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Nearly fifty years after the “nutribun” came out in the 1970’s as a part of the government’s feeding program, the current Philippine government has now developed an enhanced version of the bun to address hunger brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.

But just how enhanced is DOST’s enhanced nutribun – which it developed in response to the call of the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s Feeding Program During Community Quarantine or Other Similar Emergencies.

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Marine scientists from the De La Salle University (DLSU) Manila found ways to preserve the wonders of the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park as they also warned that continued nutrient buildup can greatly reduce the coral cover and diversity of the reef in the coming years.

The Tubbataha Reef in the Sulu Sea is globally renowned for its high coral diversity. Recently, however, its status as a global benchmark for reef conditions within a marine protected area is under threat by notable changes in its residing species.

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Health & Safety First!

Giving priority to the health and safety of those who will participate in the World Health Organization (WHO) Solidarity Trials to find a vaccine for COVID-19, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is now looking into all the necessary preparations and safeguards.  

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A local startup firm in Cebu developed a comprehensive and customizable system that would allow HR groups to devote more time to developing and planning programs related to career advancement, skills development as well as the creation of an ideal workplace for their employees. 

Called Payruler, this web-based application is tailor-fit for HR process automation of different businesses in the country. The project is supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) through a grant under the business incubation program.