Yogyakarta, July 22, 2023 – On Saturday, July 22, 2023, the Faculty of Biology at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) successfully held the 7th National Seminar on Tropical Biology (SNBT) with the theme “Open Science and AI Technology in Tropical Biodiversity Exploration.” The event took place at the Tropical Biology Auditorium, Faculty of Biology, UGM, and was attended by 172 participants from various backgrounds and institutions.
In the opening remarks, Dr. Dwi Sendi Priyono, S.Si., M.Si., as the Chairperson of the 7th SNBT Committee, reported that the event successfully attracted participants from 75 different institutions, including universities, industries, private sectors, and government agencies. The participants came from diverse backgrounds, ranging from students, lecturers, researchers, conservation practitioners, to experts in the field of tropical biology. Such extensive attendance reflects the high interest and concern for tropical biodiversity issues.