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Bakrie University Lecturer Won IEEE Grant

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Exciting news has arrived from Bakrie University. Dr. Iwan Adhicandra, SMIEEE, lecturer and Head of the Informatics Study Program, has won a prestigious USD 25,000 (equivalent to approximately IDR 400 million) grant from the IEEE Computer Society Emerging Technologies Fund for a project titled “Empowering Rural Communities in Indonesia through AI-Driven Agricultural Solutions.”

The official announcement was made by Brian Kirk, Senior Program Manager of the IEEE Computer Society, on behalf of Jyotika Athavale (Past President of the IEEE Computer Society & Chair of the Emerging Technologies Grant Selection Committee). In its letter, the IEEE stated that Dr. Iwan’s proposal was considered well-thought-out and ambitious, aligning with the IEEE Computer Society’s goal of encouraging the use of cutting-edge technology for the benefit of society.

This year, the IEEE Computer Society Emerging Technologies Fund competition attracted over 360 submissions from around the world, and only 11 proposals were selected as winners. Dr. Iwan’s proposal, “Empowering Rural Communities in Indonesia through AI-Driven Agricultural Solutions,” was one of the few to achieve international recognition.

Rural Farmer Empowerment Project

This project aims to increase agricultural productivity in rural Indonesia through the application of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Through a series of workshops and hands-on training, farmers will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to integrate AI technology into their farming processes.

With the support of this grant, the project is planned to last six months and includes:

Development of training materials and procurement of AI equipment (months 1–2)

Implementation of training in target communities (months 3–5)

Impact evaluation and feedback collection (month 6)

Measurable targets of this project include: training 100 farmers, increasing crop yields by 20% in a single planting season, and establishing a sustainable model for technology integration in the agricultural sector.

Bakrie Uni and Leeds Beckett Uni Sign MoU

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Bakrie University, through the Informatics Study Program, officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Leeds Beckett University, United Kingdom. This signing marks a significant milestone in the effort to internationalize higher education and strengthen global academic networks.

The MoU signed by the Rector of Bakrie University, Prof. Sofia W. Alisjahbana, M.Sc., Ph.D., IPU., ASEAN Eng., and Vice-Chancellor of Leeds Beckett University, Professor Peter Slee, marks the beginning of a strategic relationship aimed at developing long-term collaboration in various fields.

The main objectives of this MoU include:

-Joint curriculum development to ensure high-quality education,

-Collaboration in scientific research and development,

-Exchange of students and lecturers,

-Professional development opportunities for academic staff,

-Preparation of an articulation agreement in the field of computer science, especially in the BSc (Hons) Computer Science program,

-Exploration of the development of executive education, short courses, and international lecture series.

This collaboration is expected to expand access to higher education geographically and socially, while increasing the contribution of both institutions to society, industry, and the global community. In addition, both institutions agree to maintain quality standards and cost effectiveness in every form of collaboration.

The signing of this MoU was also attended by representatives from Leeds Beckett University, including Liam Howarth, Regional Manager for East and South East Asia, based in the UK, and Agung Adi Nugraha, Regional Officer for South East Asia, based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

In addition, this meeting also involved Noble Solutions as the institution’s liaison partner, represented by Michael Noble as Chief Executive Officer, Hoang Nam Pham as Managing Director, and Gari Soedarjo as Business Development.

From Bakrie University, this activity was attended by Muhammad Tri Andhika Kurniawan as Vice Rector II, Dr. Mohammad Ihsan as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, Dr. Iwan Adhicandra as Head of the Informatics Study Program, Hollila Hatta as Head of the International Affairs Office, and Kurniati Putri Haerina as Head of Public Relations and Cooperation of Bakrie University.

With this MoU, Bakrie University continues to demonstrate its commitment to establishing strategic relationships with world-renowned higher education institutions, preparing graduates who are not only competent at the national level but also ready to compete at the international level.