Davao Research Journal

Highlights

DORSU recognized among the Top contributors to SERP-P in 2025

Davao Oriental State University (DORSU) proudly celebrates a major milestone after being recognized as one of the Top Contributors to the SERP-P national research database for 2025.
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DRJ inclusion in EBSCO

The Davao Research Journal (P-ISSN: 2244-4432; E-ISSN: 2984-7125) has been accepted for inclusion in EBSCO Publishing, Inc.EBSCO Publishing, Inc. is a leading international company that provides research databases, academic journals, magazines, ebooks, and discovery tools to libraries, schools, universities, and research institutions worldwide. As part of EBSCO Information Services, it works with publishers and scholarly journals to index and share peer-reviewed research, improving its visibility, accessibility, and global reach.
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DRJ inclusion in the AquaDocs

The Davao Research Journal (DRJ) is proud to announce its inclusion in AquaDocs, the joint open-access repository of the UNESCO/IOC International Oceanographic Data and Information Exchange (IODE) and the International Association of Aquatic and Marine Science Libraries and Information Centers (IAMSLIC), with support from FAO’s Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts.
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DRJ inclusion in the DOAJ

Davao Research Journal is now officially indexed in the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), joining global open access leaders. Earlier this year, DRJ was also added to the prestigious CABI abstracts, spotlighting its agricultural and environmental science research.
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DRJ inclusion in the ROAD

Davao Research Journal has joined ROAD (Directory of Open Access Scholarly Resources), an international platform managed by the ISSN Centre and UNESCO. This recognition affirms DRJ’s open-access mission, boosting its global academic reputation and making articles accessible worldwide.
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DRJ inclusion in the SERP-P

We’re thrilled to share our partnership with the SocioEconomic Research Portal for the Philippines (SERP-P) and the Davao Research Journal. This collaboration means DRJ articles will reach more stakeholders, advancing research use in social, economic, and policy communities nationwide.
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DRJ inclusion in the EZB Electronic Journal Library

Davao Research Journal is now indexed in the Electronic Journals Library (EZB) of Berlin Social Science Center. DRJ joins a community tackling global issues, ensuring our research reaches scholars, experts, and institutions in sociology, politics, and economics worldwide.
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DRJ inclusion in the BASE

Another DRJ milestone includes its inclusion in the BASE repository/database of the Bielefeld University (Germany) which enables further exposure for utilization of published articles in DRJ.Following the successful inclusion of DRJ in the SERP-P database, another DRJ milestone is its inclusion in the
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DRJ inclusion in the Harvard Library Catalogue

Exciting news! Davao Research Journal (DRJ) is now indexed in Harvard Library’s HOLLIS—the largest academic library catalog. All DRJ issues since 1998 are included, extending our reach globally, following recent inclusion in Germany’s BASE database for worldwide academic impact.
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DRJ inclusion in the Scilit database

The Davao Research Journal is now indexed in Scilit, a scholarly database developed by MDPI. With 143 articles included, its reach expands globally, joining other world-class Filipino journals like Philippine Journal of Fisheries, Philippine Journal of Science, and Philippine Social Science Journal.
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DRJ inclusion in the World Catalogue

Davao Research Journal is now indexed in WorldCat, the world’s largest library network managed by OCLC. This milestone globally boosts DRJ’s discoverability, access, and reputation, connecting its research to thousands of libraries, academics, and institutions worldwide.
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Current Issue

Vol. 17 No. 2 (2026): June

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.59120/drj.v17i2

Published: 2026-06-01

Articles

Professional Experience and Personal Circumstances as Determinants of Science Teacher Preparedness in Lupon District, Davao Oriental

DOI: 10.59120/drj.v17i2.525

Mae A. Repaso, Gemma M. Valdez, Phoebe Nemenzo-Calica

15-23
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Math Avoidance and Psychological Difficulties in Relation to Number Sense: A Structural Equation Model

DOI: 10.59120/drj.v17i2.532

Christine Claire M. Caberos, Rholey R. Picaza

24-35
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Molecular and Histopathological Detection of Vibrio harveyi Associated with Mortality in Asian Sea Bass Cultured in Sri Lanka

DOI: 10.59120/drj.v17i2.535

Sakajamary Velichor, Mohamed Naleem Mohamed Fouzi, Samanthika Jagoda, Rasika Jinadasa, Muneeb Mohamed Musthafa, Faiz Mohideen Mohamed Thassim Marikar

36-46
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Linking Environmental Factors to Phenolic Concentrations in Seagrasses of Silliman Beach and Olympia Island, Negros Oriental

DOI: 10.59120/drj.v17i2.548

Rica D. Bantoto, TJ G. Alcala, Levi Shane C. Montano, Venus B. Kinamot

47-55
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GIS-Based Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA-AHP) for Flood and Landslide Susceptibility Mapping and Urban Sprawl Assessment in the City of Mati, Davao Oriental, Philippines

DOI: 10.59120/drj.v17i2.555

Ramil L. Ramos, Jonathan S. Cabrera

56-67
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Police Self-Image in Relation to Public Trust in the Second Congressional District of Davao Oriental

DOI: 10.59120/drj.v17i2.561

Jenet Grace Fuentes, Steve Bryan B. Simbrano, Micaela Abigail Picar, Joie Jean P. Aranas

68-76
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Record-Keeping in Small-scale Aquaculture: Perceptions and Challenges

DOI: 10.59120/drj.v17i2.569

Samuel K.K. Amponsah, Peter A. Aduko

77-84
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Green Extraction and Sustainability Assessment of Total Carotenoids from Carrot (Daucus Carota) Peel Waste using Soybean Oil

DOI: 10.59120/drj.v17i2.575

Hans Cedric F. Palero, Heleina Melissa I. Bobadilla, Paolo Santino B. Ramiso, Cynthia F. Madrazo, John Ray C. Estrellado

85-96
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Policy Brief

Strengthening Resilience among Small-Scale Fishers in Coastal Communities in Davao Region

DOI: 10.59120/drj.v17i2.519

John Edward M. Jimenez, Arianne Kay O. Liguez, Michael Jeriel I. Bersaldo, Erna S. Macusi, Edison D. Macusi

6-9
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Enhancing Food Diversification to Address Food Security among Fishermen in Davao Region, Philippines

DOI: 10.59120/drj.v17i2.523

Arianne Kay O. Liguez, John Edward M. Jimenez, Michael Jeriel I. Bersaldo, Erna S. Macusi, Edison D. Macusi

10-14
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