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Local technology in Philippine textiles takes the spotlightasthe Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI) of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) unveils the latest in textile innovation using indigenous or neo-ethnic materials at the 2013 Neo-Ethnic Philippine Textiles Conferenceon June 11, 2013 at the Heritage Hotel in Manila.

The event, which aims to confront current issues relevant to local textile production such as sustainability and longevity, takes its cue from industry stakeholders and advocates of native fabrics who are giving the textile industry a second look, thereby giving it a much needed push to make a dent in the global market.

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The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), thru DOST-MIMAROPA Regional Director Dr. Josefina P. Abilay and Assistant Secretary Raymund E. Liboro, concurrent director of the DOST’s Science and Technology Information Institute (STII),inked memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with officials of Oriental Mindoro for the Hydromet Project, a component of Project NOAH  or Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards.

The ceremonial MOA signing took place last April 16, 2013 in conjunction with the opening ceremony of the 2nd Regional Contest and Exhibits – MIMAROPA held at the Filipiniana Hotel in Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro.

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FutureGov, Asia’s longest running and multi-awarded magazine for government, healthcare and education, recognized the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)’s two banner projects for their contributions in driving the country towards sustainable development.

Said two projects, the Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards (NOAH) and TV White Spaces Technology, gained FutureGov’s nod along with eight other top picks for “helping push the successful modernization in government, education and healthcare organizations in Asia-Pacific region.”