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Nuclear medicine and realtime PCR system for better health services in the future

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Nuclear medicine is a unique field of science and plays an important role in the medical field. This science uses open radiation energy from the nuclear nucleus to assess organ function, diagnose, treat and treat diseases. Professor of Nuclear Medicine, Prof. Dr. dr. Aisyah Elliyanti, SpKN (K).,MKes, Faculty of Medicine, Andalas University said “Nuclear medicine plays a major role in the treatment of cancer that is more integrated and comprehensive, so that cancer patients no longer need to move abroad for therapy,”

Nuclear medicine thernostic concept that provides systematically integrated information for diagnosing disease, so that disease management can be more efficient, and trial and error can be avoided. As an example, adjuvant therapy for thyroid cancer is differentiated by using radioactive iodine which can increase the cure rate. This is an example of thearonostics application using radiopharmaceuticals for diagnosis and therapy.

Multiplex Realtime PCR for the detection of high-risk human papilloma virus as a cause of cervical cancer

Uterine cervical cancer or cervical cancer is the second leading cause of death in women worldwide, including Indonesia. World data for 2020 shows that out of 600 thousand cases, there were 342 thousand deaths, while in Indonesia alone, out of 36 thousand cases, 21 thousand deaths were found.

Various screening methods have been developed for the detection of this malignancy, such as the pap smear or Acetic Acid Visual Inspection (IVA) to see changes in mucosal cells, but this method is more functional for detecting existing cancer cells. On the other hand, more than 90% of cervical cancers are associated with certain types of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection which are categorized as ‘high risk types’, namely HPV 16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59, 68, 73, and 82, although the predominant types are 16 and 18. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 10% of women with HPV infection will develop cervical cancer. This is the basis that HPV screening is the best method to prevent the development of cervical cancer in women.

The Diagnostic and Research Center for Infectious Diseases (PDRPI) Faculty of Medicine, Andalas University, in collaboration with the Indonesian Obstetrics and Gynecology Association (POGI), especially the Oncology division, has formed a team to detect a diagnostic method based on nucleic acid amplification using the Multiplex Real Time PCR approach. The team consists of Dr.dr. Andani Eka Putra, MSc, dr. Linosefa, SpMK, Dr. Syandres Prima Putra, MSc from PDRPI and Dr.dr. Syamel Muhammad, SpOG, Onk, Dr.dr. Bobby Indra Utama SpOG from POGI.

The results showed that the sensitivity and specificity of the results reached 100% when compared with standard detection methods using GP and MY primers. However, this method is more effective and efficient because it does not require electrophoresis after nucleic acid amplification. The method we have developed is capable of simultaneously detecting 5 (five) types of HPV, namely 11, 16, 18, 45 and 52 within a maximum of 3 hours after the sample is received.

The research results have obtained a commercial collaboration with PT. Crown Technology Indonesia. Currently in the process of obtaining a Distribution Permit Number (NIE). The composition of the Domestic Component Level (TKDN) is around 60%, and is targeted to reach more than 90% within the next 1 year.

The achievements of IPB University alumni in various sectors

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IPB University alumni are known for their integrity, innovation, and inspiration. The alumni, who are spread in various fields, play an important role in the nation’s life. Not only at the far reaches of the archipelago but all over the world.

Haidhar Wurjanto’s fight to raise the name Esteh Indonesia is one of the alumni’s achievements in Indonesia. Haidhar rose to prominence at a young age. It began with a modest product idea that many people liked, and it eventually grew into something unique. “Never underestimate your own ideas, even if you think they are too simple,” Haidhar advised.

Esteh Indonesia quickly gained popularity on social media because of its simplicity. With strong integrity, the founder of Esteh Indonesia never gave up, and Haidhar Wurjanto was eventually able to promote Esteh Indonesia to join global markets.

However, Haidhar possesses more than just virality as an advantage. He started thinking about a sustainable business and an effort to adapt, building big dreams in the market until he was able to grow 20 outlets to 100 outlets, 250 outlets, and 800 outlets between 2021 and 2022.

Read more of his story at www.prestigeonline.com/id/40-under-40/haidhar-wurjanto/

In the academic field, IPB University is very proud of the role and achievements of Prof. Anuraga Jayanegara, one of the professors of the Faculty of Animal Husbandry at IPB University. His name has just been included in the “Top 2% Scientists in the World” or “2% Most Influential Researchers in the World in 2022” list. There are many criteria that must be met to be included in this ranking. Elsevier BV assesses more than 100 thousand researchers around the world for ranking. So, it really is something to be proud of when this alumnus makes it to the list. Learn more about this alumnus at https://www.detik.com/edu/edutainment/d-6373956/guru-besar-ipb-masuk-daftar-peneliti-paling-berpengaruh-di-dunia.

Putri Ernawati Abidin’s name is now recognized throughout the international community as a result of her production of high-quality sweet potato seeds. Likewise, the sweet potatoes produced are highly competitive, allowing them to enter the international market. The CEO of Reputed Agriculture for Development Stichting and Foundation’s activities and achievements can be found at: https://www.alumniipbpedia.id/post/putri-ernawati-abidin and https://mediaindonesia.com/ekonomi/523118/penggunaan-bibit-unggul-ubi-jalar-agar-tembus-pasar-ekspor.

Dr. Arief Budiono’s brilliance as an academic and researcher is recognized for being able to explain the core of the science of human embryology by studying Koranic explanation. Read Arief Budiono’s outstanding profile and unique ideas on: https://www.alumniipbpedia.id/post/arief-boediono https://edukasi.sindonews.com/read/409710/211/pakar-ipb-university-kaji-penjelasan-alquran-tentang-ilmu-embriologi-manusia-1619453041?showpage=all.

The name Tri Mumpuni remains inspiring. She is the only Indonesian to be included in the list of the 22 most influential Muslim scientists in the world for 2021. She is well-known for her success in promoting community development through the provision of local energy. Her achievements and work can be found at: https://www.goodnewsfromindonesia.id/2021/12/20/menerjang-aral-demi-terangi-desa-dari-gelap-gulita-tri-mumpuni-saya-mendapat-kebahagiaan

Sunarso, an IPB University alumnus who specializes in the banking industry, has demonstrated his abilities in the face of difficult global economic situations. Sunarso has produced the finest performance as the Main Director of PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero) Tbk or BRI, making a net profit while in charge of BRI.

Sunarso has made many achievements as a leader in the banking industry. One of them is the prestigious Best CEO with Distinction award for the Company With More Than 1,000 Employees category at the Indonesia Best CEO 2022 event. Sunarso is recognized for his ability to guide BRI’s growth in the face of tremendous challenges such as technological disruption and the Covid-19 crisis. Check out Sunarso’s achievements and success in protecting the banking sector from the crisis: https://bisnis.tempo.co/read/1660561/bri-borong-penghargaan-sunarso-jadi-ceo-of-the-year also on https://www.inews.id/finance/bisnis/leadership-kuat-bawa-dirut-bri-sunarso-jadi-indonesia-best-ceo-2022 about his journey being named Best of the Best “Marketeer of the Year 2022”. ***

UMY develops floating rice field technology

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The Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta Community Service Institute (LPM UMY) conducted a joint rice harvest on Wednesday (04/01) at the Green House of the UMY Faculty of Agriculture. The rice harvest this time is different from any other rice harvest events, as in this event LPM UMY presented a demonstration of their floating rice field. Before harvesting rice on UMY’s agricultural land, LPM UMY had conducted community service in Muhuran Village, Kota Bangun District, Kutai Kartanegara and Minta Village, West Kutai, East Kalimantan with this technology.

According to the head of LPM UMY, Dr. Ir. Gatot Supangkat, MP, IPM., ASEAN. Eng. the people of Minta and Muhuran villages often experience crop failures so their paddy and rice production is not optimal. “When we came there, residents complained about crop failure and suboptimal rice production. Residents took advantage of the receding swamp area as rice planting land. However, this land often gets overflowed by the Mahakam river, and as a result the rice is submerged in water, which results in crop failure,” said Gatot.

Gatot also said that the agricultural sector is very vulnerable to climate change, especially rain intensity because it affects cropping patterns, planting time, production, and yield quality. “High and erratic rain intensity results in agricultural land experiencing flooding or waterlogging, therefore an innovative technology is needed to improve our agricultural system. One of the innovations in cultivation technology on flood- and swamp-prone land is by implementing the floating farming system that UMY has developed,” he continued.

He also claims that this technology is very suitable to be applied in the village of Muhuran and Minta village which have areas that are essentially swamps. “This technology is very suitable to be implemented in flood-prone or swamp-prone areas such as in Muhuran village and Minta village. This technology can improve production and income for farmers, because there is an increase in the economic value of the land. Of course, the floating rice farming system is a solution to overcome and optimize the use of flood-prone and swamp-prone land conditions,” he said.

Meanwhile, Rector of UMY Prof. Dr. Ir. Gunawan Budiyanto MP, IPM., ASEAN. Eng. explained that the technology that has been developed by UMY uses local resources. “The technology we have developed uses 100% local resources. This is also a distinct advantage for the preservation of the technology so that when the service team are finished with their task, the community is still empowered. The locals can source raw materials for making tools and fertilizers from local resources” he said.

Gunawan also revealed that this floating agricultural land utilizes peat land in swamps which often gets overflows from the Mahakam River. He emphasized that peatland has a myriad of benefits for agriculture, but can also have a negative impact on the climate. “What we use as agricultural land here is peat land. Peat is very useful for agriculture. However, if this land is not managed properly, it will have a negative impact for the environment and also the climate,” he explained.

Gunawan further explained that peatlands can store up to 30 percent of the world’s carbon so that it is not released into the atmosphere. If this carbon is released, it will result in climate change and natural disasters. This is also the reason one cannot cultivate peatlands haphazardly.

Gunawan also emphasized that this Project is a part of UMY’s effort of implementing one of the Sustainable Development Goals program to end hunger (Zero Hunger). “With the use of this land as a medium for planting rice, we hope that it will advance the Zero Hunger SDG program,” he continued. Furthermore, LPM UMY will carry out a similar service in the city of Pekalongan, which has the same problem with their rice harvest.

ITS launches initiative for MSME packaging and branding

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Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) has launched a new initiative called Packaging Design House to provide innovative and inventive solutions for the packaging branding needs of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The launch was held on Wednesday, 8 February 2023, at the ITS Research Center Building in conjunction with the 5th anniversary of the Department of Visual Communication Design. The event was attended by ITS’ Vice-Rector for Research, Innovation, Cooperation, and Alumni and the Dean of the Faculty of Creative Design and Digital Business.

ITS’ Packaging Design House is an extension of ITS’ 1,000 Packaging Design Community Service Program that was launched last year. The head of ITS’ Packaging Design House, Mr. Sayatman, explains that the program aims to offer packaging design and branding development services for MSMEs to enhance the selling value of their products and support their growth in Indonesia. The services provided by ITS’ Packaging Design House include not only packaging design but also training programs and mentoring for MSMEs.

Additionally, the Packaging Design House plans to provide tools and machines that can produce packaging on an MSME production scale in the future. The objective of ITS’ Packaging Design House is to support MSMEs with the necessary skills, knowledge, and tools to create eye-catching and effective packaging designs that will help them stand out in a competitive market. With this initiative, ITS is committed to empowering MSMEs and contributing to the growth of Indonesia’s economy.

UNAIR – MSU Malaysia launch double degree program in Master of Management

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Universitas Airlangga is opening a double degree program with the Management and Science University (MSU), Malaysia. The double degree program will involve Master of Management UNAIR and Master of Business Administration (Project Management) MSU Malaysia.

The inauguration of the program was held at the MSU, Malaysia, on Monday, March 13, 2023. It was attended by UNAIR Rector Prof. Dr. Mohammad Nasih, Malaysian Minister of Higher Education YB Dato’ Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, President of MSU Prof. Tan Sri Dato Wira Dr Mohd Shukri Ab Yajid, and Prof. Dr. Eddy Yusuf Rector of Jakarta Global University. On the occasion, there was a launching of Dual Campus MSU Shah Alam & MSU Jakarta, and the launching of a Double Degree Program Between MSU-UNAIR-JGU.

“It is time for countries of the same region to hold hands, collaborate and work together. We really believe that this collaboration is not only for MSU and UNAIR and the two countries, but also for the greatest benefit of mankind,” said UNAIR Rector, Prof Moh Nasih.

UNAIR Rector at the launch of the double degree program was joined by Vice Rector for Academic, Student, and Alumni Affairs, Prof. Dr. Bambang Sektiari Lukiswanto DEA Drh,, Vice Rector for Research, Innovation and Community Development Prof. Dr. Ni Nyoman Tri Puspaningsih Dra MSi, and Vice Rector for Internationalization, Digitalization, and Information Prof. Muhammad Miftahussurur Dr. MKes SpPD-KGEH PhD FINASIM.

Apart from inaugurating the double degree program, UNAIR Rector and staff visited MSU Medical Centre Private Specialist Hospital, had a meeting with Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) students, and had lunch prepared by MSU chefs and students.

PASTI: a revolutionary patient monitoring system developed by ITS

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A research team from Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) has developed a Patient Portable Monitoring System (PPMS) tool into more cutting-edge technology, called Patient Monitoring System with Simplicity Integration (PASTI). With funding from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) SIGHT 2022 and contributions from four other universities, including Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang, Universitas Dian Nuswantoro, Universitas Bina Nusantara, and Universitas Katolik Atmajaya, the PASTI system represents a major leap forward in patient care. This innovation aims to improve the performance of healthcare professionals and lead to better outcomes for patients.

Dr. Wiwik Anggraeni S.Si., M.Kom., as the developer team explained that the development of PASTI involved six months of work, during which they created a web-based application to simulate the data transaction. It is designed as a modular system that can be easily integrated with existing information systems. This allowed them to demonstrate how PASTI could be used to monitor patients in real-time. PASTI is a prime example of how technology can be harnessed to improve healthcare services and change lives for the better. As this innovative new system continues to evolve, it has the potential to transform the way patients are monitored and treated, making healthcare more accessible and effective than ever before.

ITS hosts UMAP Discovery Camp and facilitates student exchange

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As the part of embodying an internationalisation spirit, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, ITS,  hosted the University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific (UMAP) Discovery Camp 2023. This program offers an incredible opportunity for students to experience student exchange, and it successfully took place from the 5th to the 17th of February 2023 in Surabaya and Semarang.

UMAP is a student exchange program that has been established since 1991, and Indonesia has joined the membership of this particular program since 2019. Throughout the years, the UMAP consortium has been promoting student exchange among 600 universities accross 36 countries in Asia and Pacific Rim region. In this year’s UMAP edition, ITS and Universitas Islam Sultan Agung (Unissula) Semarang got the opportunity to host this wonderful program.

During the first week, all participants spent the activities in ITS including campus tour activity, then the following week the journey continued in Unissula. The program consists of mini-lectures from doctors and professors, guests from the city government departments, embassies, famous personalities, video presentations, discussions, master classes, case studies/subgroup work, and homework. In Surabaya, the students had not only formal courses but also outdoor activities such as watching traditional dances, visiting schools and playing traditional Indonesian sports to get closer with the culture of Indonesia and Surabaya.

The UMAP Discovery Camp 2023 provided participants with the chance to immerse themselves in different cultures and meet people from various backgrounds, with the added benefit of gaining academic credits and enhancing their language skills. By conducting this program, it is expected that participants could gain new horizon of perspective of cultures in Indonesia (particularly Surabaya and Semarang) as well as promoting Indonesia to others.

ITS partners with Singapore in INOVASI collaboration to drive innovation

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Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) is one of the four top universities in Indonesia, known for its remarkable commitment to research and academic programs. This recognition is reinforced by its collaboration with Indonesia Nanyang International University Singapore Institute of Research for Sustainability and Innovation (INOVASI), which was initiated by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore.

ITS, together with ITB, UI, UGM, and NTU, is engaged in a reciprocal collaboration focused on education, research, and community services. The project involves joint research, researcher exchanges, joint supervision for Master’s and PhD programs, and joint publications. According to Bambang Pramujati, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D., Vice Rector IV for Research, Innovation, Cooperation, and Alumni at ITS, this partnership has already produced flagship projects such as the renewable energy living lab and eco-campus.

The partnership agreement between the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikbudristek) and NTU was signed in Jakarta on December 14, 2022. Additionally, Kemendikbudristek signed a partnership with the Indonesia Endowment Funds for Education (LPDP) to fund the Indonesia NTU Singapore Institute of Research for Sustainability and Innovation (INSPIRASI).

ITS’ appointment as one of the top universities in Indonesia is a testament to its active contribution to research and innovation on a global scale. As a governing board of the Eastern Part of Indonesia University Network (UPI-Unet), ITS is also expected to collaborate with other universities in the network for future projects, further bolstering collective efforts to promote innovation and research in Indonesia.

The collaboration is expected to proceed smoothly, with anticipated benefits realized as intended. Optimism abounds that this will enhance ITS’ reputation domestically and internationally and contribute to positive impacts on society.

UNAIR Faculty of Medicine alumnus shares experience as a surgeon in the United States

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The Faculty of Medicine (FK) Universitas Airlangga is widely known as one of the best medical schools in Indonesia. Since its establishment in 1913 as Nederlandsch-Indische Artsen School (NIAS), the faculty has produced professional doctors in the nation’s medical field.

The alumni have built professional medical careers at the national and international levels. Iswanto Sucandy MD FACS, UNAIR Medicine alumnus class of 1997, is one of them. Currently, the Hepatopancreaticobiliary surgeon works at the AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery in Tampa, Florida, US.

Dr. Iswanto’s career first began in 2007 when he applied for a resident doctor position. ”At that time, I wanted to study overseas, to keep gaining knowledge until I finally landed here. A fellow alumnus at UNAIR told me, ‘maybe you should explore residency programs in the US,’” he stated in Dokter UNAIR TV, The story of UNAIR FK alumnus pursuing Hepatopancreaticobiliary in the US on Monday, January 23, 2023.

To conduct a residency program in the US, he had to take the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE). The examination is mandatory for both Americans and foreigners who want to practice medicine in the US. After passing the exam, he spent seven years practicing general surgery residency, including at Jefferson Abington Hospital, Philadelphia.

After that, Dr. Iswanto took a fellowship program for Minimally Invasive Gastrointestinal Surgery at Yale School of Medicine for a year. He was offered a teaching position at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center but chose Tampa, Florida, to continue his career.

Medical career opportunities in the US 

Dr. Iswanto also shared several opportunities he has received as a professional surgeon in the US. The US government is committed to accommodating surgeons to serve the patients.

“The government funds the teaching hospitals to train the surgeons. In the US, we got the government’s funds plus salary,” he said. The government also opens residency programs in teaching and non-teaching hospitals.

“Earlier, interns were only in universities. As time goes by, the government realizes that we need more medical specialists. Therefore, they open standardized residency programs in non-teaching hospitals,” he stated.

Tips on building a medical career in the US 

To be a professional surgeon overseas, Dr. Iswanto believed that strong intention is the main key to success. Many of the doctors were unable to finish the internship program in a competitive environment.

Besides, preparing for USMLE is also required to familiarize with the exam system. “The US has its own examination system and we have to be familiar with the way it works. The problem occurs when the board tests the foreign doctors, they don’t pass as they are not familiar with the test,” he concluded.

Nogogeni ITS defends championship title at KMHE 2022

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The Nogogeni ITS team, known for producing energy-efficient cars from Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS), has once again triumphed at the 2022 Energy-Efficient Car Competition (Kontes Mobil Hemat Energi). The team, which represents ITS at the competition, emerged victorious in the Urban Concept Electric Motor category. The announcement was made on Thursday (3/11/2022), following the final round of the competition.

This annual competition is held by the National Achievement Center (Pusat Prestasi Nasional) by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology. The General Manager of the Nogogeni Team, Ghalib Fakhrizal explained that the competition requires participants to build cars with the best possible fuel efficiency. After two years of being held online, the KMHE 2022 was held on-site, located in Surabaya, at the Gelora Bung Tomo Circuit (GBT) to be precise.

Since 2015, Ghalib’s Nogogeni team has consistently participated in the Energy-Efficient Car Competition, winning awards in various categories each year. From 2019 to 2022, the team won first place in the Urban Concept Electric Motor category for four consecutive years. This year, the team competed with their Nogogeni VII Evo flagship car in the Urban Concept vehicle category, specifically in the Electric Motor energy class. The competition challenged participants to design a four-wheeled vehicle that is energy-efficient and suitable for street driving, with the race requiring the car to complete eight laps in 25 minutes.

According to Ghalib, the Nogogeni VII Evo was designed to be more aerodynamic and lightweight in order to achieve greater efficiency, which are the two primary factors in its success. The car was evaluated based on its ability to save energy and complete the race quickly, and it finished in under 25 minutes with an energy efficiency rating of 186.56 kilometers per kilowatt hour. As a result, the Nogogeni ITS Team was named the champion of the competition in its category, and Ghalib expressed hope that they will be able to maintain this title in the coming years.