Role of the Department of Science and Technology.
Section 13
SEC. 13. Role of the Department of Science and Technology. - In addition to its functions under existing laws, the DOST shall: (a) Develop and update regularly the research and development component of the CREVI, in consultation with the DTI and other relevant NGAs pursuant to Section 6(c) of this Act. The research and development component shall be submitted to the DOE not later than the 30th of May of every year; and (b) Provide technical and financial support for the conduct of localized transport studies by accredited state universities and colleges at the local government level.