For the 26th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) held on July 14-15, 2004, at The Manila Hotel, the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) adopted the theme “On Being and Becoming: Where We Are and Where We Want To Be.” This meeting provided a platform for stakeholders to reflect on the nation’s progress across various sectors, identify challenges, and envision strategies for a sustainable and prosperous future. Discussions emphasized the role of science and technology in addressing national issues and fostering development, highlighting the need for collaboration, innovation, and actionable solutions to achieve long-term goals.
Executive Council, NAST PHL (2004)
About the TRANSACTIONS NAST PHL
About the National Academy of Science and Technology PHL
Table of Contents
Plenary Papers
- The Scientist as Humanist and StatesmanChief Justice Hilario G. Davide
- Church and Society “On Being and Becoming: Where We Are and Where We Want to Be”Bienvenido F. Nebres, S.J.
- Exchange-Relations, Economic History, and Philippine InstitutionsEmmanuel S. de Dios
- Philippine Agriculture in a Globalizing WorldArsenio M. Balisacan
- Science Culture and Education for Change Part I: Innovative Strategies for Secondary Education in the PhilippinesM. Victoria Carpio-Bernido and Christopher C. Bernido
- Science Culture and Education for Change Part II: Breaking Barriers Impeding Widespread Development of Scientist Manpower in the PhilippinesChristopher C. Bernido and M. Victoria Carpio-Bernido https://doi.org/10.57043/transnastphl.2004.4706 Abstract The current situation of Philippine education presents problems and challenges of staggering proportions. With old paradigms deemed insufficient, we present investigations of new structures that could boost the effectiveness of the Philippine educational system. These apply the key observation that, Money is not the problem. Culture… Read more: Science Culture and Education for Change Part II: Breaking Barriers Impeding Widespread Development of Scientist Manpower in the Philippines
- Talent and Innovativeness to Meet the Challenges of Global Standards in Scientific ProductivityCaesar A. Saloma