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Which area focuses on the integration of ASEAN awareness in basic education?
Which policy is related to ensuring drug-manufacturing firms meet specific standards?
What is a proposed action for promoting biodiversity in the Biological Sciences area?
Which area includes measures for emphasizing employment opportunities related to degrees and licenses?
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Which action is proposed under the policies for Medical, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical Sciences?
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What is the main aim of Philippine government policies in science and technology?
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Which agency is responsible for reducing disasters related to geotectonic phenomena in the Philippines?
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What is the role of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)?
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Which of the following is an objective of PAGASA?
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What does the Philippine Science High School System emphasize?
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Which of the following describes the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI)?
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The Philippine government policies in science and technology promote which of the following?
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What is a significant factor that Philippine government considers when formulating science and technology strategies?
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What significant agricultural advancement did Ramon Cabanos Barba achieve?
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What was Dr. Josefin Cacas Comiso's primary focus in his research?
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What field did Jose Bejar Cruz Jr. innovate in?
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What contribution did Dr. Lourdes Jansuy Cruz make to biochemistry?
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What is one objective of the Balik Scientist program?
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What is the National Chemistry Instrumentation Center (NCIC) known for?
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Which Act emphasizes the integration and coordination of scientific research in the Philippines?
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What technique did Dr. Rafael Dineros Guerrero III contribute to in aquaculture?
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What is a key focus of the Science and Technology Scholarship Act of 1994?
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Which scientist's work focused on the impacts of global warming on Arctic ice?
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What is the purpose of developing science and technology parks in academic campuses?
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In what year did Dr. Fabian Millar Dayrit establish the NCIC?
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What is one policy outlined in the Provincial Science and Technology Office Act?
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What is the main purpose of the Atomic Energy Regulatory and Liability Act of 1968?
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Which program aims to provide funding for basic research and patents in science and technology?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a project related to science and technology funding?
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Study Notes
Philippine Government Policies in Science and Technology
- Main goals include developing scientific manpower, enhancing national security, and promoting technological innovation.
- Strategies are formulated to achieve these goals, considering technology's nature and development pathways.
Key Government Agencies
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Department of Science and Technology (DOST):
- Coordinates science and technology projects and formulates relevant policies.
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Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS):
- Focuses on disaster reduction related to volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis.
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Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA):
- Provides disaster protection and utilizes scientific knowledge for public safety and national progress.
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Philippine Science High School System (PSHSS):
- Specialized public high school system aimed at enhancing research-oriented education in S&T.
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Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI):
- Manages the safe and peaceful applications of nuclear science and technology.
National Research Council Policies
- Policies clustered into four areas:
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Social Sciences, Humanities, International Policies, Education, and Governance:
- Integrates ASEAN awareness in basic education while enhancing school infrastructure.
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Physics, Engineering, Industrial Research, Earth and Space Sciences, and Mathematics:
- Focuses on degrees, job opportunities, and harnessing S&T as a development driver.
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Medical, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical Sciences:
- Ensures compliance with standards and allocates GDP funds for research.
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Biological Sciences, Agriculture, and Forestry:
- Emphasizes biodiversity protection and the promotion of indigenous knowledge systems.
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Social Sciences, Humanities, International Policies, Education, and Governance:
DOST Programs
- Provides funding for basic research and patent development.
- Offers scholarships in S&T fields for undergraduate and graduate studies.
- Expands the Philippine Science High School System to train future scientists.
- Establishes science and technology parks for academic and industry collaboration.
- Implements the Balik Scientist Program to encourage expatriate scientists to return and contribute.
- Develops the National Science Complex and National Engineering Complex at UP Diliman.
Key Republic Acts Related to Science and Technology
- Republic Act No. 2067 (Science Act of 1958): Integrates and coordinates scientific research for national progress.
- Republic Act No. 7687 (Science and Technology Scholarship Act of 1994): Prioritizes research and S&T education for national development.
- Republic Act No. 11914 (Provincial Science and Technology Office Act): Promotes technology transfer and livelihood enterprises in rural areas.
- Republic Act No. 5207 (Atomic Energy Regulatory Act of 1968): Encourages the peaceful use of atomic energy for national benefit.
Notable Filipino Scientists and Their Contributions
- Ramon Cabanos Barba: Innovated mango horticulture, improving yields threefold.
- Dr. Josefino Cacas Comiso: Focused on climate change and Arctic ice, significantly impacting environmental research.
- Jose Bejar Cruz Jr.: Developed principles in complex systems analysis and multi-agent modeling.
- Dr. Lourdes Jansuy Cruz: Researched conotoxins from marine snails, contributing to neuroscience exploration.
- Dr. Fabian Millar Dayrit: Established the National Chemistry Instrumentation Center, advancing chemistry in the Philippines.
- Dr. Rafael Dinero Guerrero III: Developed techniques for breeding high-yield tilapia.
These policies and scientific contributions underscore the Philippine government's commitment to advancing science and technology as essential tools for national development and progress.
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This quiz explores the main government policies in the Philippines focused on science and technology. It covers various aspects including the development of scientific manpower, enhancement of national security, and the promotion of technological innovation for economic growth. Test your knowledge and understanding of these important policies.
