SENATOR Nancy Binay endorsed for plenary discussion a measure seeking to establish Science and Technology offices in the provinces.

Senate Bill 2484 calls for the conversion of provincial science and technology centers into provincial science and technology offices.

It aims to appropriate funds for increasing the salaries and benefits of PSTC personnel.

Binay said this is to recognize the contribution of PSTCs which play a key role in communicating and delivering the services of the Department of Science and Technology to the public.

“We need to prevent disillusionment and brain drain by taking care of their staff,” she stressed.

“To aid in our country’s development, we must equip Filipinos nationwide with the appropriate scientific knowledge and skills as well as technical innovations. Let us use the power of science and technology to uplift the lives of our countrymen,” the senator said.