Engineering for Healthcare: VEIN Project Showcased at DOST Regional Invention Contest 

Last August 21, 2025, at the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Regional Invention Contest and Exhibits – ClusteRICE 2025, held at the Philippine Science High School in Quezon City, recent graduates from the Electronics Engineering Department of the Technological Institute of the Philippines - Manila proudly represented their alma mater as their innovative project, VEIN (Venous Electrical Intervention), was named a finalist under the Likha Award for Outstanding Creative Research in the Private Category.

The VEIN project is a shining example of research with a purpose. Designed as a wearable biomedical device for deep vein thrombosis prevention, VEIN integrates Photoplethysmography (PPG) technology into a Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) system, addressing safety and efficiency concerns in current DVT prevention methods. This creative approach demonstrates how engineering and innovation can be combined to create meaningful solutions that improve lives.

This achievement is not the first milestone for VEIN. Earlier this year, the project earned first place at T.I.P. Manila’s Science and Technology Fair in February 2025, setting the stage for its recognition on the regional level. The graduates behind VEIN showcased not only technical expertise but also a deep passion for applying engineering to solve pressing healthcare challenges.

For the ECE community of T.I.P. Manila, VEIN’s success is a testament to the power of hard work, dedication, and the pursuit of excellence. From being a concept developed in the classroom to gaining recognition at one of the country’s most respected invention contests, VEIN inspires both current students and future engineers to dream big, work hard, and create technology with a heart.