Dr. Rezy V. Mendaño is an Associate Professor II at Samar State University, Philippines, specializing in science and physics education. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Education major in Science Education from the University of Perpetual Help System-DALTA. With over a decade of experience in teaching, research, and extension, she has contributed significantly to STEM education, curriculum innovation, and environmental sustainability research. She currently serves as Director of the Institutional Research and Extension – Monitoring and Impact Assessment Unit under the Office of the Vice President for Research, Extension, Innovation for Development. She also holds key roles in laboratory management, extension services, and research leadership. Dr. Mendaño has published in international journals, including Scopus-indexed publications, focusing on physics education, marine environmental studies, and community-based sustainability initiatives. She is also an active peer reviewer for multiple international journals, contributing to the advancement of scholarly research. Dr. Mendaño has an established portfolio of scholarly publications and technology innovations, with multiple utility models and technologies officially registered with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPhil). She likewise holds registered copyrights and academic deposits with the National Library of the Philippines, demonstrating her sustained contributions to research commercialization, knowledge production, and intellectual property development.