Pinoy scientists host lecture series in IlocosPinoy scientists host lecture series in Ilocos

Young, active and outstanding professionals were engaged and informed in the lecture series conducted by the National Scientists on October 11 in Bantay, Ilocos Sur.

Dubbed “TRAILBLAZERS: National Scientists Lecture Series,” Dr. Luningning E. Samarita-Domingo, Executive Director of the Department of Science and Technology-National Academy of Science and Technology (DOST-NAST) said, this is a unique way to showcase the scientific advocacies to the science community.

Through this lecture series, the NAST bridges our State Universities and Colleges (SUC), Higher Education Institutes (HEI), Regional Line Agencies (RLA) and Local Government Units (LGU) linkages for a more comprehensive Philippine research culture, she said.

National Scientist Lourdes J. Cruz, Member of the Mathematical and Physical Sciences Division of NAST shared on “The Hidden Treasures of Marine Cone Snails” research.

Ms. Cruz underscored on the sustainable utilization of bioresources. “Communities must be empowered to conserve biodiversity and protect ecosystems,” she said.

In a related development, Dr. Mudjekeewis D. Santos, Scientist II has also inspired the participants during his presentation on Scientific Career System in the Philippine Government Service.

Citing his salary grade and benefits as Scientist II, he encouraged then, the participants to consider Science profession. As basic requirement, one must be working in a government S&T institution, permanent employee, MS graduate and with no administrative or criminal case, he added.

Other than career in the Sciences, the participants were also given concepts on Radiation Processing Technology, Garlic Postharvest Technology, Understanding and Quick Response to Pest Outbreaks: An Opportunity to Do Public Service Research shared by other Filipino Scientists.

The NAST lecture series has brought around 90 researchers, professors and representatives from various SUCs, HEIs, RLAs and LGUs in region one in partnership with the DOST 1.

This is in line with the celebration of the 40th founding anniversary of the NAST in an effort to bring science and technology closer to the people. (DOST)

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