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By Christian Dominic I. Casimiro, DOST-1

Forensic science, particularly DNA analysis, has transformed investigations worldwide by providing concrete biological evidence that helps identify suspects, exonerate the innocent, and ensure justice is served. In the Philippines, where the justice system grapples with prolonged detention and overcrowded jails, integrating forensic science into routine investigations could be a game-changer. In celebration of Women's Month, the Department of Science and Technology Region 1 (DOST Region 1), in partnership with DZAG Radyo Pilipinas Agoo, featured forensic scientist Academician Maria Corazon A. De Ungria in its Tekno Presyensya radio program on March 13, 2025. As the Director of the DNA Analysis Laboratory at the Natural Sciences Research Institute of the University of the Philippines Diliman (NSRI-UPD), De Ungria underscored the critical role of women in forensic science and the broader scientific community.

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DOST ZONAL CONFERENCE
MINDANAO LEG (1 of 2)
ILIGAN CITY, PHILIPPINES
14 MARCH 2025

PRESS RELEASE

ILIGAN CITY, Philippines – Researchers, scientists, innovators, entrepreneurs, and academic leaders gathered at the DOST Zonal Conference held at Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT) on March 14, 2025. As the fourth in a series of five nationwide roadshows, the conference spotlighted three key DOST initiatives: Program PROPEL, Science, Technology, and Innovation for SDGs (STI4SDG), and the Pagtanaw 2050 STI Foresight Training Series—all designed to accelerate technology transfer, commercialization, and the growth of a robust science and technology ecosystem for national development. Following successful legs in Baguio, Batangas, and Cebu, this event marked the first Mindanao session, with a second leg tentatively scheduled for April 2025.

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Seventy-one percent of respondents agree that the programs and services of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) contribute to a “resilient, unified, and sustainable Philippines,” with only 14% undecided, and 6% in disagreement.

In general, seven out of 10 Filipinos, or 71 percent, are aware of science and technology in the country, according to a December 2024 Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey commissioned by DOST.

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By Allan Mauro V. Marfal, DOST-STII

DOST secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. (R) with DICT secretary Ivan John Uy during the signing of a tripartite MOA that seeks secure and transparent midterm election. (Photo courtesy of DOST-NCR)

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) wants to ensure a secure, transparent, and reliable midterm election in May 2025 by seeking the expertise of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT).