Science and Technology
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
DOST introduces innovations to enhance locally-made furniture
March 12, 2024, 7:52 pm
LOS BAÑOS, Laguna – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), through its Forest Products Research and Development Institute (FPRDI), is leveraging local innovations to avoid a repeat of an incident wherein wooden furniture at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) was found to be… Read More
Pentagon reports no evidence on UFO, alien, ET existence
March 9, 2024, 4:39 pm
HOUSTON, United States – The Pentagon released a study Friday about UFOs, aliens and extraterrestrial intelligence and said it has found no evidence of their existence after investigating sightings of nearly eight decades of unidentified flying objects. "All investigative efforts, at all levels… Read More
DOST resumes in-person awarding for young achievers in science, math
March 7, 2024, 6:35 pm
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in Calabarzon has announced the resumption of face-to-face Youth Excellence in Science (YES) Awarding ceremonies after a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic. In an interview on Thursday, Harley Margallo, YES event head at… Read More
Salmonella cases in PH rise to 13K in 2023
March 4, 2024, 7:18 pm
MANILA – Salmonella cases in the Philippines rose to 13,000 in 2023, from 9,000 in 2022, according to data provided by a Department of Science and Technology returning scientist on Monday. Homer Pantua said in a televised briefing that officials need to quickly address the public health concern.… Read More
DOST unveils Filipino-made e-boat
February 29, 2024, 7:10 pm
MANILA – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) officially introduced on Thursday the Filipino-made Safe, Efficient and Sustainable Solar-Assisted Plug-In Electric Boat (SESSY E-Boat) via a demo run at the Manila Yacht Club. Developed by researchers from Mapua University, the… Read More
DOST builds mini science center on Quezon's Alabat Island
February 28, 2024, 8:47 pm
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in Quezon province has completed the construction of the Mini Science Centrum on Alabat Island to enhance learning and encourage the local youth, some of whom are members of Indigenous Peoples (IP) communities, to take up… Read More
Smart glasses impair walking, reading ability - researchers
February 22, 2024, 3:37 pm
JERUSALEM – In a world where technology is increasingly integrated into daily activities, an Israeli study raises new concerns about the use of smart glasses while walking. Smart glasses are wearable devices that integrate augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) technology into a pair of… Read More
DOST institute urges forest-based startups to upskill, innovate
February 20, 2024, 8:39 pm
LOS BAÑOS, Laguna – The Department of Science and Technology’s Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) based in this town is offering technological guidance to upstart small businesses that source their raw materials from the forest. In an interview, Sarahme Esteban,… Read More
Israeli scientists offer hope for male infertility
February 19, 2024, 2:29 pm
JERUSALEM – In a major leap for male fertility research, Israeli scientists have successfully engineered “laboratory testicles” derived from mouse cells, opening new avenues for the possible production of sperm in a controlled laboratory environment. The testis plays a pivotal role in sperm… Read More
DOST calls on researchers to send proposals for funding this March
February 15, 2024, 7:33 pm
MANILA – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) on Thursday urged researchers to send proposals for possible funding from March 1 to 15. "Through the DOST's Grants-in-Aid (GIA) Program, we fund research and development (R&D) projects aligned with our priority sectors and the… Read More
3 new programs to boost textile industry
January 30, 2024, 7:23 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI) of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) will launch three programs to strengthen and further promote the industry. In his video message during a textile convention on Tuesday, DOST Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. said the PTRI… Read More
Ax-3 crew welcomed at International Space Station
January 21, 2024, 5:54 pm
ISTANBUL – A welcome ceremony was held after the arrival of the Axiom Mission 3 crew at the International Space Station (ISS) on Saturday. The seven-member station crew met the Ax-3 astronauts -- Michael Lopez-Alegria, Walter Villadei, Marcus Wandt, and Türkiye's first-ever space traveler,… Read More
DOST enjoins public to send R&D proposals; feats projects in Mindanao
January 18, 2024, 7:45 pm
MANILA – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is urging the public, especially business owners, scientists, researchers, and those in the academe, to send research and development (R&D) proposals for funding. The DOST is currently holding the Mindanao leg of Call Conference to… Read More
PTRI eyes local fabric for uniforms of gov't servants
January 4, 2024, 8:09 pm
MANILA – As the country observes the Philippine Tropical Fabrics (PTF) Month, the head of the Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI) on Thursday expressed wishes that local fabrics will attract a wider audience. In a televised briefing, PTRI Director Julius Leaño said the PTF Month… Read More