ASTICON 2025

05 August 2025 | Novotel Manila, Quezon City 

Preparing Tomorrow, Today

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About ASTICON

The Advanced Science, Technology, and Innovation Convention (ASTICON) returns for its second year, serving as the premier national platform to showcase the Department of Science and Technology – Advanced Science and Technology Institute’s (DOST-ASTI) unwavering commitment to research, innovation, and collaboration. ASTICON 2025 brings together industry leaders, government, academia, and innovators to explore bold ideas and shape impactful, tech-driven solutions for the Philippines.

With the theme “Preparing Tomorrow, Today”, this year’s convention highlights the power of proactive collaboration in shaping and building the Philippines’ digital future powered by advancements in ICT, microelectronics, and emerging technologies. 

DOST-ASTI Strategic Programs 

This year’s convention highlights the four DOST-ASTI strategic programs, each representing a core thematic pillar: 

AI-Centered Computation, Optimization, and Responsible Research Development 

Advancement of Autonomous Systems, Wireless Connectivity, and Embedded Electronics for National Transformation 

Collaborative Open Network Infrastructure for Emerging Technologies, Computing, and Connectivity

Transforming High-Impact Research into Viable Everyday Solutions

These programs embody DOST-ASTI’s vision to drive technological progress and national development across critical science and technology domains. 

Plenary Program

Plenary - Morning
Plenary - Afternoon

Speakers

Gain valuable insights from industry leaders and DOST-ASTI experts as they share their perspectives on the evolving science and technology landscape and present initiatives that respond to emerging trends and national priorities in S&T. 

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ULJB
ANKJ
FDL
SERRANO
PINEDA
PERAMO
ALGODON

This Year’s Attendees

    • Technology thought leaders 
    • Industry professionals 
    • Researchers and innovators 
    • Policymakers and government agencies 
    • Academia and students 
    • Technology enthusiasts 

Why Join ASTICON 2025? 

    • Discover pioneering innovations shaping the future of science and technology in the Philippines 
    • Connect with experts and innovators from government, industry, and academe 
    • Explore opportunities for collaboration and partnerships 
    • Be part of the national conversation on building a resilient, future-ready Philippines 

Exhibit

Discover a dynamic lineup of innovations and technologies from DOST-ASTI and visionary tech leaders. From AI and IoT to robotics and beyond, explore how homegrown solutions are advancing key sectors such as agriculture, health, energy, and disaster resilience.

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Democratized Intelligent Model Exchange Repository (DIMER)

DIMER is an AI model store that provides pre-trained AI models for rapid deployment, enabling organizations to adopt AI without heavy costs or technical barriers.

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AI-Powered Weather Forecasting for a Resilient Philippines (AI-4RP)

The AI-4RP Project aims to develop and deploy a high-resolution and accurate weather forecasting model for the Philippines using atmospheric science technologies. This project is a collaborative effort between DOST-PAGASA and DOST-ASTI.

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iTANONG: A Natural Language Interface to Databases for Filipinos

iTANONG is an AI-powered web application that answers questions in English, Tagalog, or Taglish—drawing from organizational databases and uploaded documents. It breaks down technical barriers by letting users ask questions naturally, without needing SQL or coding skills.

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Metbuoy+

The Metbuoy+ Project is enhancing and sustaining DOST-ASTI’s meteorological buoy system for offshore and inland water monitoring. By integrating advanced water quality sensors, improving LoRaWAN communication, and refining software functionalities, the project aims to deliver real-time environmental data to support maritime safety and prevent fish kills.

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Robot for Optimized and Autonomous Mission-Enhancement Responses (ROAMER)

The ROAMER Project, under the ASIMOV Program, is developing a mobile robot that supports banana plantations in monitoring and detecting banana plant diseases by using data-driven decision making based on computer vision, sensing, and navigation, to ensure crop health and improving productivity.

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Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Initiatives for Road Safety (VIROS-STEER)

The VIROS Project aims to improve road safety by developing a transportable intelligent traffic controller that integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI) and V2X for a data-driven traffic control system.

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Resilient Education Information Infrastructure for the New Normal (REIINN)

The REIINN Project was established to bridge the digital divide in Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs). By leveraging innovative approaches to distance learning and connectivity, its two key components, LokalFi and RuralCasting, have significantly improved educational access while expanding their applications to disaster resilience and community information dissemination.

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Quantum Innovation Laboratory (QIL)

The Quantum Innovation Laboratory is a dedicated research and development group focused on exploring advanced computing paradigms, primarily quantum computing. The lab designs and tests quantum algorithms and workflows aimed at solving complex problems in optimization and data-intensive domains, leveraging quantum resources for scalable, high-performance solutions.

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HR Lite

HR Lite is designed to help government agencies streamline and automate their human resource processes, thereby enhancing productivity, efficiency, and transparency in the workplace.

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Electronics Product Development Center (EPDC)

The EPDC is a state-of-the-art facility managed by DOST-A STI that is dedicated to the advancement and innovation of electronic products. It provides a comprehensive suite of services and resources to support the entire product development lifecycle, from initial concept to final production.

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Information Network for Open and Viable Applications and Technology Exchange (InNOVATE)

InNOVATE enables scientific research and data science activities over a conglomerate of S&T infrastructure components that includes the National Research and Education Network (NREN) called the PREGINET, and a high-performance computing and storage facility called COARE. These S&T infrastructures facilitate technology development, data transfer, and knowledge exchange which empower the public and the local scientific community.

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Meteorological Data Acquisition Stations for Information Dissemination (MASID)

MASID is a service established to continue the efforts made by the Philippine government in strengthening the country’s disaster preparedness and mitigation plan, specifically technical assistance, maintenance of the PhilSensors, operations and improvement of software tools, and provision of historical and near real-time data to end-users. Since 2010, MASID has developed a system of hydrometeorological and early warning stations collectively known as PhilSensors. Over 2,000 PhilSensors were strategically deployed nationwide in vulnerable calamity areas, contributing to providing remote data for weather forecasting, flood monitoring, and agrometeorology. The recorded data is publicly accessible through the PhilSensors mobile app and website:http://philsensors.asti.dost.gov.ph.

ACCORD

Explore cutting-edge AI solutions that promote responsible research, address national priorities, and strengthen the country’s position in the global technology landscape. 

ASCENT

Discover advanced autonomous systems, IoT solutions, and wireless communication technologies designed to drive digital transformation across key sectors.

CONNECT

Learn how robust S&T infrastructure is enhancing research capabilities and advancing technological growth of industrial sectors. 

THRIVE

Experience research-driven innovations translated into practical solutions that tackle real-world challenges and improve everyday life. 

For more information, contact the ASTICON 2025 Secretariat at

asticon.sec@asti.dost.gov.ph