Science for Progress

PACES is an association of like-minded members of the Filipino-Austrian community who recognize the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in a country´s development,

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The STEMS70 Scholarship Program

This is PACES’ flagship scholarship program which aims to provide full scholarships for students in the Philippines who are pursuing academic degree programs in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

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News and Events

Mission Accomplished: All Four PACES Scholars Have Graduated

In January 2021, Ms. Koleen L. Bacud officially received her diploma in B.S. Civil Engineering from the Cagayan State University in Tuguegara, after completing some projects that were delayed by the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite the delay, Ms. Bacud was awarded the...

PACES Induct Officers for 2021-2022 Biennium

The Philippine-Austrian Cultural and Educational Society (PACES) inducted its newly elected set of officers at a virtual oath-taking ceremony held via Xoom in Vienna, Austria on 9 January 2021. Assuming their posts as officers and Executive Board Members of PACES are:...

Dreams Fulfilled: PACES Scholars Graduate in 2020

Two recipients of the PACES STEMS70 scholarship program recently fulfilled their cherished dreams of getting a college degree, somewhat delayed due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. They are: Mr. Kenneth Dave B. Borja, who obtained a B.S. Metallurgical Engineering...

PACES Organizes Flower-Laying Ceremony at 122nd Celebration of the Declaration of Philippine Independence

The Philippine-Austrian Cultural and Educational Society (PACES), in line with one of its aims of promoting of cultural exchange and friendship between the Philippines and Austria, organized a flower-laying ceremony as its contribution to the celebration of...

My Boss is an Algorithm: PACES lecture focus on algorithms in the workplace

Algorithms are becoming more widespread in many parts of our lives including the workplace. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and data-driven "algorithmic management" presents new opportunities to improve the work environment. But they also bring about new...

Let’s Talk about Earthquakes: PACES/VIC Club Filipino co-host scientific lecture on earthquake readiness

Veteran Filipino seismologist, Dr. Baby Jane Punongbayan was the featured speaker at the PACES lecture series on the topic Preparing for the "Big Ones": Let's talk about earthquakes and earthquake readiness in the Philippines. The lecture - the fourth in a series of...