The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region VI client firms on December 2, partake in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Forum dubbed as “Surviving and Bouncing-Back”, talking about their experiences and knowledge-sharing amidst the pandemic. This event is part of the 2020 National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) Celebration in Region VI
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Malnutrition is still prevalent in the country and 1/3 of the Philippine households are not able to afford a diet to meet the nutritional needs as reported in Philippine Summary Report of the World Food Programme. To address these issues, the Department of Science and Technology-Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) reformulated the Enhanced Nutribun
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The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region VI will conduct its first ever virtual event for this year’s 2020 Regional Science and Technology Week (RSTW) via online platforms on December 2-3. This regional celebration is still part of the National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) which we held just last week from November 23
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Jordan, Guimaras – Some 15 agri-business enterprises in the Province of Guimaras including walk-in participants attended the Orientation on Packaging and Labeling at Caza Guesthouse, San Miguel, Jordan, Guimaras. The event was conducted by the Department of Science and Technology VI (DOST VI) through its Guimaras Provincial S&T Center (PSTC) in collaboration with the Department
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The Department of Science and Technology Region VI (DOST VI) provided eight (8) more units of contactless specimen collection booths (SCBs) to healthcare facilities in Western Visayas identified by the Department of Health – Center for Health Development Region VI (DOH-CHD VI). The initiative of the DOST VI in the fabrication and deployment of the
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A limited manufacturing agreement was signed for the Department of Science and Technology – Metals Industry Research and Development Center (DOST-MIRDC) developed 12HP single-cylinder diesel engine also referred to as “SCDE”. As an agricultural country, the Philippines has been relying on imported engines to support its agro-industrial requirements. These engines are used to provide power
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Supporting the call of the Iloilo City Government to utilize the aid and participation of the community in fighting the threats of the CoViD-19 pandemic, the Department of Science and Technology Region VI (DOST VI) presents its CoViD-19 Actions and Solutions. DOST VI Regional Director Rowen R. Gelonga talks on the agency’s initiatives and accomplishments
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One of the many reasons why local micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) cannot level up to improve the marketability of its products and enhance its processes is mainly because of the lack of funds to upgrade its facilities, acquire new equipment, and implement technological recommendations of experts but it is not for the reason
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The Science & Technology Academic and Research-Based Openly-Operated Kiosks (STARBOOKS) developed by the Science and Technology Information Institute (STII) is now available in two secondary schools in Molinao, Aklan. The STARBOOKS is home to science and technology learning instructions available in text, video, and audio formats intended to serve as information access in key areas
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In the Philippines, the Nutrifacts label for food products is a prerequisite for the Food and Drug Administration License to Operate (FDA-LTO) application. Proper nutrition label helps consumers choose more healthful diets and offers an incentive to food companies to improve the nutritional qualities of their products. The project entitled, “Supporting Women’s Economic Empowerment in
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