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DOST V certifies electoral boards in Masbate for the May 9 polls
April 29, 2022
Local voters in Masbate can rest assured that there are enough number of electoral boards (EBs) capable to operate the vote counting machines (VCM) in the May 9 polls. DOST V’s successful implementation of the 2022 EB Certification Program in collaboration with COMELEC-Masbate gives this assurance.
The certification process took place on 02-20 March 2022 at Bituon Beach Resort, Bagacay, Mobo, Masbate. Out of 2,026 EBs, 1,964 or 97% were certified as information technology (IT)-capable to use the Automated Election System. In addition, 42 local policemen who will serve as special EBs also underwent the certification process on April 19, 2022. This is in keeping with Section 3 of Republic Act No. 9369 or Automated Election Law which mandates DOST to ascertain the EBs’ capability.
The certification process consisted of theoretical and practical exams. The practical exam was administered in-person while the theoretical exam was done online using the DOST EB Certification Portal, a web-based app developed by DOST-NCR. Four (4) staff from the Provincial Science and Technology Center in Masbate, led by Provincial Science and Technology Director and Supervising Certifier Josie D. Albao, served as local certifiers with the assistance of COMELEC-Masbate, headed by Provincial Election Supervisor Atty. Maria Aurea C. Bo-Bunao.
DOST, through the nationwide implementation of the 2022 EB Certification Program, supports the government in ensuring the success of this year’s national and local elections.
DOST V thru PSTC Camarines Sur provides fund assistance to telecommunications firm
April 28, 2022
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) V, through the Provincial Science and Technology Center (PSTC) Camarines Sur awarded its fund assistance to NGN.NET Enterprises last 25 April 2022 for the project "Upgrading the Telecommunication Services of NGN.NET Enterprises" as beneficiary of Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program.
The NGN.NET Enterprises is owned and managed by Mr. and Mrs. Jude and Lucille Reganit, located at Door 4 Pavilion, Panganiban Drive, Naga City. Wireless Transmission Link, Microwave Radio Installation/Antenna Rigging, Structured Cabling, and Supply and Installation of Fiber Optic systems are some of the services the company offers. They also provide installation of point-to-point Wi-Fi connections in the province.
Through SETUP, the company will procure 1-set of Wireless Network Link, 1-unit Fusion Splicer, 1-unit Optical Time Domain Reflectometer, and 1-unit of Fusion Splicer. The procurement of the said equipment will improve and upgrade their existing telecommunication services. This will allow the company to become competitive in providing its services due to the state-of-the-art equipment.
The Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP) is a nationwide strategy program of the DOST to encourage and assist Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in adopting technology and innovations to enhance operational efficiency, boost productivity, and promote competitiveness of products and services. To know more about the program, email us at pstc_cs (at) yahoo.com or message at Facebook page DOST V Provincial S&T Center- Camarines Sur.
(PNFelizmenio/MMDacara)
PSTC Catanduanes meets with OPAG, PhilFIDA, conducts demo of abaca directory website
April 26, 2022
Last April 25, a meeting was held at the Office of Provincial Agriculture attended by representatives of OPAG, PhilFIDA, and DOST PSTC Catanduanes. The meeting is in connection with the upcoming celebration of the 6th Abaca Festival, with the theme "Uswag Abaca: Dagos sa Maogmang Isla." The DOST – PSTC, DICT, PhilFIDA, and OPAG – Catanduanes will be launching an online registry of abacaleros website. The main objective of the meeting was the presentation and demonstration of the abaca directory website.
The website is expected to showcase the Catanduanes Abaca and broaden awareness of the different aspects of the industry. It will allow easy access to important information, current news, projects and activities on abaca. It could also help establish communication between the Abacaleros and stakeholders, investors, and researchers.
DOST organizes tech training on fish processing in Mercedes, Camarines Norte
April 26, 2022
The Department of Science and Technology Provincial Science and Technology Center - Camarines Norte (DOST PSTC - Camarines Norte) organized a two-day technology training-cum-production workshop on fish processing last 29-30 March 2022 at Brgy. 6, Mercedes, Camarines Norte. Thirty (30) participants attended the training that enabled them to learn the methods of Bangus deboning and sardines bottling.
The activity is in partnership with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources - Camarines Norte Provincial Office (BFAR - CNPO), Local Government Unit of Mercedes, and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Negosyo Center – Mercedes.
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DOST Catanduanes, DAR conduct assessment of mushroom facility in Gigmoto
April 24, 2022
Last April 21, with intensive partnership with the Department of Agrarian Reform, DOST-Catanduanes conducted an assessment and technological needs to Uswag Gigmoto Agrarian Reform Cooperative. Previously, the association had a mushroom production in Brgy. San Vicente, Gigmoto, however due to some circumstances, the sustainability of production was urged to stop.
This year, DAR together with DOST, will support and lead the continuation and recovery of cooperative by providing assistance on the renovation of mushroom processing facility, mushroom plantation, technology and equipment upgrade and food safety awareness trainings.
The site visit and assessment were faciliated by Engr. Gram Molina- PSTD Catanduanes, Ms. Joyce Ann Baluyo- SRS II, Ms. Imelda Tuibeo- ARPO III & Mr. Marvin Osorio- DAR Agriculturist.
DOST will continue to intensify collaboration and support programs of other agencies for the betterment of community and its people.
