DOST Negros Oriental Provincial Science & Technology Office

01/08/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐌𝐒𝐌𝐄 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐎𝐫

The Department of Science and Technology–Negros Oriental Provincial Science and Technology Office participated in the MSME Summit 2026, spearheaded by the DTI Negros Oriental on July 31, 2026, at Robinsons Place Dumaguete, where Ms. Kriszel Joy G. Silva, OIC Assistant Provincial Director, discussed DOST programs and technologies relevant to local enterprises.

She highlighted the 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐔𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 (𝐒𝐄𝐓𝐔𝐏) under DOST’s 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 pillar, which helps MSMEs improve productivity, product quality, operational efficiency, and competitiveness through appropriate technologies, technical assistance, and process improvement.

Ms. Silva also presented https://hazardhunter.georisk.gov.ph and https://panahon.gov.ph as practical tools supporting DOST’s 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 pillar. These free platforms provide hazard, weather, and early-warning information that can help MSMEs protect employees, equipment, inventories, facilities, and business operations.

Together with the pillars of Human Well-being and Sustainability, these initiatives reflect DOST’s commitment to helping MSMEs in Negros Oriental become more innovative, resilient, competitive, and prepared for future risks.

30/07/2026

📣 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗦 𝗨𝗣, 𝗔𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗦!
Applications for the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳 𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧-𝗦𝗘𝗜 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 officially open on 𝟭𝟳 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.
✅ Who can apply?
• Grade 12 students graduating in SY 2026–2027 who belong to the STEM strand or are among the top 5% of their non-STEM graduating class.
• Previous Grade 12 graduates who have not yet enrolled in college and meet the same STEM/non-STEM requirements.
Other eligibility requirements and application details apply. Visit https://science-scholarships.ph/ for the complete qualifications, application procedures, and downloadable forms.
🎓 Take your first step toward becoming a DOST-SEI Scholar! 🚀

📣 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗦 𝗨𝗣, 𝗔𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗦!

Applications for the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳 𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧-𝗦𝗘𝗜 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 officially open on 𝟭𝟳 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

✅ Who can apply?
• Grade 12 students graduating in SY 2026–2027 who belong to the STEM strand or are among the top 5% of their non-STEM graduating class.
• Previous Grade 12 graduates who have not yet enrolled in college and meet the same STEM/non-STEM requirements.

Other eligibility requirements and application details apply. Visit https://science-scholarships.ph/ for the complete qualifications, application procedures, and downloadable forms.

🎓 Take your first step toward becoming a DOST-SEI Scholar! 🚀

27/07/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧-𝗦𝗘𝗜 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲! 💻
2026 Undergraduate Scholarship Qualifiers may access the portal at https://portal.science-scholarships.ph/ to download the following:
• Scholarship Agreement
• Letter of Introduction (LOI) for the opening of a Land Bank Visa Debit Card (LVDC) Payroll Account (Qualifiers who are unable to download their LOI through the portal may request a copy from their respective DOST Regional Offices.)
Submit the following documents as soon as possible to the DOST Regional Office of your home region or to DOST-SEI if your home region is NCR:
• 4 copies of the Scholarship Agreement (SA) with original signatures
• 1 copy of the accomplished Reply Slip
• Validated Certificate of Enrollment/Registration for the First Semester/Term of AY 2026–2027
• Original Official Receipt (OR) for tuition and other school fees for the First Semester/Term of AY 2026–2027 (only for private school/university without a coordinator)
• Photocopy of the Deposit Slip or Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP) STI1 Form
• Photocopy of a valid ID of the parent or legal guardian who signed the SA
• Notarized Affidavit of Legal Guardianship (only if the signer is a legal guardian)
• Proof of Program Accreditation (only if the program in private HEI requires verification)
Qualifiers are advised to regularly check the portal and their registered email address for further instructions and updates on their submission status.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧-𝗦𝗘𝗜 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲! 💻

2026 Undergraduate Scholarship Qualifiers may access the portal at https://portal.science-scholarships.ph/ to download the following:

• Scholarship Agreement
• Letter of Introduction (LOI) for the opening of a Land Bank Visa Debit Card (LVDC) Payroll Account (Qualifiers who are unable to download their LOI through the portal may request a copy from their respective DOST Regional Offices.)

Submit the following documents as soon as possible to the DOST Regional Office of your home region or to DOST-SEI if your home region is NCR:

• 4 copies of the Scholarship Agreement (SA) with original signatures
• 1 copy of the accomplished Reply Slip
• Validated Certificate of Enrollment/Registration for the First Semester/Term of AY 2026–2027
• Original Official Receipt (OR) for tuition and other school fees for the First Semester/Term of AY 2026–2027 (only for private school/university without a coordinator)
• Photocopy of the Deposit Slip or Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP) STI1 Form
• Photocopy of a valid ID of the parent or legal guardian who signed the SA
• Notarized Affidavit of Legal Guardianship (only if the signer is a legal guardian)
• Proof of Program Accreditation (only if the program in private HEI requires verification)

Qualifiers are advised to regularly check the portal and their registered email address for further instructions and updates on their submission status.

14/07/2026

| The submission deadline for the supplementary documentary requirements of 2026 JLSS examinees is extended until 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

Upload the following requirements via the E-Scholarship Application System (https://jlss.science-scholarships.ph/):

1️⃣ Certification as a REGULAR Third Year student or signed Application Form E-1 in the First Semester/Term of AY 2026-2027;

2️⃣ Certified True Copy of Grades for the Second Semester of AY 2025 – 2026 (or the Second and Third Trimester / Third & Fourth Term) and 2026 Midyear Term, if enrolled; and

3️⃣ Other lacking documentary requirement(s), as indicated in your Test Permit during the 2026 JLSS Examination and in the E-Scholarship Application System.

12/07/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐎𝐫 𝐮𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐃𝐌 𝟑𝐃 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬

𝐃𝐔𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐄𝐓𝐄 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 — The Department of Science and Technology Negros Oriental Provincial Science and Technology Office (DOST NegOr PSTO), with the support of the Department of Education (DepEd) Schools Division of Dumaguete City, conducted a skill-upgrading workshop on troubleshooting common hardware problems encountered in fused deposition modeling (FDM) 3D printers on July 11, 2026, at the MakerSpace of Ramon Teves Pastor Memorial–Dumaguete Science High School (RTPM-DSHS).

The workshop emphasized hands-on troubleshooting activities that enabled teacher-participants from seven (7) public high schools to identify common FDM printer issues, determine their possible causes, and apply appropriate corrective measures. Through guided exercises, they gained practical experience in inspecting components, addressing hardware-related concerns, and performing basic maintenance.

Engr. John Dominique S. Bayate of DOST NegOr PSTO served as the resource person and guided the participants throughout the diagnostic and troubleshooting sessions. The practical approach aimed to strengthen their technical competence and build their confidence in independently resolving common printer problems.

The activity forms part of continuing efforts to support teachers in implementing the new curriculum, which includes additive manufacturing concepts at the Grade 7 level. It also contributes to maximizing the use and extending the service life of the 3D printers available in participating schools, enabling teachers to better guide students in designing, building, and prototyping projects for classroom instruction, research, and innovation.

04/07/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐎𝐫 𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐃𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐏𝐏 𝟑𝐃 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬

𝐃𝐔𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐄𝐓𝐄 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 — The Department of Science and Technology Negros Oriental Provincial Science and Technology Office (DOST NegOr PSTO), with the support of the Department of Education (DepEd) Schools Division of Dumaguete City, conducted a hands-on training on vat photopolymerization (VPP) 3D printing for teachers from seven (7) public high schools on July 4, 2026, at the MakerSpace of Ramon Teves Pastor Memorial–Dumaguete Science High School (RTPM-DSHS).

Engr. John Dominique S. Bayate of DOST NegOr PSTO served as the resource person and guided the participants through digital model preparation, machine setup, printing, post-processing, equipment maintenance, and the safe handling of resin. The sessions aimed to build the teachers’ confidence and practical competence in operating VPP 3D printers.

The activity sought to maximize the use of the available additive manufacturing equipment, including the 3D printers provided by DOST NegOr PSTO through a Grants-in-Aid project and those donated by the Rotary Club of Park Cities.

The initiative supports the integration of additive manufacturing into classroom instruction, research, and project development, enabling teachers and students to create instructional materials, functional prototypes, and innovative outputs.

03/07/2026

𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘀 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀

The Department of Science and Technology–Negros Oriental Provincial Science and Technology Office (DOSTNegOr PSTO) joined today (July 3, 2026) the BUGLAS NIR Stakeholders’ Meeting at Citadines, Bacolod City, Negros Oriental to help strengthen regional support for startups, innovators, researchers, and technology-based enterprises in Negros Oriental.

Representing the office was OIC Provincial Science and Technology Director Engr. Joel O. Legaspi. Also in attendance was Atty. Gilbert R. Arbon, Assistant Regional Director for Technical Operations of DOST Negros Island Region.

The meeting gathered government agencies, universities, startup enablers, financing institutions, local government units, and development partners to align programs and identify areas for collaboration under the BUGLAS NIR Regional Consortium. For Negros Oriental, these regional linkages can open more opportunities for local startups and innovators to access mentorship, research and development support, technology assistance, funding networks, incubation services, and potential markets.

Through its participation, DOST Negros Oriental PSTO continues to advocate for an inclusive regional innovation ecosystem where promising ideas and technologies from the province can be developed into viable enterprises that generate jobs, solve community challenges, and contribute to the economic growth of the Negros Island Region.

-with pictures from BUGLAS NIR

02/07/2026

📢 𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆! 📢

DOST Negros Oriental PSTO is looking for a Project Technical Aide VI!

Be part of our team and help bring science, technology, and innovation closer to the people! 🚀

📅 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟗, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
📩 Address applications to: Atty. Russel Renz R. Garcia, Chief Administrative Officer, DOST NIR

01/07/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐎𝐫 𝐏𝐒𝐓𝐎 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐆𝐅 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩 – 𝐍𝐈𝐑 𝐋𝐞𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐝 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲

BACOLOD CITY, Negros Occidental — The Department of Science and Technology Negros Oriental Provincial Science and Technology Office (DOST NegOr PSTO), represented by OIC Provincial S&T Director Engr. Joel O. Legaspi, joined the 2026 Startup Grant Fund (SGF) Bootcamp – Negros Island Region Leg on July 1, 2026, in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental.

The bootcamp gathered startup founders, innovators, mentors, and ecosystem partners from across the region to strengthen technology-based startup proposals and support their readiness for possible funding under the DOST Startup Grant Fund. The activity provided a platform for participants to refine their solutions, improve their pitch decks, and receive guidance on the technical and administrative requirements of the SGF program.

Also participating from Negros Oriental was Ms. Jessa Rose Plarisan of Kaguro.ph, a homegrown education-focused startup. Her participation reflects the growing involvement of Negros Oriental innovators in regional startup activities and the continuing effort to connect local startups with mentorship, funding opportunities, and ecosystem support.

During the opening program, Dr. Kim G. Sarong, BUGLAS NIR Co-Implementor from Silliman University, delivered a message of support, highlighting the important role of academic institutions and innovation partners in building a stronger startup ecosystem in the Negros Island Region.

The two-day bootcamp features sessions on startup fundamentals, problem-solution fit, value proposition, market positioning, competitive landscape, intellectual property, standards and regulatory compliance, and preparation of SGF requirements such as the SGF deck, line-item budget, workplan, and DPMIS inputs. Mentorship and coaching sessions are also conducted to help participants develop fundable and implementation-ready proposals.

The 2026 SGF Bootcamp – NIR Leg is supported by the DOST-Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD), Negros Women for Tomorrow Foundation (NWTF), LGU Bacolod City, Technological University of the Philippines Visayas – Hub for Innovation and Value Engineering (TUPV-HIVE), BUGLAS NIR, and ALPHA Bacolod Accelerator, in partnership with startup ecosystem enablers in the region.

Through its participation, DOST NegOr PSTO continues to support the development of local startups and technology-based enterprises by linking Negros Oriental innovators to regional and national platforms for funding, mentorship, and market-oriented growth. This is part of DOST’s continuing commitment to deliver Agham na Ramdam through innovation that creates practical value for communities.

01/07/2026

𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

The Department of Science and Technology Negros Oriental Provincial Science and Technology Office (DOST NegOr PSTO) conducted a Food Safety Training for Santa Catalina Tolong Milling Corporation on June 30, 2026, with 63 participants involved in sugar production.

The training aimed to strengthen the participants’ understanding of proper food safety practices, personal hygiene, sanitation, disease control, and contamination prevention within a food manufacturing facility. As personnel directly engaged in the production of sugar, the participants were reminded of their important role in maintaining product safety, cleanliness, and quality throughout the production process.

The training covered key food safety practices, including good manufacturing practices, personal hygiene, sanitation, proper handwashing, appropriate use of personal protective equipment, control of personal items and jewelry, wound protection, disease control, and contamination prevention. Through this activity, DOST NegOr PSTO continues to support local food manufacturers by providing science-based technical assistance that promotes safer production practices, improved compliance, and stronger consumer protection.