Science and Technology
PCIEERD taps PIA in sci-tech info drive
July 1, 2024, 5:07 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology (PCIEERD) has tapped the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) to help them laymanize complex science and technology (S&T) information and communicate these to more people in the regions. "This collaboration underscores… Read More
Up to P100K at stake in DOST's search for best sci-tech stories
June 20, 2024, 6:00 pm
MANILA – Media personnel and content creators could win as much as PHP100,000 in the Department of Science and Technology's Bantog Awards for Media and Communication. "We do the awards to honor exceptional stories that showcase the benefits of science and technology (S&T) to the public,"… Read More
DOST, Mapua U launch localized weather monitoring system
May 31, 2024, 9:08 pm
MANILA – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Mapua University launched in Manila on Friday a localized weather monitoring system the latter has developed. Funded by the DOST-Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD)… Read More
PH, Japan to hold joint research on water concerns
May 28, 2024, 4:30 pm
MANILA – Researchers from Japan and the Philippines will work together in finding solutions to address water concerns such as lack of potable water in far-flung areas, an official of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) said Tuesday. "There are many issues that our local and… Read More
Rizal schools get science, research tech kits from DOST
May 23, 2024, 8:38 pm
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in Calabarzon, through its Rizal Provincial Science and Technology Office (PSTO), has provided technology kits that are expected to boost learning among students of two high schools in Rizal province. In an interview on… Read More
AI can manipulate elections worldwide, expert says
May 22, 2024, 1:41 pm
ISTANBUL – Artificial intelligence (AI) can manipulate elections all around the world, said the chairman of the Department of Mass Communication at US-based Stephen F. Austin University, thus it is important that some regulations are introduced. John Allen Hendricks, during a conference titled… Read More
DOST cultivating silk industry in Calabarzon
May 21, 2024, 11:59 am
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna – The Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI) has teamed up with the private sector to establish a silkworm-rearing facility in Pangil town in this province as part of a broader effort to grow a silk industry within Calabarzon. In a phone interview on Monday, Aaron… Read More
Palawan students get robotics lessons
May 21, 2024, 10:50 am
PUERTO PRINCESA, Palawan – Some 50 youngsters in this city with high aptitudes for science were given the tools they need to pursue careers in robotics, thanks to the efforts of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and several technology companies. Ranging from Grade 7 to 11, these… Read More
UP Manila reduces carbon footprint with more solar panels
May 18, 2024, 1:09 pm
MANILA – The University of the Philippines Manila (UPM) is advancing its commitment to environmental sustainability by expanding its solar panel installations across campus, effectively reducing its carbon footprint. The solar panel arrays -- a total of 10,000 square meters -- will be laid out… Read More
DOST 'igniting' Batangueño students' interest in science, math
May 14, 2024, 4:16 pm
BATANGAS CITY – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has stepped up efforts to provide public and private school students in this province with advanced study resources for stimulating their interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). In an interview on… Read More
DOST links with Leyte traders to promote technologies
May 13, 2024, 8:40 pm
PALO, Leyte – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has tied up with the business group in Leyte to promote the application of available technologies for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). During the signing of the memorandum of agreement at the Seafood and Ribs Warehouse… Read More
DOST-Cavite introduces dual drum composting system
May 10, 2024, 3:48 pm
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI) has unveiled a pioneering solution for efficient organic waste management called the Dual Drum Composter. In a phone interview on Friday, Anna Marie Daigan, senior science… Read More
Nuclear energy key to addressing power woes – PNRI chief
May 7, 2024, 6:16 pm
MANILA – Nuclear energy could help in addressing power shortage in the country, the head of the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI) said Tuesday. In a Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon briefing, PNRI executive director Carlo Arcilla said nuclear has four million times more energy than gasoline.… Read More
NAST: Golden Rice, Bt eggplant safe to eat, beneficial to farmers
May 4, 2024, 9:57 am
MANILA – A member of the National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) on Friday reiterated that genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are safe for consumption and are helpful to farmers. The pronouncement came as the Court of Appeals (CA) recently halted the commercial propagation, field… Read More
DOST, foreign partners help Carmona transform into 'smart city'
April 24, 2024, 8:05 pm
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna – The City of Carmona in nearby Cavite province is leveraging the support of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and international partners to advance its goal of becoming a “smart city.” This can be gleaned after the Carmona City government signed a… Read More
TESDA students’ plastic shredder invention eyed for production
April 23, 2024, 10:00 pm
BAGUIO CITY – Scholars of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) have invented a plastic shredder to help protect the environment. “We thought of developing a plastic shredder project as a requirement in our Research subject in class, which is needed before we… Read More
Bamboo textile innovation hub eyed in Ilocos Norte town
April 19, 2024, 6:12 pm
LAOAG CITY – The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) is eyeing to establish a Bamboo Textile Fiber Innovation Hub (BTFIH) in Vintar, Ilocos Norte to engage local communities in fiber processing. Dr. Teresita A. Tabaog, DOST 1 Regional… Read More
DOST helps Sorsogon farmers produce vinegar from coconut water
April 18, 2024, 3:39 pm
LEGAZPI CITY – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), through its Sorsogon provincial office, has released a PHP520,000 grant to establish an accelerated coconut water vinegar production for a farmers' association in Barcelona town early this week. In a phone interview on Thursday,… Read More
DOST extends study on quakes' effects on Laguna buildings
March 21, 2024, 8:40 pm
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna – Sophisticated equipment operated by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) for monitoring the impact of earthquakes on infrastructure will remain installed in the San Pedro City Hall and Cabuyao City Hospital until September 2025. An extension of the study on how… Read More
DOST partners with 2 Canadian universities for scholarships
March 14, 2024, 6:20 pm
MANILA – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) announced Thursday it has inked partnerships with two Canadian universities to provide scholarships to Filipinos. The agreements were signed with University of Saskatchewan (USask) and University of Alberta (UAlberta) on March 13 in… Read More
