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The Creative Session KSAT 2024: A Manifestation of the Creativity Development of KSAT Members

Student Activities Friday, 21 June 2024

On Sunday, June 9, 2024, The KSAT Creative division held the Creative School activity in the east biodas room. This activity attended by KSAT active members, involved crafting bracelets and keychains from beads, aimed to enhance the skills of KSAT members, particularly their creative skills.

The event began with an opening and prayer by the MCs, Laras Ati and Maidira Marsa Rabbani (KSAT 2023), followed by a speech from the Creative School committee chair, Nabil Putra Fajriana (KSAT 2022). The main activity commenced with a general explanation session, followed by the practical crafting of bracelets and keychains led by Raissa Nanda Talitha and Farah Adina Ratri Sachariano (KSAT 2023). The Creative School concluded with member appreciation, a closing prayer, and documentation. Bead bracelets and keychains are popular, easy, and fun accessories to make. This activity also hoped to foster an entrepreneurial spirit among the participants, enabling them to share their skills with peers and others.

With the success of the KSAT Creative School, it hoped that KSAT members could develop their creative skills through enjoyable activities together. Additionally, it expected that KSAT would grow stronger and more deeply rooted, achieving the vision of “Rooted Strongly, Penetrating Civilization,” thereby becoming a study group that benefits the surrounding environment, academics, and the wider community.

Written by: KSAT 2024

The KSAT Pra-Acclimatization II 2024: Enhancing the Scientific Understanding of KSAT Sapling Members

Student Activities Friday, 21 June 2024

On Saturday, June 8, 2024, the Garden Architecture Study Group (KSAT) held the Pra-Acclimatization II 2024 event as part of the KSAT scientific activities series to enhance members’ understanding and skills in garden architecture, plant diversity, and landscape ecology. The activity was designed for Sapling-level members and held in Room X Faculty of Biology UGM. During Pre-Acclimatization II 2024, Sapling members had the opportunity to apply the knowledge they had acquired by preparing papers and site plans tailored to the focus of each subdivision.

The event began with the preparation of papers and site plans by Sapling members. The Plant Diversity Subdivision worked on garden projects and their physiological stresses, the Landscape Architecture Subdivision developed city park site plans, and the Landscape Ecology Subdivision generated ideas for ecological-based gardens. The results of these assignments were then presented at the main event, providing a platform for members to share knowledge and receive feedback. This process will enhance their understanding and improve their ability in scientific writing and architectural planning.

The event opened with a welcome from the Master of Ceremony, Adelia Adriani (KSAT 2021), followed by opening remarks from Anggi Nada Khoirul Ummah, the Head of KSAT Cabinet Magnolia, and Laksita Chesarina, the Coordinator of the General Scientific Division. The main agenda was the presentation of assignments from each subdivision, where members detailed their projects. After the presentations, a discussion and Q&A session was led by panelists, providing members with feedback and allowing for deeper interaction and understanding.

Another goal of Pre-Acclimatization II 2024 is to provide an interactive and in-depth learning platform for Sapling members. Through this event, KSAT aims to facilitate the development of members’ skills in various aspects, including scientific writing, site plan preparation, and scientific presentations. Additionally, the event is expected to strengthen collaboration and communication among members, enrich the learning experience, and motivate them to continue developing their knowledge in garden architecture, plant diversity, and landscape ecology.

Author: KSAT 2024*

Nusantara Orchid Biodiversity Show (NOBiS) 2024: Orchid Odyssey, Revealing the Extraordinary Journey of Orchids Through the Past, Present, and Future

Headline News Release Student Activities Monday, 10 June 2024

The Nusantara Orchid Biodiversity Show (NOBiS), which is a series of orchid photography competitions and annual webinar, is being held again by the Biology Orchid Study Club (BiOSC), Faculty of Biology, UGM. This webinar is held online with the aim of educating and providing training to the younger generation through seminars and activities workshop. This year’s orchid photography competition has the theme “Orchid Odyssey: Revealing the Extraordinary Journey of Orchids Through The Past, Present, and Future”. A total of 56 participants took part in the orchid photography competition by submitting their work on 7 – 17 May 2024. The results of the participants’ photography work are then displayed in the form of a virtual exhibition via ArtSteps which can be accessed by all participants. The winners of the orchid photography competition at the NOBiS event were Dary Saka Fitrady as First Place, Imaduddin Akhyar Kusumaperdana as Second Place, Yosvaldo Gerry Setiono Putra as Third Place, and Muhammad Nadhif Al Sulthony as Favorite Champion, which was announced at the peak event of the 2024 NOBiS.

The orchid photography competition has a positive impact on sustainable development. Webinar and photography competitions can contribute to the appreciation of biodiversity, which is in line with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 12: Responsible consumption and production, 15: Life on Land, and 17: Partnership to achieve goals. Orchid photography is an effort that can be used as a tool to visualize biodiversity and help remind us of the beauty of nature and the importance of protecting the environment.

NOBiS webinar event this year carries the theme “Orchid Odyssey: Revealing the Extraordinary Journey of Orchids Through The Past, Present, and Future” with the implementation time on 1st June 2024 at 09.30 online and attended by 144 participants. The NOBiS 2024 webinar aims to provide a means for the public to learn and understand the preservation of orchids in Indonesia through genome editing and tissue culture propagation techniques. Therefore, this year, BiOSC invited three speakers who have become experts in the field of orchids in Indonesia, namely Prof. Dr. Endang Semiarti, M.S., M.Sc., Prof. Dr. Dewi Kusuma, S.P., M.Si., and Dr. André Schuiteman.

Prof. Dr. Endang Semiarti, M.S., M.Sc. is a head of Laboratory of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biology Universitas Gadjah Mada and has research focus on plant tissue culture, plant molecular genetics, plant biotechnology, orchidology, cell and molecular biology. On this occasion, he shared insights regarding Indonesian Orchid Plant breeding with the application of Genome Editing. Current orchid populations in nature are decreasing due to natural disasters, illegal logging, and domestication for collection, decoration, and also for herbal medicine. So we need Ex situ and In situ conservation efforts such as genome editing using CRISPR/Cas9 system as the cheapest and easiest to apply technology, having a revolutionary impact on basic research to study gene function and plant breeding to produce new orchids with plenty of seedlings and early flowering.

Orchid production and conservation also can be supported by the method of plant tissue culture, its delivered by Prof. Dr. Dewi Sukma, S.P., M.Si. as a professor of Agronomy and Horticulture department of Agronomy and Horticulture Faculty of Agriculture IPB University and have research interest in plant genetic diversity, breeding and cultivar development and also in plant genetic engineering. Orchid need tissue culture because its lack of seed endosperm so it can provide a higher number of seedling and provide a sterile ad healthy propagules, tissue culture can be an independent breeding of time and season and also can facilitated the in vitro breeding to maintain the existence and availability of Indonesian orchid for future research and potential uses.

The last topic delivered by Dr. André the research leader in the Asia team of Royal Botanic Garden United Kingdom with the research focus on Taxonomy, Conservation and Evolution of Orchidaceae. The diversity of Indonesian orchid is about 26000 species in 800 genera, but not easy to tell because many species are poorly understood, especially the distribution of species in Borneo and New Guinea. The existence and availability of Indonesian orchid should be maintained because there is a lot of diversity and distribution of it such as Dimorphorchis lowii and Paraphalaenopsis laycockii from Borneo, Bulbophyllum muricatum and Dendrobium azureum from Tanah Papua.

It is hoped that the informative webinar material will broaden the knowledge of orchid lovers as well as introduce BiOSC to the outside as a study group that focuses on orchids with the jargon of “Tumbuh, Berkembang, Lestari”. Nusantara Orchid Biodiversity Show (NOBiS) National Photography Competition

2024: “Orchid Odyssey: Revealing the Extraordinary Journey of Orchids Through The Past, Present, and Future” expected to inspire and encourage deeper understanding of history, uniqueness, preservation, and future challenges faced by orchids. Through photography, Participants are expected to be able to express messages about the existence of orchids in the past, present and future. [Author: BiOSC]

Garden Management 1 KSAT: Arrangement of Gardens in Punthuk Kepuh Tourist Area

Student Activities Wednesday, 5 June 2024

On Saturday – Sunday, June 1st – 2nd, 2024, The Garden Architecture Study Group (KSAT) conducted the Garden Management 1 in collaboration with the PkM-MBKM program along with Dr. Wiko Arif Wibowo, S.Si., the supervisor of KSAT. The activity aimed to enhance Seedling’s ability in gardening and took place in Punthuk Kepuh, Gunung Kidul. The main activities were garden design and creation in three designated areas. On the first day, June 1st, 2024, KSAT surveyed the garden areas and had discussions with Punthuk Kepuh management. The next event was a presentation on garden design and an introduction to the types of plants used and their maintenance methods with the community. The second day, June 2nd, was filled with garden creation, tours, and group photos. Each activity was led by Fika Zulfiana (KSAT 2021) and Dyah Ekawati (KSAT 2021) as the MCs.

The Garden Management KSAT 2024 activity ran successfully and on schedule. This activity was carried out as an implementation of knowledge from the material provided during small group discussions. Additionally, this activity also aims to fulfill KSAT’s vision of community service, thus KSAT can become a study group that is beneficial to the broader community.

The Marine Study Group (KSK) Successfully Raises Donations for Al Khusna Orphanage in Gunung Kidul in Celebration of Oceans Day 2024

News Release Student Activities Tuesday, 4 June 2024

Oceans Day is an annual event organized by the Marine Study Group (KSK) Faculty of Biology UGM to commemorate World Oceans Day. This year, KSK Biogama had the opportunity to collaborate with Mr. Parvez Alam. Additionally, KSK Biogama invited children from the Al-Khusna Orphanage to join in a beach clean-up, learn about marine life, and recycle trash they collected. During the Oceans Day events, the UGM Marine Study Group held an open donation drive for the Al-Khusna Orphanage. A total of Rp2,015,116.00 was collected.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who participated and supported this cause. On May 18, 2024, following the Oceans Day event at Slili Beach, Gunungkidul, the donations were delivered to the Al-Khusna Orphanage in Gunung Kidul in the form of cash and basic necessities. We believe that this assistance will be very meaningful for the children at the orphanage and will help them in their daily lives. Every contribution, no matter how small, can make a significant difference in the lives of others. [Author: KSK]

The Marine Study Group Organized Oceans Day 2024: Caring for the Ocean, Caring for Each Other

News Release Student Activities Tuesday, 4 June 2024

On Saturday and Sunday, May 18-19, 2024, the Marine Study Group (KSK) organized a series of events for Oceans Day 2024: Caring for the Ocean, Caring for Each Other. On the first day, May 18, 2024, a beach cleanup activity was held at Slili Beach, Gunungkidul. The event started at 11:05 WIB, followed by remarks from Jagad Wenang Suryoaji (DXXIII), the Chairperson of Oceans Day 2024, and Mr. Parvez Alam, the partner and sponsor. The activities included games, participated by the KSK committee, volunteer participants, children from Al Khusna orphanage, and even Mr. Parvez Alam and his daughter, Lilja Alam. The beach cleanup was conducted following the grouping of participants and location assignments as directed by Slili Beach authorities, along with a briefing on waste separation. This activity continued until 12:05 WIB followed by a break.

After the break, there was a session on education and creation of artworks guided by Alisha Syavitri Ramadhani A (DXXIII) and Muhammad Haidar Ali (DXXIV). Participants were divided into groups and given one hour to create artwork from recycled plastic bottles, followed by a presentation session guided by organizers. Next, an enjoyable activity, capoeira was held at Slili Beach with Mr. Parvez and Lilja. After the games, representatives from Al-Khusna orphanage and volunteers shared their impressions of today’s event. The event concluded with a speech from Mr. Parvez and a group photo.

On Sunday, May 19, 2024, the Marine Study Group (KSK) of the Faculty of Biology, Gadjah Mada University, successfully held the Marine Studies Forum (FKK) titled “Blue Economy as a Response to the Massive Growth of Mass Tourism: Reality or Vision?” The event took place at the Tropical Biology Auditorium, Faculty of Biology, and online via Zoom meeting. This forum aimed to discuss marine issues from various perspectives through sharing and discussion methods, featuring Mr. Supriyanta, S.Sos., M.M. from the Gunungkidul Tourism Office and Dr. Imam Musthafa Zainuddin from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) as speaker.

The Marine Studies Forum (FKK) hosted by Angga Firza Pratama and Grace River Theofilia Putri Subadi and attended by 65 participants from KSK members, volunteers, and external parties from the Faculty of Biology and beyond UGM. The forum began with opening remarks by the MC, followed by singing the Indonesian national anthem, the Gadjah Mada University hymn, and the KSK anthem. The event was preceded with speeches from Muhammad Ariq Alfito, Chairman of KSK Biogama, and Jagad Wenang Suryoaji, the event chairman. Next, an introductory video on the Blue Economy and Mass Tourism shown, followed by an initial discussion between the MC and the speakers.

Proceeding to the main event, the first interview shown, focusing on tourism in Gunungkidul, followed by a discussion with the speakers and Koor KK. Next, a second interview video on marine biota was shown, leading to a discussion with the speakers, Koor KK, and external parties. Following the discussion, there was a presentation and Q&A session with Mr. Supriyanta, S.Sos., M.M. from the Gunungkidul Tourism Office, and a token of appreciation was given to the first speaker. The event continued with a presentation and Q&A session with Dr. Imam Musthafa Zainuddin from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), and tokens of appreciation were given to the speakers at the end of the session. The Marine Study Forum concluded with a session for impressions and messages, followed by closing remarks and a summary. [Author: KSK]

The Graduate Student Association (KMP) Faculty of Biology UGM conducted an educational event at the Indonesian Children’s Cancer Foundation (YKAKI)

News Release Student Activities Tuesday, 4 June 2024

On Sunday, June 2, 2024, The Social Community Division (SOSMAR) of the Graduate Student Association (KMP) conducted the ‘KMP Teaching,’ an annual activity held twice a year at different institutions. The activity took place at YKAKI located at Jl. Timor Tim. No.9, Purwosari, Sinduadi, Mlati District, Sleman Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta, with the theme “Build Spirit: Educate and Encourage the Young Generation.” The activity aimed to demonstrate the KMP’s concern for children with cancer. This year, the SOSMAR Division collaborated with the Spiritual Division to implement the “KMP Teaching” program. This activity was attended by 10 KMP members and 15 children from YKAKI.

The activity began with an opening led by Puji Lestari, S.Pd., as the Master of Ceremony (MC), followed by speeches and gratitude from the event organizers to the leaders and mentors of YKAKI. The activity proceeded with coloring sessions, followed by a 30-minute session of educational animation viewing. Before the Quran recitation session, there was singing, applause, and awarding for the best colorings. The Quran recitation was conducted by Safril, S.Si., the head of the Spiritual Division.The event concluded with group photos, certificate presentations, and a donation to the head of Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia as a gesture of concern and support for children with cancer.

It is hoped that such activities will enhance the children’s learning spirit and motivation at YKAKI Yogyakarta. The program aims to continue with more inspiring and engaging activities in the future.

The Graduate Student Association (KMP) Holds BioLens (Biology Lens) at Ledok Sambi Kaliurang, Yogyakarta.

Student Activities Tuesday, 4 June 2024

On Saturday, June 2, 2024, the Interest and Talent Development Division of the Graduate Student Association (KMP) Faculty of Biology Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) organized the BioLens event. The event aimed to foster graduate student interests and talents in photography, as training in photography for research purposes, and to introduce campus facilities that support research. The event took place at Ledok Sambi Kaliurang, Yogyakarta, with the theme “Capture The Beauty of Nature.”

The event consisted of two sessions: a material session and a photo-hunting session and was opened by Nadhifa Ummulhusna Dyah Wikantyasti, S.Si., and Ananda Putri Gita Natasya, S.Pd., as the MC. The material session was delivered by Rizal Muhammad Rifa’i, S.Pd, covering tools in photography, photography techniques, and photo editing, followed by a Q&A session, where participants asked about general photography challenges and steps on photography for research purposes.

The event continued with a photo-hunting session around the Ledok Sambi Kaliurang. Then, the photos uploaded to the prepared Google Drive for the judging session. During the judging session, the judges struggled to determine the winners. After intense discussion, the winners of the three best photos were announced: 1) Alfian Surya Fathoni, S. Pd., 2) Wahyul Fatwatul Umam AS, S.Si., and 3) Arfika Racmadianira, S.Si. The BioLens event concluded with awarding certificates and souvenirs to the speakers, prizes for the three best photos, and a group photo. [Writer: KMP]

Implementing the Tridharma, the Faculty of Biology Visits Tunghai University in an Effort for International Collaboration

Headline Student Activities Monday, 3 June 2024

From May 30 to June 1, 2024, a team from the Faculty of Biology at Universitas Gadjah Mada had the opportunity to visit the Department of Life Science and the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at Tunghai University. This visit was represented by one of the Faculty of Biology lecturers, Ganies Riza Aristya, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., accompanied by two Fasttrack Master’s by Research students, Azizah Tyas Nugrahanty, S.Si., and Lucia Arum Sekar Meysari, S.Si.

A warm welcome was extended by Professor Shao-Lun Liu and the researchers at the Department of Life Science. A sharing session was held to exchange experiences and knowledge about the latest advancements in phylogenetic analysis of plants, and there was an opportunity to learn about the prospects of studying at Tunghai University. We were also given the chance to have a discussion session with Professor Li-Wei Wu about the diversity of butterflies in the world, particularly in Taiwan.

Additionally, the team had the opportunity to visit the Net Zero Emission area at Tunghai University, a futuristic project developed to support environmental sustainability. One of the main initiators of this project is Professor Hong-Wei Yen, who is currently developing research on the potential of microalgae in the industrial world. During the visit, Professor Yen explained the idea of utilizing biomass from microalgae as an innovative solution to support sustainable and environmentally friendly fish and hydroponic vegetable farming.

This program demonstrates the Faculty of Biology’s commitment to supporting Universitas Gadjah Mada’s efforts to strengthen its ranking in distinguished scientific fields, contributing to science and humanity. This goal aligns with SDG number 8 on education. Furthermore, this visit represents one of the implementations of the Tri Dharma of Universitas Gadjah Mada. It is expected that this visit will expand Universitas Gadjah Mada’s international collaborations with other renowned universities. We extend our gratitude to Professor Shao-Lun Liu, Professor Hong-Wei Yen, Professor Li-Wei Wu, and all the staff of Tunghai University for warmly welcoming us and providing very interesting knowledge and information.

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Master’s Student in Biology at Universitas Gadjah Mada Awarded iIREPs SciKU 2024 Scholarship

News Release Student Activities Friday, 31 May 2024

Yogyakarta, Indonesia – [Date] – Faculty of Biology Universitas Gadjah Mada proudly announces that Alfian Primahesa, a dedicated master’s student in the Faculty of Biology, has been awarded the prestigious iIREPs SciKU 2024 scholarship. Under the supervision of Dr. Bambang Retnoaji, M.Sc., and Partner Professor at Kasetsart University Prof. Kornsorn Srikulnath, Alfian will participate in this esteemed program aimed at fostering international academic collaboration and student development for the period of 3 months.

The iIREPs SciKU 2024 is an International Graduate Student Exchange Program organized by Kasetsart University, Thailand. It offers international students opportunities for internships or short-term research participation across various faculties at Kasetsart University.

The program Objectives:

Promote International Graduate Student Exchange: Encouraging cross-cultural academic experiences and knowledge sharing among graduate students worldwide.
Enhance International Academic Collaboration: Providing short-term scholarships to support internships or research, fostering academic and professional development.
Increase International Student Body: Elevating the international atmosphere at Kasetsart University by welcoming more international students.
Strengthen Educational Institution Partnerships: Facilitating collaborative projects with higher education institutions globally, including those with existing partnerships with Kasetsart University.

Expected Outcomes:

Support and Promotion for International Internships: Providing foreign university students with opportunities for short-term research and internships.
Enhance Student Competence for Global Job Market: Preparing students for international careers and promoting academic and cultural exchange with Kasetsart University students.
Strengthen Kasetsart University’s International Relations: Building robust relationships with global educational institutions.
Support University Ranking Efforts: Contributing to the university’s global standing by increasing its foreign student population and international outreach.
Expand Collaborative Projects and Alumni Network: Increasing the number of joint activities and expanding the network of international alumni.
Foster a More International Environment: Enhancing the international experience for both students and faculty at Kasetsart University.

Alfian Primahesa’s selection for the iIREPs SciKU 2024 scholarship highlights the Faculty of Biology UGM’s international academic recognition, as well as Alfian’s academic excellence and dedication to his field. This opportunity will not only enrich his academic journey but also contribute to his professional growth and cross-cultural understanding.

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