Science and Technology
Black hole has no effect on anyone, weather: astronomer
April 12, 2019, 6:21 pm
MANILA -- An astronomer of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said Friday the black hole has no effect on human beings and the weather. "It is too far from Earth. It does not affect the weather. No effect on human beings," Mario Raymundo… Read More
5G: More than just faster connection
April 9, 2019, 12:02 pm
SHENZHEN, China -- Fifth generation or 5G mobile network has been a buzzword in the recent years. For an end-user standpoint, 5G will bring faster connection -- faster speed to upload and download photos, videos, and other files, as well as reduced delay in sending online messages or making online… Read More
DOST, other agencies showcase R&D results
April 3, 2019, 8:37 pm
MANILA -- The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and other government agencies on Wednesday presented various research and development (R&D) results during the National Research and Development Conference held at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City. These… Read More
DOST invites industries to adopt cacao processing technology
March 29, 2019, 6:37 pm
MANILA -- The Department of Science and Technology - Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) is inviting industries and entrepreneurs to adopt the cacao and tablea processing technology it has developed. Speaking at a forum held in Alabang, Muntinlupa on Friday, ITDI Food… Read More
Balik Scientists air Filipino researchers' plights
March 23, 2019, 12:22 pm
MANILA -- Even if the Balik Scientist Act was already signed into a law in June 2018, Filipino researchers and Balik Scientists (returning scientists) still experience challenges. In separate interviews with the Philippine News Agency (PNA), two Balik Scientists shared that among these challenges… Read More
Fourth industrial revolution topbills NRCP confab
March 10, 2019, 6:43 pm
MANILA -- At least 1,000 members of the National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) are expected to attend its annual scientific conference and general membership assembly on Monday at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City. In an interview with the Philippine… Read More
DOST chief notes increasing 'Balik Scientists' may surpass target
March 6, 2019, 10:04 pm
MANILA -- There is an increasing trend among "Balik Scientists" (returning scientists) and, if this continues, might surpass the target for this year, Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Peña told the Philippine News Agency (PNA) on Wednesday. Balik Scientists are… Read More
Seminar for MSMEs in QC on March 6
March 4, 2019, 7:31 pm
MANILA -- The Department of Science and Technology-National Capital Region (DOST-NCR) will conduct a seminar for micro, small, medium enterprises (MSMEs) on Wednesday (March 6) in Quezon City, which is aimed at helping them have a more organized and efficient workplace. The seminar, dubbed as the… Read More
PH genome center expands to Visayas, Mindanao
March 1, 2019, 6:43 pm
MANILA -- For more accurate results of the genomics research in the country, the Philippine Genome Center (PGC) has expanded its reach to Visayas and Mindanao, an official said on Friday. PGC executive director Cynthia Palmes-Saloma said in the first quarter of 2019, PGC satellite facilities have… Read More
New PH genomics lab to promote human genomes research
February 28, 2019, 8:14 pm
MANILA -- Disease outbreaks can now be controlled with precision and in less time. The Commission on Higher Education - Philippine California Advanced Research Institutes (CHED-PCARI) said the Shared Genomics Core Laboratory (SGCL) at the University of the Philippines in Diliman, Quezon City would… Read More
DOST ventures into genomics health R&D
February 27, 2019, 7:22 pm
MANILA -- In an effort to be at par with the health technology of developed countries, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) announced on Wednesday that it invested more in genomics Health Research and Development. In a technology conference, DOST Secretary Fortunato dela Peña said the… Read More
DOST taps Robogals to urge studes in robotics, eng'g
February 22, 2019, 6:14 pm
MANILA -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) 10 (Northern Mindanao) has tapped Robogals Cagayan de Oro to encourage more students to try the fields of robotics and engineering. Robogals is a non-government organization that aims to encourage students to engage in engineering topics by… Read More
DOST to turn over train prototype to Bataan State U
February 21, 2019, 6:15 pm
MANILA -- The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) will turn over an Automated Guideway Transit (AGT) prototype to Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU) in Balanga City on March 14, Secretary Fortunato dela Peña told the Philippine News Agency (PNA) on Thursday. Developed by DOST… Read More
PCAARRD's project with restaurant expands this year
February 15, 2019, 6:34 pm
MANILA -- The Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources' (PCAARRD) assistance to Max's Restaurant in producing quality sweet potato will expand early this year, the Council has said. "PCAARRD has been a strong support to sweet potato (SP) breeding program and varietal… Read More
DOST recognizes student champions in 11th YES Awards
February 15, 2019, 2:50 pm
MANILA -- The Department of Science and Technology - Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) on Thursday recognized more than 700 students from the National Capital Region during the 11th Youth Excellence in Science (YES) Awards at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay… Read More
NRCP urged to work on more health-related issues
February 13, 2019, 8:18 pm
MANILA -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Peña on Wednesday expressed the need for the National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) to conduct more research that would address health-related concerns. Speaking at the “Enhancing the Public’s Level… Read More
NRCP seeks replication of bioremediation tech among agencies
February 7, 2019, 8:09 pm
MANILA -- The National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) seeks Congress' support in replicating the bioremediation technology developed by the University of the Philippines (UP), among government agencies, an executive has said.NRCP representatives, together with member Nelly Aggangan… Read More
DOST execs note importance of Space Agency creation
February 1, 2019, 9:14 pm
MANILA -- Four executives of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) on Thursday noted the importance of establishing a Space Agency in the country. In a forum held in Quezon City, DOST Secretary Fortunato dela Peña stressed that having a Space Agency is essential to help strengthen space… Read More
Businesses to benefit from PH Space Agency: DOST chief
January 29, 2019, 8:11 pm
MANILA -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Fortunato dela Pena said Tuesday businesses would also benefit once the country establishes its own Space Agency. "The Philippines is gearing up for space industry," he said in a forum held at the Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig… Read More
DOST to capacitate 10 new research centers in 2019
January 9, 2019, 6:59 pm
MANILA -- The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) will assist at least 10 new research centers this year and at the same time will also urge industry-academe partnership for research and development (R&D) in every region, Secretary Fortunato dela Pena told the Philippine News Agency (PNA)… Read More
