Engr. Niñaliza H. Escorial, MSCHE, serves as Deputy Executive Director and Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the Executive Director of the Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD), Department of Science and Technology. She has played a key role in formulating and implementing high-impact programs for the Council. Educational Background She earned her degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Santo Tomas and obtained her Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from De La Salle University, Manila. Her work focuses on the formulation, recommendation, and implementation of policies, plans, programs, and projects that support the Council’s effective delivery of services. Current Role and Contributions At present, she continues to support the Council by strengthening capacities across science, technology, innovation, and business ecosystems. Through these efforts, she helps generate new knowledge and promotes the translation of scientific and technological advancements into the broader business economy.