The Innovation Hub (iHub) of the Department of Science and Technology Aklan Provincial Office (DOST-Aklan) hosted “iHub Orientation: Exploring STI & Scholar’s Tech Journey”, offering faculty and students of Aklan State University (ASU) a look into the world of Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) and the transformative journey of a Scholars Technopreneurship Training Program (STTP) scholar.
STTP is a six-month capacity-building program organized by the Department of Science and Technology-Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) aiming to equip DOST scholars with the skills to transform their research and innovations into viable and marketable technologies.
STTP scholar Marefe Genean B. Ibit of ASU shared her growth journey and introduced READOut, the award-winning innovative mobile application developed by her team at DaluBasa. This app, designed to address poor reading literacy among Filipino students, notably earned the grand prize at the STTP Demo Day.
Marefe Genean B. Ibit of Aklan State University beams as she shares her journey as an STTP scholar, being part of DaluBasa and developing the award-winning innovative mobile application READOut.
Aspiring innovators from Aklan State University fully engaged as they listen attentively to an interactive talk focused on technology and entrepreneurship.
Adding another dimension to the learning experience, Fyrside Chat, an interactive talk on technology and entrepreneurship, was organized and live-streamed by DOST-Antique to showcase different startup owners who shared their entrepreneurial journeys and the stories behind their ventures. This session offered valuable insights to the aspiring students to embrace innovation.
Aspiring innovators from Aklan State University fully engaged as they listen attentively to an interactive talk focused on technology and entrepreneurship.
Science Research Specialist I and Aklan Innovation Hub Officer Eunice Raiza Panagsagan of DOST-Aklan gave a comprehensive overview of the various iHub programs and opportunities to give participants a clear understanding of how it can support their potential ventures in science, technology, and innovation.
One of which is the upcoming STARTUP Ecosystem Mapping Workshop on April 28, 2025, which will help identify key players, resources, gaps, and opportunities, ultimately fostering a more supportive and interconnected environment for local startups.
Participants from Aklan State University together with Aklan Innovation Hub Officer Eunice Raiza R. Panagsagan and Marefe Genean B. Ibit of ASU during the “iHub Orientation: Exploring STI & Scholar’s Tech Journey” at DOST Aklan
In the hope of lighting the flare in the hearts of aspiring young innovators, Panagsagan stated, “We hope this activity has inspired you to go beyond your research and thesis and take steps toward building future startups in our province. Remember, DOST is here to support you along the way.” (IASacapaño, DOST-Aklan)
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