The Filipino ingenuity and creative talent are shown in the uniquely designed Barong Tagalong and blouse using indigenous materials like banana fibers which went through rigid research and testing by the Department of Science and Technology’s Philippine Textile Research Industry (DOST-PTRI). PTRI is involved in the research of alternative textile materials and natural dyes using technologies that produce eco-friendly and suitable clothing materials ideal for the tropical climate of the Philippines and for possible export. Other clothing and textile technologies are featured in DOST’s National Science and Technology Week ongoing until July 28, 2015 at SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. It is open from 9:00am to 6:00pm and admission is free. (S&T Media Service)
