Science and Technology
More cyber-attack opportunities to health sector seen
September 6, 2019, 10:02 am
YANGON, Myanmar -- As the healthcare sector becomes more digital, cybercriminals are seeing more possibilities to attack this vital industry. This was emphasized by Stephan Neumeier, Managing Director for Asia Pacific (APAC) at Kaspersky, in a statement during the start of the 5th Cyber Security… Read More
Healthcare sector among top targets of 'hackers-for-hire'
September 5, 2019, 5:45 pm
YANGON, Myanmar -- There is an urgent need for the healthcare sector to boost its cyber-defense capabilities as it is among the industries on the list of top targets of hackers-for-hire, an international cyber security firm said on Thursday. “With the healthcare sector a bit lagging in terms of… Read More
Kaspersky raises alarm over cyberattacks trend on pharma firms
September 5, 2019, 5:00 pm
YANGON, Myanmar -- An international cybersecurity company on Thursday expressed concern over the rising trend of cyberattacks observed in the pharmaceutical industry. “While it is a known fact that money-hungry cybercriminals can easily earn by attacking banks, we also observe that these… Read More
PH-made building 'health' monitor launched
September 2, 2019, 8:28 pm
MANILA -- A Filipino-made equipment that could monitor the "health" of a building was launched on Monday in Pasay City. For a more economical price, building owners and government agencies can now purchase USHER (Universal Structural Health Evaluation and Recording System), an equipment developed… Read More
TESDA lifts tech-voc image thru ladderized diploma program
August 29, 2019, 9:17 pm
MANILA -- The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) lifted the image of technical-vocational (tech-voc) education by creating a "ladderized diploma program", Secretary Isidro Lapeña bared on Thursday. In an exclusive interview with the Philippine News Agency (PNA), Lapeña… Read More
5G tech can ease traffic, address flood in PH: expert
August 17, 2019, 2:53 pm
MANILA-- Countries like the Philippines which have concerns on flooding and traffic congestion, stand to benefit more from the use of fifth-generation or 5G technology, an expert said. Dr. Henry Chan, a development economist based in Singapore and a senior research fellow at the Cambodia Institute… Read More
DOST chief wants OP to initiate drafting of Space Agency's IRR
August 16, 2019, 4:25 pm
MANILA -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Peña on Thursday asked the Office of the President (OP) to initiate drafting the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the country's would-be Space Agency. In an interview with the Philippine News Agency (PNA),… Read More
DOST chief confident in university's R&D vs. dengue
August 15, 2019, 8:09 pm
MANILA -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Peña said he is confident that the drug versus dengue currently being developed by a team of university researchers would be successful. "I have high confidence on this R&D (research and development), and that it… Read More
Over 200 OFWs attends digital literacy training in Singapore
August 7, 2019, 9:56 pm
MANILA -- More than 200 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have acquired additional knowledge about the digital world after participating in the training workshop in Singapore on Aug. 4 this year. Facebook facilitated the launching of the workshop in partnership with the Philippine Embassy,… Read More
DOST-assisted herbal supplement vs. dengue to be out mid-August
August 6, 2019, 1:44 pm
MANILA -- A herbal supplement developed through a loan from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) will be available by mid-August. DOST Secretary Fortunato dela Peña, in an interview with the Philippine News Agency (PNA) on Tuesday, said the supplement was made from "tawa-tawa"… Read More
DOST chief bats for technologies to help curb dengue
August 1, 2019, 6:58 pm
MANILA -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Peña has suggested using DOST-developed products or research to curb the rising dengue cases in the country. Latest data from the Department of Health (DOH) revealed that from June 30 to July 6, there were 5,744… Read More
PH to work on innovation to further boost global ranking: DOST
July 25, 2019, 8:47 pm
MANILA -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Pena on Thursday vowed to address the country's weaknesses on innovation to further increase its ranking in the Global Innovation Index (GII). "Of course, to achieve a higher ranking, we have to work on our weaknesses.… Read More
DOST introduces new technologies, facilities in 1H 2019
July 21, 2019, 8:40 pm
MANILA — The Department of Science and Technology is grateful for President Rodrigo Duterte's support to its endeavors."So far, all of our project proposals were approved," DOST Secretary Fortunato dela Peña told the Philippine News Agency (PNA) in an interview. The agency, he noted, launched… Read More
DOST chief grateful of PRRD's support to S&T
July 19, 2019, 7:51 pm
MANILA -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Peña said on Friday he is grateful for President Rodrigo Duterte's support to science and technology (S&T). "Like what (Education) Secretary Leonor Briones said during the opening ceremony (of the National Science and… Read More
DOST opens Nat'l Science & Technology Week celebration
July 17, 2019, 6:17 pm
MANILA -- The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) on Wednesday officially opened the National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) celebration at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. The National S&T Week is being observed annually every July. The DOST regional offices also prepared… Read More
Public urged to join Nat'l Science & Technology Week celebration
July 12, 2019, 5:17 pm
MANILA — The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is inviting everyone to join the celebration of the National Science & Technology Week (NSTW) from July 17 to 21 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. The National S&T Week is being observed annually every July. The DOST regional… Read More
PH needs more scientists: NAST
July 12, 2019, 10:12 am
MANILA -- The National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST), in its annual scientific meeting from July 10-11, concluded that the country needs more researchers, and an improved government procurement process is vital to achieve this. NAST is mandated to advise the President on matters related… Read More
DOST chief cites techs to address PH's environmental woes
July 11, 2019, 6:35 pm
MANILA -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Peña on Wednesday cited the various strategies to address the challenges in the country's carrying capacity. During the two-day National Academy of Science and Technology’s (NAST) annual scientific conference in… Read More
DOST chief hopes for more jobs for scientists
July 10, 2019, 10:23 am
MANILA -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Pena wishes for more local employment opportunities for the scientists and researchers. Outstanding Young Scientists, Inc. (OYSI) president Merlyn Mendioro said the Philippines only have 189 scientists per million,… Read More
Dela Peña eyes partnership to adapt DOST techs
July 9, 2019, 4:48 pm
MANILA -- In terms of support from the Duterte administration, Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Peña said on Tuesday he hopes more agencies would partner with the agency and adapt its technologies. "I hope (the administration would) encourage line agencies to… Read More
