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With the growing global demands for bamboo products, the Department of Science and Technology-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI), the country’s premier agency on bamboo research and development, invites bamboo industry stakeholders to join the International Bamboo Congress (IBC) from September 16-18, 2027, in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines.
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For a coffee lover, a cup of aromatic brewed coffee can mean a refreshing start to the day, or a break from a busy routine.
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To strengthen disaster preparedness and better help communities and industries prepare for disasters like earthquakes, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) highlighted the crucial role of monitoring stations in guiding safer, earthquake-resilient structures.
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Talaandig Indigenous Peoples (IP) farmers in Barangay San Miguel get hands-on training in organic vegetable production to improve farm productivity and produce healthier agricultural product options to consumers.
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Featuring the flavors of every province in the region, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)-CALABARZON staged the Grand Teknolohiya at Inobasyon, Kaagapay ng Micro Enterprises (TIKME) in Lucena City on October 12–14, 2026.
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Naay po. Pakinabangan po. A lambanog toast witnessed how the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) positions itself to drive regional development across CALABARZON during the Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) in Lucena City, Quezon.
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The country faces hazards such as typhoons, earthquakes, floods, and landslides year in and year out. In fact, from 2022 to 2025, the Philippines ranked first in the World Risk Index, making it the world’s most at-risk country for disasters.
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If we send Filipinos to space, what will they eat?
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The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) reaffirmed its commitment to women’s leadership in science, technology, and innovation at the 4th ASEAN Women Leaders’ Summit, held from September 29 to October 01, 2026 at the EDSA Shangri-La, Mandaluyong City.
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The Philippines, through the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and its attached agency, Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD), successfully hosted the second regional meeting of the ASEAN Working Committee on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Health Science and Technology (S&T) on September 28–29, 2026.
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In observance of the UN-declared World Tsunami Awareness Day, the Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), together with ARISE Philippines, the Pasay City Government, and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), will team up to strengthen tsunami awareness and preparedness in Metro Manila through the advocacy campaign, Tsunami! Run for continue reading : PRESS RELEASE: DOST-PHIVOLCS, PARTNERS STRENGTHEN PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP FOR TSUNAMI AWARENESS IN METRO MANILA
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In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the M8.1 August 17, 1976 Moro Gulf Earthquake and Tsunami, the Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), in partnership with the Ministry of Science and Technology–Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (MOST-BARMM) and the City Government of Cotabato, unveiled a tsunami commemorative marker continue reading : Remembering 1976: Honoring the past, building a safer Cotabato City
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In the Philippines, where typhoons and monsoon rains abound, storing this large volume of water is a crucial resource that benefits local farmers and millions of households in the rural and urban areas.
View detailsA citizen-first network helps people find laboratories, experts, programs, and opportunities in their region.
View detailsDOST and DTI are helping Caraga producers improve food processing and packaging, with support for bringing Butuan’s palagsing to wider markets.
View detailsButuan City, Agusan del Norte—With the recent reports on shooting incidents and other emergencies like fire and earthquake at schools in various parts of the country, the security and safety of students has become an increasingly urgent concern.
View detailsDOST-Caraga and Limitless Lab have partnered to strengthen AI skills among Filipino MSMEs through trainer development, practical tools, and business support.
View detailsThe Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is set to receive a proposed 30.9 billion-peso budget under the National Expenditure Program (NEP) for 2027, prioritizing research and development (R&D) and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) scholarships.
View detailsBeing highly exposed to natural hazards like typhoons and floods, the Philippine agricultural sector suffers the most.
View detailsTo fight the prevalence of micronutrient deficiencies in the country, the Department of Science and Technology-Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) introduced its newly developed vinegar condiment that is fortified with iron.
View detailsThe Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is exploring how discarded wood waste could help communities access safer water, especially during disasters and emergencies.
View detailsThe Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region II is set to lead a transformative regional convergence titled "HANDA sa Bagong Pilipinas: Building a Disaster-Resilient and Future-Ready Nation."
View detailsExperts from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) are developing a DNA-based identification tool to strengthen the protection of the Philippine forest by identifying timber species against illegally sourced materials passed off as legitimate.
View detailsIn Bicol, science is moving out of laboratories and directly into the hands of the people who need it most.
View detailsIt is never unusual for poultry and livestock farms to amass waste and stench, inviting swarms of flies and neighbors’ woes. But Zamboanga Peninsula’s Rockefeller Farm found a fix: turning wastes into power.
View detailsThe City of Dapitan is set to host a towering 46-foot-tall 3D-printed statue of Jose Rizal, eyed to become the tallest in the world.
View detailsWeather-related myths or beliefs have been passed down to generations. From unplugging electronic devices, to covering mirrors and avoiding taking baths, many Filipinos believe these myths, and remain in practice to this day.
View detailsBeing a geographically isolated island, Romblon faces major challenges in digital connectivity, transportation and mobility, access to basic services, and even disaster risk and early warning.
View detailsThe Department of Science and Technology (DOST) launched its newest science centrum in Dipolog City, immersing students of the Zamboanga Peninsula in scientific knowledge and concepts through its various exhibits last Aug. 12, 2026.
View detailsThe Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the European Union (EU) continue to explore opportunities to strengthen cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) research and innovation in the Philippines.
View detailsKicking off the Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) in the Zamboanga Peninsula, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) reaffirmed its ongoing initiatives in food security, sustainable energy, and disaster resilience in Dipolog City, August 12, 2026.
View detailsBacolod City has been selected for the proposed Philippine Science High School–Negros Island Region Campus. The planned 2027–2028 intake remains subject to completion of requirements.
View detailsThe Philippines, on August 11, 2026, reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful nuclear science, regional cooperation, and robust regulatory systems that safeguard people and the environment as it inaugurated the 13th Annual Meeting of the ASEAN Network of Regulatory Bodies on Atomic Energy (ASEANTOM) at the Diamond Hotel Manila.
View detailsThe Department of Science and Technology–National Capital Region (DOST-NCR) recently launched the 2026 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) in Valenzuela City. This event featured various science and technology initiatives available for collaboration, highlighting the department’s commitment to promoting disaster resilience, smart city development, advanced manufacturing, digital learning, and grassroots entrepreneurship throughout the metro.
View detailsAnticipating and acting on risks before they become crises is how Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. describes it as he advocates anticipatory governance to ensure better quality of life for Filipinos.
View detailsIn an effort to make the country more sustainable and resilient, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), together with the SM Prime Holdings Inc. brought science-backed innovations and technologies closer to the public, through the 2026 Sustainable Expo.
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