DOST Sec. Solidum urges scientists to find solutions to problems

By Ma. Cristina Arayata MANILA – Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. has urged scientists to focus more in developing solutions to problems, and avail of assistance from the government. “Because there are those who develop things and look for people who might benefit from these, trying to look for possible market….

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RDC, partners stage grand Innovation Day Expo in NorthMin

In celebration of the National Innovation Day on April 21 as mandated by the Philippine Innovation Act and the vibrant innovation ecosystem of Northern Mindanao led the Regional Development Council (RDC) in region 10 and partners to stage a three-day exposition of innovation impact, interactive experience and investment opportunities activities in April 20-22, 2023 at…

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Award for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) 2024 THE CALL FOR NOMINATIONS IS NOW OPEN

The Association for Philippines-China Understanding (APCU) and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of the Philippines have jointly announce the call for nominations for Awards for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU) 2024. APCU is the pioneer and the leading non-government organization (NGO) in the Philippines in promoting people-to-people diplomacy, bilateral understanding, and friendship…

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DOST, LGU MAMBAJAO SIGNS MOA TO INTENSIFY DISASTER PREVENTION

To intensify disaster risk reduction, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Local Government Unit of Mambajao signs Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to install early warning devices in strategic locations of the municipality. The MOA provisions the deployment of the DOST-Advanced Science and Technology Institute (ASTI) developed Automatic Rain Gauge and Water Level Monitoring System as well as the installation of a communication system.

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PBBM ORDERS THE UTILIZATION OF EXCESS RCEF COLLECTIONS TO ASSIST FARMERS

Driven to boost rice production and supply in the Philippines, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered the Department of Agriculture (DA) to utilize the excess collections of the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) to assist rice farmers.  In a recent meeting with DA officials, President Marcos said the RCEF excess collection beyond the P10…

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Congress on track for December passage of 20 priority bills pushed by PBBM

Both houses of Congress are on track for the December passage of the 20 priority measures requested by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. including the General Appropriations Bill, congressional leaders said on Wednesday following the Third Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC) Meeting in Malacañang Wednesday. The Senate has finished about half of the 20 priority…

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DOST enhances Kapatagan Lampakanay Weavers’ capabilities with Essential Tools, Training

Walking the ideal of inclusive innovation, the DOST program “Grassroots Innovations for Inclusive Development” (GRIND) provided interventions to the Lampakanay Weavers Association of Brgy. Lapinig, Kapatagan, Lanao del Norte through capacity building, product development, and intellectual property protection. Since its establishment in 2020, the Lampakanay Weavers Association of Brgy. Lapinig, Kapatagan, Lanao del Norte has…

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