National Academy of Science and Technology

National Academy of Science and Technology
Formation1976
TypeGovernment Advisory Body
Headquarters3/F Science Heritage Center Bldg., DOST Complex, Gen. Santos Avenue, Bicutan, Taguig
Location
Official language
English
President
Acd. Jaime C. Montoya
Executive Director
Luningning E. Samarita-Domingo
Budget
₱160.16 million (2024)[1]
Websitehttps://www.nast.dost.gov.ph/

The National Academy of Science and Technology (abbreviated as NAST PHL) is the highest recognition and scientific advisory body of the Philippines under the Department of Science and Technology. It was created through Presidential Decree 1003-A issued by President Ferdinand E. Marcos in 1976 to honor and recognize Filipino scientists who made worthy contributions in the advancement of science and technology in the country.[2] It also recommends individuals to be conferred the Order of National Scientist upon approval of the President of the Philippines.[3]

  1. ^ "Current Operating Expenditures" (PDF). dbm.gov.ph. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
  2. ^ Rabago, Lilia; Intong, Mona Lisa; Ferrer, Diana; Joaquin, Cresencia (1989). Science and Technology 1: General Science. Quezon City: Vibal Publishing House, Inc. p. 15. ISBN 971-07-0860-0.
  3. ^ Sabillo, Kristine Angeli. "Who are the 4 new National Scientists of PH?". Inquirer.net. Retrieved August 25, 2014.

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