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Orientation on Matalabiogama Principles for the Prospective Young Members (Calon Anggota Muda ) XXVI Matalabiogama 2023.

HeadlineNews ReleaseStudent Activities Tuesday, 12 September 2023

The CAM Orientation is an annual series of events held for new CAM members. The purpose of this series is to provide orientation and basic training on topics essential for CAMs to become Matalabiogama members. This year, CAM XXVI will undergo training on IMPK, SAR & First Aid, Survival, Mountaineering, Caving, and Matalabiogama Principles. The second orientation held during CAM XXVI’s Orientation is Matalabiogama Principles.


Understanding the elements of Matalabiogama Principles is crucial for CAMs in order to grasp the significance of being a Matalabiogama member. On September 10, 2023, the Matalabiogama Principles orientation for CAM XXVI was conducted from 13:00 to 14:35 WIB on the second floor of the BioGeo UGM cafeteria. The Matalabiogama Principles orientation was conducted by the senior from D23 Matalabiogama, Muhammad Helmi Fauzan. The event began with a collective singing of the Matalabiogama anthem. Following that, the orientation commenced with a segment on leadership, where the speaker expounded on the meaning, values, and challenges faced by a leader. The speaker also shared personal experiences as the previous general chairperson of Matalabiogama followed by a discussion session.Subsequently, the orientation continued with a focus on Matalabiogama Principles, during which the speaker discussed the vision, mission, history, and various experiences as a Matalabiogama member.

That’s all from us. We hope the orientation provided will be beneficial for CAM XXVI in their journey to become Matalabiogama members, and we wish for the upcoming orientation series to run smoothly. Vivat Et Floreat!

Routine Blood Donation Campaign by Graduate Student Family (KMP) in Collaboration with Dr. Sardjito Hospita

HeadlineNews ReleaseStudent Activities Monday, 11 September 2023

In an effort to realize compassion and dedication to the community, the Graduate Student Family (KMP) of the Faculty of Biology, Gadjah Mada University, organized a blood donation campaign with the theme “A Drop of Blood We Donate Saves the Lives of Our Needy Brothers and Sisters” on Monday (11/09/2023). In collaboration with the Dr. Sardjito Hospital Unit, this campaign was held at the Tropical Biology Auditorium, Faculty of Biology, UGM. The blood donation activity was conducted in accordance with health protocol standards and participant health screening requirements to qualify as blood donors. The blood donation activity took place from 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM, with the participation of dozens of UGM academic community members in general, and specifically from the Faculty of Biology, including professors, educational staff, and undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students. The activity ran smoothly and achieved its target of 41 donors.


One of the donors, Faliana Sasita from the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Master’s Program in Linguistics, expressed that although she initially felt apprehensive about participating in the blood donation, she experienced no negative side effects. Additionally, according to Faliana, the organizers were very responsive and friendly. She also hopes that this activity can be held more regularly in the future. The organizer, Siska Noviana Dewi, stated that this activity is a humanitarian effort, one of the functions of the Three Pillars of Education, namely Community Service, aims to assist and facilitate donors from the UGM academic community in donating blood for those in need. Siska also expressed gratitude to the Dr. Sardjito Hospital Unit for their willingness to help make this blood donation campaign a success, and she hopes that this collaboration can continue to be implemented annually, with the expectation of a greater number of participating donors.

KMP Organizes BioLens (Biology Lens) at Sawit Sari Research Station

HeadlineNews ReleaseStudent Activities Monday, 11 September 2023

On Saturday, September 9, 2023, the Family of Postgraduate Student Talent and Interest Development Division (KMP) of the Faculty of Biology UGM hosted the BioLens event within the theme “Nature Through the Lens” at the Sawit Sari Research Station, a research facility of the Faculty of Biology at UGM. BioLens is one of the initiatives by the 2023 UGM Biology KMP’s Enchantment Division, aimed at facilitating postgraduate students from the Faculty of Biology UGM in exploring nature and immortalizing moments through the art of photography. The objective of this event is to nurture an interest and talent in photography and hiking among all postgraduate students. It also seeks to train students in digitally capturing subjects for research purposes in the field and introduce campus facilities to support their studies.


The event was inaugurated by Oktavia Dini Cahayani, S.Si., the event consisted of two sessions: a lecture session and a photo hunting session. The lecture on photography was delivered by Ahmad Yudis Mahardika, S.P, a Master’s student in Biology at UGM. The presentation covered an introduction to cameras in general and a simulation of taking photos with DSLRs and mobile phones, continued with a discussion session.

Following that, the event proceeded to the photo hunting session, where participants sought subjects to capture around the Sawit Sari Research Station. The participants showed great enthusiasm in this photo hunting activity. Subsequently, the event continued with a sharing session where each participant presented the photos they had captured, along with the stories behind them. Finally, towards the end of the event, KMP awarded the top three photos to Alfian Surya Fathoni, Fanny Sukria Fatma, and Wahyulfatwatul Umam. The event concluded with the presentation of certificates and tokens of appreciation to the speakers, prizes for the top three photos, and concluded with a group photo session.

The Opening and Webinar for the Biology Brainiac Competition 2023

HeadlineNews ReleaseStudent Activities Tuesday, 5 September 2023

On Saturday, September 2 2023, the Opening and Webinar for the Biology Brainiac Competition 2023 took place with the theme “Unleash The Power of Coral Reefs to Fight Against Strong Waves,” organized by the Biosphere#6 Committee via Zoom Meeting, with 117 participants. The event featured introduction of the Faculty of Biology by Zuliyati Rokhmah, S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D., a lecturer from the Faculty of Biology, and insights into coursework at the Faculty of Biology by Nareta Defiani, S.Si., a 2018 alumnus of the Faculty of Biology UGM. The event was moderated by Rima Arvisya, a student from the Faculty of Biology. The purpose of this event was to provide Biology Brainiac Competition participants with an overview of the Faculty of Biology UGM and to officially open the Biology Brainiac Competition.


The Biology Brainiac Competition Webinar began with an introduction by the moderator, followed by speeches from Daffa Patria Putra Dewanto, the Chairperson of the Biosphere#6 Event, Fathur Syahrian Ramadhani, the Chairperson of the Biology Student Executive Board (BEM), and Dr. Bambang Retnoaji, M. Sc, the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs and Student Affairs. The next session involved presentations. In the first session, Zuliyati Rokhmah, S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D., covered topics related to the Faculty of Biology, including its facilities, admission procedures, student organizations/institutions within the Faculty of Biology, and the academic activities at the faculty. This was followed by a discussion session. In the second session, Nareta Defiani, S.Si., discussed topics such as coursework, career prospects for biology graduates, and her experiences during her studies at the Faculty of Biology. This session was also followed by a discussion session.

The event concluded with the Biosphere#6 Committee providing information about the Biology Brainiac Competition rules and regulations, followed by a documentation session and closing remarks by the moderator.

The Preliminary Round of the Biology Brainiac Competition 2023

HeadlineNews ReleaseStudent Activities Tuesday, 5 September 2023

On Sunday, September 3, 2023, the Preliminary Round of the Biology Brainiac Competition was held by the Biosphere#6 Committee via Zoom Meeting, with a total of 123 teams participating. This preliminary round is part of the Biology Brainiac Competition event, which will ultimately lead participants to the Final Round. During this preliminary round, Olympiad participants answered 100 multiple-choice questions online via a Google form. The activity commenced at 07:30 AM (WIB) for opening the Zoom meeting and taking attendance. Prior to the start, the committee explained the question-solving process to avoid any issues. Subsequently, the participants began answering the questions from 08:00 AM to 11:00 AM (WIB).


Throughout the question-solving session, all participants were required to keep their cameras activated from the beginning to the end to ensure oversight and prevent cheating. The preliminary round of the Biology Brainiac Competition concluded with a documentation session and a closing statement. From this preliminary round, the top teams will be selected to advance to the semifinal stage. A total of 20 teams will have the opportunity to progress to the semifinals.

The hope behind organizing the Biology Brainiac Competition is to serve as an initial stepping stone for all students to advance in their educational journey and continuously optimize their potential by remaining active and achieving excellence.

Matalabiogama Organizes Independence Day Commemoration Ceremony in Ngeleng Cave, Gunung Kidul

HeadlineNews ReleaseStudent Activities Monday, 4 September 2023

On August 17, 2023, the Matalabiogama team, along with students from SMAN 1 Wonosari, Matalabiogama alumni Edi Dwi Atmaja, S.Si., M.Psi., and other nature enthusiasts, held a flag-raising ceremony at Ngeleng Cave, Munthuk Hamlet, Mulusan Village, Paliyan District, Gunung Kidul Regency. This ceremony was conducted again after a gap of three years. Members of Matalabiogama gathered at the Faculty of Biology at 06:00 AM to depart together for Ngeleng cave. After a 2-hour journey, they arrived at the meeting point near Ngeleng cave at 09:00 AM. All ceremony participants continued their journey to Ngeleng cave on foot, which took approximately 20 minutes. Upon reaching the cave’s entrance, the Pawana Ekamas members (nature-loving students of SMAN 1 Wonosari) began preparing for the flag-raising and all arrangements for the ceremony. The ceremony commenced at 10:00 AM and proceeded smoothly and solemnly. After approximately 30 minutes, the ceremony concluded. Members of Matalabiogama and Pawana Ekamas then prepared for cave exploration.


The cave exploration team was divided into two groups. The first team consisted of Matalabiogama members led by Edi, while the second team comprised Pawana Ekamas members. During the cave exploration, Matalabiogama members encountered various cave fauna such as cave crickets, millipedes, cave spiders, bats, and others. The cave exploration activity lasted for 2 hours.

After the cave exploration, Matalabiogama members prepared to return to the Faculty of Biology UGM. The flag-raising ceremony and cave exploration activities serve as positive endeavors that foster nationalism among the participants, regardless of their location. Additionally, the cave exploration activity is expected to become a regular practice to enhance the skills of Matalabiogama members.

Sampling of Herpetofauna in the Mudal River Ecotourism Area by the Herpetology Study Group

HeadlineNews ReleaseStudent Activities Thursday, 31 August 2023

On Saturday, August 19, 2023, a herpetofauna sampling activity was conducted by the Herpetology Study Group from the Faculty of Biology UGM in the Mudal River Ecotourism Area, Jatimulyo Village, Kulon Progo Regency. The purpose of this activity was to introduce the diversity of amphibians and reptiles, as well as the methods of herpetofauna sampling, to KSH members. The sampling activity itself took place from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The methods used were Time Constrained and Visual Encounter System (VES).


The herpetofauna sampling activity in the Mudal River Ecotourism Area was attended by 16 individuals, including members of the Young XXXIII KSH and the Senior Council of KSH. During the sampling activity, the participants were divided into two groups. The first group explored the riverbank area, while the second group explored the forested area. Additionally, the sampling activity of the forested area was guided by Dwi Agus Stiana (Mas Tyo).

During this sampling activity, we encountered 11 species of herpetofauna, consisting of 7 amphibians and 4 reptiles. The amphibians found during the sampling included the river toad (Phrynoidis asper), the rock frog (Limnonectes macrodon), the leaf litter frog (Leptobrachium hasseltii), the pond frog (Chalcorana chalconota), the toxic tree frog (Odorrana hosii), the golden tree frog (Philautus aurifasciatus), and the striped tree frog (Polypedates leucomystax). Meanwhile, the reptiles found during the sampling were the frilled lizard (Bronchocela jubata), the forest chameleon (Gonocephalus chamaeleontinus), the Javanese bent-toed gecko (Cyrtodactylus marmoratus), and the crimson-headed snake (Craspedocephalus puniceus).

A Delegation of Biology Students Attends the EXSACT-A 2023 Seminar and Exhibition

HeadlineNews ReleaseStudent Activities Wednesday, 30 August 2023

The EXSACT-A (Exhibition and Seminar On Science & Creative Technology) event showcased the creativity of university-level students and was held from Tuesday to Thursday, on August 15th to 16th, 2023, at Al-Azhar University Indonesia. The Faculty of Biology UGM sent 2 students, namely Wildan Hilmi Azharul Hakim and Arneta Yuvita to participate in the seminar.


The first day of the event commenced with the recitation of the holy Quran, the singing of the Indonesian national anthem, and the Al-Azhar University Indonesia anthem. This was followed by speeches from Ir. Hidayat Yorianta, Ph.D., the dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology at Al-Azhar University Indonesia, and Prof. Asep Saefudin, the rector of Al-Azhar University Indonesia. The first day was also embellished with a traditional dance performance by Al-Azhar University Indonesia students. At the main event, various interesting topics were presented by distinguished speakers, including Dr. (H.C.) H. Erick Thohir, B.A., M.B.A., the Minister of State-Owned Enterprises, Prof. Ming-Guo Her, Ph.D. from Tatung University, Prof. Yungtsan Jou from CYCU Taiwan, and Prof. Michael Goutama from CRIC at Al-Azhar University Indonesia. Following these presentations, there was a coffee break. The event then continued with presentations by other notable speakers, such as Vony Tjiu, the Country Manager of Red Hat Indonesia, Mohd Zafian Bin Mohd Zawawi from UiTM, Prof. Dr. Dewi Elfidasari, S.Si., M.Si. from Al-Azhar University Indonesia, and Chantalle Elisabeth from the National Taiwan Normal University. The day concluded with the final segment, which included oral presentations from seminar participants, ending at 11:45 AM local time.

The second day of EXSACT-A featured parallel sessions moderated by Firman Alamsyah, Ph.D. These sessions encompassed captivating lectures from a variety of speakers, including Assoc.Prof.Dr. Taewee Tongdang from Prince of Songkla University, Vikram Motiani, the Senior Director of Red Hat Singapore, Assoc. Prof. Zhao Yuhong from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prof. Flavia de Nicola from the University of Rome Tor Vergata, Prof. Dr. Mira Kartiwi from the International Islamic University Malaysia, and Mohamed Alaama, M.Sc., Ph.D. from University Teknologi Mara. Following the parallel sessions, the event proceeded with oral presentations from presenters representing various universities in Indonesia. This was succeeded by the final presentations and the announcement of nominees for best presenter, best posters, and best innovation product. The second day’s event concluded officially at 11:23 AM local time.

BIOLOGY FESTIVAL 2023: Introduction and Exhibition of Study Groups and Organizations

HeadlineNews ReleaseStudent Activities Wednesday, 30 August 2023

On Saturday, August 26th, 2023, the Biology Festival 2023 was organized as an introduction and exhibition (expo) of the study groups and organizations within the Faculty of Biology at UGM (Gadjah Mada University) for incoming freshmen. The event was attended by 218 new students of the Faculty of Biology, UGM. The festival was conducted in-person, with activities held both in the Tropical Biology Auditorium within the Faculty of Biology UGM for study group and organization presentations, and along Taman Biologi Road (Jatabi) for the exhibition of each study group and organization. The event was graced by the presence of Dr. Bambang Retnoaji, S.Si., M.Sc., the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs and Student Affairs of the Faculty of Biology UGM, Mr. Nur Harmanto, the Chairperson of POTMA BIOGAMA (Alumni Association of Biology UGM), and Mrs. Teteh Yulia, the Vice Treasurer of POTMA BIOGAMA.


The event began at the Tropical Biology Auditorium with the opening by the MC ( Birrul Qisty Mutmainnah Nazara and Dhea Amelia), followed by the singing of the Indonesian national anthem, the Gadjah Mada University Hymn, and the Faculty of Biology March. Subsequently, Muhammad Nurul Fathoni Adha, the Chairperson of Biology Festival 2023, delivered a welcome address. This was followed by speeches from Fathur Syahrian Ramadhani, the Chairperson of BEM (Student Executive Board) Biology UGM, and Dr. Bambang Retnoaji, S.Si., M.Sc., the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs and Student Affairs of the Faculty of Biology UGM.

The next segment consisted of introduction of each Study Group and Organization (KSE, KSAT, BiOSC, KSH, Matala Biogama, KSK, Formasigen, JMMB, KMK, Double Helix, SEMA, BEM, and Biosphere), interspersed with dance performances by the Graduate Student Family of the Faculty of Biology UGM and a gaming session. The event then transitioned to Taman Biologi Road (Jatabi). During this portion of the event, not only the new students but also all students from various batches of the Faculty of Biology UGM participated in the activities. The proceedings kicked off with a fashion show by each Study Group and Organization, followed by the exhibition (expo) of the Study Groups and Organizations, accompanied by the Music Corner entertainment.

The event concluded with the announcement of winners for the Best Indoor Performance, won by KSAT (Kelompok Studi Arsitektur Taman), the Best Fashion Show, secured by KSK (Kelompok Studi Kelautan), and the Best Stand Decoration, awarded to BiOSC (Biology Orchid Study Club). Through the Biology Festival 2023, it is hoped that incoming students gain insights into various Study Groups and Organizations within the Faculty of Biology UGM, aiding them in selecting the ones aligned with their interests and talents to foster knowledge and soft skills development.

Upgrading Skill Entomology Study Group (KSE) 2023

HeadlineNews ReleaseStudent Activities Monday, 28 August 2023

The Entomology Study Group (KSE) of the Faculty of Biology at UGM once again organized an event called “Upgrading Skill,” which focused on the theme “Sanger & NCS for Research in Entomology.” The event took place on Saturday, July 15, 2023, providing a platform for discussions on molecular analysis and the latest research trends in the field of entomology. The main objective of the Upgrading Skill was to educate all members of the ESG, especially regarding the application of technology in entomological research. The event was conducted online via Zoom, and the participants were active members of the KSE.

The event, which was scheduled from 08:00 to 11:30 AM WIB, was led by Delia Sawanda Syarifatullah (KSE XXIV), with Atikah Fitria Muharromah, S.Si., M.Eng., an alumnus of ESG XIV who is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the Faculty of Biology, UGM, serving as the main speaker. The activities commenced at 09:00 AM WIB with an opening speech by the KSE Advisor, Drs. Hari Purwanto, M.P., PhD. This was followed by Atikah Fitria Muharromah’s presentation on “Sanger & NCS for Research in Entomology.” The presentation covered the basic concept of DNA as the genetic instruction in cell life and DNA sequencing. DNA sequencing, a laboratory method for determining the order of nucleotides, has evolved over three generations. Furthermore, a comparison between the Sanger Technique and NGS Technique, along with their applications, was also presented.

The Upgrading Skill event concluded with a discussion session, and the activities wrapped up with a documentation session for all participants and the speaker at 11:00 AM WIB.