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Local forest-based industries are set to get a boost from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) with the soon-to-be-established Forest Products Innovation and Training Centers (FPITCs) in the regions. 

The DOST- Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) together with the DOST regional and provincial offices are collaborating with state universities and colleges (SUCs) for the establishment of FPITCs, which are envisioned to enhance the capabilities of the forest-based industries in product design, processing and use of wood and non-wood forest products.

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Students from Eastern Visayas participated in an exhibit of DOST-supported technologies (Photo from DOST VIII)

The Philippines' rich marine biodiversity not only sustains the livelihoods of many Filipinos and industries but also preserves environmental balance. However, irresponsible and destructive human actions continue to pose a threat to this invaluable resource. Additionally, there remains untapped marine potential that could significantly contribute to national development.

To help promote the sustainable and responsible management of the country’s ocean resources, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) showcased its science, technology, and innovation (STI) initiatives in the Blue Economy and Smart and Sustainable Development at the 2024 Eastern Visayas Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (EVRSTW) celebration.

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By DOST-PCIEERD

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Department of Energy (DOE) are in search for ideas to support in the renewable energy sector.

The DOST Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD) will be opening on July 15, 2024, the Call for Proposals for its Renewable Energy Science, Technology, and Innovation (RESTI) Program. 

The RESTI program is the banner program of the cooperation agreement between the DOE – Renewable Energy Management Bureau (REMB) and DOST-PCIEERD. RESTI is in accordance with RA 9513, series of 2008, or the Renewable Energy Act particularly the implementation of the Renewable Energy Trust Fund (RETF) and the DOST Grants-In-Aid Program Guidelines. 

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PRESS RELEASE

Built upon a published study from the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD), researchers from the University of the Philippines (UP) Manila are investigating the antiretroviral properties of a plant extract in a promising step towards potentially finding treatment for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). 

Among the major challenges in treating HIV is viral latency, or the ability of the virus to be in a resting (latent) state, evading detection by the immune system and current HIV medications called antiretroviral therapies (ART).