Department of Science and Technolgy (DOST) Region 3 chief
Victor Mariano said the November 22-24 affair will showcase the
recent scientific breakthroughs and advanced technologies developed
by
government and private research institutions in Metro
Manila, Central Luzon,
CALABARZON, MIMAROPA and Bicol.
Guided by the theme “Science, Technology and Innovation:
Working Together for Growth and Development”, people from all walks
of life will be able to see the latest products and services on
information and communication technology, electronics, and renewable
energy among others.
Apart from exhibits, an academic contest, research
colloquium, and seminar on Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards
otherwise known as Project NOAH will also be featured.
“Project NOAH is a responsive program for disaster
prevention and mitigation, specifically for the Philippines ’ warning agencies, that is primarily intended to reduce casualties and property loss
from
extreme hazard events” Mariano explained.
Its mission is to undertake disaster science research and
development, advance the use of cutting edge technologies, and recommend
innovative information services in government's disaster prevention and
mitigation efforts wherein its immediate task is to
integrate current disaster science research and development projects and
initiate new efforts within the DOST.
Project NOAH presently has eight components namely: Hydrometeorological Devices in hard-hit areas of the Philippines (Hydromet), Disaster Risk Exposure Assessment for Mitigation
– Light Detection and Ranging (DREAM-LIDAR), Enhancing Geohazards
Mapping through LIDAR, Coastal Hazards and Storm Surge Assessment
and Mitigation (CHASSAM), Flood Information Network (FloodNET),
Local
Development of Doppler Radar Systems (LaDDeRS), Landslide
Sensors Development, and Weather Hazard Information Project (WHIP). (CLJD/JGB-PIA 3)
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