DOST-funded quantum computing lab opens at TIP Manila

A QUANTUM laboratory funded by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) for PHP18 million officially opened at the Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP) on Friday.

PH, Japan to hold joint research on water concerns

RESEARCHERS FROM Japan and the Philippines will work together in finding solutions to address water concerns such as lack of potable water in far-flung areas, an official of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) said Tuesday.

DOST cultivating silk industry in Calabarzon

THE PHILIPPINE Textile Research Institute (PTRI) has teamed up with the private sector to establish a silkworm-rearing facility in Pangil town in this province as part of a broader effort to grow a silk industry within Calabarzon.

Palawan students get robotics lessons

SOME 50 youngsters in this city with high aptitudes for science were given the tools they need to pursue careers in robotics, thanks to the efforts of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and several technology companies.

Senator backs academic calendar switch amid extreme heat

SENATOR FRANCIS Tolentino on Wednesday expressed his support for the proposal to change the academic calendar due to the extreme heat that both the learners and teachers have been experiencing these past weeks.

PH developing gender-sensitive AI policies

THE PHILIPPINES is working towards gender mainstreaming its policies on artificial intelligence (AI), the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) said Friday during a high-level UN dialogue on women’s rights.

DOST, NCCA join Senate in celebrating National Arts Month

  THE DEPARTMENT  on Science and Technology (DOST) and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) opened on Tuesday art exhibits in the Senate in Pasay City in celebration of National Arts Month this February. 

DOST enjoins public to send R&D proposals; feats projects in Mindanao

THE DEPARTMENT of Science and Technology (DOST) is urging the public, especially business owners, scientists, researchers, and those in the academe, to send research and development (R&D) proposals for funding.

CSC urges career scientists to boost S&T, innovation level

THE CIVIL Service Commission (CSC) called on career scientists to advance the level of science and technology (S&T) and innovation to build a stronger and better nation.

PBBM orders DICT, DOST to ensure better digital connectivity

PRESIDENT FERDINAND R. Marcos Jr. has directed the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) to work with satellite operator Kacific Broadband Satellites to improve digital connectivity in the Philippines.

DOST, firm to launch bioprinting lab in Western Visayas

THE DEPARTMENT of Science and Technology (DOST), together with Pharma GalenX Innovations, Inc. will launch the DOST-supported bioprinting laboratory in Jaro, Iloilo on Thursday.

DOST broadens opportunities for MSMEs

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – With the fast-paced evolution of technology, the Department of Science and Technology here has urged the MSME sector to adopt new innovation in order to improve the standard of living for all.

Out-of-school youths receive solar-powered vending carts

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY - The Department of Science and Technology (DOST)-10 and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) turned over four solar-powered vending carts to out-of-school youths here.

Bill on PH virology institute hurdles House panel

THE HOUSE Committee on Health and Committee on Science and Technology on Thursday approved a measure proposing the creation of the country's first public agency specializing in the research and commercialization of virus technology.

Mobile lab to detect ASF, Avian flu now in Bukidnon

BUKIDNON – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) said a mobile laboratory equipped with state-of-the-art animal health diagnostic technologies designed and created by a local veterinary research and diagnostics company BioAssets Corp. is now ready for use in Bukidnon province.

DOST launches new MSME project

TANGUB CITY - The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in Misamis Occidental province launched a project to help micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) improve their food products for enhanced market competitiveness.

Future looks bright for sericulture industry

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – Two years ago, Alfredo Angcop used a hectare of his farmland to venture into planting mulberries in Claveria town in Misamis Oriental province but months later, he started rearing silkworms, but why?

Sulu asks DOST for skills, technology training

A provincial government photo shows Sulu Governor Sakur Tan with officials from the Department of Science and Technology Food and Nutrition Research Institute officials led by Directors Imelda Agdappa and Scientist Maria Teresa De Guzman, of the Internal Audit Service.

USC, German partner to develop low-cost ventilator

THE UNIVERSITY of San Carlos (USC) in Cebu City and the Max Planck Institute of Chemistry (MPIC) in Mainz, Germany are currently working to develop a low-cost ventilator system for tropical indoor environments to curb further spread of airborne viruses, according to the Department of Science and Technology (DOST).

3D-printed monument of Dr. Jose Rizal unveiled

AS A tribute to the martyrdom of Dr. Jose Rizal, the Department of Science and Technology said it unveiled Thursday the first and largest 3D-printed monument of the national hero at its compound in Taguig City.