‘SETUP’ to inspire as nine outstanding Filipino MSMEs took centerstage at the 2025 NSTW
The 2025 National Science, Technology, Innovation Week (NSTW) may have ended, but the gains of the micro, small, and medium Filipino enterprises (MSMEs) continues to inspire would be entrepreneurs as the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) recognized the nine outstanding MSMEs assisted under the Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP) in a ceremony held in November 20, 2025 at the 2025 NSTW held in Laoag City.
DOST-backed pyrolysis facility helps Laoag City reduce landfill dependency and improve plastic waste management
The City Government of Laoag, in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), formally launched the DOST-supported Pyrolysis Facility located at the sanitary landfill in Barangay Balatong, marking a major step forward in the city’s efforts to reduce landfill waste, manage rising garbage volume, and explore waste-to-energy innovations.
Carmona, Baguio City are DOST ‘smart and sustainable communities’ champions
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) announced its first-ever champions of the Philippine Smart and Sustainable Communities Award (PSSCA) during the closing ceremony of the National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (2025 NSTW), in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte.
DOST pushes for inclusive smart and sustainable communities in NCR 2025 reg’l science week
After the successful holding of the 2025 National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week in Laoag City, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) opens on November 24, 2025 the last leg of its 2025 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) in the National Capital Region (NCR), which will run for three days until November 26, 2025.
DOST turns over roadmaps to make Pasig, Caloocan smart and sustainable cities
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) hands over science, technology, and innovation (STI) roadmaps to the cities of Pasig and Caloocan to help fulfill their vision of building their smart and sustainable communities.
Malabon, Taguig City adopt GeoRiskPH to enhance its disaster preparedness capability
Malabon City and Taguig City formalize their commitment to adopt GeoRisk Philippines (PH), highlighting the importance of science-based disaster planning and preparedness to the local government.
PH’s first bamboo waiting shed officially turned over; Gives Laoag City commuters green and comfortable public space
Commuters in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte now have access to a greener and more convenient public space as the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), through its DOST Regional office no. 1 and DOST–Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI), DOST-Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD), Kawayan collective, and the local government unit of Laoag, formally turned over the country’s first-ever bamboo waiting shed.
Public consultations on VIP Act IRR start in Clark, Pampanga
Representatives from government, academe, industry, research institutions, and civil society gather in Clark, Pampanga on November 13, 2025 for the Luzon leg of the Department of Science and Technology’s first public consultation on the draft Implementing Rules and Regulations of the newly signed Virology and Vaccine Institute of the Philippines (VIP) Act. (Photo from the DOST-Philippine Council for Health Research and Development)
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) recognized General Santos City’s Bureau of Jail and Penology Management (BJMP) male dormitory as this year’s ‘Best CEST Community’ for successfully integrating science and technology-based solutions to improve the quality of life of the persons deprived of liberty (PDL) community.
Outstanding Filipino science researchers recognized at NSTW 2025
Five outstanding Filipino researchers were recognized for their exceptional achievement in the field of science and technology at the grand opening ceremony of this year’s National Science, Technology and Innovation Week (NSTW) held at Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, on November 18, Tuesday.
DOST brings science closer to people, launches three major programs in Central Luzon
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) rolls out three major science, technology, and innovation facilities in Central Luzon to bring its services closer to the communities.
2025 NSTW brings S&T solutions and opportunities to Laoag City
The biggest scientific happening is coming as the Department of Science and Technology brings the 2025 National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (2025 NSTW) at the “Sunshine City,” Laoag, Ilocos Norte for the four-day festive, immersive, and highly informative science week celebration.
DOST to showcase disaster preparedness technologies at the 2025 NSTW
Amidst the challenges brought about by natural hazards, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) reaffirms its support to communities and local government units (LGUs) through the introduction of science-based tools and solutions for disaster at the 2025 National Science, Technology, and Innovation week (2025 NSTW).
NSTW 2025 to feature eco-friendly fragrances; invites local perfumers and MSMEs to scents forum
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.
National science week to name the ‘smart city’ champion
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.
DOST partners with BusinessMirror to promote latest techs in Laoag City 2025 NSTW
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.
‘Proven in the Philippines, Trusted by the World’: DOST charts bold course to make PH a global hub for credible technologies
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) envisions a future where the words “Proven in the Philippines. Trusted by the World.” stand as the seal of quality for every Filipino-made innovation.
DOST assistance empowers Pahanocoy potters boost livelihood and preserve local craft
From left to right: DOST-6 Regional Director Engr. Rowen Gelonga, DOST Secretary Renato U Solidum Jr., Pahanocoy Barangay Captain Yolanda Noble, Negros Occidental Provincial Science and Technology Director Engr. Allan Francis Daraug, DOST Undersecretary for Regional Operations Engr. Sancho A. Mabborang, and RU Foundry and Machine Shop Corporation Founder Don Ramon Uy Sr, during the unveiling of the upgraded pottery kiln facility in Barangay Pahanocoy, Bacolod City on October 27, 2025. (Photo from Xyrus Ivan de Gracia, DOST-STII)
