2018 DOST VI RapiDOST Second Quarter Issue by Julius Gabiota

Makinarya sa pag proseso sang herbal teas, pagasuguran na by Rose Anne M. Aya, Ofelia F. Domingo, DOST-PCAARRD S&T Media Services

p1. DOST VI offers alter-livelihood for Boracay entreps p2. DOST 6 introduces OneSTore to Boracay MSMEs p3. Paggawa ng makinarya para sa pagproseso ng â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Herbal Teasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; maisasakatuparan na p4. NAST, DOST conducts Scientific Meeting in Bacolod City p5. Over 300 joins scientific confab in Bacolod City p6. Negrense entreps avail packaging, labeling assistance

inuslanon ang benepisyo para sa ikaayong-lawas nga makuha sa herbal tea, kinahanglan sang mga naga proseso sini ang nagakadapat nga kinaalam nahanungod sa bioactive compounds nga ara sa ginbulad kag wala ginbulad nga tsa. Kinahanglan man nila ang kinaalaman nahanungod as insakto nga pamaagi kag kadugayon sang pagbulad sang tsa kon sa diin mas nagatinir ang mga sustansiya. Ang bioactive compounds amo ang mga elemento sa herbal tea nga sarang makahatag sang anti-oxidant properties, nagapa hagan-hagan sang pagpalanghubag, anti-cancer kag madamu pa nga iban. Suno kay Dr. Renerio L. Mucas, propesor sa ISaTU kag leader sang sini nga proyekto, pagagamitan sang solar energy kag back-up nga

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p7. Pursue S&T careers, Negrense youth told p8. PCAARRD project promotes mud crab hatchery and nursery technologies p9. P45-M research hub opens in Iloilo university p10. FNRI: Pointers in giving solids to your baby p11. NAST PHL 40th Regional Scientific Meeting

Being the excellent prime-mover of regional and countryside development with equity, the Department of Science and Technology Region VI (DOST VI) provides alternative livelihood and source of income for the affected MSMEs as well as other programs aside from the livelihood aspect targeting several areas to the rehabilitation of Boracay as a sustainable tourism destination. Specifically, it includes providing social safety nets through training, livelihood, and employment assistance; and ensuring health and sanitation. DOST VI conducted training on Mushroom Production and Meat Processing in order to provide the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Boracay skills and knowledge for alternative sources of income and livelihood. The former was conducted last May 15-16, 2018 while the latter was conducted last April 27, 2018, both at Manoc-Manoc, Boracay, Malay, Aklan. In the Training for mushroom production, Ms. Devorah Manzanares, owner of Manzanares Natural Farming System Enterprise and a mushroom grower since 2009 discussed the procedure on the production of oyster mushroom (pleurotus) where samples of pure mushroom culture, grain spawn, and fruiting bags were presented. A hands-on demonstration of fruiting bag production then followed. Manzanares further shared several techniques and technical knowledge among the participants. In the said two-day training, the module on mushroom culture and production was given to the participants as the basis for the complete understanding of the step by step processes. The activity was attended by business owners and entrepreneurs who are interested to venture into mushroom production through the efforts of Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry Boracay (PCCI-Boracay). On the other hand, Marichu Calizo from Aklan State University (ASU) discussed the importance

DOST VI offers alterlivelihood for Boracay entreps of food safety and their hygienic practices in food preparation in the training on Meat Processing. Calizo further discussed the proper measurement of ingredients, the importance of proper proportion and exact measurement of preservatives and proper choice of meat to be used for a specific recipe. A hands-on demonstration of pork tocino, chicken tocino, beef tapa and burger patty then followed. President Rodrigo R. Duterte approved the sixmonth closure of Boracay Island to make way for its rehabilitation, thereby officially closing the destination to foreign and local visitors for six (6) months effective April 26, 2018. There are 18,788 displaced formal workers, profiling data from the Department of Labor and Employmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (DOLE) shows while there are 4, 733 from the informal workers like massage therapists, and vendors. The government has earmarked six months for Boracayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s closure identifying several benchmarks to decide if it could open it much earlier such as an improved quality of the water on the beach, significant progress on the road-widening projects and an improved handling of its solid waste. (DOST6/KMU)

DOST 6 introduces OneSTore to Boracay MSMEs Kalibo, Aklan — As part of several activities and other rehabilitation programs conducted due to the temporary closure of Boracay, the Department of Science and Technology VI has committed to help the affected Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in terms of sales and income through the conduct of an orientation program which emphasized the advantages of OneSTore Program — an online shopping and physical hub. With the agency’s continuing effort to assist MSMEs, OneSTore was conceptualized and presently being implemented. OneSTore.ph is an e-commerce web application platform that operates nationwide and caters primarily to Philippine consumers. It hopes to further assist the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) widen the scope of their target market. Eventually, it can help deliver economic growth and increase business opportunities of those enterprises in the rural communities. OneSTore provides customers with an effortless shopping experience and retailers with simple and direct access to one of the largest customers. The establishment of a hub within the locality and the requirements for the enrollment of the qualified MSMEs to the program was discussed. Together with DOST VI, the MSMEs are optimistic to boost their marketing strategies through the OneStore Program.

The products from different MSMEs supported by DOST VI OneStore Program can be accessed through its online shopping website: http://onestore.ph/index.…/…/vendor/114/ DOST-VI-Regional-Hub .(DOST6/JRAGabiota)

Paggawa ng makinarya para sa pagproseso ng â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;herbal teasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; maisasakatuparan na

Isa ka programmable dehydrator machine para sa herbal teas paagi sa proyekto nga Design and Development of a Programmable Dehydrator Machine for Herbal Tea Materials ang paga obrahon sang Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISatU). Ang ini nga proyekto ang gin aprubahan sang Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development sang Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PCAARRD) paagi sa DOST Region VI R&D Consortium. Ang katuyu-an sang ini nga proyekto amo ang paghatag solusyon sa mga kinahanglanon sang mga lokal nga manug-obra sang tsa paagi sa mga makinarya kag paghatag dugang nga kaalam sang mga eksperto nahanungod sa pagproseso sang herbal tea. Ang herbal tea nangin bantog sang damlag lang ilabi na gid sa mga tawo nga naga ulikid sang ila ikaayong-always. Agud mangin mapinuslanon ang benepisyo para sa ikaayong-lawas nga makuha sa herbal tea, kinahanglan sang mga naga proseso sini ang nagakadapat nga kinaalam nahanungod sa bioactive compounds nga ara sa ginbulad kag wala ginbulad nga tsa. Kinahanglan man nila ang kinaalaman nahanungod as insakto nga pamaagi kag kadugayon sang pagbulad sang tsa kon sa diin mas nagatinir ang mga sustansiya. Ang bioactive compounds amo ang mga elemento sa herbal tea nga sarang makahatag sang anti-oxidant properties, nagapa hagan-hagan sang pagpalanghubag, anti-cancer kag madamu pa nga iban.

Suno kay Dr. Renerio L. Mucas, propesor sa ISaTU kag leader sang sini nga proyekto, pagagamitan sang solar energy kag back-up nga kuryente ang prototype design sang dehydrator machine. May ara sang programmable circuit system ang nasambit nga makinarya nga amo ang maga kontrol kag maga-monitor sang temperatura kag humidity samtang ginapatigayon sini ang proseso sang pagpamala. Pagatun-an sang proyekto ang proseso sang pagpamala nga kinaandan sang mga naga-obra sang tsa. Ang impormasyon nga nakuha diri ang pagagamiton sa pag-obra kag pagdisenyo sang dehydrator machine. Sa paghuman sang nasambit nga makina, pagatestingan sang mga eksperto kag bag-uhon kon kinahanglan ang disenyo sini. Ang pagdisenyo kag pag-obra sang makinarya pagapatigayunon sa ISaTU samtang ang pagchekyar sang na proseso na nga herbal teas pagapatigayunon paagi sa pakipag koordinar sa Ephrathah Farms sa Badiangan, Iloilo. Dugang pa, ginahandum man ang paghimo sang standard nga proseso sa pagpamala sang tsa kag iban pa nga mga pamaagi para sa maayo nga resulta sini. Nagasalig ang DOST-PCAARD nga paagi sa ini nga proyekto, maga angkat ang industriya agud nga makatupong ukon sarang malapawan ang iban nga nasyon sa pagproseso sang herbal tea. (MASASalazar/ DOST6 with reports from DOST-PCAARD S&T Media Services)

NAST, DOST conducts Scientific Meeting in Bacolod City

Bacolod City— In line with the thrust of the Duterte administration, the National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL) conducted its two-day Regional Visayas Scientific Meeting (RVSM) on April 11-12, 2018 at L’Fisher Hotel, Bacolod City, in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology Visayas Cluster (DOST Regional Offices VI, VII, VIII). The RSVM was conducted in preparation for the 40th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) on July 11-12, 2018 which shall revolve around the theme “Science and Technology-Enhanced Transformation for Sustainability and Resiliency (2018-2030)”, with this year’s ASM to be hosted by the NAST Biological Sciences Division. Adopting the Sustainable Development Goals (SGDs), the RVSM aims to: 1. Provide an insightful review of the Philippine performances and achievements of the MDGs, and initiatives in relation to SGDs (6) Clean Water Sanitation, (11) Sustainable Cities and Communities and (15) Life on Land, targeted for 2018-2030. 2. Make policy, action plans and other recommendations towards the Philippines “robust voluntary, effective, participatory and integrated” fulfilment of abovementioned SGDs. 3. Emphasize the country’s effort and initiatives on SGD (16) Peace, Justice and Strong Intuitions and (17) Partnership for Goals in relation to other SGDs. The said meeting served as the leading forum for

the presentation of the results of scientific and policy research, invited National Scientists and Academicians and other researchers namely: National Scientist Raul V. Fabella who discussed about the “Sustainable Industrialization and Inclusion”; Usec. Adoracion M. Navarro of National Economic and Development Authority talked about the “Resilience and Sustainability Programs in Western Visayas Economy”; Atty. Martin B. Delgra III, chairman of Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board, discussed topic on “Sustainability Cities and Communities”; Mr. Leandro L. Leviste, president of Solar Philippines presented “Renewalble Energy”; Atty. Juliana B. Carbon, general manager of Bacolod City Water District talked on “Water and Sanitation”; Dr. Majah-leah V. Ravago, assistant professor in School of Economics UP Diliman, presented the “Responsible Consumption and Production”; Dr. Silvano B. Maranga, president of ASKEDWELL, and Mr. Ramon Peñalosa, president of Peñalosa Farms, on “Application of Science and Technology to Natural Farming and Organic Agriculture System: A Component of Drought Resistant Natural Farming Project”. NAST PHL will also hold the Regional Scientific Meetings in Luzon and Mindanao. Policy recommendations on appropriate interventions as agreed upon during the plenary sessions were to the Philippine government and the private sector. More than 300 scientists and researchers from all over Visayas attended the activity. (DOSTVI/JRAGabiota)

Over 300 joins scientific confab in Bacolod City BACOLOD CTY ---- The recently concluded Regional Scientific Meeting (RSM) in Bacolod City, gathered some 300 participants composed of students, researchers and scientists for generation of a quality research and development (R&D) outputs at the local level. During the RSM press conference, Department of Science and Technology (DOST 6) regional director Rowen Gelonga expressed that the activity is an engaging way for the local researchers to interact with national scientists and academicians to establish better collaboration with them. “What we expect is that after this event and series of events that we are going to have, we can now actually (have) better R&D outputs at the local level because we are linking with our scientists and researchers based on areas outside the region,” Gelonga underscored. A brainchild of the National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL) in coordination with the DOST Regional Offices, the RSM is geared towards President Rodrigo Duterte’s thrust of bringing science initiatives to the regions to spur innovations. Director Gelonga likewise noted that two State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) in Negros Occidental are working out to produce feasible proposals for the Niche Centers in the Regions for R&D (NICER) program of DOST. “We are looking at partnering with both Carlos SC) and Technological University of the Philippines – search center that will specialize on the metal working dress the requirements of our sugar industry as well as

Hilado Memorial State College (CHMVisayas (TUP-V) to come up with a reside, metals fabrication, particularly to adthe food processing sector, ” Gelonga said.

According to Gelonga, these are the significant improvements pushed in an effort to establish specialized R&D centers and build local R&D capabilities attuned to the regional development needs. (MASASalazar/DOST VI-KMU)

Negrense entreps avail packaging, labeling assistance NEGROS OCCIDENTAL,

April 17 (PIA6) ---- In light of boosting the competitiveness of local goods through packaging, the Negros Occidental Provincial Science and Technology Center (PSTC) has turned over food packaging and label prototypes to 76 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) during the opening day of the 25th Panaad sa Negros Festival. Dubbed as “Packaging Assistance for Micro Enterprises in Region VI”, it provides services such as label design development, initial printing of developed label design, and initial volume of packaging and label prototypes. The project is expected to pave the way for micro enterprises to penetrate better markets with enhanced product presentation, and longer shelf-life. Science Research Specialist II Glady Reyes shared that the initiative is being implemented under the Department of Science and Technology’s (DOST) Grants-in-Aids (GIA) program aimed to maximize scientific and technological measures that contribute to the country’s socio-economic growth. Reyes noted that these beneficiaries have undergone basic food safety seminar as well as orientation on mandatory labeling requirement. Since the project’s implementation in 2015, the Negros PSTC was able to distribute packaging and label prototypes to a total of 218 MSMEs in the province. For inquiries about the DOST’s Packaging Technology Assistance Program, contact (034) 7070170, or visit Negros Occidental PSTC at Cottage Road, Bacolod City. (LML/PIA/Negros Occidental)

Pursue S&T careers, Negrense youth told

NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, April 10 (PIA6) ---- The National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL), the government’s highest recognition and advisory body on science and technology (S&T), encouraged Grade 10 to 12 students to take courses on the various fields of science and technology. NAST PHL Director Luningning Samarita-Domingo, during the recently conducted NAST Symposium for the Youth in Bacolod City, expressed that those who pursue careers in science are not only helping themselves, but also the country. “We brought with us our scientists so that they can talk to you, discuss with you and present to you why science is important,” Samarita-Domingo said. Samarita-Domingo likewise shared the different S&T scholarship grants under the Department of Science and Technology’s – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) which cover travel, uniform and book allowance, lodging, tuition fees, and stipends. “What we are really doing is to make more people and even the policy decision makers and our officials appreciate science and technology more and give good environment for scientists and researchers in our country,” the NAST PHL Director added.

Meanwhile, to spark students’ interests in S&T fields, national scientists Angel Alcala, Mer cedes Concepcion, and Raul Fabella discussed topics on biodiversity studies with special reference to Negros Island, demography, and, capitalism, socialism and poverty reduction, respectively. Academicians such as Dr. Jaime Montoya, Dr. Remigio Olveda, Dr. Jose Maria Balmaceda, and Dr. Agnes Rola, on the other hand, tackled about Building a Career in Life Sciences, Lessons Learned in Quest for Solutions that can Alleviate the Suffering of People Affected by Schistosomiasis, A Career in Mathematics, and Role of Social Science in Sustainable Agriculture Research, respectively. NAST, an attached agency of DOST, is mandated to recognize outstanding achievements in S&T, advise the government regarding S&T issues and concerns, and embark on scientific linkages. (LML/PIA-Negros Occidental)

PCAARRD project promotes mud crab hatchery and nursery technologies food culture, broodstock management, larval rearing from zoea to megalopae, nursery rearing, and other activities involved in the hatchery, nursery, and grow-out operations. I MUD CRAB farming has long been established in the Philippines. In fact, the country is the second top producer in the world. As most mud crab farmers rely on crab seeds from the wild, reduced landings and mean capture size are experienced by farmers due to overexploitation. To address this, mud crab farmers raise crabs in hatcheries. To further increase hatchery-reared mud crabs in the country, a project funded by the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PCAARRD) promoted mud crab hatchery and nursery technologies in Aklan State University (ASU), Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology (ZSCMST), and the Tagum local government unit (LGU) in Davao del Norte. The project, “Promotion of Mud Crab Hatchery and Nursery Technologies in Selected Sites,” is implemented by the Aquaculture Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC/AQD) and is part of the National Mud Crab Science and Technology Program. ASU, ZSCMST, and Tagum LGU have existing hatchery facilities, laboratories, or pond facilities. A memorandum of agreement (MOA) to adopt the mud crab hatchery operation was signed between SEAFDEC/AQD and the three entities mentioned. Under the agreement, ASU, ZSCMST, and Tagum LGU underwent training courses on mud crab hatchery and nursery operations. The training courses tackled mud crab hatchery, nursery, and grow-out operations. The three collaborators also underwent practical sessions on natural

To guide the ASU staff in the hatchery, a SEAFDEC/AQD technician was detailed for two hatchery and nursery trials. The trials recorded a survival rate at larval stage of 80-85 percent in the hatchery phase and 66-76 percent in the nursery phase. The crab juveniles produced from the nursery phase were stocked in the nearby grow-out ponds for culture to market size. Some of the market size females produced were used as broodstock for the hatchery. On the other hand, faculty, research staff, and students of Fisheries and Aquaculture course of ZSCMST, and crab traders and growers in the area were trained in natural food culture. Same with ASU, a SEAFDEC/ AQD technician was detailed in the college’s hatchery. MULTI-SPECIES

HATCHERY

A new multi-species hatchery for mud crab culture was constructed in the Tagum LGU. Technical assistance for one run was provided by a SEAFDEC/AQD technician. Both S. serrata and S. olivacea are being used for seed production, wherein the crablets of the latter are intended to be used in the soft-shell crab farm. The soft-shell crab farm was also set up in Tagum. Once the project is concluded, SEAFDEC/AQD will continue to provide assistance to the three collaborators. (Rose Anne M. Aya/DOST-PCAARRD S&T Media Services)

P45-M Research hub opens in Iloilo university By Perla Lena

(Photo by Xykie Vi Fantilanan, IMT)

ILOILO CITY -- The Iloilo Science and Tech- ence and technology,” added Dr. Carmelo V. Amnology University (ISAT U) marked its but, Vice President for Research and Extension. third foundation anniversary by unveiling its PHP45-million research center on Friday. The center was created with the support of the United States Agency for International Development (US“The establishment of the research hub was an excel- AID), Department of Science and Technology (DOST), lent example of commitment in this area, opening up and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). myriad opportunities for academics, students and professionals to seek ways to develop solutions targeted The inauguration was also graced by CHED at critical sustainability issues in Iloilo and beyond Commissioner J. Prospero E. de Vera III, from a multi-disciplinary perspective,” said ISAT U DOST Secretary Fortunato T. de La Peña, USPresident Raul F. Muyong during a press conference. AID STRIDE chief party David Hall, DOST 6 (Western Visayas) Director Rowen B. Gelonga It will also serve as the “center facility of the and Director Ro-Ann Bacal of the National Ecoscientist, technologist and managers who will be nomic and Development Authority’s regional ofengaged in knowledge in different aspects of sci- fice. (Isaiah Junio and John Michael Ramos-OJTs/PNA)

FNRI: Pointers in giving solids to your baby By Lorenzo O. Lambatin Jr.

NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, May 15 (PIA) -- The Food Also, sterilize utensils used for feeding. Give only and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) - DOST rec- freshly cooked foods and freshly peeled fruits ognizes the crucial first foods introduced to a baby and not leftover food. (Lljr/PIA-Negros Occidental) that can lead to a healthy growing and lifestyle. Food should be given one at a time and appropriate to the baby’s age. Don’t start new foods at the same time allowing three days before trying out a new one. The three days will allow time to observe allergic reactions to a new food. Give new foods at breakfast or lunch to avoid development of reactions in the night. Start with a small amount of food, then gradually increase it. Use thin liquid purees then gradually shift to more solid and chunkier meals. Ensure fortably

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Offer bland food only and don’t add salt until age one year as baby’s kidneys cannot cope with salt. Even after the age of one, add only a little amount of salt and little or no sugar. Too much sugar leads to tooth decay and makes the child develop a sweet tooth. Don’t force the baby to eat maybe the baby is not hungry. Don’t worry about this, he will make up for it the next time. Always test the temperature of the baby before giving the food and practice good personal hygiene when preparing baby’s food by washing of hands with soap and clean water before handling baby’s food. 10

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