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For their notable contributions and accomplishments in the field of science and technology, five researchers received awards by the Philippine Association for the Advancement of Science and Technology (PhilAAST) during its 64th annual convention held recently at the De La Salle University, Taft Avenue, Manila.

Dr. Grecebio Jonathan D. Alejandro was conferred the Gregorio Y. Zara Award for Basic Research for his pioneering research on Plant Molecular Phylogenetics in the Philippines and the discovery of novel genera and several new endemic species in Rubiaceae (coffee family) such as the Mussaendaustii in honor of UST (University of Santo Tomas). He is a full professor at the UST College of Science and current director of the Office of Graduate Research of the UST Graduate School.

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Tacloban City, Leyte- Maximizing the potential of available raw materials to strengthen the local food sector in the region is considered by Department of Science and Technology (DOST) as an essential driving force to speed up the current rehabilitation in Yolanda-affected areas in Visayas.

And to achieve that, DOST, together with Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) officially launched the Eastern Visayas-Food Innovation Center (EV-FIC) last September 26, 2015 at EVSU’s main campus in Tacloban City, Leyte.

EV-FIC is a facility that gives opportunities for local residents to develop their ideas and concepts in the field of food processing into innovative and marketable products.

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Ormoc City, Leyte- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Chief Mario G. Montejo made rounds on three successful DOST assisted firms in Ormoc City at the recent opening of the Visayas Cluster Science and Technology Fair hosted by DOST Regional Office 8 at the Ormoc City Superdome.

In his visit, Sec. Montejo was elated to see how Eastern Visayas has recovered from the debilitating effects of Super Typhoon Yolanda two years past. “I am glad that we are seeing firms that were affected by the calamity and are now getting back on their feet,” said Montejo during one of the stops at Mayong’s Bakeshop and Snackhouse.

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Department of Science and Technology- CALABARZON (DOST IV-A) Regional Director Dr. Alexander R. Madrigal launches the Tambuli Media Network News Archiving System, the first news archiving system created to promote science and technology news of DOST IV-A. Developed by the regional office’s Management Information System, the Tambuli Media Network News Archiving System provides online storage that will enable CALABARZON’s local media partners to upload news stories and activities. The system also serves as a venue for discussions and S&T information dissemination among media members. On left is a screen capture of the system’s homepage. (Text by Romelie Janelle Maranan/Photos by Ceajay Valerio, S&T Media Service)