14th ASTHRDP Graduate Scholars’ Conference
“Science and Technology that works for the people.”
September 17-18, 2026
Grand Xing Imperial Hotel,
Iloilo City, Philippines
The Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI), in partnership with the National Science Consortium, will conduct the 14th ASTHRDP Graduate Scholars’ Conference on 17–18 of September 2026 at the Grand Xing Imperial Hotel, Iloilo City. Carrying the theme “Science and Technology that works for the people”, the conference will feature plenary sessions, as well as oral and poster presentations.
This year’s conference is hosted and chaired by University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV), with University of Santo (UST) as co-chair.
The Accelerated Science and Technology Human Resource Development Program (ASTHRDP) is a scholarship program of the Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) that supports Master’s and Doctoral studies in science and technology fields. Implemented through the National Science Consortium, the program aims to develop highly skilled researchers, scientists, and educators who can contribute to national development and innovation.
NSC Member Universities
The National Science Consortium (NSC) is composed of eleven member universities: Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU), Central Luzon State University (CLSU), De La Salle University (DLSU), Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT), University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD), University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), University of the Philippines Manila (UPM), University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV), University of San Carlos (USC), University of Santo Tomas (UST-M), and Visayas State University (VSU)
The ASTHRDP Graduate Scholars’ Conference serves as a platform for scholars, faculty members, and mentors to connect, exchange insights on recent developments in science and technology, and showcase their research outputs.
UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES VISAYAS
HOST
University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) is a constituent university of the University of the Philippines System established in 1979. With campuses in Iloilo City, Miagao, and Antique, UPV is recognized for its strong programs in fisheries, marine sciences, and aquatic resources, while also offering courses in management, education, social sciences, and the arts. As a premier academic institution in the Visayas, UPV plays a key role in research, public service, and regional development.
UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS
CO-HOST
University of Santo Tomas (UST) is the oldest existing university in Asia, founded in 1611 in Manila by the Dominican Order. Recognized as one of the leading higher education institutions in the Philippines, UST offers a wide range of programs in science, medicine, engineering, law, education, business, and the arts. The university is also known for its strong tradition of academic excellence, research, and service grounded in Catholic and Thomasian values.
Key Dates
June 30, 2026 – Call for Abstracts
July 30– End of Call for Abstracts
August 1, 2026 – Start of the screening Process
August 15, 2026 onwards – Issuance of Notice of Acceptance
August 31, 2026 – End of the Screening Process
September 5, 2026 – Deadline for Submission of Oral Presentations
September 16 , 2026– Distribution of Conference Kits
September 16 , 2026– Setting Up of Posters
September 17 – 18 , 2026– Conduct of the Conference
| Dates | Event Details |
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June 30 , 2026 |
Call for Abstracts |
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July 30, 2026 |
End of Call for Abstracts |
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August 1, 2026 |
Start of the Screening Process |
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August 15, 2026 onwards |
Issue of Notice of Acceptance |
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August 31, 2026 |
End of the Screening Process |
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September 5, 2026 |
Deadline for Submission of Oral Presentations |
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September 16, 2026 |
Distribution of Conference Kits and Setting Up of Posters |
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September 17-18, 2026 |
Conduct of the Conference |