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KATHABI FASHION INNOVATION SHOW STAGED FOR THE FIRST TIME IN CARAGA
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
As part of the 2024 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) in Caraga, the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), staged the KatHABI Fashion Innovation Show, for the first time at the Robinsons Butuan North Atrium, Butuan City, Agusan del Norte.
The event showcased innovations in textiles and wearables, particularly those made from Philippine Tropical Fabrics. It featured collections from Albert Andrada Luxewear, Hiraya Lizan, Nina Inabel, Unica Hija by BAYO, AIRE, Likhang Maragondon, Edited Limited, and the Davao Fashion Design Council Foundation, Inc.
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DOST-PTRI HOLDS PHILIPPINE TEXTILE INNOVATION FORUM AT 2024 RSTW CARAGA
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), in collaboration with the Department of Science and Technology Caraga (DOST Caraga), hosted the Philippine Textile Innovation Forum as part of the 2024 Caraga Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW), on June 7, 2024, at the Robinsons Butuan North Atrium, Butuan City, Agusan del Norte.
The forum spotlighted pioneering efforts in the field of textile innovation, focusing on the development of sustainable and locally sourced fabrics. Key topics included "Spinning Innovations for Philippine Silk Development," "Bamboo Textile Fiber Innovation Hubs," "Fostering the Revitalization of Nascent Textile Innovation Ecosystems" (FRONTIER), and Creativity and Equity through Accelerated Textile Technology Engagement and Entrepreneurship Ventures for Vulnerable Sectors (CREATTEEVs).
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DOST-PTRI GOES TO 2024 RSTW CARAGA
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) mounted a KatHABI Textile Innovation Exhibition as part of the 2024 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) in Caraga (Region XIII) organized by DOST Caraga.
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DOST-PTRI GOES TO LIKHA 3
By: Reina Rose B. Realino
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) participated in Likha 3: Likha ko, Lahi Ko, organized by the Office of the First Lady at Forum 2 & 3 of the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City. Likha aims to celebrate Filipino traditional crafts on the 126th Anniversary of Philippine Independence Day by showcasing the talents of 87 artisans from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. This edition of Likha will be a celebration of Philippine traditional textiles and crafts, offering a platform for artisans to display their unique creations.
As the government agency mandated to conduct textile R&D, the Institute's booth presented its textile programs, such as the FRONTIER program, which seeks to amplify regional textile innovation by strategically establishing hubs for textile fibers and yarns, alongside regional centers dedicated to natural dyes and weaving innovations. The Institute also promoted its other programs, technologies, and services for the artisans, weaving communities, and textile-based enterprises.
