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Rev. 2
27 June 2024

In a bid to advance health in the Philippines, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) introduces a research program on functional foods focusing on locally available agricultural commodities such as sugarcane, pulses, and cacao products, to enhance the health and well-being of Filipinos.

The DOST  Niche Centers in the Regions (NICER) for R&D Program or DOST-NICER funded a research program with an approved budget of PhP190 Million, titled SPC-FUEL for Health, which stands for Sugarcane, Pulses, and Cacao Products from Functional Food Innovations to Enhance Life.  This research program is implemented by the University of San Agustin (USA) in Iloilo City in collaboration with the University of St. La Salle (USLS) in Bacolod City.

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The National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL) mourns the passing of National Scientist Clare R. Baltazar, who peacefully departed on 13 July 2024.

National Scientist Baltazar consistently maintained outstandingly high standards of achievement throughout her academic life. Her numerous publications on Philippine insects, especially on Philippine Hymenoptera, were very significant to science as they laid the groundwork for future biological control in the Philippines.

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By Rudy P. Parel, Jr., DOST-STII

The Department of Science and Technology-Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) marked the 50th year of the DOST-FNRI Seminar Series (FSS) with focus on curbing malnutrition, empowering the youth, and promoting the nutritional well-being of Filipinos.

Themed “Golden Year of DOST-FNRI Seminar Series”, the two-day event was held from 3-4 July 2024 at the Sheraton Manila Hotel in Pasay City.

The seminar series is an annual initiative of DOST-FNRI that aims to disseminate completed research and development outputs and science and technology activities among stakeholders in the food and nutrition community, allied fields, and the general public.

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The Philippines will be the battleground for the brightest young minds from 14 countries in the Asia-Pacific region as the first-ever International Nuclear Science Olympiad (INSO) takes center stage from July 31 to August 7, 2024, at the National Government Administrative Center in New Clark Center in Capas, Tarlac.

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By Christian Dominic I. Casimiro, DOST-I
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Aiming to showcase innovative solutions and strategies focused on enhancing climate and disaster resilience across Luzon, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) through DOST Region I hosted the Handa Pilipinas Luzon Leg with the theme “Alertong Luzon, Solidong Nasyon” together with the Luzon cluster on July 3-5, 2024, at Plaza Del Norte Hotel & Convention, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte.

The event was inaugurated by Hon. Matthew J. Marcos-Manotoc, Governor of Ilocos Norte, Regional Development Council (RDC) Region I Chair, and DOST-I Science Ambassador. He was joined by esteemed figures, including DOST Secretary Dr. Renato U. Solidum Jr.; DOST Undersecretary for Regional Operations Engr. Sancho A. Mabborang; DOST Undersecretary for Research & Development Dr. Leah J. Buendia; and DOST-I Regional Director Dr. Teresita A. Tabaog. Together, they set the stage for what would become a transformative gathering.

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