SCEINCE, AND

TECHNOLOGY AND
NATION BUILDING
Presented by:
Mallari, Christalyn
Milallos, Naomie
Corilla, Marie
Abelda, Emelyrose
Becera, John Paul
 The history of science and technology in
the Philippines started way back before
the country gained its independence
from the American Colonizers. Before
History of Science the coming of the Spanish colonizers,the
early inhabitants of the archipelago had
and Technology in their own culture and traditions.They
had their own belief system and
the Philippines indigenous knowledge system that keeps
them organized and sustained their lives
and communities for many years. The
history of science and technology in the
Philippines started way back before the
country gained its independence from
the American Colonizers.
 Before the coming of the Spanish colonizers,the early inhabitants of the
archipelago had their own culture and traditions.They had their own
belief system and indigenous knowledge system that keeps them
organized and sustained their lives and communities for many years.
Science,in pre-Spanish Philippines,is embedded in the way of life of the
people. When the Spaniards colonized the country,they brought with
them their own culture and practices. They established schools for boys
and girls and introduced the concept of subjects and disciplines. The
americans have more influence in the development of science and
technology in the Philippines compared to the Spaniards.
What is the Development of
Science and Technology in the
Philippines
 The development of science and technology in the Philippines has seen
significant progress. The Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
plays a key role in managing scientific advancements in the country. There
have been historical records of scientific and technological achievements dating
back to precolonial times. Recent initiatives, such as PAGTANAW 2050, aim
to further advance science and technology in the Philippines. However,
challenges such as limited funding and infrastructure, as well as the need for
more human resources, exist. Overall, the development of science and
technology in the Philippines is ongoing and holds promise for the future.
GOVERNMENT POLICIES ON SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY
 THE NATIONAL RESEARCH COUNCIL OF THE
PHILIPPINES (NCRP) CLUSTERED THESE POLICIES INTO
FOUR:
1. Social Sciences, Humanities, Education,
International Policies and Governance
2. Physics, Engineering and Industrial Research, Earth
and Space Sciences, and Mathematics
3. Medical, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
4. Biological, Sciences, Agriculture, and Forestry
 -THERE ARE ALSO OTHER EXISTING PROGRAMS
SUPPORTED BY THE PHILIPPINE GOVERNMENT
THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY (DOST)

THE PHILIPPINE-AMERICAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE

AND ENGINEERING (PAASE, 2008) IDENTIFIED
SEVERAL CAPACITY-BUILDING PROGRAMS SUCH AS:
The current K to 12 education program includes
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
(STEM)
 The commission on Higher
Education has launched its
Philippine-California Advanced
Research Institutes (PICARI)
Project to strengthen the STEM
competitiveness of the country.
 The Philippine Congress has also created
various laws related to science and
technology. These laws vary according to
different themes such as: conservation,
health-related, technology-building, and
supporting basic research among others.

Some laws and policies are in line with the

international treaties such as:
 AREAS AND FIELDS TO EMBARK
VARIOUS RESEARCH AND PROJECTS
1.Use of alternative and safe energy
2. Harnessing mineral resources
3. Finding cure for various diseases and illnesses
4.Climate change and global warming
5. Increasing food production
6. Preservation of natural resources
7. Coping with natural disasters and calamities
8. Infrastructure development
FAMOUS FILIPINOS IN THE
FIELD OF SCIENCE
Rafael Dineros Guerrero III – for his research on
tilapia

Enrique Mapua Ostrea Jr. – for inventing the

meconium drugs testing

Mari-Jo Panganiban Ruiz – for being an

outstanding educator and graph theorist
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