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Faculty of Biology UGM Supports IKN as an Urban Biodiversity-Forest City in its Participation in the 1st International Conference on Forest City (ICFC) and INUCoST

News Release Sunday, 2 June 2024

Samarinda, 29-30 May 2024 – The Nusantara Capital Authority (IKN) collaborated with domestic and foreign institutions to organize the 1st International Conference on Forest City (ICFC) which was held at Universitas Mulawarman. At the international conference, the Faculty of Biology UGM participated, especially in discourses related to the study of biodiversity and the IKN environment through collaboration which will later be held through the INUCoST (Indonesian Netherland University Consortium on Sustainable Future) scheme. Delegates from the Faculty of Biology UGM included the Dean of the Faculty of Biology, Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc. and Tyas Ikhsan Hikmawan, M.S., Ph.D., as a lecturer at the Faculty of Biology and PIC of the INUCoST Program from Universitas Gadjah Mada.


The 1st International Conference on Forest City (ICFC) focuses on efforts to restore tropical forests and biodiversity in the context of developing IKN as a modern forest city. In the conference, which was attended by participants from 12 countries, discussions emphasized research and technology issues in forest and biodiversity management, environmental management laws and regulations and their implementation, as well as network collaboration between practitioners, academics, and government also stakeholders.

Through this opportunity, the Dean of the Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada also discussed plans for the INUCoST program together with the INUCoST team from the Faculty of Biology UGM, the School of Life Technology, Bandung Institute of Technology, and the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Mulawarman University, which also collaborated with the Faculty of Science Universiteit Leiden, the Netherlands. In line with the program’s mission which supports Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the initiated program will focus on the topic of urban biodiversity and forest cities with the development of research related to biodiversity conservation, genetic diversity, food security, and the concept of Indonesian botanical plantations.

Also present in the discussion was the Dean of SITH ITB, Prof. Endah Sulistyowati, Chair of the Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM) Universitas Mulawarman, Prof. Widi Sunaryo, Director Hortus Botanicus Universiteit Leiden, Prof. Paul Kessler who was also the keynote speaker at the 1st International Conference on Forest City. It is hoped that this collaboration through INUCoST can support the development of urban planning of IKN in the aspects of biodiversity, ecology, environment and land and water ecosystems in realizing a modern forest city.

Efforts to Improve Health and Family Economy Based on Local Resources and Wisdom in Kledokan Hamlet, Caturtunggal Village, Depok Sub-district, Sleman

Community Service Saturday, 1 June 2024

On May 20, 2024, the community service-partner village team of the Faculty of Biology UGM, led by Dr. Dra. RR. Upiek Ngesti WA., DAP&E, M.Biomed conducted a meeting at Kledokan Hamlet Hall. The meeting was attended by about 50 people, including the head of Kledokan Hamlet, Mr. Punjul Santoso, members of the Rejosari Women’s Farming Group (KWT), the Rejosari Livestock Group (KP), the Karang Taruna youth group, the head of the Kledokan Family Welfare Development (PKK) group, and Mr. Herman Purwadi from the LPM Catur Tunggal.


The speakers at the event were Sari Dharmasiwi, S.Si., M.Biotech., Ph.D; Nur Indah Septriani, S.Si., Ph.D; and Woro Anindito Sritunjung, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D. The speakers gave brief educational sessions on food storage hygiene, dairy-based products, increasing protein intake through catfish farming in buckets (“budikdamber”), and essential oils for aromatherapy. Practical demonstrations will follow according to the meeting schedules of the PKK, Women’s Farming Group, Livestock Group, and Karang Taruna. The activity involved students from the Faculty of Biology, Nur Farah Susilowati and Ahmad Aris Budi R., and students from the Faculty of Agriculture, Irfan Putra Ramadhan and Aprilia Nur Safitri.

In Kledokan Hamlet, around 36 cows, including four dairy cows are independently raised. The availability of livestock feed is well-maintained due to the presence of fields planted for this purpose. The main issues farmers face are barn cleanliness and the suboptimal processing of manure. Although the livestock group has equipment for manure processing, it has not been used effectively. Therefore, education on barn management and assistance in manure processing is needed.

The meeting concluded with a visit to the livestock barns and demonstration plots of various vegetable plants. This activity supports the commitment of the Faculty of Biology, UGM, to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially Goal 3: “Good Health and Well-being” and Goal 17: “Partnerships for the Goals.”

The Community Service – Partner Village Team at Lumbung Mataraman, Kedungpoh Gunungkidul Holds Program Plotting

Community Service Friday, 31 May 2024

[PkM – Partner Village] On Thursday, 23 May 2024, The PkM – Partner Village Team for Lumbung Mataraman, Kedungpoh Gunungkidul, visited Lumbung Mataraman. The visit was welcomed by the village head of Kedungpoh (Dwiyono) and Director of Lumbung Mataraman (Didik Purnomo) along with their team. The PkM – Partner Village team consists of Drs. Hari Purwanto, MP., Ph.D.; Soenarwan Hery Poerwanto, S.Si., M.Kes.; Ludmilla Fitri Untari, S.Si., M.Si.; Dwi Umi Siswanti, S.Si., M.Sc., and Dr. Bambang Retnoaji, M.Sc. who was represented by his students.


The event began with a presentation on each member’s program plans. Drs. Hari Purwanto started with plans for beekeeping and training on klanceng bees cultivation; Soenarwan Hery Poerwanto, S.Si., M.Kes presented plans for vermicompost and enhanced animal feed with the addition of POC-2023; Dwi Umi Siswanti, S.Si., M.Sc. planned training on production biofertilizers and their application to handle anthracnose in chili plants; Ludmilla Fitri Untari, S.Si., M.Si. outlined plans to plant rare plants in Lumbung Mataraman and document the ethnobotany data of the Kedungpoh community; and Dr. Bambang Retnoaji, M.Sc. would provide training on wader fish cultivation.

The partners consist of ten Kedungpoh Women Farmers Group and the managers of Lumbung Mataraman. The partners were enthusiastic about the programs presented by the PkM – Partner Village Team Faculty of Biology UGM for Lumbung Mataraman. “We have been eagerly awaiting programs from the Faculty of Biology,” said the Kedungpoh village head on behalf of the farmer partners. Didik Purnomo, as Director of Lumbung Mataraman, responded optimistically, believing that the program would further legitimize Lumbung Mataraman as a notable Edu-Agrotourism destination in Gunungkidul. Kedungpoh has been bustling with many study visits from various farming groups from Central and East Java. In April, one of Kedungpoh’s agricultural activists, Tri Wahyuni, was awarded the 2024 Women’s Agriculture Initiator by the Gunungkidul Regent. “Hopefully, with the program from the Faculty of Biology UGM, we will progress further and have a wider impact,” said Didik.

Next, the program proposers meet and discuss the agenda with their respective program PIC. This discussion resulted in an agreement on the timeline and the preparation of the necessary infrastructure. The event concluded with snacks (godhokan) and a group photo. This activity embodies SDGs number 1 (No Poverty), 2 (Zero Hunger), 5 (Gender Equality), 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). (TIM-LM)

EXPANDING INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS, THE FACULTY OF BIOLOGY AT UNIVERSITAS GADJAH MADA COLLABORATES WITH NATIONAL CHENG CHI UNIVERSITY TAIWAN IN THE JOINT SUPERVISOR PROGRAM 2024

News Release Friday, 31 May 2024

In an effort to enhance the quality of human resources and strengthen the Tridharma of Universitas Gadjah Mada in 2024, one of the faculty members of the Faculty of Biology, Ganies Riza Aristya, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., received funding to participate in a Professor Exchange Program between Universitas Gadjah Mada and the National Chengchi University (NCCU) College of Science, Taiwan. On this occasion, Dr. Ganies was accompanied by two Fast-track Master’s students, Lucia Arum Sekar Meysari, S.Si., and Azizah Tyas Nugrahanty, S.Si. This program is funded by the Directorate of Partnerships and Global Relations. The activity is supported by a proposal entitled “Increasing the Production of Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) as a Biodegradable Biopolymer Plastic through Recombinant Plasmid Transformation.”

The Joint Supervisor visit to NCCU Taiwan took place from May 27th to June 1st, 2024. This program is one of the collaborations between Universitas Gadjah Mada and National Chengchi University in the form of professor exchanges. The activity began with an introduction session by the dean of the College of Science (Professor Hsing Luh) followed by introductions and research topic presentations by the representatives from UGM’s Biology department, Dr. Ganies. The results of this visit included the establishment of short-term and long-term collaboration agreements, including the signing of a memorandum of agreement, mentoring, research development collaboration and publication, also the creation of an international community.

With this program, it is evident that the Faculty of Biology is committed to supporting efforts to strengthen Universitas Gadjah Mada’s ranking in the field of outstanding sciences related to UGM’s contributions to knowledge and humanity. This goal is related to SDG number 8 on education. By providing easier international access, this program can also expand Universitas Gadjah Mada’s international cooperation and future orientation. Our gratitude goes to Professor Hsing Luh, Professor Chih-Kai Yang, Professor Ming-Huan Chan, Professor Shau-Kwaun Chen, and all the staff of the College of Science NCCU, who have provided us with the opportunity to collaborate in the 2024 Joint Supervisor activity.

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The Faculty of Biology UGM Initiates the Community Service Activity with the Wedomartani Tourism Awareness Group in Utilizing Animal Waste as Organic Fertilizer

Community ServiceHeadlineNews ReleaseWaste Management Tuesday, 7 May 2024

the Gebang Hamlet, Jetis, Wedomartani, Ngemplak, Sleman, is the inadequate management of animal waste (kohe) from cattle and goats. Faculty of Biology UGM through the Community Service – Independent Learning Independent Campus (PkM-MBKM) 2024 activity, led by Prof. Rarastoeti Pratiwi, with members Angela Puspa Larasati, Hanifa Nazaila F, and Nindya Dayita Hapsari held the meeting with the Wedomartani Tourism Awareness Group (Pokdarwis) team, represented by Joni Martono, Rujito, and Gatot Satriya, at Warung Goeboeg Pentjeng, Gebang. The meeting was to initiate the implementation of activities in managing and utilizing animal waste to produce organic fertilizer. Prior to the meeting, a discussion was held to align the perceptions between the head of Pokdarwis Wedomartani, Langgoso Aswin Poetra, and the head of the PkM MBKM team, especially regarding the implementation of activities. This activity supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially goals 13 and 17, Land Ecosystems and Partnerships to Achieve Goals.


The dominant livestock in the Gebang Hamlet are cattle and goats. Currently, animal waste is only collected near the pens, left to dry, and not optimally utilized. Additionally, there is an abundance of bamboo plants in the Gebang hamlet, which produce bamboo leaf litter. Bamboo leaf litter also serves as a medium for the growth of Trichoderma fungus, which has benefits as a biological fertilizer and biofungicide. The meeting discussed strategies for processing and producing organic fertilizer that can be utilized by farmers. It was agreed to process kohe, consisting of cattle and goat waste, along with bamboo leaf litter. This activity will begin with the production of prototype fertilizer products consisting of 6 variants. These prototype variants will be tested on chili plant seedlings to observe their growth. Subsequently, the selected variant of kohe fertilizer products, based on the best growth test results on chili plants, will be produced on a larger scale. To optimize the production of fertilizer on a larger scale, appropriate technology is needed using simple machinery equipment. The nutrient content and potential of these kohe fertilizer variants in supporting chili plant growth will also be tested.

To support the success of these activities, the head of the PkM MBKM team stated, “These activities will run smoothly if there is synergy between the PkM MBKM team and the team from Pokdarwis Wedomartani. To facilitate the activities, it can start by scheduling the implementation time at each stage, by writing down the activities in detail. Additionally, joint commitment is needed to achieve the goal of producing organic fertilizer from kohe waste in the Gebang Hamlet.” In the discussion, many suggestions and ideas were presented by Pokdarwis team members, which were well received by the MBKM students, including efforts to find references to support these ideas. The initiation meeting for these activities proceeded smoothly and optimistically.

Audience Activity of Community Service by Faculty of Biology Lecturers of Universitas Gadjah Mada in Wedomartani Village, Ngemplak Sub-District, Sleman

Community Service Monday, 6 May 2024

Friday, May 3, 2024, In order to follow up on the partnership collaboration with Wedomartani Village, the Faculty of Biology UGM Lecturer Team conducted Community Service activities (PkM) in Partner Villages with the theme: “Community Service based on Regional Potential and Human Resources in Wedomartani, Ngemplak, Sleman”. The Faculty of Biology UGM Lecturer Team, led by Prof. Rarastoeti Pratiwi, consisted of Prof. Endang Semiarti, Dr. Yekti Asih Purwestri, Zuliyati Rohmah, Ph.D.Eng., and Dr. Ardaning Nuriliani, assisted by Moses Atmajadwiputra Polela, S.Si, began with a visit to Wedomartani Village. The Lecturer Team was received directly by the Head of Wedomartani Village, H. Teguh Budianto, accompanied by the Village Secretary, Rohmad Gunawan Hardono, S.Pd., Head of Jetis Hamlet, Wagiman, S.H., M.IP., and Head of Malangrejo Hamlet, Sarbini.


The meeting started with introductions and presentations of the Community Service activity plan for the Partner Village that will be carried out from May to October 2024. The potential of the Wedomartani Village area is significant, including agricultural land, livestock, the presence of wildlife, remnants of temple sites, reservoirs, and the community culture that is sustainable. Human Resources (HR) in the Wedomartani, as a suburban area, has a population with fairly good levels of education and skills, but still needs to be improved and synergized for the management of natural resources in the area. This activity supports the 2030 agenda for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly goal 17, which is Partnership to Achieve Goals.

There are seven activities planned for this event, namely Utilization of Used Cooking Oil for Aromatherapy based on Lemongrass Extract, which will be carried out by Prof. Laurentius Hartanto Nugroho, Dr. Tri Rini Nuringtyas, and Dr. Yekti Asih Purwestri, in partnership with the Lestari Women Farmer Group of Malangrejo. The Activity of Indigenous Chicken Farming for Community Nutrition Improvement, which will be carried out by Dr. Ardaning Nuriliani and Dr. med.vet. Hendry T.S.S.G. Saragih in partnership with the Pajangan hamlet community. The Utilization of Appropriate Technology for Animal Manure Processing into Organic Fertilizer, which will be carried out by Prof. Rarastoeti Pratiwi and Tyas Ikhsan Hikmawan, Ph.D., in partnership with the Wedomartani Tourism Awareness Group. The Cultivation of Vanda tricolor Orchids, Mount Merapi Native Orchids as the Icon of Sleman Orchids to Support EduTourism, which will be carried out by Prof. Endang Semiarti in partnership with the PKK of Jetis and Malangrejo hamlets. Activities for Prevention and Treatment of Wounds Caused by Venomous Animals, Conservation Efforts for the Environment and Wildlife, and Training in Media and Content Creation for Youth Empowerment, which will be carried out by Zuliyati Rohmah, Ph.D.Eng. and Susilohadi, Ph.D., in partnership with the Wildlife and Environmental Enthusiast Groups, as well as the Youth Organization in Wedomartani.

After the presentation regarding the plans for each Community Service activity by the Faculty of Biology Lecturers, the event continued with remarks from the Head of Wedomartani Village, H. Teguh, who expressed his hopes regarding the Partnership Agreement between the Faculty of Biology UGM and Wedomartani Village, within a period of 5 years, from 2022 to 2027. H. Teguh expressed: “As representatives of the community in Wedomartani Village, we express our gratitude to the Faculty of Biology UGM, and hope that all activities planned meticulously by the lecturers, and communicated with several sub-villages, can proceed smoothly. The community can benefit from these activities, so that this partnership collaboration can yield results and continue in the future, especially in enhancing the economy and welfare of the Wedomartani community.” The meeting at Wedomartani Village proceeded smoothly with camaraderie, and concluded with a group photo.

The Faculty of Biology Organizes Genetics, Breeding, and Molecular Analysis Training for Researchers from PT Bumitama Gunajaya Agro

News Release Sunday, 5 May 2024

Yogyakarta, 2 May 2024 – The Laboratory of Genetic and breeding Faculty of Biology conducted training on Genetics and Breeding as well as Molecular Analysis for researchers from PT Bumitama Gunajaya Agro. Held from April 29 to May 2, 2024, at the Genetics and Breeding Laboratory, Faculty of Biology, UGM, the training comprised sessions on Plant Breeding and Molecular Data Analysis. Speakers included Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M. Agr. Sc., Dra. Tuty Arisuryanti, M.Sc., Ph.D., Adib Fakhruddin Yusuf, S.Si., M.Sc., and Dian Sartika, S.Si., M.Sc., all from the Faculty of Biology, UGM. The training took place at the Auditorium and Laboratory of the Faculty of Biology, UGM, with field visits to the Sawitsari Research Station and the field garden at Dusun Mutihan, Prambanan, Sleman.


In his opening remarks, Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M. Agr. Sc., the Dean of the Faculty of Biology, UGM, encouraged participants to actively engage in the training and hoped that the knowledge gained would benefit their work at the company. He also urged them to consider further study opportunities, such as professional programs at the Biodiversity Curator Professional Program (PKKH), Master’s programs in Biology, and Doctoral programs in The Faculty of Biology UGM.

On the first day, Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M. Agr. Sc., delivered the first session on Plant Breeding Introduction, followed by Dra. Tuty Arisuryanti, M.Sc., Ph.D., presenting on molecular data analysis. The second day featured sessions by Adib Fakhruddin Yusuf, S.Si., M.Sc., and Dian Sartika, S.Si., M.Sc., on Research Methods and Genetic Diversity Analysis. Additionally, participants visited the Gama Melon Greenhouse in Mutihan, Madurejo, Prambanan, Sleman, Yogyakarta, for practical pollination exercises.

On the final day, training resumed at the Faculty of Biology, UGM, with sessions on Cross-Pollination Plant Selection Methods and the Utilization of Molecular Markers for Plant Selection, led by Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M. Agr. Sc. The training concluded with an overview of the procedures for Plant Breeding Results Registration and Plant Variety Protection (PVP), as well as Plant Seed Circulation Permits.

All participants from PT Bumitama Gunajaya Agro received certificates marking the completion of the Genetics and Plant Breeding Training, along with Molecular Analysis. The training aimed to provide insights into plant breeding and molecular analysis for the participants. [Committee]

The Faculty of Biology UGM Establishes Collaboration with LAZNAS Yatim Mandiri, Bumi Sembada Waste Bank, and Jaringan Satwa Indonesia Foundation

CooperationHeadlineWaste Management Thursday, 14 March 2024

Yogyakarta, March 8, 2023 – The Faculty of Biology received a visit from three MBKM (Independent Learning – Independent Campus) partners. The event took place in the KPTU Meeting Room of the Faculty of Biology, UGM, welcomed by Prof.Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc., the Dean of the Faculty of Biology. Also in attendance were representatives from LAZNAS Yatim Mandiri, the Jaringan Satwa Indonesia Foundation, and Bumi Sembada Waste Bank, as well as biology faculty members involved in the collaboration, including Wahyu Aristyaning Putri, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., from the Biotechnology Laboratory; Novita Yustinadiar, S.Si., M.Si., from the Plant Development Structure Laboratory; and Dr. Dwi Sendi Priyono, S.Si., M.Si., from the Animal Systematics Laboratory.


Yatim Mandiri is a National Zakat Amil Institution owned by the Indonesian community, dedicated to uplifting the social dignity of orphans through ZISWAF funds (Zakat, Infaq, Shadaqah, Wakaf), as well as another lawful and legitimate fund, from individuals, groups, companies/institutions. Yatim Mandiri has established 46 service offices in 14 provinces in Indonesia. With its various self-reliance programs, Yatim Mandiri hopes to improve and spread its benefits widely. The Jaringan Satwa Indonesia Foundation is the Jakarta Animal Aid Network, known as JAAN, founded in February 2008 by Femke den Haas, Karin Franken, and Natalie Stewart as a platform for the community to report cases of animal abuse or to obtain information about animal welfare in Indonesia. Meanwhile, Bumi Sembada Waste Bank was founded in 2023 in Sukoharjo Padukuhan Besi Village, Sleman. There are 75 types of waste that the community can sell to the waste bank, with the expectation that the community will be more enthusiastic about sorting waste to improve the economy and help address the waste issues.

The purpose of the visit was to establish cooperation with the Faculty of Biology through the MBKM scheme, with three agreements for each partner. Professor Budi welcomed the initiation and expected that this cooperation would benefit all parties involved.

With the establishment of cooperation with these three partners, UGM’s Faculty of Biology hopes that the knowledge of biology can be beneficial to the wider community and also contribute to sustainable development goals (SDGs), particularly in the development of inclusive education (SDG 4) and sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11), through continuous collaboration and partnership building to achieve the goals (SDG 17).

The Faculty of Biology UGM Team Initiates an Innovative Dialogue with Millennial Farmers in Kalurahan Karangmojo, Gunung Kidul

Community ServiceHeadlineNews Release Tuesday, 20 February 2024

YOGYAKARTA, INDONESIA — February 19, 2024 — A team of lecturers led by a lecturer from the Faculty of Biology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held an engaging Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with millennial farmers from Kalurahan Karangmojo, Kapanewon Karangmojo, Gunungkidul Regency. This event is part of the Faculty of Biology’s initiative to encourage dialogue and collaboration between the academic world and field practitioners to enhance sustainable agriculture.

The FGD was held on February 18, 2024, in the meeting room of the Agricultural Extension Center of Kapanewon Karangmojo. The participating millennial farmers represented various backgrounds and experiences in agriculture, ranging from organic farmers to advanced technology farmers. They shared ideas, experiences, and challenges they face in running agricultural businesses in the modern era. The team of lecturers facilitating this FGD was an interdisciplinary inter-faculty team, including members from the Faculty of Biology (Zuliyati Rohmah, S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D. Eng., and Ludmilla Fitri Untari, S.Si., M.Si.), the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (Umi Mahnuna Hanung, S.Si., M.Si.), and the Faculty of Pharmacy (Dr. Cintya Nurul Apsari, S.T.P., M.Si.).

The discussions held during the FGD and field visits covered various topics, including the use of technology in agriculture, organic farming practices, natural resource management, and marketing strategies for agricultural products. The results of these discussions will form the basis for developing more relevant and responsive educational, research, and community service programs tailored to the needs of millennial farmers.

The Faculty of Biology UGM hopes that this FGD will be the beginning of a sustainable partnership between the university and millennial farmers, bringing tangible positive impacts to the advancement of the agricultural sector in Indonesia. This activity is closely related to several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations. The dialogue and collaboration between the Faculty of Biology UGM and millennial farmers can increase farmers’ productivity and income (SDG 1: No Poverty) and support sustainable agriculture that enhances food security and nutrition (SDG 2: Zero Hunger). This initiative also develops more relevant educational programs for millennial farmers (SDG 4: Quality Education), supports economic growth and job creation in the agricultural sector (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth), and encourages innovation and modernization of agricultural practices (SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). The focus on organic farming practices and natural resource management supports sustainable production and consumption (SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production), and the sustainable agriculture discussed in the FGD contributes to climate change mitigation (SDG 13: Climate Action). Furthermore, the collaboration between the Faculty of Biology UGM and millennial farmers is a concrete example of partnerships that support the achievement of sustainable development goals (SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals).

Introducing Research from an Early Age: Animal Structure and Development Laboratory of the Faculty of Biology UGM Welcomes a Visit from Grade IV Students of SD Negeri Deresan

HeadlineNews Release Tuesday, 20 February 2024

On Thursday, February 15, 2024, Class IV from SD Negeri Deresan Yogyakarta had a special opportunity to

explore the world of science through an inspiring visit to the Animal Structure and Development Laboratory of the Faculty of Biology at UGM. This visit aimed to provide a deeper understanding of the scientifi

c concepts they learn in class and to inspire their interest in science. A total of 58 fourth-grade students from SDN Deresan, accompanied by 2 homeroom teachers and 4 accompanying teachers, were welcomed at the Faculty of Biology UGM by the Faculty’s Guest Reception Team and greeted by the Head of the Animal Structure and Development Laboratory, Dr. Ardaning Nuruliani, M. Kes. The children were then divided according to their classes and invited to the Histology & Embryology Section and the Animal Anatomy Section of the Animal Structure and Development Laboratory. All the lecturers of the Animal Structure and Development Laboratory, along with Master’s and Bachelor’s students conducting research there, also welcomed the students.

In the Histology & Embryology Section, students were introduced to microscopes and how to use them. They also observed the diffusion process and colorful microscopic preparations. Meanwhile, in the Animal Anatomy Section, students observed skeletal preparations, internal organs, and several anatomical specimens. The children showed remarkable enthusiasm and deep curiosity while learning in the laboratory. The visit also included a question-and-answer session, where the children were given the opportunity to ask questions about interesting science topics to the Master’s and Bachelor’s students conducting research in the laboratory. Intelligent and creative questions flowed, reflecting the growing interest in science among the young generation.

According to Mr. Paino, A. Ma (IVA Class Teacher) and Mr. Danang Nor Wicaksana, S.Pd. (IVB Class Teacher), this visit is part of the school’s efforts to provide diverse and in-depth learning experiences for their students. The students ended their visit with bright smiles on their faces and a deep sense of inspiration. “I want to be a scientist one day!” ; “I want to study here” and “I want to go to UGM” exclaimed the fourth graders with sparkling eyes. Such hopes may seem distant, but with visits like this, those possibilities feel much closer.

This activity of welcoming elementary school students is part of the Faculty of Biology’s commitment to supporting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) goal no. 4 Quality Education, goal no. 5 Gender Equality, and goal no. 17 Partnership for the Goals. Additionally, this initiative aligns with SDG goal no. 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure by fostering early interest in science and technology, and goal no. 10 Reduced Inequalities by providing equal learning opportunities regardless of background.