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The Regional Health Research and Development Consortium (R1HRDC), on behalf of the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD), is inviting you to an insightful webinar:

“EVIDENCE AT THE CORE: BUILDING RESILIENT POLICIES FOR HEALTH AND EDUCATION”

Date:  September 12, 2025  
 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM  
Via Zoom

The upcoming session in the Policy Rx: Prescribing Science for Better Decisions series will explore the vital role of evidence-based policies, sustainable interventions, and community-driven approaches in promoting lasting change.

The webinar will focus on how evidence from health research can be effectively translated into responsive policies for schools and communities. By bringing together perspectives from researchers and relevant stakeholders, the session aims to underscore the importance of evidence-informed decision-making in addressing local health and education challenges.

The Region 1 Research and Development Consortium - Capacity Building Committee (R1HRDC-CBC) is excited to invite researchers to a Free Training on Digital Toolkit and Integrating OMICS Technology on April 22-23, 2025, in Baguio City. This training aims to enhance the capacity of researchers in effectively utilizing digital toolkits and OMICS technologies.

Training Highlights: This two-day training is designed to enhance the capacity of researchers, enabling them to utilize advance digital tools and integrate OMICS technologies into their research processes. The sessions will be led by experts in the field, offering both theoretical insights and hand-on experience.

Participants Eligibility: Each invited institution is allowed to send a maximum of two (2) participants to take part in this highly beneficial training.

Logistics and Accommodation: The consortium will cover the necessary logistics for the event, including accommodation and meals, ensuring that participants can focus on maximizing their learning experiences during the training.

Submission of Nominees: To confirm participations, the list of nominated participants must be submitted to Ms. Ana Gay D. Ranga, R1HRDC Secretariat, on or before March 28, 2025. Kindly ensure that all nominations are submitted on time to secure a spot for your representatives.

We look forward to welcoming you to this valuable capacity-building opportunity, aimed at advancing research capabilities through the integration of innovative technologies.

Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact the R1HRDC Secretariat. 

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2025 Call for Applications to the PhD in Molecular Biomedicine Scholarship Program

The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD) is pleased to share with you the ongoing 2025 Call for Applications (CFA) to the PhD in Molecular Biomedicine Program in collaboration with the University of Trieste (UniTS) and Fondazione Italiana Fegato (FIF) in Trieste, Italy.

Foreign Graduate Scholarship (FGS) Programs are offered annually to provide opportunities to deserving Filipino students to pursue higher degree education abroad and become part of a pool of highly qualified human resources that will eventually support the nation's economic development and global competitiveness in the field of health research. This year, two (2) PhD positions are available at UniTS/FIF, open to MD/Master’s degree holders in fields related to health and biomedicine.