We Juan-A Nuclear Philippines! DOST-PNRI to celebrate Atomic Energy Week 2025

POSTED BY: Lionell Go Macahilig
2025-11-16 19:37:05 PHT

The Gen-Atom craze continues this year as the country once again celebrates the Atomic Energy Week (AEW) from December 9 to 12, spearheaded by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (DOST-PNRI) in Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City.

With the theme “I Juan-A Nuclear Philippines”, this year’s AEW reflects the extraordinary energy akin to atomic nuclei among generations of Filipinos, particularly the youth, as we talk more about the growing role of nuclear science and technology in national development.

This year’s celebration is also as enthusiastic as they are inclusive, with a wide range of activities in store for every Juan and Juana wanting to learn more about the benefits of the Atom.

Open-House Technical Exhibits

For starters, PNRI will once again open its doors to the public from December 9 to 11 with a showcase of several technical exhibits with free guided tours for all visitors, to be presented by no less than our very own Filipino scientists and researchers.

The exhibits will feature the country’s latest nuclear and radiation technologies, products and services by PNRI, divided into five overarching themes:

Team 1: Radiation in Daily Life - Everyday applications of radiation (focused on the public and radiation workers)

Team 2: Nuclear Science in Health Innovations - Use of nuclear science in medicine, therapy, and health physics applications

Team 3: Environmental Protection and Monitoring - Use of nuclear techniques to track pollution and monitor the environment

Team 4: Nuclear Energy, Safety, Security, and Safeguards - Basics of nuclear energy, safety protocols, and potential applications, and the newly-established PhilATOM

Team 5: Research and Innovation at PNRI - Highlights of on-going PNRI research projects

4th Philippine Nuclear Research and Development Conference

Preparing a perfect avenue for leading experts and researchers, professionals, educators, students and other stakeholders or sectors to meet and discuss the latest advancements in nuclear research, development, and innovation, the Institute will also host the 4th Philippine Nuclear Research and Development Conference (PNRDC 2025) from December 10 to 11.

The conference aims to foster dialogue on nuclear science, technology, and policy, creating a platform for engagement among researchers, policymakers, and the public.

PNRDC 2025 will partner with a Scopus-indexed journal to publish a special issue on Nuclear Science and Technology, featuring full-paper versions of selected presentations from the conference, subject to the journal’s peer-review process. Researchers, academics, and professionals from all over the country are invited to submit abstracts for possible oral or poster presentations at the conference.

Myth Smashers Nuclear Science App Contest

Meanwhile, senior high school and college students are competing in the development of the best mobile applications at the Myth Smashers Nuclear Science App Competition. Very much reflecting the Gen-Z spirit, these apps on nuclear science will aim to debunk the most common myths and misconceptions prevailing among the public and the youth.

The winning team, to be announced on December 11 during the 2025 AEW, will officially represent the Philippines at the Asian Network for Education in Nuclear Technology (ANENT) International Finals in March 2026.

At the week’s conclusion, DOST-PNRI will also recognize its Civil Service Awardees and recipients of other accolades for the year. The Institute will also hold an Employees’ Day to cap the event with an afternoon of raffles, games, and well- deserved bonding after a whole year’s worth of accomplishments.

The AEW serves as the annual culmination of the Institute’s efforts in promoting nuclear science and technology to the general public. As mandated under Presidential Proclamation No. 1211 in 1973, the AEW aims to generate awareness of the Filipino people on the beneficial uses of nuclear science and technology.

For more information on the AEW 2025, visit the DOST-PNRI Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/PNRIDOST/ as well as the PNRI and AEW websites at https://www.pnri.dost.gov.ph/ and https://aew.pnri.dost.gov.ph/aew/2025/.You may also contact the Institute at information@pnri.dost.gov.ph.