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DOST-PTRI HOLDS GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY FOR SEDA PILIPINAS' LARGEST SILK COCOON PRODUCTION HUB
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) spearheaded a groundbreaking ceremony on October 12, 2024, marking the establishment of the largest commercial-scale silk cocoon production hub in the Philippines located in the municipality of Pangil, Laguna. This facility is a crucial step in expanding the country's silk industry under the SEDA Pilipinas initiative, part of the broader Philippine Silk Roadmap.
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DOST-PTRI EMPOWERS HANUNUO MANGYAN COMMUNITY THROUGH NATURAL DYEING TRAINING IN ORIENTAL MINDORO
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
In a remarkable initiative blending science and tradition, the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) collaborated with the Awati TI-KAPE Community Development Program, the Local Government of Mansalay, and Mindoro State University to conduct a Natural Dye Extraction and Textile Application Training This three-day event, held from October 8 to 10, 2024 at Panaytayan Elementary School, Oriental Mindoro, engaged the Hanunuo Mangyan community, aiming to integrate scientific methods with their traditional indigenous dyeing practices while ensuring the preservation of their rich cultural heritage.
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DOST-PTRI INKS MOU WITH THE TAYTAY LGU ON SUSTAINABLE TEXTILE AND GARMENT INNOVATIONS
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
In a significant step forward towards the development of adaptable and sustainable textile solutions, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was crafted between the the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) and the Municipality of Taytay, Rizal, witnessed by the DOST CALABARZON and DOST Rizal on October 11, 2024. This landmark agreement aims to strengthen the town's textile industry by addressing environmental challenges while enhancing economic growth.
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DOST-PTRI LEADS THE WAY IN SUSTAINABLE TEXTILE INNOVATIONS AT TAKTIKS FOR BETTER PLASTIK EXPO
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) is taking the lead in promoting sustainability through its innovative textile solutions at the ongoing Tactics for Better PlasTIK (Technology, Innovation, and Knowledge) Expo and Forum. The event, organized by DOST in cooperation with SM Investments Corporation, is held at the SM Megamall Trade Hall from October 10 to 11 and highlights cutting-edge solutions to the plastic waste crisis, with DOST-PTRI championing eco-friendly alternatives through its display of sustainable textile technologies.
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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.
