On March 26, 2025, Dr. Julius Leaño, Jr., Director IV of the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), led the oath-taking of the following newly promoted and appointed personnel at the TELA Gallery, DOST-PTRI Building, Taguig City: 

Ayra R. Laure
Science Aide
Technical Services Division

Cheryl G. Lopez
Supervising Science Research Specialist Research and Development Division

In his message, Director Leaño congratulated the newly promoted and appointed staff, highlighting the importance of their roles in serving the Filipino people. He encouraged them to take pride in their work, reminding them that their efforts will play a meaningful part in boosting the Philippine textile industry.