We Juan-A Nuclear Philippines! DOST-PNRI to celebrate Atomic Energy Week 2025
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We Juan-A Nuclear Philippines! DOST-PNRI to celebrate Atomic Energy Week 2025
The Gen-Atom craze continues this year as the country once again celebrates the Atomic Energy Week (AEW) from December 9 to 12, spearheaded by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (DOST-PNRI) in Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City.
With the theme “I Juan-A Nuclear Philippines”, this year’s AEW reflects the extraordinary energy akin to atomic nuclei among generations of Filipinos, particularly the youth, as we talk more about the growing role of nuclear science and technology in national development.
This year’s celebration is also as enthusiastic as they are inclusive, with a wide range of activities in store for every Juan and Juana wanting to learn more about the benefits of the Atom.
Open-House Technical Exhibits
For starters, PNRI will once again open its doors to the public from December 9 to 11 with a showcase of several technical exhibits with free guided tours for all visitors, to be presented by no less than our very own Filipino scientists and researchers.
The exhibits will feature the country’s latest nuclear and radiation technologies, products and services by PNRI, divided into five overarching themes:
Team 1: Radiation in Daily Life - Everyday applications of radiation (focused on the public and radiation workers)
Team 2: Nuclear Science in Health Innovations - Use of nuclear science in medicine, therapy, and health physics applications
Team 3: Environmental Protection and Monitoring - Use of nuclear techniques to track pollution and monitor the environment
Team 4: Nuclear Energy, Safety, Security, and Safeguards - Basics of nuclear energy, safety protocols, and potential applications, and the newly-established PhilATOM
Team 5: Research and Innovation at PNRI - Highlights of on-going PNRI research projects
4th Philippine Nuclear Research and Development Conference
Preparing a perfect avenue for leading experts and researchers, professionals, educators, students and other stakeholders or sectors to meet and discuss the latest advancements in nuclear research, development, and innovation, the Institute will also host the 4th Philippine Nuclear Research and Development Conference (PNRDC 2025) from December 10 to 11.
The conference aims to foster dialogue on nuclear science, technology, and policy, creating a platform for engagement among researchers, policymakers, and the public.
PNRDC 2025 will partner with a Scopus-indexed journal to publish a special issue on Nuclear Science and Technology, featuring full-paper versions of selected presentations from the conference, subject to the journal’s peer-review process. Researchers, academics, and professionals from all over the country are invited to submit abstracts for possible oral or poster presentations at the conference.
Myth Smashers Nuclear Science App Contest
Meanwhile, senior high school and college students are competing in the development of the best mobile applications at the Myth Smashers Nuclear Science App Competition. Very much reflecting the Gen-Z spirit, these apps on nuclear science will aim to debunk the most common myths and misconceptions prevailing among the public and the youth.
The winning team, to be announced on December 11 during the 2025 AEW, will officially represent the Philippines at the Asian Network for Education in Nuclear Technology (ANENT) International Finals in March 2026.
At the week’s conclusion, DOST-PNRI will also recognize its Civil Service Awardees and recipients of other accolades for the year. The Institute will also hold an Employees’ Day to cap the event with an afternoon of raffles, games, and well-deserved bonding after a whole year’s worth of accomplishments.
The AEW serves as the annual culmination of the Institute’s efforts in promoting nuclear science and technology to the general public. As mandated under Presidential Proclamation No. 1211 in 1973, the AEW aims to generate awareness of the Filipino people on the beneficial uses of nuclear science and technology.
For more information on the AEW 2025, visit the DOST-PNRI Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/PNRIDOST/ as well as the PNRI and AEW websites at https://www.pnri.dost.gov.ph/ and https://aew.pnri.dost.gov.ph/aew/2025/. You may also contact the Institute at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
From trash to tiles: Radiation-processed plastic waste now used as construction materials
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From trash to tiles
Radiation-processed plastic waste now used as construction materials
From trash to tiles. Who would have thought that the eye sores commonly found in every Filipino home can now be used to build houses and buildings too? Indeed, through the use of radiation technology, trash such as plastic packaging and containers can now be modified, and made durable to become tiles and bricks that can efficiently make homes and buildings stronger and also more attractive.
This is made possible through project called Post-radiation Reactive Extrusion of Plastic Wastes (PREx Plastic), led by the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute of the Department of Science and technology (DOST-PNRI).
To demonstrate the strength and effectiveness of the radiation-processed plastics turned into tiles and bricks, the PNRI and its partner, the Davao City-based Envirotech Waste Recycling Incorporated, built the “PREx Prototype House.” A prototype of a common residential house that uses PREx plastic for tiles and walls, the PREx House will be the testing site of how the said plastics will maintain strength and durability in the daily household grind.
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DOST-PNRI ends HANDA Pilipinas with nuclear tech at Visayas Leg
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DOST-PNRI ends HANDA Pilipinas with nuclear tech at Visayas Leg
Capping the year with scientific solutions in facing natural hazards, researchers from the DOST - Philippine Nuclear Research Institute showcased vital nuclear and radiation technology for the HANDA Pilipinas Visayas Leg held from October 27 to 29, 2025 at the SMX Convention Center in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental.
Among the technologies featured by PNRI are the country's current developments towards a national radiological emergency preparedness and response, including radiation monitoring stations, development of radiation-processed hemostats for stopping bleeding for medical and emergency applications, and the use of isotope hydrology studies in assessing groundwater and soil contamination after flooding during typhoons or storm surges.
With the theme, “Padayon Visayas: Science, Technology, and Innovation for Resilient, Unified and Sustainable Visayas” for its last leg, HANDA Pilipinas aims to continue the push towards the increasing role of S&T in turning innovation into solutions tailored for local communities ready to face natural hazards and the challenges of economic development.
"Disaster risk reduction begins with accurate, timely and localized data. Without a clear understanding of the risks unique to each community, planning and preparation become reactive instead of proactive," said DOST Secretary Renato Solidum Jr.
"Risks are local; therefore, resilience actions must be localized."
Photos from DOST-PNRI and DOST-Science and Technology Information Institute
MMSU partners with DOST-PNRI for joint nuclear R&D
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MMSU partners with DOST-PNRI for joint nuclear R&D
Like atoms forming molecules through strong linkages, the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (DOST-PNRI) has also made a new foray in academic partnerships up north as representatives from Mariano Marcos State University in Ilocos Norte signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for joint research and development on nuclear and radiation technology.
The MOU looks forward to an active cooperation between the agency and the university, particularly through joint research projects, technology transfer, exchange of data and expertise of their scientists, engineers and students, OJTs, fellowships and workshops, among others.
In particular, the parties also aim to eventually incorporate nuclear science and engineering in the curriculum of select courses and degrees.
Among the particular fields of research are nuclear science and engineering, as well as the Atom's various applications in agriculture, health and medicine, industry and manufacturing, food processing and related areas.
