About Department of Science and Technology

Acronym DOST

Date established ● National Science Development Board (NSDB) in June 13,

1958 (President Carlos P. Garcia)

● National Science and Technology Authority (NSTA) in

March 17, 1981

● Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in

January 30, 1987 (President Corazon Aquino)

Mission To provide Science, Technology and Innovation-based solution

anchored on ethical public service, contributing to a better quality
of life in the region.
Department of Science and Technology Agencies

A. Sectoral Planning Councils

Agency Logo Acronym Mission

1.Philippine Council (PCAARRD) Provide strategic leadership in

for Agriculture, promoting S&T as a platform for AANR
Aquatic and Natural products innovation and environment
Resources Research resiliency.
and Development

2.Philippine Council (PCHRD) Provide central direction, leadership

for Health Research and coordination of health S&T, As the
and Development national coordinating body for health
researca

3.Philippine Council (PCIEERD) Provide strategic leadership In enabling

for Industry, Energy Innovations in industry, energy, and
and Emerging emerging technology sectors.
Technology
Research and
Development
 B. Research and Development Institutes

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1.Advanced Science (ASTI) Committed to the development of the

and Technology Filipino society and the Philippines as a
Institute nation.

Contribute to the attainment of national

development priorities and the growth of
Philippine enterprises by providing
innovative solutions using ICT and
electronics technologies.

2.Food and Nutrition (FNRI) Provide accurate data, correct

Research Institute information, and innovative technologies
to fight malnutrition.
3.Forests Product (FPRDI)
Research and Generate, improve and transfer
Development appropriate technologies and information
Institute on efficient utilization of forest-based
products to make local industries more
competitive in the domestic and global
markets and to benefit the general public.

4.Industrial (ITDI) To make local industries globally

Technology competitive.
Development
Institute

5.Metal Industry (MIRDC) Engaged in providing the public and

Research and private sectors with professional
Development Center management and technical expertise, on
such vital activities as training of
engineers and technicians, information
exchange, trade accreditation service,
quality control and testing of metal
products, research and business
economics advisory program.

6.Philippine Nuclear (PNRI) Contribute to the improvement of the

Research Institute
quality of Filipino life through the highest
standards of nuclear research and
development, specialized nuclear
services, nuclear technology transfer and
effective and efficient implementation of
nuclear safety practices and regulations.
7. Philippine Textile
Research Institute
(PTRI) To support the Philippine textile,
garment and allied Micro, Small and
Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) achieve
global excellence through (i) the
enhancement of human resource
capabilities, (ii) judicious utilization of
fibrous materials and auxiliaries from
indigenous sources, (iii) development
and application of superior processing
technologies, and (iv) quality assurance.

C. Scientific and Technological Services Institute

Agency Logo Acronym Mission

1.Philippine (PAGASA) To deliver reliable and relevant weather-

Atmospheric, related information, products and
Geophysical and services to develop communities
Astronomical resilient to typhoons, floods, rain-
Services induced landslides, storm surges,
Administration extreme climatic events, climate change
and astronomical hazards.
2.Philippine Institute To provide timely and quality information
of Volcanology and (PHIVOLCS) and services for warning, disaster
Seismology preparedness and mitigation.

3. Philippine Science (PSHS) Provides scholarships to students with

High School System high aptitude in science and
mathematics; The PSHS System offers
an education that is humanistic in spirit,
global in perspective, and patriotic in
orientation.

4.Science Education (SEI) SEI's mission is to accelerate the

Institute development of S&T human resources of
the country by administering
undergraduate and graduate scholars
and advanced specialized training;
promote S&T culture and develop
innovative science education programs.
5.Science and (STII) (i) To make timely, relevant and quality
Technology Science and Technology Information
Information Institute accessible through resource-sharing,
networking, broader and faster delivery
systems. (ii) To keep the various
stakeholders updated on local and
international Science and Technology
developments (iii) To promote public
awareness, understanding and
appreciation for Science and
Technology and its role in development.

6.Technology (TAPI) Promote an effective and efficient

Application and innovation system towards the adoption
Promotion Institute and utilization of inventions, innovations,
and services.