Philippine officials and key industry players will be on a one-week Nuclear Energy Mission to Canada this March to scrutinize the policy frameworks and regulatory regimes of this developed market - primarily on how it had set the bar high on its ‘cradle-to-grave’ precept of nuclear energy...
The Department of Science and Technology-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) showcased the latest advancements in wood and non-wood forest technologies, one of which is the “Silyang Pinoy.” Sample of e-bamboo (Photo from DOST) The Silyang Pinoy, an environmentally...
A portable unihoused water purification and sterilization apparatus that can be deployed in emergency situations, specifically where safe drinking water is most needed, was invented by Filipino innovator Rodrigo Duque out of a passionate desire to provide solutions that can benefit underserved...
The Department of Science and Technology-Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI), on Wednesday, Feb. 21, cited the agency’s programs and services to help Filipino inventors bring their ideas to the market. (Photo from Unsplash) DOST-TAPI’s Invention Development Division...
Although women have made significant contributions to science, these have sadly not received the recognition they deserve, said an advocate of women in science leadership. Photo from Pixabay To commemorate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on Feb. 12, the Department of Science and...
The Department of Education (DepEd) called for more opportunities for women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) as it underscored the importance of their involvement, diversity, and access in these fields. (Photo courtesy of DepEd) “Together, let us champion the...
Maynila Ballroom at The Manila Hotel; interiors of the National Musuem with the author (Photos by Mark Steven Perez) Living in Manila is like being in a long-term relationship: filled with history, highs, and lows, and, ultimately, a love that endures. Before World War II, Manila was hailed as the...
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) was well-represented at the 2023 Search for Outstanding Government Workers ceremony, with its scientists, researchers, and experts after bagging prestigious awards from the Civil Service Commission (CSC). Photo from DOST The ceremony for...
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) encouraged researchers from different universities and research institutions to submit research proposals under the criteria of the four pillars of research and development including wealth creation, wealth protection, human wealth-being, and...
Forget the cliché chocolates and flowers! This Valentine's Day, surprise your loved ones with a truly unique and unforgettable treat — tilapia ice cream. Photo from Daerry’s Tilapia Ice Cream In an interview with Manila Bulletin, Dr. Dana Vera Cruz, one of the developers of Vera Bella...
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) called for equal opportunities for women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to address the "persistent gender gap" and unlock their innovation potential. Photo from Unsplash While women have made significant strides in...
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) confirmed on Monday, Feb. 12, that the investigation is now ongoing after the agency received a bomb threat targeting one of its facilities in Bicutan, Taguig City. Photo from DOST The report was confirmed in a Viber message that the agency received a...
