Daniel Anthony T.

Zaragoza
History
 The DOST was formed as the National Science
Development Board in June 13, 1958, during the
administration of President Carlos P. Garcia. The Science
body was formed as a result of a law passed in the
Congress upon the recommendation of Dr. Frank Co Tui,
who was tasked by Garcia to conduct a survey regarding
the state of science and technology in the country. It was
reorganized as the National Science and Technology
Authority (NSTA) in March 17,1981 and was given
broader policy making and program in implementing
functions.
 In January 30,1987 during the administration of
President Corazon Aquino. The NSTA was elevated to
cabinet-level status with the signing of Executive
Order 128, and was renamed as the Department of
Science and Technology.
Mission
 We provide accurate, relevant, and timely Science,
Technology, and Innovation information through resource
sharing and efficient delivery systems;
 We promote public awareness, understanding, and
appreciation of Science, Technology, and Innovation in
national development; and
 We capacitate our key stakeholders as partners and
advocates in building a Science, Technology, and Innovation
culture.
Vision
 We are the leading agency and the authority in Science,
Technology, and Innovation information geared towards
building a culture of STI to accelerate the nation's socio-
economic development.
Function
 1. Formulate and adopt a comprehensive National
Science and Technology Plan, and monitor and
coordinate its funding and implementation.
 2. Promote, assist and, where appropriate, undertake
scientific and technological research and development in
areas identified as vital to the country's development.
 3. Promote the development of indigenous technology
and the adaptation and innovation of suitable imported
technology, and in this regard, undertake technology
development up to commercial stage.
Function
 4. Undertake design and engineering works to
complement research and development functions.
 5. Promote, assist and, where appropriate, undertake the
transfer of the results of scientific and technological
research and development to their end-users.
 6. Promote, assist and, where appropriate, undertake the
technological services needed by agriculture, industry,
transport, and the general public.
Function
 7. Develop and maintain an information system and
databank on science and technology.
 8. Develop and implement programs for strengthening
scientific and technological capabilities through
manpower training, infrastructure and institution-
building.
 9. Promote public consciousness in science and
technology. and
Function
 10. Undertake policy research, technology assessment,
feasibility and technical studies
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Reference
 http://www.stii.dost.gov.ph/transparency/about-
us/mission-and-vision
 http://www.dost.gov.ph/10-transparency/about-
dost/5-functions-and-policy-directions.html