DOST-NRCP to gather experts and members at the 2025 Scientific Conference and General Assembly

The Department of Science and Technology-National Research Council of the Philippines (DOST-NRCP) will bring together leading scientists, policymakers, and industry leaders for its 2025 Annual Scientific Conference (ASC) and 92nd General Membership Assembly on March 13, 2025, at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Pasay City.

This year’s theme, “Empowering a Sustainable Future: Science, Technology, Social Innovation, and Human Capital in Global Challenges,” underscores the critical role of interdisciplinary research, innovation, and human capital development in addressing national and global challenges.

The conference will feature a keynote message on Challenges and Opportunities in the Philippine Education System vis-à-vis Human Capital Development. Distinguished panelists from education, research, public policy, and industry will discuss strategies for integrating science, technology, and human capital development into national and global solutions.

• Education Sector: Dr. J. Prospero “Popoy” E. de Vera III, Chairperson, Commission on Higher Education
• Research and Development Sector: Dr. Leah J. Buendia, DOST Undersecretary for Research and Development
• Public Policy Sector: Dr. Arsenio M. Balisacan, Secretary, National Economic and Development Authority
• Industry Sector: Consul Enunina V. Mangio, President, Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The conference is an annual gathering of the country’s scientists, researchers, experts, and artists, providing a platform for intellectual exchange and collaboration across various disciplines. More than 1,400 members have already registered for this year’s conference. The NRCP expects nearly twice the attendance of last year—a promising sign of a more robust and active membership.

Recognizing Excellence in Science and Innovation

The program also includes the presentation of the 2024 NRCP Achievement awardees and NRCP Service awardees. The NRCP Achievement Award is given to Regular Members in recognition of their outstanding contributions while the Service Award is given to outgoing members of the NRCP Governing Board and members of the NRCP Staff, for their inspiring leadership and/or dedicated service to the Council.

Winners of the Scientific Poster Competition will also be announced during the event.

In addition, the conference will celebrate milestones and new developments in the NRCP Research Journal, reflecting its contributions to advancing Philippine scientific literature.

Strengthening the NRCP Community

The program will culminate with organizational highlights, including the general membership assembly and business meeting, the oath-taking of associate and regular members, and the induction of newly elected governing board members.