LESSON 6 S and T NATION BUILDING

Villaflor, Vhel Lizter T.

CEIT-01-604P

GE07 Science, Technology and Society

Ruby T. Cruz
Rizal Technological University
Mandaluyong, Philippines
March 15, 2023
 The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) National Research and
Development Agenda is a comprehensive framework that outlines the country's priorities for
research and development. The agenda aims to address the country's socio-economic needs,
promote sustainable development, and enhance the country's competitiveness. It covers various
sectors, such as agriculture, health, industry, energy, and environment, and includes topics such
as science education, science and technology infrastructure, and innovation.

The seven research and development institutes under the DOST are:

1. Advanced Science and Technology Institute (ASTI)

2. Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI)
3. Forest Products Research and Development Institute (FPRDI)
4. Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI)
5. Metals Industry Research and Development Center (MIRDC)
6. Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI)
7. Science and Technology Information Institute (STII)
These institutes conduct research and development in various fields, such as information and
communication technology, food and nutrition, forest products, industrial technology, metallurgy,
nuclear science, and science and technology information.

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) were a set of eight goals established by the United
Nations in 2000 to address poverty and promote sustainable development worldwide. The goals
were to:
Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger
Achieve universal primary education
Promote gender equality and empower women
Reduce child mortality
Improve maternal health
Combat HIV/AIDS, malaria, and other diseases
Ensure environmental sustainability
Develop a global partnership for development
The MDGs provided a framework for development efforts worldwide and helped focus attention
and resources on the most critical areas of need.
a. Filipino scientists have made significant contributions to various fields of science, including
physics, biology, medicine, and engineering. Some notable Filipino scientists include:
Arturo Alcaraz, who developed the first Filipino-made microchip
Lourdes J. Cruz, who discovered conotoxins, a group of neurotoxins found in cone snails that
have potential medical applications
Angel Alcala, a marine biologist who helped establish marine sanctuaries in the Philippines and
discovered new species of fish
b. The Outstanding Young Scientists (OYS) award is given by the National Academy of Science
and Technology (NAST) to young Filipino scientists who have made significant contributions to
their respective fields. The award aims to encourage young scientists to continue their research
and development efforts and to promote excellence in science and technology in the country.
c. The Balik Scientist Program is a government program that encourages Filipino scientists and
technologists working abroad to return to the Philippines and contribute to the country's
scientific and technological development. The program provides incentives such as tax
exemptions, travel expenses, and research grants to returning scientists.
d. There are many notable Filipino scientists working around the world in various fields, such as
physics, engineering, and medicine. Some examples include:
Michio Kaku, a theoretical physicist who is known for his work on string theory and who has
appeared in numerous television programs
Reynaldo Echavez, an engineer who developed an artificial heart valve that is now widely used
in heart surgeries
Fe del Mundo, a pediatrician who was the first woman to be admitted to Harvard Medical School
and who established the first pediatric hospital in the Philippines.