Science roadshow in SOCCSKSARGEN February 16-18

COTABATO CITY, Philippines – With more than a thousand expected attendees and participants, the Science Nation Tour: Agham na Ramdam will run in South Central Mindanao, more popularly known as SOCCSKSARGEN, on Feb. 16-18.

“The Science Nation Tour is a national roadshow aimed at making science felt by the average Filipino people down to the grassroots – to the last mile primarily thru massive promotion and expansion of programs, projects and services of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) throughout the country,” explained the DOST XII regional director, Zenaida Laidan. “Secretary Mario Montejo will lead the cause to showcase DOST developed scientific and technological advancements in the country.”

Laidan said that confirmed attendees and participants include heads and personnel from the industry and private sectors, local government units, national government agencies, as well as officials, faculty and students from academe. Also participating are civil society organizations of various social and economic brackets.

The three-day event, which opens at KCC Convention Center in General Santos City, will feature activities reflecting DOST’s bid to integrate science in efforts toward progress and inclusive growth. – S&T Media Service