NRDC 2019: Creating a hub for invention and technology commercialization

The Department of Science and Technology
DOST held April 3, 2019 the 4th National Research and Development Conference NRDC2019 at the Philippine International Convention Center ( PICC ), CCP Complex in Pasay City. The theme of the NRDC 2019 is:
" Harmonized R&D Towards Accelerated Growth and Prosperity . "  The event showcased the significant research and development efforts of government agencies in health, agriculture, industry, disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation and basic research by Filipino scientists and engineers.

NRDC 2019 aims to bring to the public the products/results of R&D funded by all the government funding agencies such as Commission on Higher Education ( CHED ),
Department of Agriculture ( DA ), Department of Environment and Natural Resources ( DENR ), Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT), Department of National Defense (DND), Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Health (DOH), and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and DOST. The event highlighted the importance of technology transfer to ensure that research and development results would contribute to social and economic development.

" I am very pleased that the other government funding agencies have joined us in organizing this event," said DOST Secretary Fortunato de la Pena. " Banking on the goals of AmbisyonNatin 2040, the NRDC 2019, clearly signifies the willingness and readiness of those of us in the government to work together in stimulating the country's
progress and accelerating development. We also recognize the support of our partners from the academe and private sector in pursuing this worthwhile endeavor."

Through the NRDC, the research and development efforts of government institutions in collaboration with universities and research and development institutions are given the opportunity to convene and harmonize their shared objectives to ensure effective implementation and maximize benefit to the Filipino people.

The Awesome Life: Light Network

Expect an awesome-filled dynamic magazine-type of feature show on your TV screen soon!

Coming up is a one-hour motivational and lifestyle-business talk show, “The Awesome Life – Live Life to the Fullest”, hosted by motivational speaker and life coach Al Ian Barcelona (AIB) and co-hosted by Ptr. Jun Sibanico of KLM (Kingdom Living Ministry). 

On its pilot episode, the discussion revolves around new beginnings and living a successful life not just in business but in life as a whole. Mr. Awesome Al Ian Barcelona (AIB) begins with his “Awesome Thoughts” and gave some tips on how to begin one’s journey. To explore other areas of life’s new beginnings, Co-host Pastor Jun Sibanico joins in and shares about the KLM (Kingdom Living Ministry) and its humble beginnings. Not just that, the show also features success stories of awesome individuals such as Coach Reuben Lanot and Visual communication and inspirational speaker, Rock Cleo, as well as AIB and his team’s “3Ts” which stands for Talks, Travels, and Trainings.

Overall, “The Awesome Life” is divided into four major segments explores the meaning of LIFE: L- Learn, I-Inspire,be F-Financially ready, and E – Empower this generation. It aims to inspire, influence and impact its audience by discussing and featuring stories of people, events, and social-business trends in all walks and interest of life.

The program will air every Tuesday, (7-8 pm) at Light TV- God’s Channel of Blessings and every Wednesday (12mn-1 am) and Saturday (7-8am) at GMA News TV.

Note: pilipinason-line.blogspot is one of the partner bloggers of Light TV, God's Channel of Blessings (formerly Light Network).

Binagbag: The biggest music and arts festival in Subic

On April 27, 2019 inside Zoobic Safari in Subic, Zambales comes Binagbag, the biggest music and arts festival in Subic with Franco and more local and hottest bands right now.

Zoomanity Group, The organiser is expecting more than 2000 attendees to join the festivities that will start at 5AM, guests can also enjoy the whole 50 hectares theme park facility which is dubbed as the only Tiger Safari in the Philippines with more than 50 tigers and more than 200 species.

The event is for the benefit of the Aetas in Subic. For their livelihood and to help the indigent Aetas children. Zoomanity Group is the leading theme park management in the Philippines that’s composed of Zoobic Safari in Subic, Zoocobia in Clark Pampanga, Paradizoo in Mendez Cavite, Zoocolate Thrills in Bohol and Zoori inside Residence Inn Tagaytay.

For sponsorship and more details; Tag Media Group-09778978877/ 022193503

dS.dianastalder - Franchise Beauty and WELLNESS NOW

Diana Stalder by Dermaline offers franchise to investors looking for the right business opportunnity. In cooperation with Franchise Asia Philippines 2019 at Smx Convention Center at Pasay City slated March 29 to 31. One can find DS. Diana Stalder at Hall 1 booth number 136, friendly and efficient staff can assists client's inquiries on how to become a franchisee or Reseller for as low as 25 thousand pesos.

It is a leading authority on skincare and beauty with some of the most advanced aesthetic treatments and products. It offers a variety of skincare treatment for every skin type administered by an expert team of dermatologist and therapists.

The products are mostly supplied by a sister company Stalder Laboratories, an FDA approved, Halal certified, CCIP member - Chamber of Cosmetics Industry of the Philippines, Inc., BABTAC - British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology.

It has a DS. Cafe  DianaStalder which is serving " Healthy Greens " from their own Organic Farm. Implementing a holistic approach to healthy eating by innovatively integrating the science of dietary nourishment to guarantee better outcome.

DS.Dianastalder encompasses FACE - BODY -
SKIN CARE - CAFE. Those looking for investment and operate their own business check out www.dianastalder.com.
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Contact No. +63 922-8699717

Child Evangelism Fellowship NCR South Launches Run for the Little Ones

 

 On April 6, 2019, child evangelism Fellowship NCR South will be hosting a special event called " Run for the Little Ones " to be held at SM by the Bay, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City.

The Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) is an international non-profit organization for children now present and operating in over 190 countries all over the world. It was founded by Rev.Jesse Irvin Overholtzer in the USA in 1937. Its ministry in the Philippines began in 1952. Now, with over 50 chapters nationwide, CEF is considered the largest and most extensive missionary outreach for children in our country.

The Ministry of CEF NCR South, covering cities of Pasay, Paranaque, Las Pinas, Muntinlupa, Bacoor, Cavite and San Pedro and Binan Laguna, now reaching 100,000 children weekly through its Good News Club and Elemenraty and High School Values Education Classes in partnership with some 150 local churches, DepEd and LGUs. We also conduct Five-day Daily Vacation Bible School for children in remote areas.  The main goal is to teach children to be Bible-based in their beliefs & practices, God- fearing and be a blessing to their respective families & communities by becoming good & discipline citizens of our country.


Run for the Little Ones will help raise awareness on vital role of family and community in the upbringing of children. Also through this Run, the amount that will be raise will go to the construction of CEF NRC Children Center, which will be used for the training of the hundreds of volunteers, production of free materials & regular site for Childrens Camp.

In partnership and sponsored by Harvester's Sunnywood, Smart Communications, Inc. Pocari, Prime98 Gold ,Air 21 and People's Volunteer Against Illegal Drug ( PVAID ), this event is a one day activity that consists of Fun Run with distance of 1KM, 3KM and 5KM. Individual can run either with their family, friends and with their pet if they so desire.Simultaneous with this event is art activity and other kids' activities.

Microsoft Launches AI Business School - New platform to educate business leaders on AI strategy, culture and responsibility.

REDMOND, WASHINGTON - Microsoft has introduced a new platform on AI education called the AI Business School, a free, on-demand, online course borne out of three years of conversations with leading AI adopters and customers across the globe.

The launch follows the release of the results of a survey conducted among business leaders in the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific, which measured AI's impact on markets, organizations, and jobs.

" The AI Business School is a step towards helping more organizations understand AI, whilr also preparing or accelerating them towards adoption. We envision this platform to equip business leaders with knowledge gained from AI adopters in different industries across the globe, each with their own challenges which we hope others can identify with," said Microsoft Philippines Chief Operations Officer Christian Lim.

Microsoft focused on four core areas for the school: strategy, culture, technology basics, and responsible AI. These are imparted through a master class series of case studies and instructional videos, with additional tools evaluating a business's maturity for AI
adoption. According to Lim, the AI Business School ultimately wants to communicate  AI's business value, guide business leaders on defining their AI strategy, and help executives create AI governance models to ensure positive impact.

In Microsoft and International Data Corporation's ( IDC ) recent study, Future Ready Business: Assessing Asia Pacific's Growth Potential Through AI, it was found that Artificial Intelligence ( AI ) will allow the rate of innovation of Filipino companies to increase by 1.7 times, and nearly double employee productivity gains. The study also established that 74% of Filipino business leaders and workers view AI's impact on jobs positively, with majority acknowledging how it can help them do their jobs better or improve business processes especially on repetitive tasks.

" Of the 109 Filipino business leaders involved in the study, only 45% have embarked on AI journeys. This reinforces the need to increase awareness and understanding of AI especially for Filipino business leaders and companies. We are positive that the AI Business School will help with that objective, " Lim concluded.

The AI Business School may be accessed through: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/ai/ai-business-school

Microsoft's Vision For AI !

Microsoft's vision for AI is first and foremost about people. AI technology cannot progress without them. This means that millions will need to transform themselves into skilled workers as well as learners that an AI future needs, " declared Kapur. " It is heartening to see that 88% of businesses prioritize skilling and reskilling of workers in the future. They plan to invest as much, or even more, or even more, in human capital than in new technology."

" The jobs of today will not be the jobs of tomorroe, and we have already seen demand for software engineering roles expand rapidly beyond just the tech sector. However, building an AI-ready workforce does not necessarily mean an acute need for technological skills, " Kapur added.

The top future skills required by business leaders in the Philippines include digital skills, IT and programming skills, adaptability and continuous learning, as well as analytical skills. The demand for these skills is higher than the existing supply.

For more information, visit https://news.microsoft.com/apac/features/artificial-intelligence/