A research and development (R&D) facility focused on finding ways to mitigate and manage coastal disasters and risks was unveiled last week by the Department of Science and Technology (DoST).

The Mariano Marcos State University's (MMSU) Coastal Engineering and Management Research and Development Center (Coaster), located in Ilocos Norte, is the latest facility established under the DoST's niche centers in the regions (Nicers) initiative.

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