Mentorship, incubation, and DOST support for students, researchers, and founders building technology in Eastern Visayas - one network across all six provinces, from Biliran to Eastern Samar.
The iHub Journey
The same four stages of support at every iHub in the network - start wherever you are.
See what's already here - the facilities, technologies, and programs you can build on in your province.
Get introduced to the mentors, researchers, and hub managers who can move your idea forward.
Shape your prototype with hands-on guidance, workshops, and university R&D facilities.
Take your product to market with incubation and innovation-grant support from DOST.
Network at a glance
Figures come straight from the live regional database and update as the network grows.
7
Total Hubs
1
Regional Hubs
2
Provincial Hubs
4
TBI Incubators
8
Startups
State Universities & Colleges (SUCs) Ecosystem
DOST Region VIII partnered incubators inside university campuses providing specialized R&D labs, mentorship, IP protection, and startup acceleration across Eastern Visayas.
Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU)
Focus
IT-BPM, Software Engineering, Digital Media
DOST-partnered TBI and DTI Shared Service Facility dedicated to incubating IT, software, and digital media startups with technical mentorship and high-speed infrastructure.
Answer three quick questions and we'll point you to the hub, mentors, and incubation programs that fit your venture.
Step 01 of 03
Regional Impact
Where the region's startups are, what they work on, and how far along they are - updated live from the portal database.
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Newsroom
The Podcast
Conversations with founders and mentors from across the region.
Whether you're a student, researcher, or founder, there's an iHub in your province ready to help you take the next step.
Southern Leyte State University (SLSU)
Focus
Food Technology, Agri-Tech, IP Commercialization
Technology Business Incubator serving Southern Leyte, focusing on technology licensing, IP management, food processing innovations, and startup acceleration under the RAISE program.
Samar State University (SSU)
Focus
Marine Technologies, Food Tech, S&T Startups
First technology business incubator on Samar Island supported under the DOST-PCIEERD HEIRIT program. Focuses on marine products, food technology, and regional technopreneurship.
Visayas State University (VSU)
Focus
Agri-aqua, Food Processing, Root Crop Innovations
Pioneering DOST-PCAARRD funded Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator focusing on commercializing agricultural innovations, food technology, and bio-based products in Eastern Visayas.
Placeholder announcement of a new cohort joining the Catbalogan provincial iHub.
June 20, 2026
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