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DOST-ITDI Honored with Maturity Level 2 Award by Civil Service Commission In recognition of its commitment to improving its human resource management systems, the Department of Science and Technology’s Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) was awarded the prestigious Maturity Level 2 in the Human Resource System under the Enhanced Program to Institutionalize Meritocracy and Excellence in Human Resource Management (PRIME-HRM). |
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Dr. Quizon is new ITDI Director III On October 8, 2024, Dr. Janet F. Quizon is officially the new Director III of the Industrial Technology Development Institute of the Department of Science and Technology. Dr. Quizon was sworn into office by DOST Sec. Renato U. Solidum, Jr. at the Office of the Secretary’s Conference Room, DOST building in Bicutan, Taguig City. |
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Engr. Ceruma earns prestigious back-to-back Engineering Certifications Engr. Divine Rhea J. Ceruma, a Science Research Specialist II at the Chemicals and Energy Division (CED) of the Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI), has achieved significant milestones in her professional career by obtaining two highly regarded engineering certifications. |
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DOST-ITDI Cosmetics R&D Laboratory secures Halal Certification The Industrial Technology Development Institute’s (DOST-ITDI) Halal Cosmetics Research and Development Laboratory under the Standards and Testing Division (STD) acquired its Halal Certification from the International Halal Integrity (IHI) Alliance Ltd., Malaysia on August 9, 2024. |
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DOST-ITDI Salt Technologies win at the 2024 NICE Presidential Awards The Department of Science and Technology's Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) has been honored with the 2024 National Invention Contest and Exhibits (NICE) Presidential Awards for its two innovative salt technologies. |
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A ceremonial signing of the Memorandum of Understanding took place on August 1, 2024, with the key players from the Philippine government, the private sector, and the Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI) of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) inked the agreement to work on the newly launched government project “Timbangan ng Bayan”. |
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GovMedia Conference and Awards 2024 is a pinnacle event where innovation meets recognition. It recognizes outstanding government projects and initiatives in the Asia Pacific, highlighting trends and best practices transforming the public sector. ITDI takes pride in the DOST OneLab’s recognition highlighting its role in enhancing testing, calibration, and technical services to support the country's economic evolution. |
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ITDI-STD presents a food safety study on nitrite at the APFAN International Workshop 2024 The Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) - Standard and Testing Division (STD) through Ms. Ma. Rachel V. Parcon, RCh, MSc, Chief Science Research Specialist of the STD participated in the 2024 Asia Pacific Food Analysis Network (APFAN) International Workshop with the theme "Advancing Food Analysis, Safety and Testing Standards for Global Comparability" held on 15-17 July 2024 at the Everly Hotel, Putrajaya, Malaysia. |
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ITDI@123: Siyensiya, Teknolohiya at Inobasyon Alay ay Solusyon at Oportunidad sa Bagong Pilipinas Noong ika-1 ng Hulyo 2024 nagdiwang ang ITDI ng ika-123 taong Anibersayo ng pagkakatatag na may temang “Siyensya, Teknolohiya at Inobasyon Alay ay Solusyon at Oportunidad sa Bagong Pilipinas.” |
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DOST-ITDI becomes one of the esteemed partners of Shimadzu Philippines After the Industrial Technology Development Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-ITDI), Shimadzu Philippines Corporation (SPC), and Shimadzu Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd (SAP) sealed their fruitful and continuous partnership with a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) in December 2023, this milestone paved the way for DOST-ITDI’s recognition as one of SPC’s esteemed partners during the company's "A Toast for Excellence" held at the Grand Hyatt Manila last July 11, 2024. |
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DOST-ITDI joins RSTW and 1st Leg of HANDA PINAS Exhibitions in Ilocos Norte The Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) joined and participated as an exhibitor during the 2024 RSTW and HANDA PINAS Exhibitions held back-to-back and simultaneously in one venue on July 3-5, 2024 at Plaza Del Norte Hotel in Laoag, Ilocos Norte. |
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DOST-ITDI food processing facility on wheels showcase at PAASE Symposium Exhibit On July 15-16, 2024, the Industrial Technology Development Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-ITDI) joined the Philippine-American Academy of Science and Engineering (PAASE) Symposium Exhibit held at the Baker Hall of the University of the Philippines Los Banos. |
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DOST-ITDI and PFST Forge Partnership to Promote Science and Technology In a landmark collaboration, the Department of Science and Technology-IndustrialTechnology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) and the Philippine Foundation of Science and Technology (PFST) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today. The agreement aims to foster the promotion of science and technology across various sectors, facilitate the transfer of DOSTITDI-developed technologies to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and other stakeholders, and develop mutually beneficial programs and projects. |
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DOST-ITDI Wins Prestigious Institutional Energy Management Award at AEE 2024 Regional Awards In recognition of its outstanding efforts to optimize its energy management, the Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) has been honored with the Institutional Energy Management Award at the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) 2024 Regional Awards for the Asia Pacific Rim Region. |
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DOST-ITDI launches its Airspeed Laboratory on World Metrology Day 2024 The Department of Science and Technology's Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI), through its National Metrology Division, celebrated the World Metrology Day on May 21, 2024, by unveiling its state-of-the-art airspeed laboratory. |
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DOST Tech on Wheels "FoodtrIP" is rolling to Mindoro this April 2024 The FoodtrIP or Food on the road innovation and processing is a model processing plant on wheels with modules for different sections and processing auxiliaries. DOST MIMAROPA’s thermal processing truck features a water retort capable of producing shelf stable food products. This deployable food processing facility aims to extend the reach of STI-based, value-adding interventions for the agri-fisheries sector of MIMAROPA |
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DOST joins SIDA Council to tip up salt industry On March 11, 2024, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed into law Republic Act 11985 or the “Philippine Salt Industry Development Act" or SIDA. With SIDA, science, technology, and research will pave the way for key government agencies to work through the maze of policies, economics, marketing, and other support services to enable salt farmers to bring back the glory days of the industry. |
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DOST represents Philippines in the UN S&T Global Cooperation Exhibit in Switzerland 15 April 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) represented the Philippines in the United Nations (UN) S&T Global Cooperation Exhibit in Switzerland organized by the UN Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD) Secretariat held from April 15 to 19, 2024. |
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DOST-ITDI's water, salt innovations cited in the 49th Geneva Inventions Exhibition The world's largest annual event devoted exclusively to invention cited two of DOST-ITDI's water and salt innovations. The 49th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva (IEIG) held on April 17-21, 2024, at Palexpo, Geneva, Switzerland, showcased 1,035 entries from around the world, including 2 from DOST-ITDI and 9 from other DOST line agencies. |
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27th UNCSTD in Switzerland boosts KEEP UK-ITDI's hydrogen energy shot In its 27th session, CSTD emphasized two priority themes: “Data for Development” and “Global Cooperation in Science, Technology, and Innovation for Development.” Here, the Philippines, represented by DOST through three of its agencies, namely, DOST-ITDI, DOST-FPRDI, and DOST Region XI, showcased projects currently being implemented through international collaboration to acknowledge the second priority theme. |
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DOST-ITDI IAC holds 2024 TechClinic on "Greening the BLUE" focused on 2022 EPR Law The Industrial Technology Development Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-ITDI) held the 2024 DOST-ITDI Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) TechClinic with the theme “Greening the BLUE“ on March 14, 2024 at Dusit Thani Manila in Makati City. |
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RFICs-key to wealth creation, Science Chief "Food innovations open the door to the universal accessibility of food. But, our Regional Food Innovation Centers or RFICs elevate innovation to the next level," Science Chief Renato U. Solidum Jr. said in his message during the FIC Summit held on February 15, 2024 in Manila City. |
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DOST-ITDI developed Ready-To-Drink Cacao beverages soon to hit the market Cheer up, chocolate lovers! The Industrial Technology Development Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-ITDI) has introduced its newly developed Ready-To-Drink Cacao beverages to the public with the recently concluded product press launch titled “2024 Cacao Cultural Ceremony on Shelf-Stable Beverages from Philippine Tablea” held on February 22, 2024 at the DOST-ITDI STICA-KM Platform in Bicutan, Taguig City, Metro Manila. |
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DOST-ITDI develops pet care product from waste Through this collaboration, CED commits to assist Tamano in creating a simple but very effective pet care product made from materials that are frequently thrown away as waste. |
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DOST-ITDI ignites hope in Bagong Pilipinas movement DOST-ITDI joined hundreds of thousands of Filipinos of all ages and affiliations in a historic support on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila as President Ferdinand "Bongbong" R. Marcos, Jr. launched kicker ceremonies for BAGONG PILIPINAS, as its symbol for a "social mobilization event that would allow individual voices to resonate with the collective aspiration for a more stable, comfortable, and secure future." |
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DOST-ITDI's FPD holds supply chain network assessment on RTE Quail Eggs The Food Processing Division (FPD) started the year with the accomplishment of its goal of creating products that would suit the needs of the public and its respective market. On January 25, 2023, FPD, together with the Technological Services Division (TSD), held a Supply Chain Network Assessment on Ready-to-Eat Quail Eggs at the Century Park Hotel, Manila. |
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DOST-ITDI inaugurates its STICA KM Platform The Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) marked a new milestone as it inaugurated on December 18, 2023 its newest facility, the Science, Technology, Innovation, Culture and the Arts Knowledge Management (STICA KM) Platform. |
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DOST-ITDI pushes sustainability culture, plants trees In co-stewardship of the vast natural resources under everyone's care, DOST-ITDI and its researchers planted trees along the perimeter of SVD Laudato Si' Farm in Tagaytay City, Cavite Province on December 8, 2023.
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DOST-ITDI 2024-2028 Roadmap directs innovation strategy The Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) is redirecting its research thrusts to build value for businesses as it intensifies its efforts on providing industries with innovation-led products and services. |
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DOST-ITDI aligns 2024 targets to six-year science plan Dr Zorayda V. Ang, DOST-ITDI Deputy Director for Administrative and Technical Services, led representatives of the research, administrative, and technical services divisions in aligning their 2024 targets to the DOST Strategic Plan 2023-2028 during a pre-planning workshop series held on October 9, 10, and 12, 2023. |
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New animal facility to transform animal research standards Science Chief Dr. Renato U. Solidum Jr. led the inauguration rites of the newly rehabilitated Laboratory Animal Facility (LAF) of DOST-ITDI on December 4, 2023 in Bicutan, Taguig City. The newly inaugurated DOST-ITDI LAF will elevate the method and system of providing for animal welfare, which includes its physical and mental needs, in compliance with Republic Act No. 8485 or the Animal Welfare Act of 1998. |
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DOST-ITDI showcases DRRM technologies in 2023 HANDA Pilipinas three-leg expo The Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) joined in the nationwide 2023 Handa Pilipinas Three-leg Exhibition which carried the main theme “Innovations in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Exposition 2023” held in the islands of Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. |
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DOST'S OneLab signs up EUROFINS Thailand as new 7th International Members Eurofins Thailand was signed up as DOST’s OneLab 7th newest international member after passing the membership eligibility check conducted by the OneLab project team on September 22, 2023. |
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DOST-ITDI joins first 2023 NYSTIF The Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) joined the first National Youth Science, Technology, and Innovation Festival (NYSTIF) opening ceremonies held on October 25, 2023 at PICC, Pasay City, Metro Manila. The four-day festival conveys the “STEM VIBE” with the theme focus on the youth being Vibrant, Innovative, Brilliant, and Engaging. |
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Pinoy asin tek win gold, bronze awards in 2023 Seoul invention fair Korea Invention Promotion Association (KIPA) President, Koh Joonho, through the Seoul International Invention Fair 2023 (SIIF 2023) cited two Pinoy technologies on salt developed by the Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) during the Awarding Ceremony held on November 3, 2023 at the Convention and Exhibition Center (CoEx) in Seoul, South Korea. |
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DOST-ITDI Salt Tech: NCR ClusteRICE 2023 TUKLAS, LIKHA winners Two technologies on salt processing developed by DOST-ITDI were picked as winners of the 2023 NCR ClusteRICE held on October 20, 2023, at the Golden Phoenix Hotel Manila in Pasay City. |
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CSC-Davao cites DOST Halal S&T Program as 2023 Presidential Lingkod Bayan Awardee Recognizing its excellence and contributions to the halal industry, the Civil Service Commission Regional Office- Davao bestowed the DOST Halal S&T Program with the prestigious Presidential Lingkod Bayan Award, Regional Level, Group Category, on September 29, 2023. |
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DOST-ITDI wins 3rd Best Poster at 72nd PhilAAST Annual Convention Researchers at the Standards and Testing Division (STD) of DOST’s Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI) earned Third Best Poster at the 72nd Annual Convention of the Philippine Association for the Advancement of Science and Technology (PhilAAST) held at the Centennial Hall of The Manila Hotel on September 22, 2023. |
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PhilAAST Holds 72nd Annual Convention Convening bright scientific minds since 1951, the Philippine Association for the Advancement of Science and Technology (PhilAAST) held its 72nd Annual Convention on September 22, 2023 at the Centennial Hall of The Manila Hotel as well as via Zoom platform and Facebook Live, with the theme “National Wealth Creation and Sustainable Development through Science, Technology, and Innovation”. |
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New cacao beverages in KaSYENSAYAhan sa CALABARZON 2023 RSTW Michelle E. Evaristo, Head of the Food Product Development and Safety Section (FPDSS-FPD) of the Food Processing Division (FPD-ITDI), introduced several shelf-stable beverages from cacao to select SMEs in the CALABARZON Region during the forum "Tech Talks, Food Processing Technologies" held on September 21, 2023 at the Baker Hall of the University of the Philippines at Los Baños. |
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DOST-ITDI, AI to Develop Medical Device, Implants Dr. Annabelle V. Briones, DOST-ITDI Director, together with Dr. Rene C. Catan, CEO and founder of Arthrologic, Inc., jointly signed a Memorandum of Understanding on August 22, 2023 |
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DOST-ITDI is working to commercialize 11 technologies with Filipino-Swiss manufacturer Transitioning to the “new normal,” the Department of Science and Technology’s Secretary, Dr. Renato U. Solidum, emphasized the importance of developing technologies that will benefit the local economy. Likewise, there is a need, and he says, “for our engineers and scientists to have an entrepreneurial mindset and aim to see those innovations in the market” that can provide the solutions the industry needs. Collaborating with the industry could be one vehicle for this to materialize, and this is exactly what the ITDI is pursuing with Swisspharma Research Laboratories, Inc. (SPRLI), a Filipino-Swiss company. |
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Science-Art twin exhibition showcases DOST-ITDI disaster responses DOST introduces the concept of Science -Art twinning in a bid to showcase scientific advances in an artistic manner. The DOST group and the public will be able to enjoy the Science-Art exhibitions being displayed by line agencies for a month. |
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FPD-ITDI launches shelf-stable beverages from cacao The Philippine Cacao industry has been booming in the past years due to the international recognition gained by local cacao manufacturers and the large volume of local and international market demand. This success is attributed to the concerted efforts of government agencies like the Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Department of Science & Technology (DOST). In 2012-2015, the Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD), a funding agency of the DOST, funded the Cacao program which aims to upgrade and develop enterprises' capability in producing cacao products. |
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DFA-TCCP seeks to bring DOST-ITDI technologies to Timor Leste As part of identifying training and capacity building programs for Timor Leste, the Department of Foreign Affairs – Technical Cooperation Council of the Philippines (DFA-TCCP) visited select facilities of the Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) on July 19, 2023. |
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DOST-ITDI makes salt harvesting easy The salt-harvesting machine automates the salt crushing, washing, and harvesting procedures in a deep crystallizer saltern. It makes salt processing possible during dry and wet seasons and eliminates the laborious crushing, piling, and hauling of salt by hand using rakes, barrows, and pushcarts. |
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NMD maintains DAkkS' ISO/ IEC 17025:2017 accreditation The National Metrology Division (NMD) of DOST-ITDI has been accredited once again under the terms of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 by the German Accreditation Body,Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH (DakkS). |
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FGD on nanoclay seeks local users, buyers This FGD is one way to gauge the relevance, suitability, and market acceptance of the nanoclay by directly engaging with the target users/buyers from the industry and taking into consideration the specific requirement and identified aspects for improvement, and making it happen. |
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Biopolymers to find own PH market Nanoclay, a versatile clay-based material, has been optimized. The Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) developed nanoclay with food packaging applications among others even as it is used as a multifunctional additive or filler in polymer nanocomposites as rheological or soft solids modifiers, gas absorbents, and drug delivery carriers. |
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DOST-ITDI offers new way to pack Lechon The Industrial Technology Development Institute(DOST-ITDI), through its Packaging Technology Division (PTD), developed an improved packaging system that can extend the freshness and shelf life of pork lechon. This transport packaging system also protects the product from damage resulting from handling and transport. Likewise, packing time is shortened and packaging costs are reduced. Gone are the days of limp and unappetizing lechon. The fiesta-favorite can now be enjoyed anytime, anywhere. |
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Prof FTP, 2 Philanthropist Ladies Visit DOST-ITDI Ms. Rose Zamora and Ms. Minerva Tanseco, have focused their philanthropy efforts on livelihood and entrepreneurship activities especially for marginalized communities. Ms. Zamora herself chairs two foundations while Ms. Tanseco was very keen towards exploring various livelihood opportunities she can share through her own charity works, thus their enthusiasm in learning that the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), through the Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI) has livelihood training programs and R&D innovations that could pique their interest. |
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DOST Region I, PSTO Benchmark and Tour ITDI Aiming for more collaboration and to benchmark with DOST-ITDI, the delegation from DOST Region I journeyed from the North to the DOST Compound in Bicutan to visit the Institute on May 10, 2023. The visiting party was composed of the Provincial Directors, namely Mr. Jonathan M. Viernes (La Union), Mr. Benjamin S. Mercado, Jr. (Ilocos Norte), Engr. Jordan L. Abad (Ilocos Sur), and Engr. Arnold C. Santos (Pangasinan). With them were Ms. Adelisa C. Florendo, Officer-In-Charge for Field Operations, and Ms. Lena C. Rosario of the Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory (RSTL). |
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DOST-ITDI, Prof FTP Agree to Develop New Shelf-Stable Pet Food On May 4, 2023, the DOST-Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI), through its Food Processing Division (FPD), has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with no less than the former secretary of the DOST, Prof. Fortunato T. Dela Peña, to develop a shelf-stable pet food product from ground pork liver pate. |
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DOST-ITDI, Vision College of Jeonju Sign MOU for Electrification, Renewable Energy The signing of another Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI) and Vision College of Jeonju is the next step in this continuing collaboration, which is aimed to foster cooperation on academic and educational exchanges regarding electrical control technologies and other related engineering fields. Moreover, this partnership aims to conduct developmental projects that will help improve the electrification status in the Philippines. |
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2 Schools have Simultaneous Study Tours at DOST-ITDI DOST-ITDI had its morning blessed with two schools visiting simultaneously on April 25, 2023:Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU) and First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities (FAITH). Both parties shared common motives for their educational trips, which were to promote out-of-the-box learning and to familiarize the students with the industry setting of their chosen fields. |
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LGU- Dapitan City Benchmarks DOST-ITDI Food, Environment Tech DOST's Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI) welcomed the visiting party of LGU Dapitan City as the latter held a benchmarking visit to DOST agencies on April 20, 2023. The 10-person party was led by Zamboanga del Norte Provincial S&T Director Mr. Nuhman M. Aljani and Dapitan City OIC-CID Mr. Ryann Z. Elumba, along with Mr. Rhemil C. Palileo of the Office of the Undersecretary for Regional Operations. |
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IPM training series levels up HR moxie In support, its Intellectual Property Management (IPM) Team, is racing to speed up the enculturation of an innovation mindset among its researchers through an IPM Training series under the program “Building a Culture of Innovation in ITDI.” On February 14-15, 2023, ITDI initiated its first installment of the series with the"Introduction to the ITDI IP Audit and Strategy (IPAS) Report” attended by 25 participants. |
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DOST-ITDI pursues staff continuing education program On 16 March 2023, TSD-ITDI initiated its continuing education program with its second of a series course on Intellectual Property Management (IPM) titled “Customer Discovery” for nearly 30 researchers and technical support staff.
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ITDI, UK forge knowledge exchange on energy DOST-ITDI opened access to knowledge exchange and economic partnerships on energy during a study tour and conference with UK's innovation agency and 10 UK companies on March 13, 2023. |
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Congress S&T Committee Tour ITDI, Other DOST Agencies In support of the Department of Science and Technology's pursuits in science, technology, and innovation, the Congressional Committee on Science and Technology, led by committee chair and Aklan 1st District Cong. Carlito S. Marquez, with members of the committee and staff, visited some of the facilities of DOST agencies namely Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI), Metals Industry Research and Development Center (MIRDC), Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI), and Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI) on March 8, 2023. |
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