Department of Science and Technology

Also known as DOST

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in the Philippines is actively promoting innovation and technological advancement across various sectors, including manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, and disaster preparedness. On August 1, 2025, DOST launched a government-funded 3D laboratory in Northern Mindanao to support startups and local innovators. Additionally, DOST emphasizes the importance of investing in emerging technologies like quantum computing for long-term benefits and resilience against natural disasters.

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Last updated at August 2, 2025.

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CCC urges science-based action to avoid PHP1.2T annual losses by 2030

The Climate Change Commission (CCC) emphasized the importance of science-based research and development in promoting climate resilience during the 8th National Research and Development Conference hosted by the Department of Science and Technology.
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Marcos orders agencies to activate for Tropical Depression Crising

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered government agencies to implement proactive measures as Tropical Depression Crising is expected to intensify into a severe tropical storm by Saturday.
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NDRRMC raises alert status to red for TD Crising

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) raised its alert status to red for Tropical Depression 'Crising' on Thursday.
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NBI offers forensic help for missing sabungeros

NBI Director Jaime Santiago has offered his agency's forensic expertise, including lie detector tests and DNA analysis, to assist in the investigation of missing cockfight enthusiasts from 2021 to 2022.
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DOST says bones of missing cockfighters may still be recoverable in Taal Lake

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) stated on Saturday that bones of missing cockfight enthusiasts may still be recoverable if their bodies were dumped in Taal Lake.
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DOST inaugurates first glycogen facility in Tacloban

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) inaugurated the country's first glycogen extraction facility in Tacloban City on Wednesday, aiming to convert green mussels into high-value glycogen for various applications.
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Sen Pia Cayetano introduces AI regulation bill

Senator Pia Cayetano has introduced a bill aimed at regulating artificial intelligence (AI) in the Philippines to ensure its safe and ethical use.
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DSWD, PPA prep ready-to-eat food packs at 25 ports

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has signed an agreement with the Philippine Ports Authority to preposition ready-to-eat food packs at 25 major and critical ports nationwide to assist stranded passengers during disasters.
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Visayas meeting aims to boost bio-economy through science

Experts convened in Iloilo City on Tuesday for a two-day Visayas Regional Scientific Meeting to address regional concerns and present science-based recommendations.
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32 Ilocos police deploy to BARMM for May elections

Thirty-two police officers from Ilocos Norte have been deployed to the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao ahead of the May 12 midterm elections, joining a larger contingent of 193 policemen from Police Regional Office-1 (Ilocos) who underwent training and certification by the Commission on Elections and Department of Science and Technology.
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