Name: Ma. Denesis D.

Pimentel Date: June 1, 2023

Section: BSA 2-A3 Prof: Judith Fortes

Here are the contributions of the past presidents of the Philippines from President
Ferdinand Marcos Sr. to the present regarding science and technology:

1. Ferdinand Marcos Sr. (1965-1986):

• Establishment of the National Science Development Board (NSDB) in 1963,
which aimed to promote scientific research and development in the
country.
• Creation of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical
Services Administration (PAGASA) to monitor weather conditions and
provide accurate forecasts.
• Establishment of the National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST),
now known as the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), to
oversee scientific research and technological development.
2. Corazon Aquino (1986-1992):
• Continued support for the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
in promoting scientific research, technology transfer, and innovation.
• Encouragement of partnerships between the government, academe, and
industry to foster research and development.
• Promotion of science and technology education through the integration of
technology subjects in the curriculum.
3. Fidel V. Ramos (1992-1998):
• Launch of the "Science and Technology Agenda for National
Development" program, which aimed to harness science and technology
for socio-economic progress.
• Establishment of the Philippine Council for Advanced Science and
Technology Research and Development (PCASTRD) to focus on strategic
research areas.
• Creation of the Commission on Information and Communications
Technology (CICT) to advance the development and use of information
technology.
4. Joseph Estrada (1998-2001):
• Emphasis on expanding the use of information and communication
technology (ICT) in various sectors, including education, government, and
business.
• Encouragement of public-private partnerships in ICT initiatives, such as the
establishment of e-commerce platforms.
5. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo (2001-2010):
• Introduction of the "One Town, One Product" (OTOP) program, which
aimed to promote local entrepreneurship and product development
through science and technology.
 • Focus on biotechnology research and development, leading to the
establishment of the National Biotechnology Program and the National
Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (BIOTECH).
• Expansion of science and technology scholarships and grants to support
the development of a skilled workforce.
6. Benigno Aquino III (2010-2016):
• Strengthening of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
through increased funding and support for research and development
programs.
• Implementation of the "Smarter Philippines" program, which aimed to
harness technology for national development, particularly in areas like e-
governance, e-health, and e-education.
• Promotion of innovation and entrepreneurship through initiatives such as
the Startup Act and the Innovation for Social Impact Partnership (ISIP)
program.
7. Rodrigo Duterte (2016-2022):
• Focus on enhancing the country's telecommunications infrastructure to
improve internet connectivity and digital access.
• Support for agricultural research and development through programs like
the "National Rice Program" and the "National Corn Program."
• Strengthening of disaster risk reduction and management efforts, including
the use of science and technology in early warning systems and disaster
response.
8. Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (2022-Present)
• Create more scholarships for Filipino science and technology students to
develop a bigger pool of scientist, researchers and innovators in the
country.
• Improvements in the country’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Math (STEM) Program.