The Second MAAP Research Seminar – Workshop with the theme “Towards a Dynamic Research Activity in MAAP” was efficiently carried –out. The enriched MAAP Research Program and Its Mechanics of Implementation Blue print was presented and gained acceptance for implementation by the academic community. SWOT analysis was also done, hence the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats in conducting research in MAAP were identified. The outputs served as springboards and guideposts that stimulated deeper understanding and appreciation of the directions being set to revitalize MAAP and how it can meet the research demands of the future.

In years 2000 and 2001, a total of twenty- five (25) research papers were accomplished. The fourteen (14) researches accomplished by the Department of Research and Extension Services and by three by faculty/staff, were mostly used by the Academic Council, Management Review Board (MRB) and Executive Committee for MAAP decision-making whereas; nineteen (19) midshipmen under the supervision of their instructors produced eight (8) research papers.