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Despite their importance, storm chasing operations are limited by budget, manpower, and geographic coverage (currently mainly Luzon), prompting calls for increased government support and expanded deployment capacity.

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DOST Press Release: Beyond radars and rain gauges: here’s why we need ‘storm chasers’ on the ground during typhoons

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These storm chasers work closely with forecasters by sending hourly updates, helping verify predictions, improve situational awareness, and refine the delivery of weather and climate information to affected communities.

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DOST in the News: New DOST business program to feature beneficiaries, livelihood opportunities

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Leave the Office Early Day isn't about being tamad. It's about working so efficiently that you earn back your time.

When work gets done, you go home. On time.
That's the 'New Filipino Time.'

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DOST Rizal emphasized that the project promotes inclusive access to knowledge and innovation, aiming to empower PDLs through continuous learning, personal growth, and better opportunities for reintegration into society.

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DOST Press Release: Rizal PDLs get S&T learning kiosk for education and livelihood training thru a DOST, BJMP collab

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The initiative will initially benefit 72 female PDLs and 26 jail officers, with the platform also supporting Alternative Learning System (ALS) learners, children of PDLs, and individuals seeking livelihood opportunities.

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DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. supported exploring sustainable alternatives aligned with circular economy principles, noting that DOST-PTRI has already collected 3,333 worn-out flags for proper retirement and possible recycling initiatives.

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DOST Press Release: DOST pushes for amendment to the law repurposing worn-out Philippine flags instead of burning them

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DOST-PTRI Director Julius L. Leaño explained that the institute uses physical fiber recovery technology, which can recover 90–95% of the flag’s textile materials for reuse in other applications.

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DOST in the News: DOST pushes science careers, cites shortage of innovators

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