www.dost.gov.ph - DOST Wide S&T Services

Sectoral Planning Councils

Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD)
Website: http://www.pcaarrd.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Research and Development (R&D) GIA Funding
Intellectual Property (IP) Management-related services
National Agriculture, Aquatic and Resources Research and Development Network (NAARRDN) Facilities Improvement Program
Thesis/Dissertation Grant Assistance Program
Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Dissemination
- Publication Dissemination flow (for mailed/ e-mailed requests)
- Publication Dissemination flow (for walk in customers)
Briefing on PCAARRD and its Programs
- Visitors Bureau (local)
- Visitors Bureau (local, walk-in)
- Visitors Bureau (international)
Participation to PCAARRD Message Board

Human Resources Development Center
Scholarships and Trainings

Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD)
Website: http://www.pchrd.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Grant Services
- Grant - Research
- Grant - Scholarship
- Grant - Support for Research Dissemination and Publication
- Grant - Balik Scientist Program
- Incentive - Health Research Awards
Information Services
- Library & Information Services (HERDIN and other databases search services)
- Grant - Scholarship
- Research events and Forum

Network / Institution Development (NID)
- Regional Health Research and Development Consortia (RHRDC)
- Regional Research Fund (RRF) Initiative

Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD)
Website: http://www.pcieerd.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Graduate Scholarship Grants
Thesis and Dissertation Grants
Postgraduate Research Fellowship
Support for Seminars / Workshops
R & D Support Grants
- R&D Related Services
  - Budget Programming and Reprogramming/Realignment
  - Deferment/Suspension/Change of Implementation date
  - Change in Project Leader
  - Project Extension
  - Modification of Objectives/Activities
Support for Information Project
Support for Technology Commercialization / Technology Business Incubation (TBI)

Support for Research and Development
- e-Proposals (On-line Project Proposal Submission)
Human Resource Development
- Research attachment
- Support for conduct of group trainings
- Attendance to technical trainings, seminars and conferences
- Faculty Immersion
- Support for the conduct of technical training courses, seminars and conferences
- ASTHRDP / ERDT Graduate Scholarship
- Balik Scientist Program
Institution Development - Laboratory Upgrading
Information Dissemination
Support for Technology Transfer and Commercialization
Policy Development and Advocacy
Support for High Impact Technology Solutions (HITS)

R&D Institutes

Advanced Science and Technology Institute (ASTI)
Website: http://www.asti.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Digital Library System
Digital Content System
Virtual Classroom
Access Grid (AG) "next generation video conferencing"
Webhosting
.gov.ph Domain Delegation
Trainings@ASTI

Proposal Development and Approval
Facilitation of Contract Research and Joint Research
Implementation of R&D Projects
Release of R&D Project Output
Handling of Customer Supplied Materials
Product Design and Development
Accreditation of Suppliers
Handling Customer Complaints
Information Dissemination Services
Library Services
Planning and Scheduling of Technical Training Program
Designing Training Program
Implementation of Training Program
Training Website Content Management
Delivery of Technical and Consultancy Services
Laboratory Instrument Calibration
Customer Satisfaction Measurement

Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI)
Website: http://www.fnri.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Food Analytical Services
- Food Analytical Service Laboratory (FASL)
Nutrition Food Processing Services
Library Services
Nutrition Promotion
- Request for Media Interview
- Request for Resource Person in Lectures/Seminars
Nutritional Training
- Courses in Food and Nutrition
Biochemical Testing
- Serum vitamin A & Urinary Iodine Excretion
Physiological Testing
- In Vitro Mineral Availability
- Urinary Calcium
- Glycemic Index
- Body Composition using BIA/Stable Isotope
- In Vivo Mineral Absorption Using Radio/Stable Isotopes
- Antioxidant Capacity
Dietary Counseling
- Issuance of Diet Prescription
- Diet Counseling/Wellness Clinics
Nutrition Survey and Related Services
- Provision of Survey Results (Walk-In Request)
- Provision of Survey Results (Phone-In Request)
- Provision of Survey Results (Written Request: Simple Data)
- Provision of Survey Results (Written Request: Complex Data)

Contract/Joint Research
Technology Commercialization and Transfer - Food technologies and nutrition technologies
Food Pilot Plant Services/Technologies Business Incubator (TBI)
Food Processing Facility Development in the Regions
Food Demonstration
Information and Consultancy Services
Food and Nutrition Databases and Applications
- Food and Nutrition Application Software
Publication and IEC Materials
- Publications, Food Technology and Nutrition Information Materials
Recipe Development and Sensory Evaluation

Forests Product Research and Development Institute (FPRDI)
Website: http://www.fprdi.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Testing Services
- PULP, PAPER & PAPER BOARD TESTING
  - Paper and Paper Board Tests
  - Pulp Tests
- WOOD AND NON-WOOD MATERIALS (Natural Products)
  - Wood and Wood Products Tests
  - Essential Oils Tests
- COMPOSITES
  - Plywood Tests
- ADHESIVES, SEALANTS AND COATINGS
  - Adhesive Tests
- PRESERVATION AND PROTECTION
  - CCA Preservative Test
  - Wood and Wood Products Tests
  - Pole Bending and Treatability Tests
- HOUSING & CONSTRUCTION
  - Concrete Hollow Block Test
  - Concrete Cylinder Test
  - Full-Size Beam Bending Test
  - Lumber Tests
  - Machine or Stress Grading of Lumber
  - Pre-fabricated Wall Testing
- CORRUGATED CARTON TEST
  - Corrugated Carton Test
  - PALLETS & RELATED STRUCTURE
  - Pallets and Related Structures Tests
  - Wood Finishing Test
- WOOD IDENTIFICATION
  - Wood and Herbarium Identification
- TIMBER/WOOD PROCESSING
  - Sawmilling and Kiln Drying
- FURNITURE
  - Furniture Tests
  - Composite Products Tests
TRAININGS
- Material Properties
  - Wood Identification
  - Wood Quality Evaluation
- Working Properties
  - Mechanical Grading of Lumber
  - Lumber Grading
  - Wood Machining
  - Wood Preservation
  - Preservation of Bamboo, Rattan, and Other Non-Wood Forest Products
  - Coconut Lumber Processing
  - Wood Seasoning
  - Bamboo/Rattan Seasoning
  - Glue Lamination of Wood
- Housing and Construction
  - Veneer and Plywood Production
  - WWCB and Other Cement-Bonded Board Production
  - Particleboard Production
- Production Management and Productivity Improvement
  - Production Planning and Control for the Wood Furniture Industry
  - Material Management and Inventory Control
  - Facilities Planning and Lay-outing
  - Woodworking Machine Operation and Maintenance
  - Finishing Facilities Operation and Maintenance
  - Lumber Dry Kiln Operators Course
- Furniture and Handicraft Processing
  - Solid Wood Bending
  - Furniture Manufacturing
  - Wood Furniture Construction and Assembly
  - Design and Manufacture of Jigs
  - Composing Jigs for Lumber Core Production for Furniture Components
  - Finishing Techniques
  - Special Effects Finishing Techniques
  - Bleaching/Dyeing of Rattan, Vines and Other Non-Wood Forest Products
  - Bamboo/Rattan Furniture Construction and Assembly
  - Bamboocraft
  - Bamboo Veneer for Floor Tiles, Table Tops and Panelling
  - Coco Woodcraft
- Pulp/Paper/Chemical Products/Energy
  - Pulp and Paper Making
  - Handmade Paper Making
  - Handmade Paper Converting
  - Almaciga Resin Tapping and Cleaning
  - Formulation of Varnish from Almaciga Resin
  - Charcoal Production
  - Charcoal Briquetting

Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI)
Website: http://www.itdi.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Research and Development (R&D)
Technology Transfer and Contract Projects
- TECHNOLOGY BASED ENTERPRISE MODULES
- BIOREACTOR (with Accredited Fabricator)
- CERAMICS and OTHER SPECIAL MATERIALS
- FRUITS AND VEGETABLE PROCESSING
- CHEMICALS AND PHARMACEUTICALS
- TECHNOLOGIES FOR LIVELIHOOD
- Others
  - Rice Hull Gasifier Combustor for various uses i.e., kiln, palaydruing, bakery ovens, etc.
  - Waste Utilization and Management
Tests and Analyses
- Tests and Analyses of Materials and Products
- Evaluation of Formula of Conversion for Duty Drawback/Tax Credit Purposes
- Advisory and Consultancy Services
Food Engineering Services
- Product and Process Engineering Consultancy
- Process Improvement and Scale-Up of Operations
- Design and Fabrication of Food Processing Equipment
- Design, Lay-out and Set-Up of Processing Plant (including waste water treatment facilities)
Metrology
- National Metrology Laboratory of the Philippines
Process Engineering
Post Harvest Handling/ Near Farm Processing/ Packaging
Packaging Research and Development
Cleaner Production (CP)
Advanced Device and Materials Testing Laboratory (ADMATEL)
Enterprise Module (EM)
Energy Audit
Industry Training and Skills Development
Scale Up Production Facilities
Technical Information and Promotion
Library Services

Metal Industry Research and Development Center (MIRDC)
Website: http://www.mirdc.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING SERVICES
- Regular Training Program
- Package and Regional Training Program
TECHNOLOGY ADVISORY AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
- Consultancy Services
- Acceptance and Monitoring of TBI Tenants
- Technology Transfer Activities
ANALYSIS AND TESTING SERVICES
- In-House Calibration & Testing Services
- In-Plant Calibration & Testing Services
- Physical Metallurgy Testing Services
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
- Material Development Program - Acceptance of Joint Research Project
- Material Development Program - Acceptance of Contract Research Project
- "Equipment Development Program
- Acceptance of Joint Research Project"
- "Equipment Development Program
- Acceptance of Contract Research Project"
- Metal Casting Process
- Acceptance of Heat Treatment Service
METALWORKING TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
- Machining of Actual Time Jobs
- Machining of Quoted Jobs
- Facility Sharing Services (Equipment)
METAL CASTING TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
- Facility Sharing Services (Foundry Services)
- Facility Sharing Services (Actual Time)
- Facility Sharing Services (Time Sharing)
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES
- Collection of Payments of Job Orders
TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION AND PROMOTION SERVICES
- Information Dissemination Service
- Library Service

Research & Development
- Engineering and Design Services
- Contract Research
- Joint Research
- Prototype Development
Metalworking
Metalcasting
- Conventional Casting
- Precision Casting
- Casting Design and Process/Quality Control Capabilities
Analysis and Testing
- Chemical Analysis
- Metallurgical Analysis
- Corrosion Testing
- Nondestructive Testing
- Mechanical Testing
- Calibration
Industrial Training
- Metalworking Technology
- Productivity Improvement
- Metalcasting Technology
- Quality Management System
- Analysis and Testing
- Trainer’s Training Program
- Engineering/Production Planning
- High Machining Technology
- Management and Supervisory
Technical Information Dissemination
Technical Consultancy & Extension Services
- Consultancy Services
- Acceptance and Monitoring of TBI Tenants
- Technology Transfer Activities

Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI)
Website: http://www.pnri.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

REGULATORY SERVICES
- Issuance of New/Renewal/Amendment of Radioactive Material License
- Conduct of Regulatory Inspection and Audit of Radioactive Materials and Facilities
- Issuance of Certificate of Release (COR) of Radioactive Materials from Bureau of Customs
- Issuance of Authority to Transport
RADIATION PROTECTION SERVICES
- Personnel Monitoring: Film Badge Service
- Personnel Monitoring: TLD Service
- Calibration of Radiation Protection Instruments
- Radiation Control Services
- Radioactive Waste Management
GAMMA IRRADIATION SERVICES
- Gammacell 220
- Multipurpose Irradiation Facility
RADIOMETRIC AND CHEMICAL ANALYSIS
- Gammametric Analysis: Food and related items for Cs-137 , C-134 and K-40
- Gammametric Analysis: Environmental samples (ore, sludge, and solid waste)
- Gammametric Analysis: Other samples
- Liquid scintillation counting: Gross Alpha- Beta Analysis of drinking water/ freshwater
- Liquid scintillation counting: Low level tritium with electrolytic enrichment
- Authentication of naturally fermented vinegar
- Elemental analysis by XRF: Soil or sediment
- Elemental analysis by XRF: Other solids
- Elemental analysis by XRF: Air particulate matter
- Elemental analysis by XRF: Liquid dried on filters
- Issuance of Certification of compliance to regulatory standards
MATERIALS ANALYSIS
- X-ray diffraction analysis
MICROBIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS
- Aerobic plate count
- Molds and yeast count
- Bioburden test
- Sterility testing-small item
- Aging test
- Moisture analysis
- Cytogenetic analysis
NUCLEAR TRAINING SERVICES
- Training Courses
- Training Courses on Request
- On-the-Job Training Program
- Thesis Advisorship Program
INFORMATION SERVICES
- Nuclear awareness seminars and exhibits
- Guided tour of PNRI facilities
- Distribution of nuclear information materials
- Participation in special S&T events
- Sale of the interactive multimedia CD “The Atom, Radiation and Radioactivity” and “Nuclear S&T Applications”
- Assistance to walk-in visitors
- Assistance and response to phone inquiries
LIBRARY SERVICES
Engineering Services
- Repair of nucleonic equipment/instruments for PNRI and non-PNRI clients
- Decommissioning of radiation device/facility
Radiotracer and Sealed Source Applications
- Gamma Ray Column Scanning Technique For Industries

Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI)
Website: http://www.ptri.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

AVAILMENT OF TESTING SERVICES
- PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL TESTING AND EVALUATION OF FIBER, YARN, FABRIC AND ALLIED PRODUCTS
AVAILMENT OF IN-HOUSE TRAINING SERVICES
- PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL TESTING AND EVALUATION OF FIBER, YARN, FABRIC AND ALLIED PRODUCTS
  - Physical Testing and Evaluation of Cotton Fibers
  - Physical Testing and Evaluation of Other Natural Fibers (Ramie, Flax, Abaca, etc.)
  - Physical Testing and Evaluation of Manmade Fibers
  - Chemical Testing and Evaluation of Textile Fibers
  - Physical Testing and Evaluation of Spun and Filament Yarns
  - Physical Testing and Evaluation of Sewing Threads
  - Chemical Testing and Evaluation of Yarns
  - Physical Testing and Evaluation of Fabrics
  - Physical Testing and Evaluation of Other Textile Products (upholstery materials, nonwoven, etc)
  - Chemical Testing and Evaluation of Fabrics
  - Carpet Testing
- TEXTILE PROCESSING SERVICES
  - Basic Cotton Spinning
  - Yarn Manufacturing
  - Orientation to Powerloom Weaving
  - Powerloom Weaving Technology
  - Basic Handloom Weaving
  - Advance Handloom Weaving
  - Silk Handloom Weaving
  - Orientation to Knitting
  - Knittiing Technology
  - Dyeing of Cellulosic Fibers (ramie cotton, jute, linen, rayon, etc)
  - Advance Course on Dyeing of Cellulosic Fibers
  - Dyeing of Indigenous Fibers (buntal, abaca, nito, sagisi, etc)
  - Advance Course on Dyeing of Indigenous Fibers
  - Dyeing of Synthetic Fibers
  - Tie Dyeing
  - Textile Finishing Technology
  - Pinukpok Fabric Production
AVAILMENT OF TEXTILE PROCESSING SERVICES
Technology Transfer, Promotion & Library Services
- Industry Skills Training
- Technology Business Incubator
- Educational Tours and Visits
- S&T Exhibits
- Information and Library Services
  - eLibrary

S&T Service Institutes

Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)
Website: http://www.pagasa.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Weather Forecast & Tropical Cyclone Warning Services
- 24 –Hr Public Weather Forecasts and Severe Weather Bulletins
  - Daily Weather Forecast
  - Weather Bulletin Update
  - Asian Cities Weather Forecast
  - Selected Philippine Cities Weather
  - Tourist Destinations Weather Forecast
  - Weekly Outlook
  - Weather Advisory
  - Terminologies
- Hourly Tropical Cyclone Warning Update
  - Hourly update
  - Annual Tropical Cyclone Tracks
- Shipping Forecasts & Tropical Cyclone Warning for Shipping
  - Shipping Forecast
  - Tropical Cyclone Warning for Shipping
- Gale Warning
- Meteorological Aviation Services for Aeronautical Users through Access to the World Area Forecasts Systems (WAFS)
- Rainfall Warning System
Flood Forecasting & Warning System
- Basin Flood Bulletins for Telemetered Basins and General Flood Advisories for the Non-Telemetered Basins
- Dam Discharge Warning Information during Spilling Operation of Monitored Dams
- Community-Based Flood Early Warning System
- Daily Hydrological Forecasts during Non-Flood Watch
  - Status of Monitored Dams
  - General Flood Advisories (Regional)
  - Basin Flood Bulletins (Pampanga, Agno, Bicol, & Cagayan River Basins)
  - Basin Hydrological Forecast
Climatological & Farm Weather Services
- Daily Farm Weather Forecasts & Advisories
- 10-day Regional Agroclimatic Weather Advisories
- 10-day Philippine Agroclimatic Advisories
- El Niño/La Niña Watch and Information
- Monitoring and Prediction of Seasonal Rainfall Forecasting
  - Climate Monitoring
  - Climate Prediction
  - Climate Information for Agriculture
  - Climate Impact Assessment
  - Climate Info/Statistics
  - Climate Studies
  - Climate Outlook Forum
  - Climate Change in the Philippines

Research and Development
- Dispatch of the Special Tropical Cyclone Reconnaissance, Information and Data Evaluation (STRIDE) Quick Response Team to threatened and affected by typhoons
- Conduct Calibration, Repairs & Testing (for private and government sectors) of Barometers and other related Equipment
- Assist Researchers from Different Schools, Colleges, Universities and other Agencies
Astronomical Services
- Philippine Standard Time (PST)
  - Time Service
- Promotion of Astronomy through Stargazing/Telescoping Sessions and Planetarium Show
  - Astronomy in the Philippines
  - Astronomical Diary
  - Telescoping/ Stargazing
  - Astronomical Observatory
  - Sky this month
- Planetarium Tour in selected Areas in Luzon
  - Planetarium
Information, Education and Public Outreach
- Public Awareness Campaign on Natural Hazards specifically Weather, Climate, Typhoons, Floods, Storm Surges and other related hazards
- Conduct of Information, Education and Dissemination Activities
- Conduct of Seminars/Workshops on Meteorological and Hydrometeorological Hazards
- Conduct of Seminar for Science Teachers on Basic Astronomy
- Public Information Drives for the target areas of monitored Dams
- Conduct of Flood Drills
- Conduct of Annual Media Seminar-Workshops on PAGASA Services
- Conduct of Annual Typhoon and Flood Awareness Week
- Participation in Special Events like Exhibitions, School Celebration and other government and non-government organizations
- Development of PAGASA print materials and non-print materials (flyers, brochures, posters and exhibit display materials

	Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) Website: http://www.phivolcs.dost.gov.ph
FRONTLINE SERVICES Certification: active faults, lahar, pyroclastic flow, lava flow, volcano Permanent Danger Zone Certification: Earthquake occurrence Certification: volcano current status, others Awareness and Preparedness Guidelines & Policies for Booking of Educational Trips Requests of resource speakers/lecturer Video Package Requests Digital Image Requests

	Philippine Science High School (PSHS) System Website: http://oed.pshs.edu.ph
FRONTLINE SERVICES Application for the PSHS System National Competitive Examination (NCE) Freshmen Enrollment Processing of Requests for School Credentials Availment of Use of School Facilities

Science Education Institute (SEI)
Website: http://www.sei.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Processing of DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarship Application
- Direct Filing
- Mailed Applications (Individual/Bulk)
Processing of Graduate Scholarship Application
- Direct Filing/Mailed Applications (Individual/Bulk)
Securing DOST-SEI Clearance/Certification

S&T Human Resource Development through Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarships
Promotion of S&T Culture
Innovations and Trainings in Science Education
S&T Human Resource Studies/Research
Science Education Policy Development

Science and Technology Information Institute (STII)
Website: http://www.stii.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Library services
Media Services (Media Coverage, Radio, TV interviews, and Press Conferences)
Photo, Audio-Video Services
Video Productions and Info. Packaging Services
Film Showing / Orientation of DOST Services
S&T Post
DOST Digest
Balitang RapiDOST
Philippine Journal of Science

Literature search, reference, and referral services
Specialized bibliography (upon request)
Current Awareness services
Document delivery services
Data banking
Abstracting and indexing services
Document delivery services
On-the-job training and consultancy on IT, S&T information handling, processing and services
News, speech writing and copy editing
Photo/video/media coverage
Video pre/post-production services
Internet services screening
Concept design, lay-out, and desktop publishing
Computer maintenance/troubleshooting
Online content development
Risograph printing service

Technology Application and Promotion Institute (TAPI)
Website: http://www.tapi.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Technology Information and Promotion Division
- Academe/Industry Prototype Development Assistance Program
- DOST Expositions and Fairs Program
- Technology-Based Enterprise Development Assistance Program
- Investors’ Forum Program
- Promotion Materials Assistance Program
- DOST Technology Training Center (DTTC) Program
- DOST Display and Exhibit Center (DEC)/ Business Assistance Center (BAC)
Investment and Business Operations Division
- Consultancy for Agricultural Productivity Enhancement (CAPE) Program
- Manufacturing Productivity Extension (MPEX) Program
- Venture Financing Program
- Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program
- S&T Experts Volunteer Pool Program (STEVPP)
Invention Development Division
- Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Assistance Program
- Industry-based Invention Development (IBID) Program
- Invention-based Enterprise Development (IBED) Program
- Invention Testing and Analysis Assistance Program
- Tax and Duty Exemption Invention Assistance Program
- National Invention Contest and Exhibits (NICE)
- Travel Assistance for Inventors
- Invention Guarantee Fund (IGF)
- Inventors’ Forum and the Inventors’ Consultation Program
- Inventors Training and Invent School Programs

Advisory Bodies

	National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) Website: http://www.nast.ph
FRONTLINE SERVICES Visit to the Philippine Science Heritage Center Advisory Recognition Awards Awardees Scientific Linkages Scientific Career System (SCS)

National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP)
Website: http://www.nrcp.dost.gov.ph

FRONTLINE SERVICES

Membership to NRCP
- Application for Associate Membership
- Application for Regular Membership
Grants
- NRCP Grants-In-Aid Research Project
  - Basic Research Program, the National Integrated Basic Research Agenda (NIBRA)
  - DOST Priority Areas in Basic Research
- NRCP Grants-In-Aid Thesis / Dissertation
  - MS Thesis / PhD Dissertation Grant
Financial Assistance
Outreach Program
NRCP Library Service
- Scientific Library Facility

Achievement Award in Basic Research
Policy Advisory