Finals Part 2 Flashcards
(27 cards)
What are the 9 laws and policies in the Philippines related to science and technology?
- Republic Act No. 2067 (Science Act of 1958)
- Executive Order No. 128 (1987)
- Republic Act No. 8439 (Magna Carta for S&T Personnel, 1997)
- Republic Act No. 10055 (Philippine - Technology Transfer Act of 2009)
- Republic Act No. 11035 (Balik Scientist Act of 2018)
- Republic Act No. 11293 (Philippine Innovation Act, 2019)
- Republic Act No. 11337 (Innovative Startup Act, 2019)
- Republic Act No. 10612 (Fast-Tracked S&T Scholarship Act of 2013)
This law was created to emphasize the role of science and technology in national development and to organize scientific efforts for the country’s progress. It led to the creation of the National Science Development Board (NSDB) to coordinate all scientific and technological research.
Republic Act No. 2067 (Science Act of 1958)
This executive order reorganized the National Science and Technology Authority (NSTA) into the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), giving it cabinet-level status. Its main goal was to centralize and strengthen the leadership of science and technology initiatives in the country. The reorganization aimed to enhance the DOST’s capacity to plan, fund, and implement R&D programs.
Executive Order No. 128 (1987)
This law was enacted to improve the working conditions and professional development of scientists, engineers, and other S&T personnel in government service. It provides special allowances, hazard pay, and incentives to encourage retention and prevent brain drain.
Republic Act No. 8439 (Magna Carta for S&T Personnel, 1997)
The act governs how outputs from publicly funded research are managed, owned, and commercialized. It ensures that research institutions and inventors benefit from their innovations while protecting public interest.
Republic Act No. 10055 (Philippine Technology Transfer Act of 2009)
This law institutionalizes the Balik Scientist Program, which encourages Filipino scientists based abroad to return and contribute to local development. It offers financial and logistical support for returning experts, such as tax exemptions, travel allowances, and research grants. The goal is to address the shortage of high-level scientific expertise in the country
Republic Act No. 11035 (Balik Scientist Act of 2018)
This law promotes a national culture of innovation as a key driver of inclusive development and global competitiveness. It establishes the National Innovation Council (NIC), which sets the direction and priorities for innovation policy.
Republic Act No. 11293 (Philippine Innovation Act, 2019)
This law promotes the growth of innovative startups, especially those involved in science, technology, and digital solutions. It creates a favorable regulatory and funding environment through startup visas, grants, and tax incentives.
Republic Act No. 11337 (Innovative Startup Act, 2019)
The law addresses the shortage of qualified science and mathematics teachers in secondary schools. It provides scholarships to college students pursuing S&T courses in exchange for teaching service in public high schools.
Republic Act No. 10612 (Fast-Tracked S&T Scholarship Act of 2013)
8 Cabinets in the government in line with STS
- Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
- Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)
- Department of Health (DOH)
- Department of Education (DepEd) & Commission on Higher Education (CHED)
- Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
- Department of Agriculture (DA)
- Department of Energy (DOE)
- National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)
Primary STS Role: Lead agency for scientific research, technological advancement, and innovation.
Key Functions: Develop and implement scientific policies and programs. Promote STEM education and R&D. Support local inventions and industry competitiveness.
Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
Primary STS Role: Oversees digital transformation and ICT infrastructure.
Key Functions: Expand internet access and cybersecurity. Promote digital literacy and inclusion. Regulate emerging technologies like AI and data governance.
Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)
STS Relevance: Applies science and technology in public health policy, medical research, and disease control.
Key Functions: Implement health technologies and telemedicine. Guide vaccination and epidemiological studies. Collaborate with biotech and pharmaceutical sectors.
Department of Health (DOH)
STS Relevance: Shape how science and technology are taught and perceived.
Key Functions: Develop curricula that emphasize scientific literacy. Support science high schools and tertiary research institutions. Promote inclusive and critical approaches to technology in education
Department of Education (DepEd) & Commission on Higher Education (CHED)
STS Relevance: Uses science to address environmental issues and promote sustainability.
Key Functions: Conduct environmental impact assessments. Support climate science and disaster risk reduction. Regulate technologies affecting natural resources.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
STS Relevance: Applies biotechnology and research in farming and food security.
Key Functions: Promote agricultural modernization. Fund research on crop resilience and food technologies. Support sustainable and climate-smart agriculture.
Department of Agriculture (DA)
STS Relevance: Implements energy policies grounded in science and tech.
Key Functions: Encourage the development of renewable energy. Support energy efficiency and technological innovation. Address climate change through clean energy solutions
Department of Energy (DOE)
STS Relevance: Integrates science, tech, and innovation into national development planning. Key Functions: Promote inclusive innovation policies. Evaluate long-term societal impacts of science and technology investments. Align national goals with global tech trends.
National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)
7 Major in Inventions of Filipinos that helped the world
clue: E, VP/VCS, MI, S-C G C, Y and ACR
- Erythromycin (Iloilo Antibiotic Formula)
- Video Phone/Video Conferencing System
- Medical Incubator
- Single-Chip Graphical Calculator
- Yoyo
- Artificial Coral Reefs
Dr. Abelardo Aguilar Dr. Aguilar, a Filipino scientist, discovered __________ from a soil sample in Iloilo in the 1940s. It was later developed and commercialized by Eli Lilly as Ilosone. ___________ became a crucial alternative for people allergic to penicillin and is now used worldwide as a broad-spectrum antibiotic. This discovery significantly advanced infectious disease treatment globally.
Erythromycin (Iloilo Antibiotic Formula)
Gregorio Zara Filipino physicist and engineer Gregorio Zara invented a two-way video telephone in 1955. Although similar technologies existed later, Zara’s invention was ahead of its time and laid conceptual groundwork for modern video conferencing tools like Zoom, FaceTime, and Skype—tools now essential for global communication.
Video Phone/Video Conferencing System
Diosdado Banatao Filipino engineer Diosdado Banatao developed the first _____-_____- graphical user interface accelerator and pioneered the first 10-Mbit Ethernet CMOS with silicon coupler data link. His innovations contributed to the evolution of modern computing and internet technologies, benefiting the global tech industry.
Single-Chip Graphical Calculator
Fe del Mundo Dr. Fe del Mundo, a pioneering pediatrician, invented a low-cost ______ ________ made from indigenous and recycled materials for use in rural communities. Her design made neonatal care more accessible in underdeveloped areas and inspired similar low-cost healthcare innovations globally.
Medical Incubator
Aisa Mijeno Aisa Mijeno invented the _____ ______, which runs on saltwater and can generate light for up to 8 hours. This innovation provides an affordable and sustainable lighting solution for off-grid communities, especially in developing countries, and gained international attention for its humanitarian impact.
SALT Lamp (Sustainable Alternative Lighting)
