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.

On Thursday, June 1, 2023, the Bioconnect event was held between HIMBIO UNPAD and BEM BIOLOGI UGM. The activity was conducted virtually through the Zoom meeting platform and was attended by all members of HIMBIO UNPAD and BEM BIOLOGI UGM. The event was hosted by MC Anisah Qurrotu’Ainii, a staff member of BEM Biologi UGM, and Reni Nur’anifah, a staff member of HIMBIO UNPAD.

The event began with an opening by the MC and a recitation, followed by singing the Indonesian national anthem, the Himbio Hymn, and the Faculty of Biology March together. Next on the agenda were welcoming speeches and general introduction of Himbio UNPAD and BEM Biologi UGM followed by discussion sessions.

The activities continued with an ice-breaking session, followed by Focus Group Discussions (FGD) by each department. The entire series of events for the Himbio UNPAD x BEM Biologi UGM Study Visit was carried out successfully, culminating in a closing ceremony and a joint documentation session.Through this event, it is hoped that all staff members of BEM Biologi UGM can establish good cooperation with external parties and gain valuable insights and learning experiences from this activity.

Sunday, 4 June 2023 Oceans Day 2023 was held by the Marine Studies Group of the Faculty of Biology UGM as part of their participation in World Ocean Day on June 8 and was attended by 56 members of Marine Study Group and 18 volunteers from Faculty of Biology UGM. Ocean Day 2023 has the theme “Stop Plastic Waste Polluting the Sea”  and comprised two main activities: a seminar and beach cleanup.

The Seminar began at 08.30 to 11.00 at the auditorium of Biology Tropika and was guided by Renisha Windy Puspita Sari (DXXII) and Ahmad Aris B. R. (DXXIII). The seminar began with a welcoming speech from Filda Mega AYU as chairperson of the committee and A. Najib Dhiaurahman , the chairperson of Marine Study Group. Then the seminar continued with a presentation on plastic waste management to reduce water pollution and its solution through marine biology by Tyas Ikhsan Hikmawan, M.Sc., Ph.D. followed by discussion.

The next series of activities was beach clean-up at Baros Beach which took place 13.00 WIB to 16.00 WIB. This beach cleaning activity is a volunteer activity carried out directly on the shores of Baros Beach, collecting scattered waste in the area and educating about marine waste management.

May the knowledge and experience that has been given at Oceans Day 2023 not stop at this event alone, but be accepted and implemented continuously by all participants , and shared with anyone. Eternal and unlimited, invincible and powerful, such is the ocean. Together, let’s save the seas from all damage and pollution because this can be a real action to protect future generations. Happy World Sea Day! Cheers to Jay KSK!

Friday, 7 July 2023, PKM Coordination and Monitoring Meeting 2023 was held online through a zoom meeting and was attended by 45 students. This event consist of 3 session, began with explanation about the timeline of PKM 2023 by representatives of the PKM Corner Biology committee, then followed by the sharing session from  Eri Dwi Suyanti (2020) the participants of PKM 2022 2nd winner for presentation on the PIMNAS 35 and continued for discussion.

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In this meeting Eri shared about preparation at each stage of PKM after passing funding such as research implementation, documentation, filing logbook, fund usage and preparation for monitoring and evaluation. Furthermore Eri shared tips and tricks to pass to PIMNAS and so on.

This meeting was held to  support Biology Students who managed to pass funding at PKM 2023.

The 6th International Summer Course on Tropical Biodiversity and Sustainable Development held an exciting intertidal sampling event at Pantai Porok on August 10, 2023. The event commenced at 06:00 AM WIB, bringing together enthusiastic participants from around the world to engage in hands-on scientific research while experiencing the beauty of Indonesia’s coastal ecosystems.

Organized by the Faculty of Biology at Gadjah Mada University (UGM), this Summer Course aims to provide an immersive learning experience for young researchers, students, and enthusiasts interested in tropical biodiversity and sustainable development. This year’s program has attracted more than 60 participants from diverse backgrounds, fostering cross-cultural collaboration and knowledge exchange among various institutions, including UGM, UTHM, UTAR, UPLB, NTU, Chiba University, and Kasetsart University.

The intertidal sampling activity took center stage in this course, enabling participants to explore the unique ecosystem of Pantai Porok. Guided by experienced marine biologists and researchers, the participants collected samples and conducted field observations to understand the intricate balance of marine life that thrives in the intertidal zone. This hands-on experience not only exposed the participants to various species of marine flora and fauna but also emphasized the importance of preserving these delicate ecosystems for future generations.

This event is more than just a scientific endeavor; it’s a fusion of educational activities and recreation. The day prior to the sampling event, participants engaged in interactive games designed to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills. These games not only added an element of enjoyment to the course but also provided an opportunity for participants to forge new friendships and connections among the institutions represented.

The 6th International Summer Course on Tropical Biodiversity and Sustainable Development will continue with a series of engaging workshops, lectures, and field trips. The active participation of the attendees and their enthusiasm for learning underscore the success of the course in promoting awareness and understanding of the delicate balance between biodiversity and sustainable development.

On Saturday, April 15 2023, the BIORAMA or BiOSC Sharing Together activity was carried out at an orphanage in Yogyakarta, namely the Aisyah Orphanage on Jl. Munir, Serangan No. 109, Notoprajan, Ngampilan, Yogyakarta. This activity is one of the annual work programs under the Public Relations and BiOSC Network field carried out in the month of Ramadan. This year, BIORAMA’s agenda is distributing food aid and donation. The funds used came from opening donations on March 31 – April 13, 2023 so the total funds received were Rp. 2,067,000,-. The event was opened with remarks from the Head of BiOSC, Lisna N Aini, followed by remarks by the Chairperson of the Aisyiyah Orphanage, Mrs. Windah. She was grateful for the donation provided. The BIORAMA event was closed with a joint documentation session.

On Saturday, April 15 2023, a Field Class was held, followed by an Iftar. The activity is to increase Seedling’s knowledge and skills in implementing the Small Group Discussion 2 material that was presented a few weeks earlier. Field class activities in the form of materialization by the Plant Diversity Science Sub-Division and Landscape Ecology Science Sub-Division, as well as the implementation of SGD 2 material by the Landscape Architecture Science Sub-Division.

The first field class was delivered by the Landscape Ecology Research Sub-Division. The speaker explained about the interaction of abiotic factors with the environment and the procedures for using tools in making mini reports which included how to measure soil pH, soil moisture, and temperature in the UGM Biological Forest. Then proceed with the second field class by the Landscape Architecture Sub-Division, namely the implementation of designing a garden which includes site inventory and making notations on the base map. This was followed by the final field class by the Plant Diversity Science Sub-Division. The presenter explained about the growth form, macromorphological characters of plants, and the aesthetic value of a plant. After the presentation of the field class, it was followed by closing the field class and an explanation of the assignment.

After the field class activities were over, it was followed by iftar with all KSAT members. After that, the activity continued with the creation of content from the ten members who were selected to come forward bringing their own snacks. The activity continued with the exchange of snacks that had been brought between KSAT members. The joint opening activity ended with a closing prayer and documentation.