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By Caryl Maria Minette I. Ulay, DOST- STII, DOST Media Service

Is it necessary? Or a hindrance to scientific discoveries?

The National Academy of Science and Technology of The Philippines (NAST-PHL)-Agricultural Sciences Division facilitated a policy talk on the issuance of scientific permits in the Philippines on 26 September 2023, at the Acacia Hotel Alabang, Muntinlupa City and via FB and Zoom meeting livestreams.

With the theme “Kailangan ba ng Scientific Permit? Kailan? Paano? At Bakit?”, the forum made way to break and clarify the process of obtaining permits and to raise concerns coupled with advances to be made in regulatory implementation for the benefit of the Filipino scientific community.

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DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. delivers his keynote address during the opening of the “HANDA Pilipinas: Innovations in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Exposition” Mindanao leg, held on October 4, 2023 at the Limketkai Luxe Hotel in Cagayan de Oro.

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) holds the first DRRM Technologies and Innovations Exposition in Mindanao, with the title “HANDA Pilipinas: Innovations in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Expo 2023 on 4 October 2023 at Cagayan de Oro City.

Eighty-one technologies from Filipino inventors and innovators throughout the country were presented.  These technologies were clustered according to the four thematic areas identified in the National Risk Reduction and Management Plan: Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, Disaster Preparedness, Disaster Response, and Disaster Rehabilitation and Recovery.

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By Allan Mauro V. Marfal, DOST-STII, DOST Media Service


Over the years, the Department of Science and Technology - Science and Technology Information Institute (DOST-STII) has been providing capacity-building activities to students, media practitioners, academic researchers, and other professionals on various skills related to science communication. This is done through the implementation of the Science Journo Ako advocacy program.  

It allows them to learn how to popularize science and create engaging content on the practical benefits of various scientific applications and concepts and how they could impact the lives of every Filipino.

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During the turnover of the Charm E charger on October 5, 2023, at The Eastwood Mall, the officers of Mega World were led by Mr. Tyrone Tan, AVP and Cluster General Manager, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls (4th from left), and Dr. Enrico C. Paringit, DOST-PCIEERD (middle). 

The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) ushered in a new era of scientific excellence and innovation as it signed 35 Memoranda of Agreement (MOA) with new researchers on 5 October 2023. 

Project leaders and representatives from 35 implementing agencies came together to formalize their commitment to driving progress through science, technology, and innovation. This collective effort showcases the country's dedication to advancing industry, energy, and emerging technology sectors.