Aklan innovation hub ignite startup discussions and mapping

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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DOST deploys PH’s second mango treatment tech in Guimaras to boost productivity

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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Academicians, researchers, industry stakeholders convene for the 2025 Visayas Regional Scientific Meeting

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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Tech of the Week:  Thera Loom V2: Therapeutic Handloom Machine Design

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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DOST VI backs research to develop enhanced turmeric capsules for better health benefits

The Department of Science and Technology Region VI (DOST VI) has officially partnered with the University of San Agustin (USA) for a research and development (R&D) project entitled “Formulation of Turmeric Capsule with High Bioavailability for Optimized Therapeutic Efficacy” Through its Grants-in-Aid (GIA) Program. This project is a collaborative effort between Al Di Foods Inc.
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DOST VI links with tech business incubator to strengthen assistance for OFW technopreneurs

The Department of Science and Technology Region VI (DOST VI) links with CPUGAD Technology Business Incubator (TBI) to discuss how to provide Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW)-technopreneurs with essential tools and resources to successfully launch and sustain their technology-driven enterprises. This initiative aims to strengthen DOST’s Innovations for Filipinos Working Distantly from the Philippines (iFWD PH)
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DOST scholars top April 2025 electronics technicians board exam

Two DOST scholar-graduates from the Technological University of the Philippines Visayas (TUPV) have emerged as Rank 1 topnotchers in the April 2025 Electronics Technicians Licensure Examination (ECTLE), each earning an impressive rating of 95.00%. Jayvee C. Fuentebella, an RA 7687 scholar, and Jan Frederick A. Valenton, a MERIT scholar, are DOST-SEI Batch 2020 scholars and
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Ad hoc committee to boost regn’l startup development formalized, outlines key action plan components

The Regional Development Council VI (RDC VI) Economic Development Committee (EDC) formalized the creation of the ad hoc committee for regional startup development in Western Visayas and outlined the key components for the regional action plan on April 8, 2025 at the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) Regional Office VI in IloThe Regional Development Council
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