Research Repository

STEM Capstone Outstanding Research Paper Award

PRODUCTION OF HOUSEHOLD PLASTIC TILE COMPOSITE MADE FROM POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE, GLASS, AND RIVER SAND

Finished on April 2025

Authors: Abuyuan, F. A. S., Ceballos, H. H. T., Espartero, J. K. G., Pudadera, N. A. C., Taran, C. J. P., Yap, E. B. G.

Abstract: This quantitative capstone research focuses on using Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) plastics to produce plastic tile composites, aiming to contribute to the mitigation of plastic waste pollution and determine its suitability …

Keywords: Compressive Strength Flammability Household Purposes PET Plastic Tile Composites Water Absorption

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STEM Capstone

GROWING WITHOUT SOIL: ASSESSING THE ADVANTAGES OF SOLAR-POWERED NUTRIENT FILM TECHNIQUE (NFT) HYDROPONICS

Finished on March 2025

Authors: Bhullar, B. S., Celeste, A. Z. P., Limson, C. B. B., Mariveles, S. D. P., Sabas, T. M. F., Villaluna, M. L. I.

Abstract: This research study aimed to investigate the advantages of the Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) in hydroponics using a solar-powered water pump. It highlights the potential of combining NFT hydroponics with …

Keywords: Lactuca sativa (romaine lettuce) Hydroponics Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) Plant growth Solar-powered pump

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STEM - Capstone Papers

PRODUCTION OF HOUSEHOLD PLASTIC TILE COMPOSITE MADE FROM POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE, GLASS, AND RIVER SAND

GROWING WITHOUT SOIL: ASSESSING THE ADVANTAGES OF SOLAR-POWERED NUTRIENT FILM TECHNIQUE (NFT) HYDROPONICS