It has been more than two years since we were hit by the Covid-19 pandemic, we at the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) have been working to aid in the recovery initiatives of the country DOST Secretary Fortunato T. de la Peña said in his keynote message on the 1st National Metals and Engineering (M&E) Conference on the celebration of DOST-MIRDC 56th Founding Anniversary held at the Titanium Auditorium, MIRDC Compound, Gen. Santos Avenue in Bicutan, Taguig City on Wednesday (June 15, 2022). The theme of the 2022 “Metals and Engineering: Providing Crucial Support to Recovery Efforts of the Country” resonates with the Center’s commitment to lead the local metals industry towards increased productivity and competitiveness. (Photo by Ben Briones)
‘LEGACY TROPHY‘. Metals Industry Research and Development Center (MIRDC) Executive Director Robert Dizon (right) hands over the “Legacy Trophy” to Science and Technology Secretary Fortunato de la Peña during the 1st National Metals and Engineering Conference at the Titanium Auditorium, MIRDC Compound on Gen. Santos Avenue in Bicutan, Taguig City on Wednesday (June 15, 2022). The “Legacy Trophy” symbolizes a leader who has had good leadership during his tenure and his achievements for his unselfish services in the agency. (Photo by Ben Briones)