Johnny B. Bañez, a 30-year old inventor of the motorized multi-purpose machine for grating and shredding, has received support from DOST-TAPII through funding and by securing a utility model patent.
“Napaka-importante ng tulong ng DOST dahil may funds sila at may tao sila na handang tumulong sa mga ideas na pwedeng gawin [The help of DOST is very important because they have funds and people who are willing to support ideas that can be developed],” Mr. Bañez told BusinessWorld.
Mr. Arceo said researchers and innovators should not hesitate to approach the DOST if they have novel discoveries, as the agency can help develop and protect their works and eventually bridge them for the benefit of the public. – Edg Adrian A. Eva