Mr. Emmanuel T. Villaruel, a Master of Science in Agricultural Engineering student from the College of Engineering (CEn) of Central Luzon State University (CLSU), starts his graduate research program mobility at Washington State University (WSU), Pullman, Washington, USA, from September 7 to December 31, 2025.

Guided by the Chair of the WSU Biological Systems Engineering Department, Mr. Villaruel will work on his study on the co-processing of coconut oil to produce alternative jet fuel. He will also participate in seminars, workshops, and lectures to gain insights into current trends and developments in biomass conversion. His visit is supported by the Department of Science and Technology–Engineering Research and Development for Technology (DOST-ERDT) Scholarship Program through its Sandwich Program.

This initiative forms part of the ongoing collaboration between CLSU and WSU, which promotes international partnerships in Agricultural and Biological Engineering and related fields.