NAST PHL to Hold In-House Workshop on Policy Formulation for PAGTANAW 2050
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MUNTINLUPA CITY — The National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL) will hold the In-House Workshop on Policy Research, Analysis, and Formulation for PAGTANAW 2050 for the benefit of key personnel within the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and its attached agencies on February 20, 2026, in Alabang, Muntinlupa City.
This initiative is part of the broader DOST ST&I Foresight Development Program, which aims to integrate and strengthen foresight thinking across the Department. The workshop is designed as a crucial step to capacitate DOST staff to effectively integrate the PAGTANAW 2050 foresight and strategic plan into their strategic planning processes.
The activity aims to train key personnel in applying practical foresight tools and frameworks in planning, programming, and decision-making. Recognizing the need to anticipate long-term challenges and opportunities in science, technology, and innovation (ST&I), the workshop seeks to build awareness and understanding of futures thinking and demonstrate its application in policy development and program design.
Brewing a Greener Future: #Pilipinast Kapehan Underscores Engineering Sustainability for the Philippines
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BICUTAN, TAGUIG CITY – The National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL), held the first episode of this year’s #PilipiNAST Kapehan, with the theme “Sparking the Future: Innovations in Sustainable Energy,” via Zoom and Facebook Live on January 30, 2026.
#PilipiNAST Kapehan is a dialogue series that brings NAST PHL scientists together with members of the press, media, and science communicators. This event is held monthly to discuss emerging issues in science, technology, and innovation related to a specific national or international event celebrated within the month. At its core, #PilipiNAST Kapehan serves as a dynamic platform to introduce the Academy’s initiatives and showcase its awardees and members, highlighting the remarkable contributions of Filipino scientists whose work continues to shape national development.
PAGTANAW 2050 to Cap Three-Part Regional Futures Training with Mindanao Leg
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DAVAO CITY — PAGTANAW 2050 will conclude its three-part regional Training of Trainers with the Mindanao leg of SANDIWA: Building Regional Capacities in Futures Thinking for Indicators Development, scheduled on 11-12 February 2026 in Davao City.
Following the successful conduct of the SANDIWA workshops in the Luzon and Visayas regions, the final leg is being undertaken in collaboration with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region XI, marking the culmination of a nationwide effort to strengthen regional capacities for futures-oriented planning and indicators development.