NSTW 2025 to feature eco-friendly fragrances; invites local perfumers and MSMEs to scents forum
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The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) through the Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) is bringing various aromatic scents and fragrances to this year’s celebration of National Science, Technology and Innovation Week (NSTW) to be held in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte on November 18-21.
With the goal to transform the essential oils industry in the country, DOST-FPRDI introduces an eco-friendly approach through its ‘Green Fragrance with Purpose’ initiative.
National science week to name the ‘smart city’ champion
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One of the much-awaited events of the 2025 National Science, Technology and Innovation Week (NSTW) is the awarding of the top communities from among the nominated cities in the 2025 Philippine Smart and Sustainable Communities Award.
For the past two years, since the Smart and Sustainable Cities Program (SSCP) of the DOST was introduced, local government units (LGUs) across the country expressed their interest in partnering with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and adopting smart and sustainable technologies applicable to address certain problems in their area.
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DOST partners with BusinessMirror to promote latest techs in Laoag City 2025 NSTW
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The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) will collaborate with BusinessMirror to promote the activities and locally developed technologies that will be featured during the 2025 National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (NSTW), which will be held from 18 to 21 November 2025 in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte.
The DOST, through its information and marketing arm, the Science and Technology Information Institute (STII), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with BusinessMirror in a ceremony held on 04 November 2025 at Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City.
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Los Baños declares DOST-FPRDI Xylarium Collection a Cultural Treasure
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A win for forest heritage.
The municipal government of Los Baños formally recognized the Department of Science and Technology-Forest Products Research and Development Institute’s (DOST-FPRDI) Xylarium collection as a cultural treasure, recognizing its invaluable contribution to science, heritage, and environmental conservation.
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