Deadline Date: December 15, 2025
The Department of Science and Technology Region IX (DOST IX) is inviting project proposals for the 2026 funding cycle under the Local Grants-in-Aid (GIA) Program to accelerate research and development in science and technology for regional growth and innovation.
The program focuses on the following classifications: Research and Development (Generation of Knowledge and Technologies), Research and Development Results Utilization (RDRU) – Diffusion of Knowledge and Technologies, Development of Human Resources and R&D Institutions for the S&T Sector, and Provision of Quality S&T Services. These focus areas represent DOST IX’s priority to enhance the creation, dissemination, and application of knowledge to strengthen the region’s innovation ecosystem.
The Grants-in-Aid Program aims to harness the region’s scientific and technological capabilities to spur and attain sustainable economic growth and development by funding relevant S&T undertakings. These projects are designed to contribute to productivity improvement and enhance the quality of life of Filipinos by generating and promoting appropriate technologies.
Through this program, DOST IX continues its commitment to supporting impactful research, innovation-driven enterprises, and technology-based initiatives that respond to the region’s developmental needs. It seeks to bridge science with society by empowering institutions, innovators, and researchers to deliver solutions that advance the nation’s competitiveness and sustainability.
For more information, visit Department of Science and Technology.
