Ready-to-adopt technologies for the blue economy and smart communities take center stage at the Regional S&T Fair in Eastern Visayas
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Students from Eastern Visayas participated in an exhibit of DOST-supported technologies (Photo from DOST VIII)
The Philippines' rich marine biodiversity not only sustains the livelihoods of many Filipinos and industries but also preserves environmental balance. However, irresponsible and destructive human actions continue to pose a threat to this invaluable resource. Additionally, there remains untapped marine potential that could significantly contribute to national development.
To help promote the sustainable and responsible management of the country’s ocean resources, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) showcased its science, technology, and innovation (STI) initiatives in the Blue Economy and Smart and Sustainable Development at the 2024 Eastern Visayas Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (EVRSTW) celebration.
DOST, DOE partner to fund renewable energy innovations
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The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Department of Energy (DOE) are in search for ideas to support in the renewable energy sector.
The DOST Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD) will be opening on July 15, 2024, the Call for Proposals for its Renewable Energy Science, Technology, and Innovation (RESTI) Program.
The RESTI program is the banner program of the cooperation agreement between the DOE – Renewable Energy Management Bureau (REMB) and DOST-PCIEERD. RESTI is in accordance with RA 9513, series of 2008, or the Renewable Energy Act particularly the implementation of the Renewable Energy Trust Fund (RETF) and the DOST Grants-In-Aid Program Guidelines.
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New treatment for HIV? DOST seeks breakthrough with plant extract
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PRESS RELEASE
Built upon a published study from the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD), researchers from the University of the Philippines (UP) Manila are investigating the antiretroviral properties of a plant extract in a promising step towards potentially finding treatment for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
Among the major challenges in treating HIV is viral latency, or the ability of the virus to be in a resting (latent) state, evading detection by the immune system and current HIV medications called antiretroviral therapies (ART).
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DOST-FPRDI to recognize its sustainability partners during its 67th Anniversary Celebration
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The Department of Science and Technology - Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) will recognize its industry partners who are making an impact in the on-going efforts towards forest products sustainability.
To be launched during the Institute’s 67th Anniversary celebration, the Narra Awards has been conceived to honor micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), cooperatives, and other industry players that have improved their products and have contributed to their communities after adopting and using the Institute’s technologies or services. The awarding will happen on July 5 at the Limapark Hotel in Batangas.