Establishing a national precision medicine strategy, key to achieving a 4P medicine healthcare system - expert says
Establishing a national precision medicine strategy, anchored by a clearly defined coordinating body, tops the priority list identified by Astrid Dita of the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change. She outlined actionable steps, each grounded in proven international practices, that the Philippines can adopt to advance toward a “4P” healthcare system: personalized, preventive, predictive, and participatory.
Pisay reveals new scholars; Posts plans to expand campus to 2 per region
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Science High School (DOST-PSHS), commonly known as Pisay, released the names of the qualifiers for the National Competitive Examination (NCE) 2025, Philippine Information Agency Building, Quezon City, March 30.
DOST urges PH researchers toward responsive, cross-sector research
The Department of Science and Technology urged the Filipino research community to commit to a cross-sectoral, ethical, and responsive approach to accelerate national progress during the Annual Scientific Conference and 93rd General Membership Assembly of the National Research Council of the Philippines (DOST-NRCP) held at the Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, last March 13, 2026.
DOST moves to establish comprehensive data governance framework to promote transparency, data-driven decision-making
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is advancing efforts to strengthen data governance across its system following a three-day training and workshop that laid the groundwork for the development of a Department-wide Data Governance Framework to promote data accessibility and accountability and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
13 researchers lauded at DOST-NRCP’s annual awards
Thirteen Filipino researchers from various fields were given the spotlight during the Department of Science and Technology - National Research Council of the Philippines’ (DOST-NRCP) 2026 Annual Scientific Conference (ASC) and 93rd General Membership Assembly (GMA), at the Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, March 13.
First-ever locally made e-tranvia to trace Intramuros streets
For sustainable transport and heritage tourism, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and Intramuros Administration (IA) officially unveiled the first-ever Filipino-engineered all-electric tourist transport vehicle, e-tranvia, to navigate the historic roads of Intramuros, Centro de Turismo, Manila City, March 19.
N. Mindanao researchers convene to talk regional R&D gaps
BUTUAN CITY— DOST Northern Mindanao researchers convened at the 2026 Mindanao Cluster Call Conference recently to align regional research and development (R&D) priorities with national goals, focusing on critical sectors such as health, agriculture, energy, and emerging technologies.
Where Filipinos Get Their Food Matters, says 2023 National Nutrition Survey
Food sources and access shape how Filipinos eat, according to findings from the 2023 National Nutrition Survey conducted by the Department of Science and Technology’s Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI).
Hidden hunger persists: Vitamin A and iodine deficiencies still affect Filipinos
Nutrition gaps that weaken immunity, threaten eyesight, and affect brain development remain a concern among Filipinos, particularly young children and pregnant women, according to the latest findings of the 2023 National Nutrition Survey (NNS) conducted by the Department of Science and Technology - Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI). Often referred to as “hidden hunger,” these gaps occur when people consume diets that lack essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A and iodine.
DOST-PAGASA unveils Iloilo radar facility; Breaks ground for new weather observation station
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA) leads the inauguration of its Iloilo Radar Facility and breaks ground for the new Iloilo Synoptic Station.
Oras Pinas: Filipino, On Time Ka! National Time Consciousness Week: Makabagong pananaw laban sa ‘Filipino Time’ ngayong bagong taon
Ang opisyal na banner ng Oras Pinas: Filipino, On Time Ka! na kampanya ng Department of Science and Technology para sa pagdiriwang ng National Time Consciousness Week ngayong darating na ika-1 hanggang 7 ng Enero 2026.
I Juan-A Nuclear Philippines 53rd Atomic Energy Week pushes innovation and fact-based nuclear advocacy for national development
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (DOST-PNRI) successfully concluded the 53rd Atomic Energy Week (AEW), offering the public enthusiastic and inclusive activities for Juan and Juana wanting to learn more about the benefits of the Atom.
Empowering Indigenous Communities: DOST Bukidnon and Pangantucan LGU Provide Ceramic Filter Technology for Clean Water Access
MALAYBALAY CITY, BUKIDNON — In a noteworthy collaboration, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Bukidnon headed by Provincial S&T Director Ritchie Mae L. Guno and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Pangantucan, under the leadership of Mayor Manolito G. Garces successfully provided 340 Indigenous Peoples (IPs) from the Manobo-Higaunon communities with access to clean and safe drinking water through innovative ceramic filter technology.
DOST-FPRDI pushes for science-based research, tests, for fire-safe construction
The recent fire incident in HK has sparked conversations over the use of bamboo poles in construction. People are concerned— how safe is bamboo against fire?
The DOST brings Asia's Best Practices on Smart and Sustainable Cities and Communities in Ilocos Norte
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), with its vibrant international cooperation in advancing science, technology and innovation (STI) for the Filipino people, recently conducted “The Future of Communities Forum: Learning from Neighbors in Asia” as part of the 2025 National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (NSTW 2025) with the theme “Siyensya, Teknolohiya, at Inobasyon: Kabalikat sa Matatag, Maginhawa, at Panatag na Kinabukasan” and sub-theme “Building Smart and Sustainable Communities”. The Forum was held last 21 November 2025 at 9:00-11:00 AM at the Ilocos Norte Centennial
DOST partners with UNESCO for AI Literacy Training
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) partnered with the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to conduct an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Literacy Training at the DOST Central Office, Bicutan, Taguig City on November 26-27, 2025.
DOST Secretary Solidum receives UNESCO's Philippines' AI Readiness Assessment Report
Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary, Dr. Renato U. Solidum, Jr. officially received the Philippines’ Artificial Intelligence (AI) Readiness Assessment Report from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on November 28, 2025 in Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines.
DOST-NCR caps off 2025 RSTW with awards for local innovation and community impact
This year’s Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week in the National Capital Region culminates with a recognition of local ingenuity, excellence, and impact of the Department of Science and Technology-National Capital Region’s (DOST-NCR) flagship programs and initiatives such as the SETUP 4.0 Awards, Best CEST Awards, Best Grassroot Innovation and Circular Economy Award.
PH boasts 1st prototype house made of plastic materials strengthened through radiation
In the fight against global plastic pollution, the Philippines, through the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (DOST-PNRI) showcased the first-of-its-kind prototype house built with radiation-processed plastic tiles and panels.
‘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.
