The Department of Science and Technology VI’s (DOST VI) Aklan Innovation Hub (iHub) in partnership with FyrLab Accelerator, Youth First Philippines Initiative, Inc. (YFI), Unified Movement in Western Visayas to Accelerate Startup and Spinoff Development (UMWAD) Consortium, and Aklan State University (ASU) hosted a Fyrside Chat and Startup Ecosystem Mapping Workshop for local entrepreneurs, researchers,
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Sibunag, Guimaras – The country’s second Integrated Mango Post-Harvest Facility was deployed by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in Brgy. Millan, Sibunag, Guimaras. As the second of its kind in the Philippines after Davao City, this innovation marks a major milestone in enhancing the province’s capacity to meet international export standards through improved
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A two-day training on Creative Graphic Design for Product Packaging and Labeling led by the Department of Science and Technology Region VI (DOST VI) and the Department of Trade and Industry – Capiz (DTI Capiz) was conducted in its goal to help Capiz local graphic artists and firm designers to improve the visual appeal and
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The Department of Science and Technology VI (DOST VI), through its Aklan Provincial Office (DOST-Aklan) and Regional Standards and Testing Laboratories-Metrology Laboratory (RSTL-MTRL), conducted a public training on the introduction and fundamentals of metrology to the local government officials and vendors from different municipalities of Aklan namely, Numancia, Makato, Tangalan, Ibajay, Nabas, and Malay. Local
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Lorna’s Processed Food Manufacturing is a growing business in the province of Capiz known for its innovative seafood products. Starting as a small business producing bottled gourmet tuyo (dried fish) and bagoong (shrimp paste), Lorna’s Processed Food Manufacturing faced tough challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this, the firm expanded its operations with its first
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To help address poverty and limited income opportunities in the Aglalana Indigenous Community, home to the Ati and Panay Bukidnon groups, a two-day training on Darag Native Chicken and Vegetable Production was conducted under the Community Empowerment Through Science and Technology (CEST) program of the Department of Science and Technology VI (DOST VI), through the
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Academicians, researchers, industry stakeholders convene for the 2025 Visayas Regional Scientific Meeting ILOILO CITY – Academicians, researchers, and industry stakeholders convene for the 2025 Visayas Regional Scientific Meeting (RSM) on April 29-30, 2025, at Diversion 21 Hotel, Mandurriao, Iloilo City. This year’s Visayas RSM is organized by the National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines
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ILOILO CITY — The Department of Science and Technology Region VI (DOST-VI) awarded 256 scholar-graduates from Batch 2024 with the Medal of Academic Excellence in Science and Technology during the In Touch with Excellence (ITWE) Awarding Ceremony held on April 25, 2025, at Diversion 21 Hotel, Iloilo City. ITWE is an annual recognition ceremony that
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A 25-inch width handloom weaving machine designed for differently-abled persons and the elderly. This innovative device offers comfort, convenience, and accessibility, making it adaptable to standard wheelchairs. Plus, its portable design ensures easy transport to other places. Key Features: ✅Eye-hand-held lever ✅ Four-harness mechanism ✅ Sliding beater, allowing an easier weaving activity Tradition Meets Innovation
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As part of its ongoing commitment to empower local agri-aqua stakeholders, the Food-on-the-Road Innovation and Processing (FoodtrIP) Project hosted a comprehensive, full-day training session at Capiz State University (CapSU)-Dayao Satellite College, bringing together 15 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from Roxas City to advance their knowledge and skills. Participants engaged in two in-depth sessions
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