PH’s first simulation packaging testing lab soon to rise on DOST grounds
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A state-of-the-art packaging laboratory with the capacity to simulate stress conditions will soon rise at the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) grounds in Bicutan, Taguig City.
At the ground breaking ceremony for the establishment of the first Simulation Packaging Testing Laboratory (SPTL) and Green Packaging Laboratory (GPL) in the country, held on 5 March 2019, DOST Secretary Fortunato T. de la Peña stressed the need to improve packaging technology with better equipment and facilities.
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DOST leads in building first 3D printing R&D center in PH
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The Philippines’ first 3D printing R&D institution will soon rise in the country. Called the Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMCen), it will promote research and development in Additive Manufacturing commonly known as three-dimension (3D) printing technology.
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DOST's Fishery Biologist Awarded at DOST's 2019 Women's Month Celebration
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Profile of DR. HADJA SITTIE SHAYMA ZENAIDA P. HADJI RAOF LAIDAN
Dr. Hadja Sittie Shayma Zenaida Pangarungan Hadji Raof-Laidan is no ordinary lady in the southern part of our archipelago. Her vast learning experiences and towering accomplishments and achievements bespeak of an extraordinary career path worthy of emulation.
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Bacteria help rice grow more roots to fight drought, research says
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Results of a study reveal that a certain bacteria can induce larger and more extensive root system when applied to planted rice, thereby improving drought tolerance.
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