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DOST-X, Paras join hands in developing Parazap disinfection unit for COVID-19

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Published: 22 May 2020

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Engr. Elpidio M. Paras, inventor and CEO of Parasat Cable TV, recently handed over to the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) his innovation to help medical frontliners conserve Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the fight against COVID-19.

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DOST-ITDI develops respirator, ventilator parts for COVID-19 patients

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Published: 22 May 2020

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By David Matthew C. Gopilan, DOST-STII

To support COVID-19 patients having breathing difficulty, the country's science agency has begun developing 3D printed ventilator and respirators.
Secretary Fortunato T. de la Peña of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) said that ventilators in small hospitals are now depleting. "Lalonghumirap ang pag-import ng ventilator kasi nag-aagawan ng supply," the science chief mentioned during the Interagency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases at the Malacañang in Manila.

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DOST-NRCP researchers say Eureka! Antibiotic compounds found in marine sediments

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Published: 22 May 2020

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“Findings from basic research lay the groundwork to establish validated data and information needed to prepare the country should there be an epidemic or a pandemic”. - Dr. Doralyn Dalisay, NRCP Member of Division IV (Pharmaceutical Sciences) and Chair, DOST - NRCP Visayas Chapter

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