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JOINT CALL FOR SUBMISSION OF 2017 MECO-TECO PROJECT PROPOSALS

The Manila Economic and Cultural Office - Taipei Economic Cultural Office (MECO-TECO) and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) are accepting project proposals in any of the following identified priority areas for implementation:

Water Resource Management
Omics for Personalized Medicine
Marine Resources

The modes of cooperation include joint research / study, exchange of scientists / technical experts, capacity building, scientific and technical access to facilities, provision of professional services, organization of scientific conferences, symposia, training courses, workshops, exhibitions, and the Sandwich Scholarship Program (SSP).

Interested parties are advised to coordinate with a prospective counterpart or collaborator in Taiwan to craft their proposals. The Filipino researcher must submit the proposal to DOST while the Taiwanese counterpart will submit the same to the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST, formerly National Science Council) in Taiwan for separate review and evaluation. Only projects approved by both DOST and MOST will be implemented under this cooperation scheme.

Proposals must be submitted on or before 30 April 2017 to the International Technology Cooperation Unit (ITCU), 3rd Floor, DOST main Bldg., Gen. Santos Avenue, Bicutan, Taguig City or email them at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. The Necessary forms may be downloaded at www.dost.gov.ph

For more information, please call (062) 991-1024 and look for John Apolinario or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/DOSTRegion9 (Bon Padayhag, DOST IX Press Release)

DOST-IX to conduct Series of Orientation to 2016 DOST-SEI Junior Level Science Scholarship (JLSS) Qualifiers

The Department of Science and Technology IX (DOST IX) calls all DOST-SEI Junior Level Science Scholarship (JLSS) Qualifiers of the recently concluded examination taken last October 16, 2016 to attend the orientation and agreement signing sessions scheduled below:

ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE: 06 February 2017 Venue: To be Announced

1. ARNADO, Aldin Miraflor, Andres Bonifacio College
2. EDOMBINGO, Jones Balbido, Andres Bonifacio College
3. ICAO, Jocel Endrina, Jose Rizal Memorial State University
4. PARTOSA, Rayman Davad, Jose Rizal Memorial State University - Katipunan Campus

ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY: 06 February 2017 Venue: To be Announced

1. ALSREE, Euneza Balindres, Western Mindanao State University-Ipil
2. BALIDIO, Clarence Western, Mindanao State University-Ipil
3. EMANEL, Hasmine Caldina, Western Mindanao State University-Ipil
4. PANISTANTE, Ryle Cudal, Western Mindanao State University-Ipil
5. SCHUCK, Jhoannah Tiu, Western Mindanao State University-Ipil
6. TATOY, Roselito Dayna, Western Mindanao State University-Ipil

ZAMBOANGA CITY: 06 February 2017 Venue: Diamond Room, Grand Astoria Hotel

1. ALAMA, Jhon Paul Buagas, Western Mindanao State University
2. BERDON, Joaquin Bautista Jr., Western Mindanao State University
3. BUYONG, Arman Tialan Jr., Western Mindanao State University
4. CONCEPCION, Gerr Land Lim, Western Mindanao State University
5. GAPO, Judelyn Joy Pajaganas,Western Mindanao State University
6. GARUPA, Pearl Eden Escarpe, Western Mindanao State University
7. LAGAYAN, Christ`L Lianne Badlis, Western Mindanao State University
8. LAZARO, Lucy Jean Baculpo, Western Mindanao State University
9. MARTINEZ, Terry Mark Ho, Western Mindanao State University
10. MISTUL, Farhan Abdulaup, Western Mindanao State University
11. MUNDO, Leizel Flores, Western Mindanao State University
12. RIM, Jeneva Erederos, Western Mindanao State University
13. ROQUE, Sheila Marie Buhian, Western Mindanao State University
14. SALADAGA, Aldrin Kenneth Aquino, Western Mindanao State University
15. SARAPUDDIN, Hulsen Tangkian, Western Mindanao State University
16. USOP, Saudah Saidamen, Western Mindanao State University
17. VELASCO, Noli Adalric Fernandez, Western Mindanao State University

The following qualifiers are requested to attend the orientation and agreement signing at their respective enrolled college / university:

1. BONGALES, Jay Trabasas, Mindanao State University-IIT
2. BONGCAWEL, Rizalyn Sumile, Mindanao State University-IIT
3. DULLER, Michelle Nassail, Mindanao State University-IIT
4. DUMANDAN, Rhey Erickson Bayawa, Mindanao State University-IIT
5. RAMONES, Weizmann Chaim Lacharon, Mindanao State University-IIT
6. RAMOS, Kate Anne Montallana, Mindanao State University-IIT
7. TABUADA, Efren Masicampo, Mindanao State University-IIT
8. TIMTIM, Danica Tacmo, Mindanao State University-IIT
9. ZAMORAS, Given Millante, Mindanao State University-IIT
10. BATERNA, Marie Cris Pausanos, Mindanao State University-Marawi City
11. TUBONGBANUA, Jeremiah Andag, Negros Oriental State University
12. OSILAO, Christian Rey Majellano, University of Saint La Salle
13. SANTILLAN, Sram J Isle Labajo, University of the Philippines-Cebu
14. VALLECER, Kent Alexis Raterta, University of the Philippines -Cebu
15. NARCISO, Gilson Andre Morata, University of the Philippines -Diliman
16. CALUNSAG, Creshielle Jenikka Bolasco, University of the Philippines -Los Banos
17. GARCIA, Jainor Timothy Uchida, University of the Philippines -Los Banos
18. MACUTE,Petreyna Grace Patangan, University of the Philippines -Los Banos
19. FARRALES, Ralph Adrian Espiritusanto, University of the Philippines -Manila
20. BENIGA, Kristelle Canas, University of the Philippines -Visayas
21. MONG, Joanna Mae Cristobas, University of the Philippines -Visayas
22. LOPEZ, Chayl Jhuren Fernandez, Xavier University-Ateneo De Cagayan

The qualifiers are requested to bring all of the following requirements during the orientation and agreement signing:

Photocopy and original copy of 2 valid ID cards (front and back)
1 pc. 2” X 2” and 2 pcs. 1” X 1” colored picture (with white background wearing semi-formal attire)
2017 Community Tax Certificate or current passport of Parent/Legal Guardian
Notarized affidavit of guardianship or special power of attorney (if accompanied by legal guardian)
Notarization Fee of P 100.00
Blue ball pen
Clear photocopy of Certificate of Enrolment / Registration for the Second Semester. Note: Must be in good academic standing prior to signing of SA

Qualifiers are advised to report with one of your parents or a legal guardian.

For more information, please call (062) 991-1024 or text 0917 705 4686 and look for Mary Grace Antonio or us email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/DOSTRegion9 (Bon Padayhag, DOST IX Press Release)