A total of 63 scholars of the Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) are graduating at the West Visayas State University (WVSU) where 81% of whom are graduating with flying colors on March 31, 2017. Of the said number, 4 are Summa Cum Laude, 20 are Magna Cum Laude and 27
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Islas de Gigantes resort owners and workers urged to espouse food safety practices
Carles, Iloilo – In a bid to bolster food safety awareness in Islas de Gigantes, some resort owners and workers gather in a Food Safety Seminar with emphasis on the importance, concepts and good practices in food hygienic preparation based on recognized food safety standards. The seminar covers the following topics: Introduction to Food Safety,
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Complementary food production facility to aid in combatting malnutrition
A complementary food production facility housed in University of Antique (UA) seeks to help fight the high incidence of malnutrition in selected areas in the region, more importantly in the province of Antique. A collaborative project of UA and the Department of Science and Technology – Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) and DOST VI,
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Making technology work in the biz
Food. Shelter. Clothing. These fab three are the basic needs in quest of survival. Of the three, clothing weaves unique patterns such as designs that endure the test of time. Truly, Cefekur Garments Industry mastered the nitty-gritty of clothing apparel. From designing to lay outing, sewing, stitching and so on, this success is attributed with
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UA pilots first Nutri Kart in Western Visayas
San Jose, Antique – The University of Antique (UA) sealed the deal with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST VI) in addressing malnutrition through Nutri Kart, a movable food stall which sells nutritious food and snacks. DOST Region VI has developed the Nutri-Kart in order to address malnutrition, particularly in kindergarten, elementary and secondary
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Antiqueño MSMEs receive DOST technical assistance
San Jose, Antique – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST VI) through the Antique Provincial Science and Technology Center (PSTC) has granted six (6) Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with technical assistance under its Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP). Among of the beneficiaries include CMYK Test Print Advertising and Supply, Process Foundation
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P4.2 million for health researches in Western Visayas
An estimated P4.2 million in funding will go to the Western Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium (WVHRDC). Consortium Manager Lerma dela Llana said the funding for regional health researches this year came from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Department of Health (DOH) and DOST’s Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD).
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Health research conference to stage in Iloilo
How important is health research these days? Researchers, health practitioners and managers and stakeholders once again convene in a biennial event dubbed as the 2nd Western Visayas Health Research Conference on October 20-21, 2016 at Sarabia Manor Hotel and Convention Center. Hosted by the Western Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium (WVHRDC) in partnership with
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Food Innovation Center poised as WV’s leading food hub
A food hub here in the region is all set to provide innovations and technical support services in a bid to strengthen the food industry. Developed by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST VI), the Western Visayas Food Innovation Center (FIC), houses one-stop-shops addressing various technology-related concerns of the food processing industry – particularly
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