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DOST Makes Cagayan de Oro the Host of the 5th Philippine Silk Summit
By: Reina Rose B. Realino
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
On 29 February 2024, the City of Cagayan de Oro will host a milestone event for the Philippine silk industry - the 5th Philippine Silk Summit. Organized by the Department of Science and Technology's Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), the summit brings together key stakeholders across the silk value chain intending to strengthen cooperation and work towards a sustainable and self-sufficient Philippine silk sector.
Photo 1. 5th Philippine Silk Summit Banner - Details
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THE FUSION OF SCIENCE AND FASHION ON TELACON RUNWAY
February 7, 2024
By: Reina Rose B. Realino
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The DOST-PTRI organized a Fashion Innovation Event entitled "πππππππ: πππ 'π¬ πππ’π¦ππ π’π§ππ" during the National Textile Convention Stakeholders' Night on January 30, 2024, at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City. The show is in line with the 2024 Philippine Tropical Fabrics Month celebration.
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DOST-PTRI collaborates with City Government of Taguig for the Sustainable Textile Technology-based Livelihood Program
By: Reina Rose B. Realino
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) and the City Government of Taguig have formalized their collaboration through a Memorandum of Agreement for the Sustainable Textile Technology-based Livelihood Program. This initiative is poised to open new opportunities in textiles for the residents of Taguig.
Photo 1. Signing of Memorandum of Agreement between DOST-PTRI and the City Government of Taguig- Details
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DOST-PTRI Launches Two Key Partnerships on the First Day of 2024 National Textile Convention
By: Reina Rose B. Realino
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) marked the inaugural day of the 1st National Textile Convention (TELACon) with the launch of two groundbreaking partnerships, reinforcing their commitment to advancing Philippine textile education and innovation at the Jose Rizal Hall, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Pasay City on January 30, 2024.
The first partnership marked the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between DOST-PTRI and De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, Inc. (DLS-CSB), solidifying their commitment to textile education and research. This partnership forms part of the establishment of the Textile Academy, a hub for textile knowledge exchange. The academy aims to develop textile S&T human resources through skills training programs, workshops, research initiatives, and professional development, fostering expertise in textile technology, design, and sustainable practices.
Photo 1. Signing of Memorandum of Understanding between DOST-PTRI and De La Salle - College of Saint Benilde- Details
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DOSTβs Bamboo Textile Fiber Innovation Hub Launch Marks Milestone for Bamboo Textiles in Abra
By: Reina Rose B. Realino
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of the Bamboo Textile Fiber Innovation Hub (BTFIH) in Abra, a significant milestone in the Bamboo Textiles PH initiative. Bamboo Textiles PH is a DOST-PTRI initiative aimed at revolutionizing the bamboo industry by developing sustainable fiber extraction processes, establishing innovation hubs, and exploring the use of bamboo fibers in various textile applications. The BTFIH project, funded by the DOSTβPhilippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD), aims to revolutionize the economic and environmental value chain of bamboo through sustainable fiber extraction and processing.1
The installation of Bamboo Textile Fiber Innovation Hubs (BTFIH) represents a pivotal accomplishment and a key objective of the Bamboo Textiles PH initiative. These hubs are designed to engage local communities in fiber processing, allowing members to actively participate in fiber extraction in their respective regions. The goal is to empower communities with knowledge about equipment operations in fiber processing, facilitating the efficient conversion of raw materials into fibers for sustainable livelihoods and continuous innovation in textile production.1
Photos 1-4. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Demonstration of the Machines during the Grand Launching of Bamboo Textile Fiber Innovation Hub in Abra
