STS Chapter 3- Science Technology and Nation Building_compressed

Seven Outcomes of the Agency

• Innovation and stimulus: Drive innovative solutions and foster an environment conducive to new ideas and improvements.

• Technology and adoption: Promote and accelerate the adoption of technology in various sectors.

• Development of human resources: Create a critical mass of globally competitive Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) human resources.

• Productivity and efficiency improvements: Enhance productivity and efficiency within communities and the production sector, especially for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

• Disaster resiliency: Ensure resilience against disaster risks and the impacts of climate change.

• Reduction of inequality: Lower disparities in STI capacities and opportunities across different regions and demographics.

• Effective governance: Achieve effective governance in STI management.

DOST Eleven Point Agenda Strategies

• R&D for National Problems: Engage in Research and Development (R&D) to tackle urgent national issues.

• R&D for Resource Management: Conduct R&D to boost productivity and enhance resource management.

• Knowledge Generation and Application: Generate and apply new knowledge and technologies across various sectors.

• Strengthen R&D Capabilities: Reinforce and utilize regional R&D capabilities effectively.

• Maximize R&D Utilization: Ensure effective technology transfer and commercialization of research results.

• STI Human Resources Development: Build robust STI human resources and culture.

• Upgrade R&D Facilities: Enhance STI facilities and capacities to bolster R&D activities.

• Community and Production Sector Assistance: Expand STI support to communities and production sectors, particularly MSMEs.

• Disaster and Climate Change Solutions: Provide STI-based approaches for disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation.

• Industry-Academe Collaboration: Foster collaboration among industry, academia, and government to enhance STI efforts.

• Governance Effectiveness: Improve the effectiveness of STI governance frameworks.

Batangas State University KIST Park

• Launch of KIST Park: Batangas State University inaugurated the first Knowledge, Innovation and Science Technology (KIST) Park on July 20, 2020.

  • Established as a Special Economic Zone under Presidential Proclamation No. 947.

  • Event theme: "Towards a New Frontier of Knowledge-building and Innovation in Science and Technology."

• Role in Development: BatStateU became crucial in fostering industry-academe linkages and promoting knowledge transfer and commercialization of innovations.

  • KIST Park aims to boost industrial productivity and economic growth in the CaLaBaRZon region.

Major Development Programs in Science and Technology

Science for Change Program (S4CP)

• Objective: Accelerate STI in the Philippines to adapt to modern developments.

• Components of S4CP:

  1. Niche Centers in the Regions for R&D (NICER): Focus on building R&D capacity in regional institutions.

  2. R&D Leadership (RDLead): Strengthen research capabilities through expert engagement.

  3. Collaborative R&D to Leverage PH Economy (CRADLE): Facilitate collaboration between academia and industry.

  4. Business Innovation through S&T (BIST): Enhance innovation capacity in the industry.

NICER Program

• Focus: Capacitates Higher Education Institutions in regions to enhance regional research alignment with local development needs.

  • Provides institutional grants for R&D capacity building and infrastructure improvement.

R&D Leadership Program

• Mechanism of Implementation: Brings experts to improve research capabilities at HEIs, NGAs, and RDIs.

Collaboration for Economic Growth

• CRADLE Program: Designed to improve industry competitiveness by facilitating technology transition from academic research to industry application.

• BIST for Industry Program: Aims to elevate the Philippine industrial sector's innovation capacity through targeted R&D support and technology acquisition.

Contributions of Filipino Scientists

Aisa Mijeno and the SALt Lamp

• Developed an environmentally sustainable lighting solution called the SALt lamp.

• The SALt lamp idea came from living with the Butbut tribe for weeks, where they used only kerosene lamps and moonlight for their evening tasks.

• The lamp operates on a saline solution, providing an eco-friendly alternative to kerosene lamps.

• Recognized globally with multiple awards for innovation and sustainability efforts.

Ramon C. Barba

• Known for innovating mango flowering induction to increase yields by spraying with ethrel and potassium nitrate, impacting the agricultural sector significantly.

• Developed tissue culture procedures for bananas and sugar cane, enhancing production of disease-free planting materials.

• With his research team, devised micropropagation protocols for over 40 important species:

  • Fruit crops

  • Ornamental plants

  • Plantation crops

  • Aquarium plants

  • Forest trees

• In 2013, he was honored as a National Scientist in the Philippines for his distinguished achievements in plant physiology.

Fe V. Del Mundo

• Renowned as the "Mother of Philippine Pediatrics"; pioneer in immunization and jaundice treatment in children.

• Developed life-saving medical inventions and recognized as the first female National Scientist in the Philippines.

Maria Y. Orosa

• Innovator in Filipino food technology; created numerous food products, including the widely used Soyalac.

• Her pioneering work in food preservation and preparation has impacted countless lives.

Angel Alcala

• Key contributions to marine biology and conservation efforts in the Philippines, including establishing artificial reefs.

• Recognized with numerous awards; proclaimed National Scientist in 2014.

Science Education in the Philippines

Evolution of Science Education

• Education in science has evolved, particularly during the American colonial period, enhancing understanding across all disciplines.

Initiatives to Improve Science Education

• Initiated compulsory science teaching at all levels of education in 1957 and established a National Committee for Science Education in 1958.

• BSCS Adaptation Project (1959): Aimed to improve biology education in secondary schools through a modern curriculum.

The Philippine Government Science and Technology Agenda

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is responsible for:

• Overseeing and managing national technology development and acquisition.

• Undertaking technological and scientific research.

• Promoting public consciousness of science and technology.