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“Manifestation of cognitive dysfunction is present regardless of illness severity,” Dr. Antonio D. Ligsay from the College of Science - University of Santo Tomas, a member of the researcher team who conducted the systematic review on “Clearing the Fog: A Systematic Review on Cognitive Dysfunction in COVID-19, stated.

The review article presented evidences regarding the association between COVID-19 and cognitive dysfunction, and the most frequent cognitive impairment are attention, memory, and executive function or higher-level cognitive skills, used to control and coordinate other cognitive abilities and behaviors in COVID-19 patients.

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Geneva, Switzerland – The Philippine delegation headed by DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. represented the country at the Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD) of the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland which was held from 25 to 26 October 2022.

Secretary Solidum showcased the Philippines’ initiatives on green technology and innovation at the first day of the Meeting. The initiatives include policies such as the Philippine Renewable Energy Act of 2008 and the Green Jobs Act of 2016.

The S&T chief also underscored the importance of research and development, upskilling the relevant actors in the society, and investment in green transformation.  “It is essential to strengthen technical and innovation capacity and build knowledge. The Philippines’ Department of Science and Technology (DOST) provides technological, technical, and financial support to public research and development programs in line with green technology and innovation”, the Secretary said.

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A Pinoy-made Mobile Lab to detect African Swine Fever and Avian Influenza is now on its way to Bukidnon.  The unit is scheduled for a grand launch event on Friday, October 28, 2022.

A scientific solution on wheels to detect animal diseases like the African Swine Fever (ASF) and Avian Influenza (AI) is on its way to Bukidnon.

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) - Business Innovation through S&T (BIST) Program funded the Mobile Laboratory Unit (MLU) equipped with state-of-the-art animal health diagnostic technologies. It was designed and created by a local veterinary research and diagnostics company known as BioAssets Corporation. The MLU will be donated to Central Mindanao University (CMU) in Maramag, Bukidnon on Friday, October 28, 2022 during a Grand Launching and Turnover Ceremony. 

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The One-stop Laboratory Services for Global Competitiveness (OneLab) program of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), in recent years, has gained significant traction due to its high return rates for its services.

The program advocates its sustainability to provide testing and calibration services to over 500,000 customers through its institutionalization. OneLab’s initiative for a unified laboratory information management system partnered with 57 network members of local and international laboratories accredited to the international standard ISO/IEC 17025:2017 expanded its capabilities to engage with Metrology, Rubber, Halal, Food and Drinking Water Safety, Food Innovation Centers, and SETUP, with plans to broaden laboratory services. OneLab collected a total of Php724,064,255.27 from 2017 to 2021, equivalent to an average of Php144,812,851 fees collected annually, and has since been reverted to the national treasury.