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By Carl Miguel A. Lusuegro, DOST-STII

The DOST Day Care Center will be transformed into a highly conducive learning facility for children,” remarked Ms. Bea Torres, Director of the National Book Store (NBS) Foundation, during the Kickoff Ceremony of the partnership between the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and NBS on December 15, 2023, at the DOST Day Care Center (DDCC) in Bicutan, Taguig City.

The DDCC was founded on August 1, 1997 in support of Executive Order No. 340, 1997, directing national government agencies and government-owned and controlled corporations to provide Day Care Services for their employees’ children under five years of age. Since then, the institution has produced graduates who are well-equipped for their education.

It aims to offer a high-quality gender-responsive S&T preschool education that works collaboratively with parents and ensures that every preschooler learns and grows in a nurturing, fun, and safe environment, setting the foundation for a lifelong love of education and success in school and life.

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By Allan Mauro V. Marfal, DOST-STII  

In an era marked by incessant distractions, the art of respecting and valuing one another's time often takes a back seat, which may cause, in some instances, inconvenience to both parties. The pressing demands of modern life, coupled with a myriad of diversions, contribute to the oversight of responsible time management. The consequence, however, extends beyond the individual level, impacting relationships with family, friends, partners, and coworkers in ways often underestimated.

Recognizing the critical need for a cultural shift towards time consciousness, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is set to take the lead, once more, in promoting the National Time Consciousness Week (NTCW) in 2024. From January 1 to 7, under the resonating theme "G na G! Oras Pinas para sa Bagong Pilipinas," the DOST aims to synchronize all timepieces across the nation, creating a unified commitment to punctuality and respect for each other’s time.

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Southeast Asian countries reveal the latest astronomy studies and developments in their respective countries as they convene in Manila for the 13th Southeast Asia Astronomy Network Meeting (SEAAN 2023).

SEAAN 2023 was attended by representatives coming from member nations Brunei, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, and Myanmar, hosted by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT).

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By Rhea Mae Ruba, DOST-STII

The DOST-Day Care Center (DDCC) received school equipment from the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. through the initiative of DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr., who converted his token of appreciation into a donation. The turnover took place at the DDCC building in DOST Bicutan Compound, Taguig City, on December 13, 2023.

The donated school equipment includes two flat-screen televisions, one refrigerator, one portable speaker, and seven tablets, aiming to advance and improve the education system, specifically the children's learning habits.

With the optimistic goal of prioritizing the needs of DDCC students, DOST-Secretary Solidum converted his reward as one of the judges in the 2023 Metrobank Foundation's search for Outstanding Filipinos into the school equipment.

"I also remember that to develop science, technology, and innovation in our country, which will be the key to change our nation, it is important to provide an answer to the question of how we can encourage the young generation to involve themselves in science and technology. So, I have been asked for a long time, and my answer was to start with children, specifically toddlers, kindergarten, or nursery," emphasized DOST Secretary Solidum.

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By Allan Mauro V. Marfal, DOST-STII

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) hosted a side event during the 28th Conference of Parties (COP) held on 01 December 2023, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and shared how Filipinos, often known as victims of disasters, can become victors through numerous science and technology (S&T) interventions.

With the title "From Victims to Victors: Accelerating Data Governance for Climate Action in the Philippines," the DOST shared on the global stage the practical use and applications of two of the most recognized multi-sectoral collaboration works led by the country’s science department: the Impact-Based Forecasting and Early Warning System and GeoRiskPhilippines Initiative.

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