TechNest Aklan or the Technology, Innovation, and Collaboration Nest for Aklan, a local technology business incubator (TBI) in the province benchmarks with TBIs in Iloilo to adopt best practices and strengthen support for startups in the province. The benchmarking activity was participated by key personnel from the Department of Science and Technology Aklan provincial office
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Founders, enablers, and the Iloilo business community gathered for Angel Investing 101, a casual but engaging discussion about the opportunities that it can open up for startups. Angel Investing is a term used in business that refers to an early-stage investment providing capital to a startup in exchange for ownership equity or convertible debt. It
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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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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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HL Mach 4.0 is a technical upgrade of the Philippine traditional upright loom machine for an ergonomic and higher productivity weaving process. Key Features: ✅ Semi-automatic warp beam hand switch system for an uninterrupted weaving operation ✅ Guided sliding beater for ease of beating motion ✅ Equipped with a four-harness mechanism that allows up to
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The province of Capiz, known as the Seafood Capital of the Philippines for its abundant oysters and mussels, is taking decisive steps to protect its thriving aquaculture industry. With climate change, red tide events, and erratic weather patterns posing increasing threats, local oyster and mussel growers are turning to innovative solutions to safeguard their livelihoods.
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A total of 20 participants from various food establishments in Western Visayas attended the “Mastering Food Safety and Halal Standards: Ensuring Quality and Compliance in Every Bite” training conducted by the Department of Science and Technology VI (DOST VI) on March 25, 2025. This training aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of food industry
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Halal-accredited expert from the Department of Science and Technology 6 (DOST 6), Norjanah C. Barosa, discussed the key aspects of Halal Tourism held in Boracay, Aklan on March 14, 2025. The Department of Science and Technology Aklan (DOST-Aklan) and the Department of Tourism Regional Office No. 6 (DOT-6) push for inclusive tourism in Boracay Island,
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Scholar volunteers of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) led a three-day review class for the 2025 DOST Science Education Institute (SEI) Undergraduate Scholarships Program applicants in the province of Guimaras, March 15, 22 and 29. The DOST Guimaras Provincial Science and Technology Office (PSTO) hosted the activity at the Guimaras State University (GSU)
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For many scholars, the journey starts with an acceptance letter, a promise of financial assistance, and the opportunity to pursue a dream. But for this scholar, the DOST Science Education Institute (SEI) Undergraduate Scholarship was more than just a gateway to higher education. It was the spark that ignited a lifelong mission to reshape the
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