Rappler Talk: DOST Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. on science as public service

MANILA, Philippines – Some would say that scientists make for the best public servants. Scientists base decisions on evidence and data instead of populist politics and mere speculation. This is the kind of leadership that Science Secretary Renato Solidum Jr.

— who marks his 40th year in government — is bringing inside the Department of Science and Technology. In this Rappler Talk episode, multimedia reporter Iya Gozum talks to Solidum about the challenges of turning scientific ideas and research to products and innovations that the public can use. Catch the interview on Wednesday, October 9, at 5 pm.



– Rappler.com.