in the 1960s to 1990s

• Section 9(1) of the 1973 Philippine Constitution


  The government declared in this section that the "advancement of Science of Technology shall have priority in the national development".
• April 6, 1968


  Pres. Ferdinand Marcos proclaimed the 35-hectare land in Bicutan, Taguig as the site of the Philippine Science Community.
• In 1969, the Government provided funds to private universities to encourage them to conduct research and create courses in Science and Technology.
• In 1970s, the Philippine Coconut Research Institute, Philippine Textile Research Institute, and the Philippine Atomic Energy Commission were established under the National Science Development Board (NSDB)
• National Grains Authority


  Created by virtue of Presidential Decree No. 4. It was tasked to improve the rice and corn industry and thereby help in the economic development in the country.
• Philippine Council for Agricultural Research


  Supports the progressive development of agriculture, forestry, and fisheries in the country.
• Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Service Administration (PAGASA)


  Provide environmental protection and to utilize scientific knowledge to ensure the safety of the people through Presidential Decree No. 78, s. 1972 under the Department of National Defense.
• Philippine National Oil Company


  was created in 1973 by virtue of Presidential Decree No. 334, to promote industrial and economic development through effective and efficient use of energy sources.
• National Academy of Science and Technology


  Established in 1976, the academy is composed of Scientists with "Innovative achievement in the basic and applied sciences" who will serve as the reservoir of scientific and technological expertise for the country.
• In 1982, the NSDB was further reorganized into a National Science and Technology Authority (NSTA) composed of four research and development councils:

  1. Philippine Council for Agriculture and Resources Research and Development (PCARRD)
  2. Philippine Council for Industry and Energy Research Development (PCIERD)
  3. Philippine Council for Health, Research, and Development (PCHRD)
  4. National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP)
• In March 1983, Executive Order No. 889 was issued by the President which provided for the establishment of a national network of centers of excellence in basic sciences, creating six new institutes:

  • National Institute of Physics
  • National Institute of Geological Sciences
  • National Institute of Natural Sciences Research
  • National Institute of Chemistry
  • National Institute of Biology
  • National Institute of Mathematical Sciences
• Scientific Career System in the Civil Service


  Established on July 19, 1983 by Presidential Decree No. 901 and was designed to attract more qualified scientists to work in government and encourage young peoplr to pursue science degrees and careers.
• In 1986, under the Aquino administration, the National Science and Technology Authority was replaced by the Department of Science and Technology, giving science and technology a representation in the cabinet.
• Department of Science and Technology


  The premier Science and Technology body in the country charged with the twin mandate of providing central direction, leadership and coordination of all scientific and technological activities, and of formulating policies, programs and projects to support national development.
• With the agency's elevation to full cabinet stature by virtue of Executive Order 128 signed on 30 January 1987, the functions and responsibilities of DOST expanded correspondingly to include the following:

  (1) Pursue thedeclared state policy of supporting local scientific and technological effort.

  (2) Develop local capability to achieve technological self-reliance

  (3)Encourage greater private sector participation in research and development.
• Science and Technology Agenda for National Development (STAND)


  It is a program that was significant to the field of S&T. It identified seven export products, 11 domestic needs, three other supporting industries, and the coconut industry as priority investment areas.