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Scientist develops new air filter

A BALIK Scientist from the Department of Science and Technology (DoST) has developed a new air filter using natural materials to combat harmful air pollutants, the agency said on Tuesday.

Ramuel John Tamargo, who completed his postgraduate studies at Yeungnam University in South Korea, developed an innovative air filter to absorb volatile organic compounds and other harmful gases commonly emitted by plastic manufacturing plants.

DoST Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO