Third NAST PHL-PHILAAST RTD Calls for Unified Action to Unlock PAGTANAW 2050 Enablers
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The National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL), in collaboration with the Philippine Association for the Advancement of Science and Technology (PhilAAST), successfully hosted its third Roundtable Discussion via Zoom on 17 November 2025, gathering industry experts to provide critical insights for updating PAGTANAW 2050 and identifying key influencers and enablers.
The third session in a five-part RTD series focused on an in-depth discussion of the five (5) Key Operational Areas identified as the Critical Influencers and Enablers in PAGTANAW 2050—namely Blue Economy, Governance, Business and Trade, Information and Communications Technology, and Science Education and Talent Retention.
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.