Science and Technology in Philippine Nation Building

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What is the role of science and technology in the Philippine nation building?

Science and technology play a vital role in the development of the Philippines by improving the quality of life, promoting economic growth, and contributing to the overall well-being of its people. They can help address pressing issues like poverty, inequality, and environmental degradation.

What is the name of the Philippines' comprehensive mapping project launched in 2012?

DREAM (Disaster Risk and Exposure Assessment for Mitigation) Project

What are the three pillars of AmBisyon Natin 2040?

  • Sustainability, Security, Prosperity
  • Education, Health, Economy
  • Peace, Unity, Progress
  • Malasakit, Pagbabago, Kaunlaran (correct)

Which program is focused on the food and nutrition security of the country?

<p>SAPAT (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which agency is responsible for preparing the Harmonized National R&D Agenda?

<p>DOST (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of Project NOAH?

<p>PAGASA (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Balik Scientist Program primarily focuses on developing the agricultural and industrial sectors of the Philippines.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The National Integrated Basic Research Agenda consists of five main programs.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Republic Act was passed to provide a framework for intellectual property resulting from government-funded research?

<p>Republic Act 10055 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the irradiated carrageenan fertilizer?

<p>It helps boost the resiliency of rice plants, leading to an increase in rice yield (up to 65%).</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Electric Train Project

A nationwide effort designed to enhance the efficiency of public mass transportation, using electric trains.

National Integrated Basic Research Agenda (NIBRA)

An agenda focused on basic research principles, supporting the Philippine Development Plan, National Security Plan, and the Science for Change Program. This agenda consists of six programs addressing various critical issues.

Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD)

The goal is to strengthen research and development, human resource development, information and technology dissemination, and policy development.

Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS)

This organization is responsible for evaluating and harmonizing the agenda for disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation.

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Republic Act 10055 - The Philippine Technology Transfer Act of 2009

An initiative focusing on the utilization of intellectual property resulting from government-funded research. The goal is to encourage the commercialization of such intellectual property.

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Republic Act 2067 - The Science Act of 1958

An initiative focused on promoting, coordinating, and intensifying scientific and technological research and development.

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Republic Act 2067 - Science Act of 1958

This initiative focuses on providing funds and resources to facilitate research and development in science and technology.

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Balik Scientist Program

This program seeks to attract skilled Filipino experts who are working abroad back to the Philippines to share their knowledge and contribute to the country's development.

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Health Research and Development Agenda

A program focused on researching, diagnosing, discovering and developing drug therapies, functional foods, hospital equipment, and biomedical devices.

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Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research Agenda

The research priorities included in this agenda pertain to crops, livestock, aquaculture, forestry, natural resources, technology transfer, economics, and policy research.

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Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research Agenda

This agenda includes research priorities focusing on food and nutrition security, countryside development, competitive industries, social services, intelligent transportation, renewable energy solutions, and human security.

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Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation Research Agenda

The research priorities of this agenda include observation, monitoring, technology development, risk assessment, hazard communication, technology for management, and policy development.

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Project NOAH

The primary disaster risk reduction program in the Philippines. It aims to develop a comprehensive and accurate early warning system.

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DREAM

A 3D mapping program utilizing the LIDAR system to precisely measure flood elevation and depth. This program is considered one of the most extensive mapping systems in Southeast Asia.

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Department of Science and Technology (DOST)

The lead agency responsible for preparing and guiding the Harmonized R&D Agenda.

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Irradiated Carrageenan Fertilizer Program

A 50-million worth program aimed at improving rice yields by distributing irradiated carrageenan fertilizer to farmers.

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DREAM-LIDAR

A program that uses LIDAR technology for enhanced geohazards mapping.

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CHASSAM

This program aims to mitigate coastal hazards and storm surges.

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Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)

An agency that provides early warning systems crucial for mitigating natural disasters.

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Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD)

This agency is responsible for coordinating all health research efforts in the Philippines.

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Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD)

An organization that promotes research in agriculture, aquaculture, and natural resources.

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FloodNET

This program aims to provide local communities with flood information.

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Enhancing Geohazards Mapping through LIDAR technology

This program is focused on enhancing the accuracy of geohazard mapping using advanced technology.

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Distribution of Hydrometeorological Devices in hard-hit areas in the Philippines (Hydromet)

This program includes the distribution of weather monitoring devices in areas often affected by natural disasters.

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Landslide Sensor Development Project

This program focuses on developing sensor technologies for detecting landslides.

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Local development of Doppler Radar Systems (LaDDeRS)

This program is focused on developing and implementing Doppler Radar Systems locally.

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Weather Hazard Information Project (WHIP)

This program is focused on efficiently communicating weather hazard information to the public.

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