.v30.i1.evdz36f
  • The Removal of Ethics from Higher Education: A Critical Threat to the Philippine Educational System

    Givheart Dano (Author)
    85-93
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52751/cmujs.2026.v30.i1.rv9vsx8
  • Beta-Lactam- and Aminoglycoside-Resistant Vibrio parahaemolyticusin Marine Food Fish from Four Public Markets in Bukidnon Province,Philippines

    Johndel Remon, Zeus Elumba, Matilda Grace Cempron, Reggie Dela Cruz, Joliesa Mae Toledo (Author)
    94-106
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52751/cmujs.2026.v30.i1.n8ip2w5
  • Antimicrobial Resistance and Molecular Identification of Vibrio spp. in Shellfish at Major Public Wet Markets in Bukidnon, Philippines.

    Matilda Grace Cempron, Zeus S. Elumba, Johndel M. Remon, Joliesa Mae S. Toledo, Reggie Y. Dela Cruz (Author)
    107-116
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52751/cmujs.2026.v30.i1.ni1bft8
  • Assessing Demand for a Graduate Nutrition and Dietetics Program in Northern Mindanao

    Allene Mae N. Marapao, Marivic B. Lazar, Rachelle Gaye B. Caiña (Author)
    117-126
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52751/cmujs.2026.v30.i1.lrx0tgm
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ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS

"Embracing the challenge of developing uniquely our own theories is not merely a professional obligation; it is our pathway to shaping the future of nursing, ensuring our discipline's relevance in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape." - Demystifying Nursing Knowledge Development: Issues, Solutions and Future Directions

"In addressing dynamic challenges such as population growth and the COVID-19 pandemic, integrating agent-based simulators with activity-based travel demand models offers innovative solutions for transportation planning. This integrated approach enhances our understanding of travel behavior and enables proactive policy analysis, optimizing decision-making in a rapidly evolving transportation landscape." - A Proposed Conceptual Framework for the Integration of Agent-based Microsimulation to Activity-Based Travel Demand Models