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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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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-PCHRD funds natural products research in Western Visayas

The Department of Science and Technology- Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD) through their Undergraduate Thesis Grant in Natural Products provides financial support to undergraduate students conducting research on natural products specifically focused on plants and microorganisms. This annual program aims to cultivate a strong research culture in the field, increasing the volume
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Empowering Regional Research: Launch of the VJSTI Website at the 2024 Idlab Awards

The 2024 Idlab Awards marked a groundbreaking milestone with the launch of the Visayan Journal of Science, Technology, and Innovation (VJSTI) website. The Visayan Journal of Science, Technology, and Innovation (VJSTI) was established by the Regional Research, Development, and Innovation Committee (RRDIC) with the vision of creating the first-ever regional research journal focused on advancing
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Revolutionary Aerogel Technology Boosts Energy and Environmental Research in Occidental

𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐬 𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 The Center of Aerogel Technology for Energy and Environment or CATEE, established at the University of St. La Salle (USLS) with funding from the DOST Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD), is the first research center in Negros
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Guimaras province taps DOST as RP in research confab

Buenavista, Guimaras (09 October 2024) — To ignite curiosity, share knowledge and strengthen collaboration for the future of the island province of Guimaras, the Guimaras Provincial Government taps DOST Guimaras as resource person for the 2024 Guimaras Research Conference. Mr. Allen Daryl F. Asuelo, DOST Guimaras Provincial Director, talks on “Empowering Future Scientists:  Strengthening the Scholarship
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Breakthroughs in Research and Development

With a vast riverine estuary stretching 12.5 kilometers from its mouth, the Bago River is a valuable nursery ground for diverse fish species. Estuaries are coastal areas where freshwater from rivers and seawater from the ocean mix, creating one of the world’s most productive and dynamic ecosystems. With the lack of information on the nursery
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Boosting Synergy: DOST NCR benchmarks research initiatives in Western Visayas

The Department of Science and Technology-National Capital Region (DOST-NCR) visits DOST VI to benchmark research, development, and innovation initiatives in Western Visayas. During the activitiy, the DOST VI and its supported consortia and committees, shared practices, functions, and services, especially in terms of their involvement in research and development (R&D), the operationalization of the Regional
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