DOST-NRCP Meets with CHED Commissioner Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis
The Department of Science and Technology-National Research Council of the Philippines (DOST-NRCP) met with Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis, the commissioner of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), on February 19, 2025 at the CHED Central Office in Diliman, Quezon City.
The two-hour meeting was a productive exchange of ideas focused on how NRCP can advance basic research and policy initiatives. With around 8,000 members, NRCP serves as an advisory body under ACT 4120, and the discussion highlighted its commitment to inclusive programs and services that promote research and innovation.
During the meeting, the NRCP team stressed their dedication to enhancing research and translation efforts, as well as facilitating knowledge sharing across the regions. They discussed how they aim to turn research findings into practical benefits for society, reinforcing their important role in national development.
Dr. Agrupis shared her insights and expressed confidence in the young researchers and scientists and the secretariat from DOST-NRCP. She commended their potential to tackle challenges and contribute significantly to State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) across the country.
Dr. Agrupis is a respected academic leader and former President of Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU). She is a full-fledged professor and experienced researcher who has received several awards, including the William D. Dar Research Leadership Award and the Outstanding Science Administrator Award from the National Academy of Science and Technology.
Dr. Agrupis will also be one of the key discussants at the upcoming NRCP 2025 Annual Scientific Conference and 92nd General Membership Assembly on March 13, 2025, at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City.
The meeting between DOST-NRCP and CHED is a vital step towards strengthening collaboration in research and journal publication, knowledge translation, and education in the Philippines. With leaders like Dr. Agrupis involved, there is hope for a future where research initiatives can thrive and bring real benefits to society. (Glenn Ford B. Tolentino, S&T Media Service)
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