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DOST-PTRI HOSTS TEXTILE INNOVATION DIALOGUE ON HUMAN SECURITY AND DEFENSE
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
A day after the signing of Republic Act No. 12024, also known as the Self-reliant Defense Posture Revitalization Act, which seeks to bolster local defense asset production and foster a national defense industry, the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) spearheaded the Innovation Dialogue for Human Security and the Defense Sector. The event, held on October 9, 2024, at the TELA Gallery in Taguig City, gathered key stakeholders to explore advancements in military textiles and defense technologies.
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PRESIDENTIAL MANAGEMENT STAFF EXPLORES TEXTILE INNOVATIONS AT THE DOST-PTRI
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Presidential Management Staff (PMS) recently visited the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) to explore its ongoing textile research and development projects. During the visit, the delegation expressed a keen interest in the Battle Dress Uniform (BDU) initiative, which aims to enhance the capabilities of the country's uniformed personnel through the use of locally sourced textiles. This project not only bolsters national defense efforts but also supports the growth of the Philippine textile industry by promoting indigenous materials and innovation.
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DOST-PTRI SHOWCASES TEXTILE INNOVATIONS FOR DISASTER PREPAREDNESS AND MANAGEMENT AT HANDA PILIPINAS: MINDANAO LEG
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
As part of the Handa Pilipinas: Mindanao Leg, the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) presented its textile technologies designed to support disaster preparedness and management held at the KCC Convention Center in General Santos City on October 4, 2024. This event highlighted the role of innovative textile solutions in disaster scenarios, ensuring communities are better equipped to face natural calamities.

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DOST-PTRI HOSTS TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY DEMO IN RSTW SOCCSKSARGEN, SHOWCASING TRADITIONAL WEAVING AND NATURAL DYEING TECHNIQUES
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) held a Textile Technology Demo Workshop on Dyeing and Weaving at the Veranza Activity Center, General Santos City, South Cotabato on October 2, 2024, as part of the 2024 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) in SOCCSKSARGEN. The event aimed to promote the preservation and modernization of traditional Filipino textile practices through innovative techniques.
