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FMIPA-USK and FKP-USK Synergize to Encourage All Parties to Save Sea Turtles

Banda Aceh, July 16, 2024 – Sea turtles are endangered marine reptiles listed on the IUCN Red List and CITES Appendix I. Therefore, all forms of utilization and circulation require serious attention from various parties. Currently, six of the seven remaining species of sea turtles in the world are found in Indonesia, with some species, such as the leatherback turtle, green turtle, olive ridley turtle, and hawksbill turtle, found in the Aceh Province. Aceh is known as a haven for sea turtle populations, being the largest landing site in Indonesia. …

FMIPA USK Hosts UNESCO Workshop on AI Readiness Assessment in Indonesia

Banda Aceh, July 11, 2024 – The Informatics Department of FMIPA Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK) hosted the UNESCO Consultative Workshop on the Readiness Assessment Methodology for Artificial Intelligence (RAM AI) in Indonesia. This event resulted from the collaboration between UNESCO, KOMINFO, USK, and KORIKA (Collaboration for Industrial Artificial Intelligence Research and Innovation). In his opening remarks, the Rector of Universitas Syiah Kuala, Prof. Dr. Ir. Marwan, expressed USK’s commitment to being part of technological development in Indonesia. “We are very pleased to host this important event focused on AI ethics …

USK, SEAMEO BIOTROP, and USM Hold Biodiversity Conservation Workshop

Banda Aceh, June 24, 2024 – The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK) collaborated with SEAMEO BIOTROP and Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) to organize a training workshop titled “Biodiversity Conservation and Invasive Alien Species Identification.” The event, held on the USK campus, aimed to enhance participants’ capacity and knowledge in biodiversity conservation and the identification and control of invasive alien species. The workshop was attended by academics, researchers, students, and conservation practitioners from Indonesia and Malaysia. This initiative is part of a joint effort …

Workshop on Biodiversity Conservation and Identification of Invasive Alien Species

Banda Aceh, June 24, 2024 – Workshop titled “Biodiversity Conservation and Identification of Invasive Alien Species” was held at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK). This event was organized in collaboration between SEAMEO BIOTROP, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), and the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences USK. The event commenced with a traditional dance performance, Ranup Lampuan, followed by speeches from Dr. Zulhamsyah Imran, Director of SEAMEO BIOTROP, Prof. Dr. Darlina binti Md Naim, representing USM, and Prof. Dr. Taufik Fuadi Abidin, …

P3KKN Holds a Briefing to Provide the Necessary Knowledge and Skills for Students

The Center for Community Services and Development (P3KKN) Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK) organized a briefing event for KKN (Kuliah Kerja Nyata) students. The event, held at the AAC Dayyan Dawood Building, was officially opened by USK Rector, Prof. Dr. Ir. Marwan, and attended by several key officials, including the main speaker, Acting Regent of Aceh Besar, Muhammad Iswanto, SSTP, MM. The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) USK also sent 87 students who will implement appropriate technology that can be used in villages. This period’s Regular KKN theme is …

Master’s Student in Biology FMIPA USK Wins Favorite Champion Award in Pure Science Category in Russia

Banda Aceh, May, 2024 – Mohammad Adzannie Bessania Raviq, a Master’s student in Biology Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of Syiah Kuala University (USK), garnered significant acclaim at the International Conference on Biodiversity and Conservation in Russia. Adzannie’s presentation, which focused on Biodiversity and Conservation in Aceh, was part of the III International Scientific and Practical Conference of Foreign Students of Preparatory Departments of Universities, themed Discovering the World of Science, organized by Kazan Federal University on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Delivered entirely in Russian, Adzannie’s presentation shed …

Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy through Communication and Counseling Strategies for Healthcare Providers

Banda Aceh, May 21, 2024 – Vaccine hesitancy, characterized by the delay in accepting or refusing vaccines despite the availability of vaccination services, poses a complex challenge to public health. To tackle this issue, the Department of Pharmacy, FMIPA Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK) hosted a guest lecture, Engaging Healthcare Providers: Empowering Healthcare Professionals to Address Vaccine Hesitancy through Effective Communication and Counseling. The guest lecture event was opened by Dr. Nasrullah Zaini, S.Si., M.Si., M.Sc., the Vice Dean of Academic Affairs, and delivered by Dr. M. Rinaldi Sufri, MPH, a …

Effective Strategies for Tackling MDR and XDR TB: A Guest Lecture by the Department of Pharmacy

Banda Aceh, May 22, 2024 – The Department of Pharmacy, FMIPA USK, held a guest lecture via Zoom on The Role of Pharmacists in Managing MDR TB, XDR TB, and Case Discussions on TB. Prof. Dr. Syed Azhar Syed Sulaiman from the Universiti Sains Malaysia was the keynote speaker. The guest lecture, held from 09.00 to 12.30 WIB, was attended by lecturers, students, and healthcare professionals. Prof. Syed Azhar explained that Multi Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR TB) and Extensively Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (XDR TB) are TB resistant to standard treatment. MDR TB …

Dr. Zulkarnain Jalil, S.Si, M.Si Receives Science et Impact 2024 Grant from the French Government

Banda Aceh, May 21, 2024 – Dr. Zulkarnain Jalil, S.Si, M.Si, a permanent lecturer in the Physics Department of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK), has been awarded the prestigious Science et Impact 2024 grant from the French Government. This program is a collaborative science and technology initiative launched by the French Embassy in Indonesia, involving higher education institutions and research organizations in France. Dr. Zulkarnain secured this grant following the successful selection of his proposal titled “Research Internship and Joint Publication on …

Arrival of Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) Students at USK for Student Exchange Program

Banda Aceh, May 19, 2024 – Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK) proudly welcomed 10 students and 1 accompanying lecturer from the School of Quantitative Sciences (SQS) at Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) for a Student Exchange Program. This initiative is part of USK’s efforts to support the World Class University (WCU) program. The delegation arrived in Banda Aceh on May 19, 2024, at 8:00 AM WIB, along with students and accompanying lecturers from USK who had completed their activities at UUM. Their arrival at Sultan Iskandar Muda Airport, Aceh, was warmly greeted …

Four FMIPA Chemistry Students from USK Join MBKM Program in University Sains Malaysia (USM)

Four students from the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at Syiah Kuala University (USK), namely Tasya Ulfika, Silvie Nadiela Sas, Sri Mulyani, and Syafa Nabila, have been accepted as participants in the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) program at the School of Chemical Sciences, University Sains Malaysia (USM). They commenced this MBKM program in early March 2024. Over the following months, they will conduct research at USM under the guidance of Prof. Mohd Nasir, Prof. Hazwan Husin, and Dr. Mohd. Ridwan. Meanwhile, from USK, they …

FMIPA-USK’s Department of Chemistry Explores Collaboration with Malaysian Universities in Science and Chemistry

Banda Aceh, May 2, 2024 – The Department of Chemistry at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of Syiah Kuala University (USK) is forging collaborative ties with Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) through various platforms including seminars, webinars, international conferences, and student and lecturer mobility programs. In his opening remarks, Prof. Dr. Taufiq Fuadi Abidin, S.Si., M.Tech, the Dean of FMIPA-USK, expressed that this collaboration would yield mutual benefits for both students and faculty members of each university. He emphasized that this collaboration would …