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The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) has brought pride to the Philippines by securing multiple awards at the 2024 Seoul International Invention Fair (SIIF) in South Korea. Both of the institute’s featured technologies earned prestigious recognition, cementing the country’s reputation for innovative solutions in the textile industry.

The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) joined the closing activities of the 2024 World Ikat Textile Symposium (WITS) with a cultural immersion at the Winaca Eco-Cultural Village and Forest Homes in Benguet. This event celebrated the artistry and traditions of weavers and artisans through live demonstrations of weaving techniques.

In a bid to revolutionize and sustain the textile industry across all regions of the Philippines, the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) capped off its participation in the 15 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) events for 2024 by joining the RSTW Central Luzon held at Central Luzon State University (CLSU), Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija. Running from December 10 to 12, 2024, the event highlighted DOST-PTRI’s ongoing commitment to innovation and sustainability as an exhibitor.

The event served as a platform to highlight the immense potential of bamboo in promoting sustainability and boosting the Philippine textile industry. DOST-PTRI showcased how bamboo, a renewable and abundant resource, can be transformed into high-quality textile fibers, positioning it as a key player in the country’s shift toward eco-friendly and innovative materials.