Science, Technology & Society

RAQUEL L. NEPOMUCENO
The Philippine's Science and Technology Human
Resources

One of the most promising strategy in breaking

the barriers that hinder Philippines progress,
in terms of Science, Technology, and. Innovation
(STI), is enhancing the competitiveness of the
country's science and technology human
resources.
The National Scientists
DOST had launched programs to encourage Filipino scientists,
technologists, experts and professionals to continuously share their
expertise towards accelerating the STI development system and
economic development of the country. Hence, S&T personalities who
contributed significantly in the development of the country, as well as
their works, deserved to be recognized.

A National Scientist receives an annual gratuity and other

privileges similar to those enjoyed by National Artists (Presidential Decree 1003-
A). Currently, there are 41 National Scientists, four of them were the most recently
conferred (2014) S&T personalities who were featured by Sabillo (2014) of Philippine
Daily Inquirer.(images source: google images)
Angel C. Alcala, Ph.D Ramon C. Barba, Ph.D.

He was recognized for his He was recognized for his

research on the ecology achievements in the field
and diversity of of plant physiology,
Philippine amphibians and especially the induction
reptiles, as well as the introduction of
marine biodiversity and flowering of mango and
conservation of marine- micro propagation or the
protected areas. rapid multiplying of
stock plant of important
crop species.

Edgardo D. Gomez, Gavino C. Trono Jr.,

Ph.D. Ph.D.

He was known for his He was cited for his

research and conservation outstanding contributions
efforts in invertebrate in the field of tropical
biology and ecology. marine phycology,
focusing on seaweed
biodiversity.
 In the Philippines and around the
world, science, and technology-
based and a knowledge-based economy
are the common concerns. Living in
such an environment requires
expectations and skills to survive.
(SEI-DOST & UP NISMED, 2011) The
effort of investing in science,
SCIENCE EDUCATION IN technology, and innovation shall be
supported and sustained through
THE PHILIPPINES breaking resource gaps,
specifically in the education
sector. As John F. Kennedy, former
US President, said, "Our progress
as a nation can be no swifter than
our progress in education. The
human mind is our fundamental
resource."
The Department of Education,
through the National Education
for All Committee (NEC),
engaged in benchmarking
strategy with the Southeast Asian
Ministers of Education
Organization Regional Center for
Educational Innovation and
Technology (SEAMEO
INNOTECH). The said
undertaking stated on February
2011 is to secure affirmation of
basic education reforms
(curriculum structures and
contents) towards meeting the
demands of 21 century.
Fensham (2006) (as cited in SEI-DOST & UP
NISMED, 2011) explained that
traditionally, science content areas such as life
science, physical science, and earth
and space science, are presented as "separate
subjects" to achieve mastery on
concepts, principles, and processes.

The new science education curriculum shows

a revolutionized inclusion of the three content
areas to accentuate the "understanding
of the connections and interrelationship" of
various science concepts. Added to this
are the themes which are valued in "real-life
contexts" namely, "maintaining good
health and living safely; utilizing energy and
coping with changes and conserving
and protecting the environment". This implies
that learning how to apply the
concepts shall be pursued further towards
more meaningful learning.
Delors further presented
the framework based on
the "Four Pillars of
Education- learning to
know, learning to live
together, learning
to do, and learning to be".
The report, highlighted the
need for individuals to
"learn how to learn" for
them to manage the rapid
changes and challenges of
the present
and the future.
SELECTED INDIGENOUS SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

CAN YOU STILL IMAGINE HOW YOUR LIFE BE

WITHOUT ELECTRICITY?
HOW ABOUT RIDING USING CARABAO OR
BARELY WALKING ALONG THE STREET
INSTEAD OF RIDING CARS OR JEEPNEYS?
OR BEING ENGAGED IN TRADITIONAL WAYS
OF LIVING?
The following are some of the latest Filipino inventions:

Aerogas Catalytic Combustor (ACC)

is an anti-pollution, eco-friendly invention
made by Engr. Marinto C. Martinez. It is
a fuel saver and power booster engine device
which can be practically used on all types of
internal combustion engines like engines of
Jeeps, Cars, Trucks, Ships and Motorcycles
and even Gas Fired Power Plants.
SALT (Sustainable
Alternative Lighting)

Lamp is created by a
Filipina scientist, Aisa
Mijeno. It is an
environment-friendly lamp
that runs with just two
table spoons of salt and
one glass of tap water.As
explained by Mijeno, the
lamp is made of improved
chemical compounds,
catalysts, and metal
alloys that generates
electricity when submerged
in electrolytes. (Buccat,
2015)
SALAMANDER Amphibious Tricycle

SALAMANDER Amphibious Tricycle

Was featured in Top
Gear.com.ph in 2015. Atoy
Llave, who's engaged in car
customization and desired to
address the problems of many
commuters in a flood-prone
country, invented this
tricycle. It can travel both
on land and in water. The
Salamander has two power plant
choices: one electric and one
internal-combustion. Boasting
a six-person seating capacity
(four in water),
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