DOST Davao Region

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Davao Region successfully presented its CY 2024–2025 accomplishments and milestones during the Performance Review spearheaded by the Office of the Undersecretary for Regional Operations, under the leadership of Usec. Engr. Sancho A. Mabborang.

Led by Regional Director Dr. Anthony C. Sales, PFT, CESO III, the review highlighted DOST Davao Region’s continuing journey in empowering communities through science, technology, and innovation-driven interventions. From advancing agricultural technologies, to supporting local industries, research and development, and community-centered innovation, the region showcased how STI continues to create meaningful impact for the people of Davao Region.

Undersecretary Mabborang commended the efforts of the region, recognizing DOST Davao Region as a long-standing role model across various areas and a significant contributor to the accomplishments of the department—not only within the region, but throughout the entire country.

He further highlighted that the true essence of a performance review is not only to assess accomplishments, but to better understand opportunities, identify gaps, and create responsive STI interventions that directly benefit communities.

The review also underscored the importance of strong collaboration among stakeholders, partners, local government units, academic institutions, and communities in creating inclusive and sustainable progress through science and technology.

As DOST Davao Region continues to move forward, it remains committed to bringing “Agham na Ramdam” closer to every community — ensuring that innovation becomes more accessible, relevant, and transformative for all.

✨𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆!

Visit the DOST Davao Region Halal S&T Program at the Philippine Halal Trade and Tourism Expo 2026!

The DOST Davao Region Halal Section is excited to participate in the Philippine Halal Trade and Tourism Expo happening on June 3–5, 2026, at SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang, Davao City.

Drop by our booth and discover the services, programs, and initiatives that DOST Davao Region offers to support businesses, entrepreneurs, researchers, and stakeholders in the growing Halal industry. Our team will be happy to answer your questions and share opportunities for Halal certification support, Halal trainings, laboratory testing, and more!

Join us as we promote innovation and strengthen the Halal ecosystem in the region!

See you there!

𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆! 🔎

We are looking for applicants who are graduates of Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or any related course to fill one (1) Project Technical Aide VI (STARBOOKS Deployment Staff) position at Sentro Mindanaw, Bago Oshiro.

📌 Deadline for application is until June 15, 2026 only.

How to Apply: Submit your application via our Recruitment and Selection Information System (ReSIS):
👉 https://recruitment.dostdavao.ph/

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🌐 https://region11.dost.gov.ph/transparency/opportunities

𝘽𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙋𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨, 𝙎𝙖𝙛𝙚𝙧 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨:
𝘿𝙊𝙎𝙏, 𝘿𝙎𝙒𝘿-𝙀𝙋𝘼𝙃𝙋 𝙓𝙄 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙚 𝙎𝙖𝙛𝙚𝙧 𝙁𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙏𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙘𝙂𝙈𝙋 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙎𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙧

Don Marcelino, Davao Occidental – Strengthening food safety practices and improving the quality of food preparation among community organizations took center stage as the Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) Awareness Seminar was successfully conducted in Sitio Kimonsol, Brgy. Nueva Villa, Don Marcelino, Davao Occidental.
The activity brought together members of the Kimonsol Vegetable Farmers Association (KVFA) through a collaborative effort between the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Davao Occidental and the Department of Social Welfare and Development – Enhanced Partnership Against Hunger and Poverty (DSWD-EPAHP) XI.

𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆! 🔎

The National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) is looking for qualified applicants to fill one (1) Project Technical Specialist I (Contract of Service) under the Technical Capacity Development Section of the Research and Development Management Division.

📅 Application period: June 1–8, 2026 only.

📩 Submit your application through the NRCP Recruitment Portal:
https://recruitment.nrcp.dost.gov.ph/

𝑮𝑹𝑰𝑵𝑫 𝑺𝒖𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚
𝑻𝑯𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑫𝑺 𝑶𝑭 𝑶𝑷𝑷𝑶𝑹𝑻𝑼𝑵𝑰𝑻𝒀: 𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝒂 𝑩𝒍𝒂𝒂𝒏 𝑻𝒓𝒊𝒃𝒂𝒍 𝑫𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑶𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒅 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑫𝒐𝒐𝒓𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑰𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒐𝒖𝒔 𝑾𝒆𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑴𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒐

In every thread woven by the Blaan community of Matanao, Davao del Sur lies a story of identity, heritage, and pride. More than a traditional attire, the Blaan tribal dress symbolizes the community's ancestral roots, cultural recognition, and enduring legacy passed from one generation to another.
Recognizing the importance of preserving this endangered craft, the Department of Science and Technology Davao Region (DOST Davao Region), through the Grassroots Innovation for Inclusive Development (GRIND) Program, conducted a SalikLakbay Solutions Mapping activity in Matanao, where community-developed innovations are identified and documented. Through community immersion and consultations, the Blaan tribal dress was identified as a grassroots innovation under the category of Endangered Crafts—a community-developed innovation that embodies indigenous knowledge, creativity, and cultural identity.

To support and sustain this innovation, DOST Davao Region provided a handloom weaving machine in 2022 as part of its leveraging interventions. The technology was intended to help the community improve weaving efficiency, increase production, and ensure that the craft continues to thrive for future generations.

However, technology alone was not enough. To maximize the use of the equipment and transfer weaving knowledge to more members of the community, a Handloom Weaving Training was conducted in 2023 for Indigenous Peoples (IP) women in Matanao. Leading the training were Ms. Melissa Gulaya and Ms. Jenita Kaman, experienced weavers of the community who are employed at the Tribal Training Center and Display Center under the leadership of Municipal Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (IPMR), Bae Maria Pacita B. Dela Victoria.

Known for their expertise in handloom weaving, dressmaking, and beadwork for Blaan tribal attire, they became part of the 𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀 and have served as mentors to fellow IP women, sharing traditional weaving techniques and inspiring a new generation of artisans to embrace and preserve their cultural heritage.
Their dedication did not go unnoticed.

In 2025, DOST Davao Region identified and nominated Ms. Melissa and Ms. Jenita to participate in the National Certificate II (NC II) in Upright Handloom Weaving Assessment Support Program conducted by the DOST–Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI) in partnership with TESDA at the Philippine Handloom Weaving Center in Taguig City. The program gathered weavers from different regions of the country and provided them with an opportunity to demonstrate their competencies against national standards for handloom weaving. The initiative forms part of PTRI's efforts to professionalize and strengthen the Philippine handloom weaving industry while preserving traditional textile heritage.

Representing the Indigenous Peoples of Davao del Sur, Melissa and Jenita successfully earned their NC II in Upright Handloom Weaving, becoming among the first recognized weavers from the province to achieve this national certification. Their accomplishment validated years of experience, dedication, and craftsmanship while showcasing the quality and potential of indigenous weaving traditions on a national platform.
The certification also created opportunities to expand linkages within the Philippine textile sector. Participation in the Philippine Handloom Weaving Festival during NSTW 2025 in Laoag City provided a platform to showcase Blaan weaving traditions alongside weaving communities from across the country, fostering knowledge exchange, market exposure, and collaboration while promoting the role of science, technology, and innovation in preserving the nation’s rich textile heritage.

From a single grassroots innovation identified through SalikLakbay, the journey of Ms. Melissa and Ms. Jenita demonstrates how community knowledge, when supported by science, technology, and innovation, can create meaningful opportunities. What began as an effort to preserve a traditional Blaan tribal dress evolved into a pathway for skills development, national recognition, cultural promotion, and community empowerment.

Today, every woven fabric they create carries more than intricate patterns—it carries the story of a community determined to preserve its heritage, the pride of indigenous craftsmanship, and the promise that innovation rooted in culture can transform lives and communities.

Creating Flavorful Dishes with Queen Pineapple Marinade🍍🍖🐟

DOST Davao Region is looking for technology adopters for the Queen Pineapple (QP) Multi-Use Marinade!

This innovation blends pure Queen Pineapple extract with aromatic herbs and spices to transform meat, fish, and shrimps into delicious and healthy meals. The bromelain enzyme in the crude extract naturally tenderizes meat, while the balanced ingredients enhance flavor and preserve its natural richness.

By adopting this technology, food producers and households can enjoy a versatile marinade that elevates culinary experiences, promotes healthier meals, and supports local agriculture. The Queen Pineapple Marinade offers a sustainable, high-quality solution that strengthens local industries and opens opportunities for commercialization in domestic and global markets.

Queen Pineapple Marinade empowers the food sector to deliver authentic, nutritious, and competitive products that delight consumers worldwide. 🌍🍍✨

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆?
✅ Natural tenderizing effect from bromelain
✅ Enhances flavor and preserves meat quality
✅ Versatile use for meat, fish, and shrimps
✅ Promotes healthy, sustainable food innovation
✅ Strengthens local agriculture and industry

Interested? 📩
Submit your Letter of Intent to:
𝗗𝗿. 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗻𝘆 𝗖. 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀, 𝗣𝗙𝗧, 𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗢 𝗜𝗜𝗜
Regional Director, DOST Davao Region
Dumanlas‑Friendship Roads, SPMC Compound, Bajada, Davao City
For inquiries, contact [email protected] or call (082) 227‑1313.
𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿! 🌟

🎉 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀!

Congratulations to the students from across the Davao Region who successfully qualified for the 2026 DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarship Program. Your achievement reflects not only your hard work and perseverance but also the region’s growing strength in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

As you begin this new chapter as DOST scholars, may you continue to pursue excellence, push the boundaries of knowledge, and use your talents to create meaningful impact for your communities and the nation. We are proud to welcome you to the DOST Davao Region Scholar Family! 💙✨

𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆! 🔎

We are looking for applicants who are graduates of any Science, Engineering, or Mathematics degree Courses to fill one (1) Project Technical Assistant III (GRIND Staff) position at the Sentro Mindanaw, Bago Oshiro

📌Deadline for application is until June 12, 2026 only.

How to Apply: Submit your application via our Recruitment and Selection Information System (ReSIS):
👉 https://recruitment.dostdavao.ph/

Stay updated on job opportunities—Like and follow our page! You can also check our website: 🌐 https://region11.dost.gov.ph/transparency/opportunities