NAST PHL Scientists Identify Key Risk Factors and Preventive Measures to Combat Heart Disease
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TAGUIG CITY, PHILIPPINES – The National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL), successfully conducted the second episode of this year’s #PilipiNAST Kapehan, with the theme “Loving Your Heart Beyond the Flowers and Chocolates,” via Zoom and Facebook Live on February 27, 2026.
To celebrate the Philippine Heart Month in February, two (2) renowned scientists and healthcare practitioners known for their significant contributions to cardiogenomics and internal medicine provided their expertise and knowledge on heart health. These include Academician Rody G. Sy, a NAST member and leading scientist who initiated the Nationwide Survey on Cardiovascular Risk Factors in the Philippines, and Dr. Patricio P. Palmes, 2001 NAST PHL Outstanding Young Scientist (OYS) awardee, and Chairman of the Department of Internal Medicine at the West Visayas State University Medical Center. Dr. Ourlad Alzeus G. Tantengco, 2023 OYS awardee, moderated the event.
DOST Officials Sharpen Foresight Skills for Policymaking
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MUNTINLUPA CITY – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL) are moving to “future-proof” the country’s scientific landscape by embedding long-term foresight into national policy-making.
During the In-House Workshop on Policy Research, Analysis, and Formulation for PAGTANAW 2050 held on 20 February 2026 at Acacia Hotel Manila in Muntinlupa City, Department Legislative Liaison Office (DLLO) Director Lita S. Suerte Felipe, Philippine Science High School (PSHS) Executive Director Dr. Ronnalee N. Orteza, DOST-MIMAROPA Regional Director Dr. Bernardo N. Sepeda, Technology Application and Promotion Institute (TAPI) OIC Director Atty. Israel Jacob R. Zaragoza, and various DOST attached agencies’ planning officers and decision-makers gathered to bridge the gap between visionary goals and actionable government programs. Facilitated by Dr. Jaine C. Reyes of the UP Los Baños College of Public Affairs and Development (CPAf), the workshop focused on turning the PAGTANAW 2050 foresight agenda into actionable policies and programs that can be felt across the department.
House Panel Adopts PAGTANAW 2050 as the Philippines' Core Plan for Science-Based National Development
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QUEZON CITY — The House of Representatives Committee on Science and Technology officially adopted House Resolution (HR) 497 during its 4th regular meeting on March 17, 2026. This landmark resolution formally recognizes "PAGTANAW 2050: The Philippine Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Foresight and Strategic Plan" as the country’s core plan for science-based development.
Introduced by Representative Raymond Adrian Salceda, the resolution was adopted following the presentation by Academician Fortunato T. de la Peña, former Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology, who initiated the foresight exercise. In his presentation, Academician de la Peña emphasized the critical role of PAGTANAW 2050 in guiding the nation toward becoming a Prosperous, Archipelagic, Maritime Nation.