DoST lab identifies tree species through wood DNA
THE Department of Science and Technology-Forest Products Research and Development Institute showcased its green and digital innovations at the 3rd International Symposium of Forest Green Transformation and Digital Transformation in Asia, held at the University of the Philippines Los Baños from 26 to 30 October.
PHOTOGRAPHs courtesy of DOST-FPRDI
LOS BAÑOS, Laguna — A laboratory that identifies tree species through DNA extracted from wood samples is among the technologies being showcased by the Department of Science and Technology–Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DoST-FPRDI) at an international symposium here.
DoST-FPRDI said its Wood and Non-wood DNA Laboratory can extract DNA from wood and analyze its molecular characteristics to help determine the species from which a sample originated.
The laboratory is featured in the institute’s exhibit at the 3rd International Symposium of Forest GX/DX in Asia, which runs from 26 to 30 October.
The University of the Philippines Los Baños College of Forestry and Natural Resources is hosting the symposium in collaboration with the University of Tokyo.
Alongside the laboratory, DoST-FPRDI is presenting bamboo-based innovations, including musical instruments, the Bamboo Octagonal Jointing System, Silyang Pinoy, bamboo charcoal briquettes and charcoal soap.
The exhibit highlights the institute’s green and digital transformation initiatives and technologies that support the responsible use of forest resources.
The symposium brings together researchers, academic institutions, industry partners and other stakeholders to explore innovative solutions and opportunities for collaboration.