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For the 48th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) to be held on July 8–9, 2026, the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) adopted the theme “UN SDGs: Science, Technology, and Innovation for Sustainable Development.” The meeting will focus on assessing the contributions of science, technology, and innovation (STI) in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing the need for innovative, scalable, and cost-effective solutions to address complex social, economic, environmental, and political challenges. Discussions will highlight the role of STI in advancing sustainable development through evidence-based policies, research and development, technological transformation, and international cooperation, while also examining strategies, barriers, tipping points, and interventions necessary for accelerating progress toward the SDGs.