Science and Technology
DOST opens PH 1st fuel cell R&D, testing center
July 6, 2023, 7:59 pm
MANILA – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) on Thursday opened the country's first fuel cell research and development (R&D) and testing center which seeks to provide the industries with support on basic and applied research and technology development. Located inside the DOST… Read More
DOST showcases creative industry in 'Likha' festival
July 4, 2023, 4:28 pm
LOS BAÑOS, Laguna – The Department of Science and Techonology-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) on Monday launched here the “LIKHA: Forest Products Innovation Reimagined”, a week-long event highlighting the relevance of programs creating high quality,… Read More
DOST gives P100-K to 20 women-led enterprises
June 26, 2023, 8:29 pm
MANILA – Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) on Monday gave PHP100,000 prize each to 20 women-led enterprises as part of its Women-Helping-Women: Innovating Social Enterprises (WHWise)… Read More
TIP seeks to develop energy storage system
June 5, 2023, 6:00 pm
MANILA – The Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP) is seeking to develop a battery energy storage system (BESS) as one of the deliverables of its Advanced Batteries Center. "The (BESS) project forms part of the deliverables of the Center. Once we have confirmed the accuracy,… Read More
PTRI to establish more bamboo textile fiber innovation hubs
May 19, 2023, 5:04 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI) will establish at least three more Bamboo Textile Fiber Innovation Hub (BTFIH) until 2024, adding to the current three hubs, its chief said Friday. PTRI officer in charge Julius Leaño said one would be launched in Lagangilang, Abra this… Read More
Scientist wants center for polymers available across PH
May 18, 2023, 8:43 pm
MANILA – A Balik Scientist on Thursday expressed his wish that the Center for Sustainable Polymers (CSP) -- currently available for use in Region 10 -- be made available to other regions by making it a national center. Balik Scientist Robert Malaluan said he is seeking the government's support… Read More
TAPI allots P16-M to help MSMEs commercialize innovation
May 11, 2023, 6:32 pm
MANILA – The Technology Application and Promotion Institute (TAPI) has allocated an initial PHP16 million for this year to aid the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) commercialize their innovations. "It (allocation) can be increased depending on the availability of funds. The amount… Read More
AI ‘won’t replace human creativity,’ says digital media artist
May 11, 2023, 4:38 pm
ISTANBUL – As concerns over potential risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI) continue to mount, a prominent data artist has offered a refreshing perspective by saying that machines "will not replace human creativity." “As a concept, it gives us a lot to ponder in terms of how we define… Read More
PCIEERD urges gov’t to use local air quality device
April 27, 2023, 9:33 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Council for Industry Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD) is urging the government to use a locally-developed air quality monitoring device prior to issuing Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) to industries. PCIEERD is pushing for… Read More
What impact could ChatGPT have on journalism?
April 20, 2023, 7:56 pm
ISTANBUL – Ever since its release in November 2022, ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence-driven chatbot developed by research and development firm OpenAI, has been a topic of discussion among journalists regarding its potential influence on the news industry and media. ChatGPT is capable of… Read More
DOST launches 'game-changing’ water pollutant treatment
April 17, 2023, 8:09 pm
MANILA – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) on Monday inaugurated the plant-based treatment to reduce water pollutants at the SUBICWATER in Zambales. DOST Undersecretary Leah Buendia told the Philippine News Agency that the technology used plants such as vetiver grass, phragmites… Read More
DOST boosts herbal plants, veggies production in Bulacan
April 12, 2023, 8:05 pm
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is continuously promoting hydroponics technology to boost the production of herbal plants and other vegetable crops in Bulacan province. DOST Regional Director Julius Cesar Sicat said on Wednesday the agency has… Read More
Fintech firm boosts app's security feat via 'chat'
March 31, 2023, 6:09 pm
MANILA – Mynt, the operator of e-wallet app GCash, announced that it will soon roll out an in-app chat to further ramp up security features. In a presentation Thursday night, Digital Experience head Michelle Fernandez said that seamless and error-free transactions are likely with the use of… Read More
DOST helps N. Ecija farmers’ coop reduce post-harvest losses
March 21, 2023, 6:24 pm
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has provided processing equipment to a farmers’ cooperative in Nueva Ecija that could help reduce post-harvest losses. The equipment will be used by the Nagkakaisang Gabay sa Bayan ng Gabaldon for the processing… Read More
DOST supports locally developed beauty, health innovations
March 16, 2023, 6:58 pm
MANILA – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) on Thursday said it has been supporting the development of local beauty and health innovations, with two products set to be launched in July. Doralyn Dalisay, a Balik Scientist, recently teamed up with local pharmaceutical firm Maridan… Read More
FPRDI urges public to learn wood, bamboo skills via free webinars
March 14, 2023, 7:15 pm
MANILA – The Forest Products Research and Development Institute (FPRDI) announced on Tuesday the provision of free online training on bamboo and wood skills and technologies set on March 23 to November 23. Topics include resin lamination, charcoal briquetting technology, wood and bamboo waste… Read More
DOST chief thanks PBBM's support to science community
March 10, 2023, 7:18 pm
MANILA – Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. on Friday thanked the support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. who emphasized the importance of the science community towards achieving the country's socio-economic goals. Marcos on Friday attended the… Read More
4 Tarlac public schools get audiovisual teaching aids from DOST
March 3, 2023, 7:16 pm
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga – The Department of Science and Technology-Central Luzon (DOST-3) has provided teaching aids to four public schools in La Paz, Tarlac. The schools that received interactive multimedia audiovisual teaching aids including a 40-inch, high-definition, light-emitting… Read More
SoKor plans to lead future wireless frequencies by launching 6G
February 23, 2023, 8:46 pm
ANKARA -- While the global community plans to upgrade to the latest fifth-generation networking service, South Korea has announced that it will switch to a 6G network in 2028 to gain an early advantage over future wireless frequencies. Under the K-Network 2030 plan, the South Korean government… Read More
Pinoy scientists develop potential beta-lactamase inhibitor
February 21, 2023, 8:48 pm Updated on February 22, 2023, 6:30 pm
MANILA – Using marine bacteria, a team of Filipino scientists is currently developing beta-lactamase inhibitor to boost the effectiveness of antibiotics, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) said Tuesday. "Ang beta-lactamase inhibitor na nadiskubri ni Dr. Julius Adam Lopez ay… Read More
