Empowering Minds, Enriching Futures: Nurturing STEM Excellence for a Better Philippines
At NASAT Labs, we are passionate advocates of STEM education, recognizing its crucial role in driving innovation and progress. Our commitment to advancing STEM education in the Philippines is reflected in our various community initiatives aiming to inspire and empower the next generation of scientists and engineers.
Through our program, Science and Technology on Wheels (STOW), we travel to schools across the nation, bringing with us a range of advanced scientific instruments. STOW features interactive demonstrations and hands-on experiences with cutting-edge equipment such as the Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), X-Ray Fluorescence Analyzer (XRF), Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS), Photosynthesis System, and more. By providing students with practical, real-world applications of science and technology, we aim to ignite curiosity and passion for discovery.
Our educational lab tours and immersion programs offer a unique opportunity for individuals to experience state-of-the-art scientific research up close. This foster a culture of curiosity and innovation, allowing participants to witness exciting possibilities that STEM fields offer.
At NASAT Labs, we actively engage with students, researchers, and industry professionals through lab tours, research collaborations, and workshops. Our doors are always open to those passionate about science, offering opportunities to explore our laboratory, conduct research, and participate in insightful talks and workshops.
Below are snapshots of various activities at NASAT Labs, showcasing visits, research projects, and interactive sessions with our team.
Students from Laguna State Polytechnic University – San Pablo
We welcomed students from Laguna Polytechnic State University over two days across our laboratories. They visited our Water & Environmental Testing lab, where they explored how water quality and environmental safety are assessed through techniques like ICP-OES and AAS.
Laguna State Polytechnic University – San Pablo Lab Tour
We welcomed students from Laguna Polytechnic State University over two days across our laboratories. At our Failure Analysis & Material Characterization Lab, they explored the exciting world of nanotechnology and got hands-on with advanced tools like the SEM and AFM.
Students from University of Perpetual Help System Dalta – Molino
Exploring the exciting world of nanotechnology, students gained hands-on experiences with advanced tools like the SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope), AFM (Atomic Force Microscope), and more.
Quality Control Charting for Laboratories Training
In this training on Quality Control Charting for Laboratories, participants gained essential QC charting skills. The session covered process variations, statistical requirements, control chart construction and analysis, with hands-on activities to apply the concepts.
Water Quality Monitoring and Compliance with Environmental Regulations in the Philippines, in partnership with Carmona LGU, Horiba, and Sigmatech Inc.
NASAT Labs hosted an insightful workshop covering key topics such as water quality management, water sampling, environmental regulations, and monitoring techniques. Participants actively engaged in hands-on demonstrations on the measurement of pH, dissolved oxygen, and ion selective electrode.
Training on Water Sampling for Drinking Water and Wastewater
The Water Sampling Training for Drinking Water and Wastewater has successfully concluded, covering key procedures, preservation techniques, and quality control, with hands-on application by participants.
Muntinlupa Science High School Students’ Immersion
Muntinlupa Science High School students gained valuable real-world experience through their work immersion program, applying knowledge in professional setting and developing essential skills for their future careers.
NASAT Labs at the Air and Water Forum 2025
NASAT Labs participated in the Air and Water Forum 2025. Organized by EMB MIMAROPA and PCAPI MIMAROPA, the event was all about tackling air and water quality issues.
Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry Training
Participants explored key principles, techniques like Flame and Graphite Furnace methods, and applied their learning through actual sample analysis.
7 Basic Quality Tools Training
Quality expert, Dr. Bernie Redona lead our intensive 2-day training on the 7 Basic Quality Tools. The session offered valuable insights and hands-on exercises to strengthen participants’ quality management skills.
EBSD Analysis with Dr. Clod Aranas
Exploring the microstructure of commercial steel alloys through EBSD with Dr. Clod Aranas, DOST Balik-Scientist based in UP-DMMME and Director of Alloy Design Research Lab of University of New Brunswick Canada.
Muntinlupa Science High School Internship
Senior High School students from Muntinlupa Science High School successfully completed their internship training, gaining practical insights relevant to their future careers.
Students at NASAT Labs
Students experiencing first-hand sample preparation for SEM-EDS
UPDMMME Students at NASAT Labs
Graduating Materials Engineering students from UPDMMME completed their thesis data utilizing NASAT Labs’ Hitachi Cold Field Emission SEM
MCC – IAS, NASAT Labs Initiate Collaboration
Mabalacat City College (MCC) and NASAT Labs begin initial collaborative steps to provide hands-on industry experience for OJT students, focusing on innovation and sustainable development. Read: mcc.edu.ph/post/mcc-ias-nasat-labs-initiate-collaboration
CVSU Students at NASAT Labs
NASAT Labs welcomed students from Cavite State University – Carmona as they explored innovative lools like the SEM, AFM and more.
Leave a Nest Career Discovery Forum
NASAT Lab’s Engr. Marlon Llana was among the notable speakers at Leave a Nest’s Career Discovery Forum held at Mapúa University in 2023.
Chemical Engineering Society Webinar
Led by Engr. Marlon Llana, this session dives into the latest trends, tools, and techniques in chemical engineering—empowering innovation and practical insights for future-ready engineers.
Crystallography and advanced EBSD techniques
Led by esteemed guest speakers, Dr. Clodualdo Aranas Jr. and Dr. Jubert Pasco of UNB-Canada the workshop covered crystal geometry, symmetries, pole figures, EBSD plotting, map generation, grain properties, and more.
SEM-EDS Training to Industry Professionals
NASAT Labs engineers conducting technical training to industry professionals.
Iloilo Scholastic Academy
We welcomed brilliant minds from Iloilo Scholastic Academy. They experienced firsthand the innovative tools and techniques that drive today’s scientific discoveries like the SEM, AFM and more.
Workshop on EBSD
Dr. Jinhua Yang of Bruker Singapore, visited NASAT Labs to share his expertise in our online workshop and provide training to our Failure Analysis team.
Statistical Process Control
Training on Statistical Process Control conducted by quality expert, Dr. Bernie Redona
NASAT Labs at BOI’s Academe-Industry Matching (AIM!) Program launch!
Exciting times at the Philippine Board of Investments’s Academe-Industry Matching (AIM!) Program launch! We’re thrilled to be part of this initiative to increase the readiness of our learners to the needs of our industries.
Lecture-Workshop at NASAT Labs
Graduate students of Material Science and Engineering from UPDMMME held their lecture-workshop at NASAT Labs. They spent a productive day at the lab, utilizing advanced tools such as the Cold Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM) for a worthwhile learning
Talk on Global Technology Trends and Semiconductor
Engr. Marlon Llana shared insights on Global Technology Trends and Semiconductor held at Batangas State University – Alangilan
Students at NASAT Labs
Students experiencing first-hand sample preparation for SEM-EDS
Talk on Semiconductor Nanomaterials & Failure Analysis
NASAT Labs hosted a talk on Semiconductor Nanomaterials & Failure Analysis, conducted by esteemed scientist Dr. Rigoberto Advincula
Batangas State University Students Analysis
Students from Batangas State University visited NASAT to perform SEM-EDS Analysis with their samples
Students of Perpetual Help System Molino
NASAT Labs welcomed students from University of Perpetual Help System Dalta Molino. They gained insights into the latest advancements in science and technology, experiencing firsthand the innovative tools and techniques that drive today’s scientific discoveries.