Department of Science and Technology Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. (File photo) MANILA-Among the priorities of the new Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is job creation, and use of science, technology and innovation (STI) to address various concerns that the country is facing. "There is job creation through STI, and this is also for countryside development. We also have the Science for Change Program that focuses on research and development (R&D) engagement among DOST organizations and higher education institutions," Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. said in a public briefing on Monday. In terms of human resource development, the DOST will continue giving scholarships for undergraduates, masters and PhD degree, as well as scholarship at the Philippine Science High School. "I urge the graduates, masters and PhD, to learn about entrepreneurship aside from science, technology, engineering, math, creative arts, and agriculture. This will help them us