Pinoy innovators capture global spotlight at Geneva inventions expo
Filipino inventors, supported by the Department of Science and Technology – Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI), achieved remarkable success at the 50th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva (IEIG), held from April 9 to 13, 2025. Their stellar performance included winning Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals, showcasing the Philippines’ growing strength in global innovation.
Gold Medal Winner: A System for Managing Healthcare Services
The Gold medal was awarded to Noel Gary Del Castillo, CEO and Founder of SeeYouDoc, Corp., for his invention, A System and Method for Managing Healthcare Services and Networks. This groundbreaking system integrates telemedicine, scheduling, e-prescriptions, and payments into one seamless solution, enhancing healthcare access and efficiency worldwide.
Silver Medal Winners: Transforming Salt Production and Construction Materials
Three Silver medals were also won by Filipino innovators. The first Silver medal was awarded for the Continuous Screw Type Salt Washer, developed by the DOST-Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI), which transforms raw salt into high-purity products directly on-site, reducing costs and time.
The second Silver was given to the Three-in-One Mobile Salt Crusher, Washer, and Harvester Equipment, a technology developed by DOST-ITDI that efficiently removes impurities from salt, making it suitable for food industry standards. The third Silver award was received for Earth Board: Coir-reinforced Bio-Based High-Density Polyurethane Composite for Structural Panels, an eco-friendly alternative to traditional construction materials, made from coconut coir.
Bronze Medal Winner: HazardHunterPH for Disaster Preparedness
The Philippine delegation also won a Bronze medal for the HazardHunterPH: Systems and Methods in Conducting Multiple Single Hazard Assessment developed by DOST-PHIVOLCS. This tool provides instant hazard maps and comprehensive analysis for natural disasters, helping communities and authorities better prepare for geological events.
DOST-TAPI’s Role in Supporting Filipino Innovation
The success of the DOST-TAPI delegation highlights the Philippines’ ongoing commitment to fostering innovation. Through its Science and Technology Promotion for International Contest and Exhibits (SPICE) Program, the DOST-TAPI offers Filipino inventors the opportunity to showcase their work globally, facilitating potential collaborations and investments.
Championing Filipino Innovation for a Bright Future
DOST-TAPI continues to champion Filipino innovation by creating a platform for local inventors to present their breakthrough technologies. These inventions not only address global challenges but also demonstrate the country’s growing role in international technology development.
