Department of Science and Technology

Also known as DOST

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is a Philippine government agency that funds and supports various research projects aimed at improving economic stability and community resilience. Recent initiatives include developing weather-resistant sugarcane varieties, upgrading flood warning systems in Northern Mindanao, and creating affordable 3D-printed prosthetics using nanocomposite filaments. DOST also encourages the commercialization of research outputs to benefit industries and communities across the country.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

Recent stories about DOST

Marcos signs AO establishing Task Force Kanlaon for Mount Kanlaon response

President Marcos signed Administrative Order No. 32 on April 24 to establish the National Task Force Kanlaon for coordinating government response efforts related to Mount Kanlaon鈥檚 volcanic activity.
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Avel Bacudio, DOST-PTRI 'Gintong Sinag' show

Fashion designer Avel Bacudio collaborated with the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) for a fundraising fashion show called 'Gintong Sinag: Hinabi ng Lakas, Ginawa nang may Pagmamalaki' on March 25.
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DOST implements upgraded flood warning system in Northern Mindanao

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has implemented an upgraded flood forecasting and warning system to protect communities in Northern Mindanao after witnessing the devastating impacts of past typhoons.
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Japan-funded flood warning center inaugurated in Cagayan de Oro

The Cagayan de Oro River Basin Flood Forecasting and Warning Center was inaugurated in El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental on Friday, April 4.
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NIC OKs AI task force, new grants, think tank

The National Innovation Council (NIC) has approved the formation of a technical working group to assess the current state and future direction of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in the Philippines.
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DOST's SETUP generates PHP1.86B in sales, creates 964 jobs in Caraga and Ilocos

Technology interventions by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in both Caraga Region and Ilocos Region generated PHP682 million and PHP1.18 billion in sales respectively from 2022 to 2024, creating a total of 964 jobs for local MSMEs.
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UPM develops anti-gout tablet from 'ulasimang bato'

Leading herbal medicine experts from the University of the Philippines Manila have developed an anti-gout tablet derived from the Peperomia pellucida plant, commonly known as 'ulasimang bato' or 'pansit-pansitan', which could benefit around 1.6 million Filipinos with gout.
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DOE finalizes RADPLAN for nuclear emergencies

The Department of Energy (DOE) announced on Tuesday that it has finalized and strengthened the National Nuclear and Radiological Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (RADPLAN), enhancing the country's preparedness measures for potential nuclear emergencies.
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DOST-10 revives IP weaving with new tech

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region 10 has partnered with the local government of Talakag, Bukidnon province, to revive traditional weaving practices among indigenous peoples (IPs).
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DOST develops mosquito repellent incense from forest products

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is developing mosquito repellent incense from forest products like cinnamon bark, almaciga, and pili resin to combat dengue.
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