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The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is pleased to announce the opening of the call for proposals for the 2026 Joint Research Project, a collaboration between the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS).

This bilateral initiative aims to support research conducted jointly by Filipino and Japanese researchers, fostering international scientific cooperation. Interested applicants are encouraged to work closely with their counterparts in Japan to develop their proposals.

The Filipino proponents shall submit their proposals to the DOST Project Management Information System (DPMIS), while their Japanese counterparts shall submit identical proposals to JSPS for a separate review and evaluation. Only projects approved by both DOST and JSPS will proceed under this scheme.

The deadline of submission is on 03 September 2025, 5:00 PM. Please refer to the enclosed document for the application guidelines.

For inquiries/clarification, please contact the DOST- International Technology Cooperation Unit through email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone no. 8837-2071 loc 3070.

Thank you. 

2026 DOST-JSPS JRP Application Guidelines

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Memorandum: Guidelines: Guidelines on the Criteria and Selection Process for the Executive Members of the National Innovation Council (NIC)

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We are pleased to announce that the 2025 Philippines-Korea Joint S&T Research Program Call for Proposals is now open. We would like to request your assistance in disseminating this information to your S&T networks.

This call aims to give researchers an opportunity to strengthen the existing bilateral cooperation between Philippines and South Korea and explore new research partnerships particularly in areas namely: (i) Artificial Intelligence, and (ii) Waste Management. For your easy reference, below is the agreed timeline:

Activity/ies Timeline
Deadline for the proposal submission

19 May 2025
Exchange submitted proposal list

27 May 2025
Deadline of evaluation of proposals

15 August 2025
Discussion and decision on final selection

29 August 2025
Contract and Grant distribution to selected projects

September 2025

Commencement of selected projects

 01 October 2025

Enclosed is a copy of the Call guidelines for reference. Interested parties are advised to coordinate with prospective counterpart/collaborator in South Korea to craft the proposals. Filipino researchers must submit their proposals at https://dpmis.dost.gov.ph/

The necessary DOST-GIA forms for capsule proposals may be downloaded at http://www.dost.gov.ph. For further inquiries, you may contact Mr. Gabriel Sumague at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. copy furnished This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Memo: Call for Proposals: 2025 Philippines-Korea Joint S&T Research Program Call for Proposals

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2025 MECO-TECO SANDWICH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 

CALL FOR APPLICATION

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) of Taiwan, through a joint cooperation is pleased to announce the Call for Application to the MECO-TECO Sandwich Scholarship Program (SSP) for SY 2025.

The SSP is open to Master’s and PhD students who are interested in conducting their research at a university or research institution in Taiwan. The priority research areas include (1) Natural Sciences, (2) Life Sciences, (3) Engineering and (4) Chemistry. Interested applicants are required to look for a Taiwanese professor who will serve as his/her host/adviser, preferably one with an existing project being funded by the NSTC. The applicants may also reach out to Principal Investigators who are already involved in the MECO-TECO Joint Research Program. This is to facilitate the release of funding and assurance of financial support for the duration of the conduct of the research.

All applicants are required to submit the hard copies (with wet signature) of the following documents compiled into a long brown envelope, labeled with your full name and the subject ‘2025 MECO-TECO SSP Application’, and addressed to the International Technology Cooperation Unit (ITCU):

  1. Accomplished MECO-TECO SSP Application (form attached);
  2. Proposed Host Institution and Adviser (Acceptance Letter);
  3. CV of Filipino and Taiwanese Host Professors;
  4. Certified Copy of Transcript of Records;
  5. Endorsement from two (2) Former Professors;
  6. Endorsement from Project Leader (for ASTHRDP/ERDT scholars);
  7. If employed, recommendation from President of the Agency; and
  8. Two (2) recent 2x2 ID picture.

NSTC will grant a stipend of NT$25,000 for MS student and NT$35,000 for PhD student per month while DOST will grant relocation assistance of Php30,000.00, one roundtrip economy airfare, and health and accident insurance.

All letters should be addressed to:

LEAH J. BUENDIA, Ph.D.
Undersecretary for Research and Development
DOST Main Building, DOST Complex,
General Santos Avenue, Central Bicutan, Taguig City 1631

Interested applicants may communicate directly with the International Technology Cooperation Unit (ITCU) located at 3rd Floor, DOST Main Bldg., DOST Complex, General Santos Avenue, Bicutan, Taguig City or through email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. All applications must be submitted to the said office on or before 18 April 2025. The Sandwich Program must start in September 2025.

For ASTHRDP and ERDT scholars, the period of SSP should be within the approved duration of scholarship. Their applications must be duly endorsed by the respective ASTHRDP/ERDT Project Leader.

 

Memo: Call for Application - 2025 MECO-TECO SSP