DoST holds national textile convention 2024
THE Department of Science and Technology (DoST) held the National Textile Convention also known as TelaCon at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) on Jan. 30 and 31, 2024.
As part of the 2024 Philippine Tropical Fabrics (PTF) Month with the theme “Spinning Innovations,” the convention centered on textile science, gathered experts, researchers, and industry professionals with the aim of exploring textile science, fostering discussions on research, technological breakthroughs and sustainable practices within the PTF domain.
The event served as a platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange, advancing the nation’s textile industry in scientific understanding and practical applications.
Every January, the nation celebrates Philippine Tropical Fabrics Month through Proclamation 313, series of 2012.
DoST Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. virtually welcomed everybody to the event.
On the other hand, Senate President Pro Tempore Sen. Lorna Regina “Loren” Legarda, who was the keynote speaker and whose message was read by DoST Undersecretary for Research and Development Leah Buendia, said that the “gathering is part of our commitment to integrate small strides into impactual solutions, foster collaborations and encourage conversations to propel our nation’s rich textile heritage to greater heights.”
Meanwhile, DoST-PTRI Director 4 Julius Leano Jr. said that this year’s convention centered on bamboo as a new fabric material.
In the same occasion, a memorandum of understanding between DoST-PTRI and De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) represented by Chancellor Benhur Ong was signed with the aim to collaborate on education initiative and research endeavors, with the goal of advancing scholarship and enriching the academic experience for students and faculty alike.