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SDG 17 : Build Partnerships for the Goals
Leiden, September 25, 2024 – Faculty of Biology Universitas Gadjah Mada has once again expanded its recognition in the international arena through collaboration with one of the world’s best universities, Leiden University, the Netherlands. Located in the Gorlaeus Building, Faculty of Science, Leiden University, Faculty of Biology UGM officially established a Joint Doctoral Degree Agreement with the Graduate School, Faculty of Science, Leiden University. The official signing was carried out by the Dean of the Faculty of Science, Leiden University, Prof. dr. Jasper Knoester accompanied by Prof. Mirwan Ushada, S.TP., M.App.Life.Sc. as the Director of Research at UGM and Luthfi Nurhidayat, M.Sc. as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Biology UGM and Ph.D. student at the Institute of Biology, Leiden University. The agreement was previously signed by the Dean of the Faculty of Biology UGM, Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc. on the agenda of the 69th Anniversary of the Faculty of Biology, as well as by the Rector of UGM, Prof. dr. Ova Emilia, M.Med.Ed., Sp.OG(K)., Ph.D.
Prof. Jasper expressed his hope that the signing of this MoA will make the cooperation between UGM and Leiden, especially the two Faculties, even closer and there will be immediate follow-up with the presence of Ph.D. students.
Through this opportunity, Prof. Mirwan conveyed that the collaboration between Leiden University and Universitas Gadjah Mada had previously taken place, especially for the INUCoST (Indonesian Netherland University Consortium on Sustainable Future) collaboration which next year will focus on the theme of health, as well as the collaboration to establish the Zebrafish Research Facility. The Research Director UGM hopes that this collaboration can be strengthened by the presence of Ph.D. students who conduct research using the facility to support the development of research in the field of health and testing of Indonesian natural products. The meeting was also attended by Dr. Pieter Schipper as Head of Academic Affairs Science, Prof. dr. Herman Spaink who is also an adjunct professor at the Faculty of Biology UGM, and Prof. Paul Kessler from Hortus Botanicus Leiden University.
Through this collaboration, it is hoped that it can contribute to the development of research with education in Indonesia, in line with support for the sustainable development goals (SDGs), especially support for inclusive education through sustainable partnerships (SDG 4 and SDG 17).
Yogyakarta, September 19, 2024 – The Faculty of Biology UGM held the Open Senate Meeting in 2024 at the Auditorium of Tropical Biology with the theme “Biologi Berkarya, Biologi Mendunia” (Biology Create, Biology Goes Global). The Open Senate Meeting was also the peak event of the series of celebrations for the 69th Anniversary of the Faculty of Biology UGM. The meeting was attended by the senate, deans, lecturers, education staff and student representatives of Faculty of Biology UGM, as well as invited guests, alumni, partners, and Dharma Wanita of the Faculty of Biology UGM.
Prof. Dr. Suwarno Hadisusanto, S.U. as the Chairperson of the Senate of the Faculty of Biology UGM opened the Senate Meeting and continued with singing the songs “Indonesia Raya”, “Hymne Gadjah Mada”, and “Mars Biologi” as well as a joint prayer led by Tyas Ikhsan Hikmawan, Ph.D.
Prof. dr. Ova Emilia, M.Med. Ed., Sp.OG (K), Ph.D., Rector of Universitas Gadjah Mada also attended the Senate Open Meeting and then delivered her remarks. “Since its inception, the Faculty of Biology has had a mandate to preserve biodiversity in Indonesia, including promoting work and innovation in sustainable development,” said Prof. Ova in her remarks (19/9). The Rector also expressed her appreciation to the Faculty of Biology in initiating the strengthening of the Indonesian Biodiversity Index, Biodiversity Credit and the pioneering of the Biodiversity Curator Profession.
Next, the Integrated Genome Factory (IGF) service was launched by the Rector of Universitas Gadjah Mada, accompanied by the Dean and Chair of the Senate of the Faculty of Biology UGM and Mrs. Erlina Vera Ratu from the Satriabudi Dharma Setia Foundation. Integrated Genome Factory (IGF) is an integrated DNA/RNA sequencing service unit at the Faculty of Biology UGM. With support from Panin Bank and the Satriabudi Dharma Setia Foundation, IGF uses the long-read sequencing platform from Nanopore Technology to provide the largest sequencing service in Indonesia. The presence of IGF is expected to make UGM a pioneer university in the application of nanopore technology and open up new opportunities for research development in various fields.
Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc. as the Dean of the Faculty of Biology then delivered his remarks and the Annual Report of the Faculty of Biology UGM. He explained that the Faculty of Biology has shown its position in the international arena and has succeeded in maintaining its position at 501-550 in the world for Biological Science, and is the best in Indonesia based on the QS World Ranking. Prof. Budi further explained the role of Biology that continues to develop from the fields of Evolution, Biotechnology, to Ecology, and it’s very large role in efforts to preserve biodiversity, especially in Indonesia. The Faculty of Biology also supports these efforts through the initiation of the Indonesian Biodiversity Index and the establishment of the Biodiversity Curator Professional Program. The implementation of Biodiversity Credit is also carried out together with partners of the Faculty of Biology. This is in line with support for the achievements of the Sustainable Development Program (SDGs), especially in improving the quality of inclusive education (SDG 4), handling climate change (SDG 13), preserving ecosystems on land and sea (SDG 14 and SDG 15).
The improvement of education quality in accordance with SDG 4 is also demonstrated by the Faculty of Biology which has successfully maintained ASIIN international accreditation for its Bachelor and Master programs. This year, the Faculty of Biology UGM has also successfully launched the Biodiversity Curator Profession Program with 17 students with Bachelor to Doctoral educational backgrounds. In 2024, the Faculty of Biology will send 7 students for a Double Degree program with Leeds University UK, as well as dozens of other students participating in exchange programs with the Sakura Science scheme, Student Mobility, Student Exchange JASSO, or student exchange programs organized by UGM. A total of 3 students are participating in the fast-track bachelor-master program. Student achievements also continue to increase in the international and national arenas. The Faculty of Biology continues to improve the quality of research through the support of adequate facilities, including through the procurement of assets and the PUAPT (Inter-University Center of Excellence) grant scheme for various laboratory facilities that support biological research. The support of the Faculty of Biology’s human resources is also demonstrated by the increase in the number of lecturers and professors, as well as various routine programs to improve the quality of human resources.
Furthermore, the achievements of the number of research, achievements of international publications of lecturers of the Faculty of Biology, and the development of journals published by the Faculty of Biology, including the Journal of Tropical Biotechnology and Biodiversity (JTBB) indexed by Scopus Q3 and Berkala Ilmiah Biologi which has ISSN. Data on the increase in community service and cooperation both at the international and national levels were also presented. International publications of lecturers of the Faculty of Biology have continued to increase, especially in Q1 journals in the last 3 years. In improving the quality of education, the Faculty of Biology has collaborated with various world institutions to present 33 visiting professors and 7 adjunct professors during this period. Double degree collaboration has also continued to be improved, and so far, has succeeded in sending students for double undergraduate degrees at the Australian National University, and Leeds University, as well as double doctoral degrees at Montpellier France, University of Greifswald Germany, and Boku University Austria. Various programs that support research and cooperation are implemented, including the 8th National Seminar on Tropical Biology and the 7th International Summer Course on Tropical Biodiversity and Sustainable Development which were attended by hundreds of participants from various institutions and countries, Research Day, BIOENTRI (Biology Open House and Introduction to Research Topics), as well as the first Business Gathering in collaboration with Prasetiya Mulya University and attended by dozens of partners.
The next Scientific Speech was delivered by Prof. dr. Erik H. J. Danen, Dean of Graduate School, Faculty of Science, Leiden University. He presented his latest research entitled “Advanced 3D co-culture models for mechanistic studies an
d drug testing in the context of fibrosis and cancer”. In the speech, Prof. Erik conveyed the focus of his research in the development of 3D models for cancer testing.
Furthermore, the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement regarding the Joint Doctoral Degree with the Faculty of Science, Leiden University was carried out by the Dean of the Faculty of Biology, Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc. accompanied by the Chair of the Senate, Prof. Dr. Suwarno Hadi Susanto. On that occasion, Prof. Budi said that the collaboration was one of the efforts of the Faculty of Biology in increasing recognition in the international arena.
The Senate Open Meeting ended with a closing by the Chair of the Senate of the Faculty of Biology, Prof. Dr. Suwarno Hadisusanto, S.U. It is hoped that the Open Meeting agenda as part of the celebration of the 69th Anniversary of the Faculty of Biology can spark the enthusiasm of the academic community so that the Faculty of Biology can continue to develop and provide benefits to the nation and state.
Yogyakarta, the Faculty of Biology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) celebrated its 69th anniversary with a lively Tasyakuran event held on Thursday, September 19, 2024, in the Auditorium Biologi Tropika. The event took place following an Open Senate Meeting earlier that morning, which was part of the official anniversary celebration before transitioning to the Tasyakuran festivities in the afternoon.
The Tasyakuran was filled with warmth and attended by faculty leaders, lecturers, educational staff, students, the Dharma Wanita Persatuan of the Faculty of Biology, and invited guests. The event was opened by Asrindon, S.I.Kom., and Annisa Mawarni, S.Si., who enlivened the atmosphere with humor.
The Dean of the Faculty of Biology, Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc., delivered a speech focusing on gratitude towards all administrators and members of the Faculty of Biology. “Not all educational institutions reach 69 years, so we should be grateful that our beloved Faculty continues to exist and thrive,” said Prof. Budi.
Following this, a traditional “cutting of the tumpeng” ceremony was conducted by the Senate Chair, accompanied by the Dean and Vice Dean. The first portion of the tumpeng was given to the youngest lecturer, Aryo Seto Pandu Wiranto, S.Si., M.Sc., and the second portion was awarded to the Chairman of the 69th Anniversary Committee, Mr. Abdul Razaq Chasani, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D.
In addition to the tumpeng ceremony, the Tasyakuran featured various performances by lecturers, educational staff, and students. The mascot Mefi performed, followed by a Bio Line Dance to the song “Kupu-Kupu,” poetry reading by Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc., titled “3K+69,” song performances by Fani Sukria and Kalleb William, and a flash mob titled “Gugur Gunung” added to the festive atmosphere.
After the entertainment session, the event continued with the presentation of mementos to retiring lecturers and educational staff for the year 2024: Dr. Siti Sumarmi, Slamet Riyadi, Haryanto, and Harjana.
The Faculty of Biology also recognized the best educational staff of 2024, including Siti Nur Haidah, S.E. (Administration), Yuni Hartati (Laboratory), Maria (Cleaning and Environment), and Dwi Ristanto (K5L). Awards for outstanding students from both undergraduate and graduate programs were announced, including Ridho Nur Alam (Undergraduate Academic Category), Maidira Marsa (Undergraduate Sports Category), Kheysa Alvina Handayani (Undergraduate Arts Category), and Aryan Mustamin (Graduate Academic Category).
In the next session, as a commitment to environmental responsibility, the Faculty of Biology symbolically handed out tumblers that will be distributed to all new students in the 2024 cohort as part of a campaign to reduce plastic waste on campus. Educational assistance was also provided by the Dharma Wanita Persatuan of the Faculty of Biology UGM to eight students selected by the Academic team with the Dean’s approval.
The event concluded with a door prize draw, further enlivening the Tasyakuran atmosphere. Prizes were donated not only by the Faculty of Biology but also by CV. Tri Mitra Jaya, CV. Asih Manunggal, PT. Diastika Biotekindo, BPR Bank Bantul (Perseroda), and WK Group. The 69th Anniversary Tasyakuran of the Faculty of Biology UGM ended with hopes for continued achievement, innovation, and global recognition.
Happy 69th Anniversary to the Faculty of Biology UGM!
Yogyakarta, September 21, 2024 – The Faculty of Biology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) once again held a cross-generation alumni gathering as part of the 69th Anniversary celebrations. The event, which took place at the B Building of the Faculty of Biology, was attended by more than 120 alumni from various generations who are part of the Keluarga Alumni Biologi Gadjah Mada (Kabiogama).
The event began with an Obah Gumregah exercise session led by an instructor, inviting participants to join in a lively workout in an atmosphere filled with enthusiasm and camaraderie. Following the exercise, a welcoming speech was delivered by Dr. Drs. Ario S. Setiadi, MM, PhD, CPM, CHRM, President of the Kabiogama Central Board (PP Kabiogama). In his remarks, he emphasized the importance of maintaining resilience and synergy among alumni to strengthen the network and support the future development of the Faculty of Biology at UGM.
The Dean of the Faculty of Biology UGM, Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc., then conveyed his gratitude for the enthusiasm shown by the alumni. He emphasized that the contributions of alumni play a vital role in advancing the faculty, not only in academic development but also in expanding collaborative networks.
The core part of the event featured a presentation by Prof. Dr. Sofyan Anif, M.Si., with the theme “Weaving Synergy, Towards Alumni Independence and Resilience.” In his presentation, he encouraged alumni to continue contributing to national development through independence, resilience, and collaboration, both academically and professionally. The session also included the symbolic launch of the new Kabiogama membership card by Dr. Eko Agus Suyono, M.App.Sc., Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Cooperation, and Alumni at the Faculty of Biology, along with the President of PP Kabiogama.
After the presentation, the event became even more lively with various fun games. Laughter, sing-alongs, and nostalgic stories filled the air, strengthening the bonds among alumni. The event concluded with the distribution of door prizes, generously donated by alumni of the Faculty of Biology UGM, adding to the joy of the participants.
This alumni gathering served as a crucial moment to strengthen the relationships between cross-generation alumni and enhance synergy in the collective effort to build a stronger and more resilient Faculty of Biology UGM for the future.
On September 21, 2024, Dr. drh. Hendry Trisakti Saragih, M.P., from the Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, delivered a presentation on the proper maintenance of maron chickens to the residents of Dusun Pajangan, Wedomartani, Ngemplak, Sleman, Yogyakarta. The event was opened with remarks from Dr. Ardaning Nuriliani, S.Si., M.Kes., who explained that the collaboration between the Faculty of Biology, UGM, and Dusun Pajangan has been ongoing since 2019 and also involves students from the Faculty of Biology, UGM. In 2024, the community service programs in Dusun Pajangan include the Desa Mitra and MBKM-PkM Programs. The RW 16 village head, Mr. Sumadi, expressed his support for the program, which is coordinated by Mr. Gunardi, S.Si., the head of the Takmir Masjid Jami’ Darussalam Pajangan.
During this event as one of the activity series of Desa Mitra Grand in Wedomartani Village, Dr. Hendry explained the management of maron chickens, including the ideal cage design and the production of simple feed utilizing organic waste from the surrounding environment. Maron chickens, a crossbreed between Arab hens and Lingnan roosters, grow faster than local chickens and begin laying eggs at the age of seven months. The potential of maron chickens to boost the local economy is significant, as their eggs resemble local chicken eggs and can be sold at a higher price.
The cultivation of maron chickens aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including no. 1, no poverty, as maron chickens can lay eggs relatively quickly in large quantities and are highly marketable. It also supports no. 2, zero hunger, and no. 3, good health and well-being, as maron chicken eggs can be used to meet family nutritional needs. Moreover, this initiative contributes to SDG no. 12, responsible consumption and production, as the maintenance of maron chickens not only reduces organic waste but also produces manure useful for plants. The participants were highly engaged during the discussion, particularly about feed production and the idea of establishing a “chicken posyandu” for community care and oversight of chickens.
The Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, through the Laboratory of Animal Structure and Development and the Laboratory of Plant Structure and Development, in collaboration with PT. Miconos Indonesia, directed by Ahmad Nugraha Bayu Mukti, S.T., M.B.A., successfully organized a microtechnique training on September 10-12, 2024. This training was attended by five lecturers and technicians from the FKIP, Universitas Muhammadiyah Sukabumi.
The event began with remarks by the Head of the Laboratory of Animal Structure and Development, Dr. Ardaning Nuriliani, S.Si., M.Kes., representing both laboratories, and was officially opened by the Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Collaboration, and Alumni, Dr. Eko Agus Suyono, M.App.Sc. Both expressed that the training was an effort by the Faculty of Biology to share knowledge and experience in microtechniques, as well as to build collaborative bridges between educational institutions. The Faculty of Biology hopes that this training will mark the beginning of a closer and more sustainable partnership.
The training included both lectures and practical sessions, focusing on the paraffin method, an important technique in microtechniques. The training was led by a teaching team consisting of seven lecturers and two technicians from the Laboratory of Animal Structure and Development, as well as two lecturers and one technician from the Laboratory of Plant Structure and Development. Throughout the training, participants actively engaged in discussions and showed great enthusiasm for the material provided.
In addition to being a competency-enhancing event, this activity also contributed to efforts supporting Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) No. 4 on quality education, SDG No. 10 on reduced inequality, particularly in education, and SDG No. 17 on partnerships to achieve the goal. As such, this training not only benefited the participants but also helped to strengthen the quality of education in Indonesia. It is hoped that this microtechnique training will serve as an inspiration for other educational institutions to continue improving the quality of teaching, especially in specific fields like microtechniques, to achieve excellence and global competitiveness in.
Yogyakarta, September 12, 2024 – Calvin Muliawan, an IUP student from the Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), is proud to be announced as one of the selected delegates in the Young Explorer’s Program (YEP) organized by OceanX. This rare opportunity allows him to join the OceanXplorer ship during the journey from Bali to Bitung on August 5-9, 2024.
During the journey, Calvin will gain valuable experience in marine exploration by utilizing various facilities and cutting-edge technologies available on the OceanXplorer. This ship is equipped with advanced technology, including ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle), Submersible, eDNA (environmental DNA), and Multibeam Sonar for seabed mapping. This technology allows researchers to explore the depths of the ocean with high accuracy and study underwater life and ecosystem conditions in more depth.
Calvin’s participation in this program not only provides an opportunity to learn about various innovations in marine research but also broadens his insights and skills in the field of marine biology. This is a significant step in his academic journey and his contribution to the development of science and technology in Indonesia.
OceanX, as an organization committed to improving our understanding of the ocean through exploration and cutting-edge technology, welcomes Calvin with enthusiasm. This program aims to inspire the younger generation in the field of ocean exploration and facilitate the exchange of knowledge between scientists and students.
We congratulate Calvin Muliawan on his achievement and hope that this experience will have a positive impact on his academic career and his contribution to marine science in the future. [Aulia]
Yogyakarta, 27 August 2024 – Faculty of Biology Universitas, Gadjah Mada, in collaboration with the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), held a Public Lecture with a conservation ecologist from the School of Life and Environmental Sciences, Deakin University, Australia, namely Prof. Raylene Cooke, and Prof. John White. The lecture was held in Classroom 2, Building B, Faculty of Biology UGM, and was attended by undergraduate and doctoral students from the Faculty of Biology UGM.
“This is a good opportunity for collaboration between the Faculty of Biology UGM and Deakin University, Australia,” said Prof. Budi as Dean of the Faculty of Biology UGM in his speech on Tuesday (27/8). Prof. Budi also told the students to take advantage of this opportunity to gain as much knowledge and information as possible.
Tyas Ikhsan Hikmawan, Ph.D. as a lecturer at the Faculty of Biology UGM who acted as moderator on this occasion then introduced the two panelists in a guest lecture. Prof. Raylene Cooke is an ecologist and conservation biologist whose studies focus on predators and their responses to the dynamics of environmental change such as urbanization. Prof. John himself is an ecologist who focuses on species’ responses to disturbances in ecosystems, both natural and human-caused.
The two ecologists from Deakin University Australia presented a presentation entitled “Silent Killers! The impact of rodenticides on native wildlife and human health across the Asia-Pacific. Are rodenticides the modern DDT?”. On this occasion, both of them highlighted the use of pesticides which has increased significantly along with the increase in the world’s human population. This impacts not only the agricultural sector but also species ecosystems such as wildlife and human health.
Quoting the work of Rachel Carson (1962) in her book “Silent Spring”, Prof. John mentioned DDT or dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane, a synthetic insecticide which is known as a “wonder chemical” but has major effects on ecology and human health and is currently prohibited for use in most countries in the world. Prof. John highlighted the effects of DDT accumulating up to higher levels of the food chain such as predators showing how DDT does not break down quickly and is concentrated in the fatty tissue of animals. This is considered to be the cause of the decline in the number of predatory birds in the world.
Rodenticide, Prof. John said, it is the next potential silent killer where its use is quite massive, generally in households and the agricultural industry, considering that rats are a pest that threatens food significantly. Unfortunately, rodenticides not only kill mice but also poison the food chain above them, the predators who make mice one of their prey targets. Some of them are the focus of Prof. John and Prof. Raylene is an Eagle to Powerful Owl.
Prof. Raylene in her presentation showed that second-generation anticoagulant rodenticide (SGAR) is often found in various species in the wild. This resulted in the death of many species which showed high SGAR accumulation which poisoned their livers. Through this issue, the two ecologists also invited ARMS or Anticoagulant Rodenticide Monitoring System research collaboration with researchers in the Asia Pacific region. It is hoped that this research will contribute to handling wild animal deaths due to rodenticides and related policy making.
The participants were enthusiastic about attending the lecture and were critical in the subsequent question and answer session. Through this public lecture, it is hoped that it can encourage innovation, especially for the academic community, in contributing to research on sustainable ecosystem preservation (SDG 4 and 15) through collaboration between the UGM Faculty of Biology and Deakin University, especially the School of Life and Environmental Sciences (SDG 17).
Yogyakarta, 27 August 2024 – The Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada received a visit from a conservation ecologist from the School of Life and Environmental Sciences, Deakin University, Australia, namely Prof. Raylene Cooke, and Prof. John White. Also present were colleagues from the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Dr. Ristiyanto, Dr. Arlyna Budi Pustika, and Dr. Farida Handayani. The visit was warmly welcomed by the Faculty of Biology, attended by Dr. Eko Agus Suyono, M.App.Sc. as Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Collaboration and Alumni Affairs, Dr. Bambang Retnoaji, M.Sc. as Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, Dr. Slamet Widiyanto, M.Sc. as Vice Dean for Finance, Assets and Human Resources Affairs, Dr.rer.nat Andhika Puspito Nugroho as Head of the Masters Study Program, Rina Sri Kasiamdari, Ph.D. as Head of the Biodiversity Curator Professional Study Program, Nur Indah Sepriani, Ph.D., and Tyas Iksan Hikawan, Ph.D. as Chair and Secretary of the Office of International Affairs, Faculty of Biology, as well as several lecturers at the Faculty of Biology who have studied in Australia; Dr. Maryani, and Dra. Tuty Arisuryanti, M.Sc., Ph.D.
Dr. Eko warmly welcomed the meeting. He said that the visit could be a great moment to initiate academic and research collaboration between the two institutions. The Deputy Dean for Research, Community Service, Cooperation and Alumni then explained the profile of the Faculty of Biology UGM, introducing each study program and collaborations that could be initiated together.
Prof. Raylene and Prof. John appreciated the meeting agenda. The two ecologists from Deakin University are enthusiastic about the Biodiversity Curator Professional Program at the Faculty of Biology, as well as the initiation of double degrees at bachelor, master and doctoral levels which can be collaborated with the School of Life and Environmental Sciences, Deakin University, especially as UGM itself has established memorandum of understanding with Deakin since 2020.
The discussion also discussed plans for research collaboration between Deakin University, Faculty of Biology, and the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) which focuses on mapping rodenticides in the Asia Pacific, one of which is Indonesia. This was also conveyed by Prof. John and Prof. Raylene gave a public lecture on Tuesday (27/8) afternoon which focused on ARMS or Anticoagulant Rodenticide Monitoring System research with researchers in the Asia Pacific region. The collaboration scheme is planned to involve researchers and students from Deakin University, Faculty of Biology UGM, and BRIN through KONEKSI or Knowledge Partnership Platform Australia-Indonesia, a collaborative research funding program between Indonesia and the Australian Government. Apart from that, collaboration through double degrees with LPDP support was also initiated.
It is hoped that this meeting will be the initiation of collaboration between the School of Life and Environmental Sciences, Deakin University and the Faculty of Biology UGM, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) as well as through academic collaboration and sustainable research (SDG 4 and 17), especially in ecological and conservation research for ecosystem sustainability (SDG 15).
Yogyakarta, August 27, 2024 – The Faculty of Biology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) hosted a special gathering to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Class of 1974 on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. The event, held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, took place in the Tropical Biology Auditorium at the Faculty of Biology UGM, with approximately 25 alumni in attendance.
This event became a moment filled with warmth and nostalgia for the attending alumni. They were warmly welcomed by the Dean, Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc., as well as Dr. Eko Agus Suyono, M.App.Sc., the Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Cooperation, and Alumni at the Faculty of Biology UGM, who in their remarks shared the progress of the Faculty of Biology UGM to date and expressed appreciation for the dedication and contributions of the alumni in advancing the field of biology.
The event was marked by stories and memories of the past, as alumni shared their experiences and developments over the last 50 years. This gathering also served as a platform to strengthen the bonds between alumni and the faculty, with hopes of continued collaboration in supporting the future growth of the Faculty of Biology UGM (SDGs 8, SDGs 17).
The reunion concluded with the exchange of mementos and a group photo, symbolizing their unity and unwavering support for their beloved alma mater. This 50th-anniversary celebration is expected to be the beginning of many more alumni activities that will further strengthen the network of UGM Faculty of Biology alumni in the years to come (SDGs 16).