The IC Design Workforce Media Roundtable is a collaborative effort that brings together officials from various government agencies, including the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the Department of Science and Technology’s Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD), and the Center for Integrated Circuits and Devices Research (CIDR). The event also features participation from industry associations such as the Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Foundation, Inc. (SEIPI) and the Electronics Industries Association of the Philippines Inc. (EIAPI), along with key academic and industry stakeholders.
What is IC?
Integrated circuits (ICs), also known as microchips or chips, are composed of millions or even billions of microscopic semiconductor devices densely packed into a single package. These often-overlooked yet essential components form the cornerstone of all modern electronic devices, driving continuous advancements across computing, telecommunications, automotive, power, and other industries.
DOST INVESTMENTS ON ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY R&D 2011 to 2022 – 894M pesos to 29 projects
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM OF DOST – PCIEERD
The program aims to develop and enhance the Research and Development (R&D) capabilities of Filipino academic and research institutions, as well as Department of Science and Technology (DOST) agencies. This will be achieved through degree programs, research activities, and the mobility of experts in the industry, energy, and emerging technology sectors, ensuring that current and future human resource needs are met.
- Visiting Expert Program
Open to institutions needing faculty members or experts from another
institution who possesses the required expertise not available in the requesting
institution.
Postal Address: Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging
Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD)
4th and 5th Levels Science Heritage Bldg., Science Community Complex,
Gen. Santos Avenue, Bicutan,Taguig City 1631, Philippines
Website : https://pcieerd.dost.gov.ph/
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From 2018 to 2019, a total of 10 experts were placed in institutions across the
country—3 local and 7 foreign experts. - Research Attachment or Fellowship
Open to MS and PhD students, degree holders, and project staff of a DOSTPCIEERD or DOST-funded project, in the science and engineering sectors, who need to
conduct their research in a host institution, including foreign universities and research
institutions to avail of the host institution’s facilities and research expertise. - Regional Consortia R&D Program for new researchers and institutions in the
Region
The program aims to develop research capabilities and increase the available
researchers, scientists and engineers in the PCIEERD priority sectors through regional
consortia program. - Expert Intervention for Scientific Engagement (ExpertISE) for PCIEERD Regional
Consortia
The PCIEERD Expert Intervention for Scientific Engagement (ExperTISE)
Program for PCIEERD Regional Consortia is a consortia development program that will
be spearheaded by PCIEERD in collaboration with industry partners in the regions
and DOST Regional Offices. - Institution Development Program (IDP)
IDP aims to strengthen the capability of institutions to undertake research in S&T
fields included in DOST-PCIEERD’s priority areas. - DOST Facilities and Lab Access Grants (FLAG)
For BS and graduate (MS/PHD) students who will conduct research projects
directed towards developing emerging technologies and exploring innovations in areas
such as, but not limited to, materials research, electronics and applied physics. - Researchers on Industry, Energy Emerging Technologies – Opening Opportunities
for Learning (RIEETOOL)
RIEETOOL provides support to researchers, scientists, engineers, faculty,
students, and personnel from academic, research, government, and private institutions.
Training duration ranges from one week to one month for regular training and up to one
year for priority and emerging fields.
ONGOING R&D PROGRAM
Center for Integrated Circuit and Device Research (CIDR)
The Center for Integrated Circuits and Devices Research (CIDR) is an innovation infrastructure designed to foster joint ecosystem development, aimed at producing and sustaining a critical mass of graduate-level IC designers. It serves as a collaborative platform for sharing resources among academia, industry, and government, thereby reducing the risks associated with bringing new technologies from discovery to commercialization.
DOST-PCIEERD R&D INITIATIVES
- Automated Emergency Ventilator (TIP-VentsForPhil)
Developed by engineers from the Technological Institute of the Philippines-
Postal Address: Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging
Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD)
4th and 5th Levels Science Heritage Bldg., Science Community Complex,
Gen. Santos Avenue, Bicutan,Taguig City 1631, Philippines
Website : https://pcieerd.dost.gov.ph/
Email : pcieerd@pcieerd.dost.gov.ph
FOI Email : foi@pcieerd.dost.gov.ph
Manila. This ventilator can assist patients with breathing-related illnesses, including
those caused by diseases like COVID-19. - Spiritus Vitae Ventilators
Developed by the engineers of Don Bosco Technical College. The design of the
Don Bosco ventilator automates a manual resuscitator – the balloon that nurses squeeze
during emergencies – to help people breathe when their lungs could not do it for them. - Breathing Simulation Machines
A breathing simulation machine developed by the ASTI and EIAPI with the same
goal to provide solutions against the pandemic. - Neuronvent System
The project focuses on creating an emergency ventilator system based on a
BVM. A BVM is a manually operated resuscitator used for patients needing respiratory
assistance. The goal is to automate the BVM’s compression procedure, eliminating the
need for human operators. - LISA Robot
LISA is a telepresence robot delivering medicine and enabling remote
communication between health workers and patients. It can be easily reproduced
for hospitals. UST researchers are enhancing LISA with UVC bulbs for
disinfection and shelves for increased carrying capacity, suitable for hospitals
and quarantine facilities. - Micro-C IC
We can now produce micro-C IC, a chip previously imported. MSU-IIT
developed an IC chip with a microcontroller, power management, and energy
harvesting units. This chip supports IoT applications for monitoring environmental
conditions like temperature, humidity, pressure, and light, with a mobile app for
seamless monitoring. Applications include smart buildings, agriculture,
healthcare, and transportation. - Novel CIM Architecture
TUP researchers are developing a novel Computing in Memory (CIM)
architecture using FinFET-based OTP ROM in the TSMC 16-nm CMOS process.
ESTABLISHED FACILITIES
- Advanced Device and Materials Testing Laboratory (ADMATEL)
ADMATEL was established in December 2012 in response to the needs of the
semiconductors and electronics industry in the Philippines. It provides Failure Analysis
(FA) laboratories within the country. ADMATEL houses sophisticated and advanced
analytical instruments for failure analysis and materials characterization. - Electronics Product Development Center (EPDC)
The EPDC was established to strengthen product development activities in the
local electronics and semiconductor industries. The EPDC offers prototype design and
fabrication of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and assemblies, as well as electronic product
testing for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and product safety. - Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMCen)
AMCen established in 2020 enhanced the country’s technological readiness,
Postal Address: Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging
Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD)
4th and 5th Levels Science Heritage Bldg., Science Community Complex,
Gen. Santos Avenue, Bicutan,Taguig City 1631, Philippines
Website : https://pcieerd.dost.gov.ph/
Email : pcieerd@pcieerd.dost.gov.ph
FOI Email : foi@pcieerd.dost.gov.ph
business sophistication, and innovation by focusing on additive manufacturing
(commonly known as 3D printing). It serves as a collaborative research center, jointly
operated by the Metals Industry Research and Development Center (MIRDC) and the
Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI) under DOST. - Advanced Mechatronics, Robotics, and Industrial Automation Laboratory
(AMERIAL)
AMERIAL serves as a complementary facility, making enabling technology-based
processes accessible to various industries. It aims to be a national facility for capability
development in the field mechatronics and robotics as they apply to industrial
automation.
FUNDING MECHANISMS FOR CAPABILITY BUILDING
Philippine Institute for Integrated Circuits
The Philippine Institute for Integrated Circuits (PIIC) is funded by the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD). It is implemented and managed by the University of the Philippines Diliman’s Electrical and Electronics Engineering Institute (UPD EEEI). The institute’s goal is to develop a pool of competent professionals capable of advancing IC technology.
WAYS FORWARD
We supported the development of the PATHS (Products and Technology Holistic Strategy) roadmap, a comprehensive plan aimed at enhancing the country’s industrial competitiveness and ensuring sustainable economic growth. This initiative reflects DOST’s commitment to establishing the Philippines as a key player in the global electronics market, promoting the “Made in the Philippines” brand to attract end-product manufacturers and end-users. Through our diverse strategies and R&D solutions, both now and in the future, we demonstrate our unwavering support for the sector’s advocacy towards its 2030 vision.
To uplift the electronics sector, we propose three key approaches:
- Increased Collaboration with Industry: Strengthening partnerships between academic institutions, government agencies, and private companies will foster innovation, improve knowledge transfer, and facilitate the commercialization of new technologies.
- Additional Funds for R&D: Allocating more resources for R&D in electronics is crucial for continuous innovation, enabling us to swiftly adapt to digital transformation.
- Development of Programs for Filipino Innovators: Establishing initiatives and training programs specifically for Filipino innovators will empower them to create competitive, high-quality electronic products.
Industry adoption is a collaborative effort between researchers, scientists, and the industry. Enhancing these partnerships will drive innovation and facilitate the successful commercialization of new technologies.
Contact Information: Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) 4th and 5th Levels Science Heritage Bldg., Science Community Complex, Gen. Santos Avenue, Bicutan, Taguig City 1631, Philippines Website: https://pcieerd.dost.gov.ph/ Email: pcieerd@pcieerd.dost.gov.ph FOI Email: foi@pcieerd.dost.gov.ph
