Gloria Macapagal Arroyo made significant contributions to science and technology during her time as President of the Philippines. She established the Department of Science and Technology, which has been instrumental in promoting research and development in the country. She also launched the National Science and Technology Plan, which has helped to increase the number of Filipino scientists and engineers. Additionally, she created the Philippine Council for Advanced Science and Technology Research and Development, which has helped to foster collaboration between the government and the private sector in the development of science and technology.