The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region 2 has kicked off its First Regional Research and Development Caravan on May 17 in a bid to promote research and development in the Cagayan Valley. Photo from DOST Region 2's website With a theme: “Inception to Commercialization Support to...
Researchers from the Philippines and the United Kingdom (UK) bagged research grants to facilitate and develop innovative solutions that can promote responsible mining and maximize value-adding from minerals. (Photo from DOST-PCIEERD / MANILA BULLETIN) In a statement issued by the Department of...
Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) has long been considered as nature’s miracle medicine for its numerous benefits and healing properties. (Photo from Pixabay) Now, VCO is once again in the spotlight as it can be utilized to avoid “further transmission of the virus” and as a “viable and affordable...
As the lead agency for health and health-related research initiatives, Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD) continues to support various health research projects and activities to help address the challenges brought by the...
Chilled ready-to-heat and freshly cooked ready-to-eat foods sold in convenience stores and delivery service should be stored between 1 degree centigrade to 3 degree centigrade to ensure its longer shelf-life and safety. Samples of ready-to-heat and ready-to-eat foods sold in convenience stores and...
Recognizing the importance of improving the nutritional status of adolescents, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is conducting a study involving 10 to 14 years old children in Marikina City. (Photo from Pixabay) “Dati ang inaaral natin sa malnutrition ay iyong mga infant at yung mga...
The Department of Science and Technology - Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) is studying the effects of high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) on a person’s body weight and the lipid profile. (Photo from Pixabay) DOST Secretary Fortunato “Boy” T. de la Peña, during his weekly report...
The Enhanced Nutribun (e-nutribun) technology of the Department of Science and Technology-Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) was adopted by a firm in Palawan known for offering healthy food options in the province. The e-nutribun is an improved and reformulated version of the...
The Philippines awaits the necessary application coming from Pfizer before the Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) is amended and its coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine can be used for those who are in the 12 to 15 age group. Photo by Robyn Beck /AFP/FILE PHOTO/ MANILA BULLETIN Department of...
Taking a cue from Europe’s thermal modification (TM) technology, the Philippines has developed its alternative method of preserving bamboo using oil heat treatment. (PIXABY) The development of a “hot oil bath” technology for bamboo was initiated by the Department of Science and...
Brace for the development of the country’s signature muscovy duck breed. (DOST Secretary Fortunato “Boy” T. de la Peña's Facebook) The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD) has given the...
Those who want to pursue master’s and graduate degree programs, the Department of Science and Technology- Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) is on your side. (PIXABY) DOST Secretary Fortunato “Boy” T. de la Peña has announced the availability of over 1,600 new slots for Master of Science...
