Marcos invites inventors, innovators to help address national challenges

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. asked urged country’s inventors and innovators to work with the government in addressing food insecurity, flooding, energy shortages, and other challenges facing the country.

In his speech at the 2026 Presidential Filipinnovation Awards National Competition Awarding Ceremony on Thursday, Marcos said his administration would continue to support them in turning their ideas and inspirations into usable breakthroughs.

“To every innovator across the country: I know that you have come a long way to reach this point. I also know that there is still much to do to turn your ideas into solutions that can improve the lives of our people, our communities, and our nation,” he said in his speech at the Crowne Plaza Galleria in Quezon City.

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“I call on each of you to work with the government in addressing modern challenges—from food insecurity, flooding, soil erosion and energy shortages,” the President added.

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Marcos also expressed his commitment to creating an environment where more inventors and innovators can pursue their ideas.

“This administration appreciates your efforts in helping building a safer, more comfortable, and more sustainable life for every Filipino,” he said.

Citing a famous quote from Thomas Edison, the President commended the inventors and innovators for their curiosity and discipline in creating and pursuing new ideas, as well as their determination to make a difference in the lives of others.

“After all, whenever I read phrases like that, I am reminded of Thomas Edison’s answer when he was asked to define his genius. And his answer was rather simple and he said, ‘my genius consist of one percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration’,” he said.

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“So, that sticktoitiveness, that persistence, that commitment to it is a critical part of everything that we have achieved here,” Marcos said.

The five winners out of 16 finalists of this year’s Presidential Filipinnovation Awards National Competition are as follows:

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– Compact Easy to Operate and Economical Biodiesel Reactor for Benteng Diesel, Capistrano Research and Development on Biotechnology 

– Philippine Native Chicken helping Industry through Scientific Innovations, Golden Sprout Corporation 

– Saltric Marissa Turbine: Turning Rivers into 24/7 Power for Off-Grid Filipino Communities, PDG Engineering Services 

– Gasification Process for Waste Disposal: Advance Waste Solution, Vic Metal Fabrication and Environmental Services, Inc. 

– OstreaVent2 A Prototype Ventilator for Mechanically Ventilated Adult Patients, Breath of Life Foundation, Inc. 

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The awardees received P3.5 million worth of cash grants and post-competition support which includes training and mentoring, participation in local and international platforms, and opportunities to connect with potential investors, clients, and business partners.