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)
DOST highlights incident monitoring system for LGUs during the Handa Pilipinas in Negros
BACOLOD CITY — As the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) concluded the final leg of Handa Pilipinas 2025 in Bacolod City, the spotlight turned to a homegrown innovation that has been making waves across local government units (LGUs) in the region—Project SIGNAL.
Negros Island students pitch techs to boost disaster resilience in communities
Disaster preparedness has become a priority for everyone, as students in the Negros Island Region contribute their ideas to foster safer and more resilient communities through technology.
Regional innovators vie in Wadhwani pitching competition to develop solutions addressing common gaps in communities
To address common challenges assessed in every community, innovators at the regional and provincial offices of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) developed ‘smart’ solution prototypes through the Wadhwani technology pitching competition held on October 21, 2025.
Braille learning innovation wins top prize in DOST-Davao startup competition
A breakthrough assistive tool for the blind, BRAILLEiance, emerged as the champion of the Startup Pitching Competition: Innovation to Impact during the Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) 2025 in Davao City.
Harmonizing govt. data for a science-based, responsive, and inclusive public service
With the recent advancement in geospatial technology and artificial intelligence, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is pushing to harmonize its vast and valuable datasets into a single, integrative, and interoperable platform as a decision-making tool for the government.