Two (2) public schools in Capiz are now equipped to spark curiosity and learning, receiving the Science and Technology Academic and Research-Based Openly Operated Kiosk System (STARBOOKS) digital kiosks and vital learning equipment through the Department of Science and Technology Science and Technology Information Institute (DOST-STII), DOST VI, and BPI Foundation, Inc. Sinamongan Integrated School
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Braving the sea from mainland Antique to the island of Semirara, the Department of Science and Technology VI (DOST VI), through the Antique Provincial S&T Office (Antique PSTO), successfully deployed the Science and Technology Academic and Research-Based Openly Operated KioskS (STARBOOKS) at the Divine Word School of Semirara Island, Inc. (DWSII) on June 25–26, 2025.
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In pursuit of equipping indigenous peoples (IPs) from Brgy, Aglalana, Dumarao, Capiz with practical science-based knowledge to support sustainable poultry farming in their community, a learning visit on native chicken production was conducted under the Department of Science and Technology’s (DOST) Community Empowerment through Science and Technology (CEST) Program. The initiative, organized by the Capiz
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In celebrating the Migrant Workers Day 2025, the Department of Science and Technology Region VI (DOST VI) was recognized for its steadfast collaboration with OWWA in supporting OFWs through science, technology, and innovation. The commemoration of Migrant Workers Day was held, together with the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration Regional Welfare Office VI (OWWA) RWO VI,
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In a strategic effort to further the adoption of the Harmonized 18-Unit Faculty Workload Policy, the Western Visayas Consortium for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (WVCIEERD) organized a three-leg cluster meeting with its nine (9) member state universities across the region. The three-leg cluster meeting, led by WVCIEERD Executive Director Dr. Carmelo
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The latest Fyrside Chat in Capiz gave local startups and aspiring founders a clearer view of how government programs can meaningfully support their growth not just through funding, but also through mentorship, infrastructure, and strategic partnerships by creating space for open dialogue, meaningful connections, and practical insights. Organized by the Department of Science and Technology
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The Regional Research, Development, and Innovation Committee (RRDIC) of the Regional Development Council VI successfully convened its 2nd Quarter Meeting for CY 2025 on June 24, 2025, reinforcing Western Visayas’ commitment to advancing its research, development, and innovation (RDI) agenda. Chaired by DOST VI Regional Director Engr. Rowen R. Gelonga, the meeting recorded active participation
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The Department of Science and Technology Region VI (DOST VI), in collaboration with the Capiz Provincial Government-Provincial Agriculturist Office (CPG-OPA), launched an aquaculture-focused initiative aimed at uplifting the coastal communities of Brgy. Buntod and Brgy. Agojo in the Municipality of Panay, Capiz. The project, titled “Technology Adoption of Single-Shell Oyster and Longline Culture of Mussels
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Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Capiz are now better equipped in product presentation and market readiness through the training on Packaging 101 and Mandatory Labeling Requirements organized by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Capiz and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Capiz. The training aimed to help MSMEs elevate the
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As schools prepare for the opening of School Year 2025–2026, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Guimaras, in coordination with DOST VI Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory (RSTL), empowers health teams to make informed decisions for student wellness. School health personnel across Guimaras have expressed their confidence in delivering health and nutrition services. Through
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