DOST says launches rural broadband initiative

The Information and Communications Technology Office of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-ICTO) recently launched its TV White Space (TVWS) Initiative to address pressing connectivity requirements of Filipinos and Government Systems with a two day event at the ICTO building attended by professionals from the academe, ICT Industry, and government.

DOTC says to rehabilitate, expand seven Phl airports

Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Terminal 3 (Stock photo)

THE Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) will start rehabilitating and expanding seven airports in the provinces to accommodate the rapid trade and tourism growth in these areas.

UP Diliman holds biodiversity, genomics symposium

The Office of the Vice-President for Academic Affairs is holding its 4th research symposium on June 14, 2012, Thursday, 8am-1pm, at the Auditorium of the National Institute of Physics in the National Science Complex, UP Diliman.

Australian Embassy Press Release: Leading coral scientist hopeful about next-gen Pinoy marine biologists

PROFESSOR Terry Hughes, Australia’s foremost marine biologist on coral ecosystems, said that the marine biology students in the Philippines today may just be the next agents of change to reverse the threats faced by coral reefs, the effects of which impact on all life on Earth.

National Science and Technology Week begins Sunday

Learn about the latest scientific and technological breakthroughs that could impact our lives in the upcoming National Science and Technology Week to be held on July 10-14, 2012 at the SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of Asia.

DOST eyes alternative raw materials for paper bag

Plastic is out, paper is in.  And to the mounting need for paper bags as the best environmental-friendly option, the country’s science agency is looking into more ways to make paper packaging more accessible to all and even provide additional income opportunities to people.

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DOTC says seeks court reversal on traffic fines hike



Road in Pasay City.
Photo by Dennis D. Estopace

The Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC), through the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG), filed a motion at the Baguio City Regional Trial Court to reconsider its decision nullifying LTO Department Order 2008-39 entitled “Revised Schedule of LTO Fines and Penalties for Traffic and Administrative Violations.”