The Research Center and Study Program of Biotechnology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), in collaboration with Indonesian Journal of Biotechnology, organized a two-day workshop titled “High-Impact Scientific Writing & Publication Strategy.” The event took place on Wednesday and Thursday, April 22–23, 2026, at the Biotechnology Lecture Room, 3rd Floor, PAU Building, UGM.

The workshop featured distinguished speakers, including Prof. Bernhard Grimm from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Dr. Tri Rini Nuringtyas, and Prof. Yekti Asih Purwestri from Universitas Gadjah Mada. The program aimed to strengthen participants’ skills in producing high-quality scientific publications and navigating the global academic publishing landscape. read more

The Doctoral Program in Biotechnology, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), organized an academic discussion with Visiting Professor, Prof. Dr. Bernhard Grimm. The event was held on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 09:00 to 13:00 WIB, at the Oval Room, 2nd Floor, Biotechnology Study Program, PAU Building, UGM.

This discussion is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen academic quality and advance curriculum development within the Biotechnology Program. Through collaboration with an international scholar, the activity aims to provide a global perspective in designing a curriculum that is adaptive to the rapid development of science and technology, particularly in the field of biotechnology. read more

The Biotechnology Study Program strengthens its international engagement through an academic visit by Prof. Dr. Bernhard Grimm, a leading expert in plant molecular biology from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Germany. The activity took place on Monday, April 13, 2026, at the Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, RCB.

This visit is part of the Visiting Professor Program, aimed at enhancing research collaboration, knowledge exchange, and curriculum development within the Biotechnology Study Program.

The discussion was highly interactive and attended by faculty leaders, and lecturers. Notable attendees included the Dean of the Graduate School, the Head of the Master’s and Doctoral Programs in Biotechnology, and the Head of the Biotechnology Research Center. read more

The Doctoral Program in Biotechnology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a Doctoral Biotechnology Students Gathering (Sarasehan) on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. The event took place at the CWS Building, 3rd Floor Hallway, from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM.

This gathering was organized to strengthen connections among students of the Doctoral Program in Biotechnology at UGM while providing an informal forum for discussion and knowledge sharing. The event created an opportunity for students to exchange experiences, ideas, and updates on their ongoing research. read more

The Academic Development Team of the Master’s and Doctoral Biotechnology Programs, Graduate School Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), organized a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) as part of efforts to adjust the curriculum in response to recent Rector Regulations and the implementation of the latest curriculum framework.

The event was held on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM WIB at the 2nd Floor Meeting Room of the Biotechnology Study Program, PAU UGM. The FGD brought together faculty members and internal stakeholders to discuss strategic directions for curriculum development. read more

The Biotechnology Study Program, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), will hold the UGM Biotechnology Open House to introduce the world of biotechnology to the wider public, especially prospective students and young academics interested in this field.

This event is designed as an interactive platform providing comprehensive information about the study program, flagship research, and career opportunities in biotechnology. Participants will have the chance to explore the academic environment, research facilities, and innovations developed by the UGM Biotechnology Study Program. read more

The Doctoral Program in Biotechnology, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada, held the first phase of the Publication Manuscript Workshop today, aiming to support doctoral students in finalizing their manuscripts for journal submission. This initiative is part of the program’s continuous effort to accelerate student graduation through research publication readiness.

The workshop focused on an in-depth review of complete manuscript drafts from participating students. Each participant had the opportunity to discuss their work individually with the evaluation team, consisting of Dr. Tri Rini Nuringtyas, M.Sc, Head of the Doctoral Program in Biotechnology, and Dr. Fajar Sofiantoro, M.Sc, researcher at the Center for Biotechnology, UGM. read more

Yogyakarta, August 6–7, 2025 – In response to rapid technological advancements, knowledge of modern biotechnology and molecular detection techniques has become increasingly essential. The Master’s and Doctoral Program in Biotechnology, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), hosted a Short Course & Workshop on Wednesday–Thursday, August 6–7, 2025.

Carrying the theme “Introduction to Basic Microbiology and Molecular Detection Techniques for High School Teachers in Yogyakarta”, the program brought together 26 high school biology teachers from various schools across the Special Region of Yogyakarta. Combining theory and hands-on practice, the training aimed to strengthen teachers’ competence in teaching modern biotechnology aligned with the national curriculum, while also contributing to SDG 4 (Quality Education). read more

Yogyakarta, July 14, 2025 — The Doctoral Program in Biotechnology, Graduate School, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), successfully held a workshop titled OMERO–GammaPath Implementation: Enhancing Image Management and Analysis for Teaching and Research in Biology and Biotechnology on Monday, July 14, 2025. This activity was part of the implementation of the Transnational Education (TNE) Project supported by the British Council, in collaboration with the School of Life Sciences, University of Dundee. read more

The Doctoral Program in Biotechnology, Graduate School, Universitas Gadjah Mada, successfully held Biotech Camp 2025, an annual internal event designed to foster research progress, strengthen academic community, and support doctoral candidates in their journey toward completion, on July 3, 2025.

In this year’s camp, all active Ph.D. students in Biotechnology were required to present their research progress in front of their peers and the program’s quality assurance team. The event was opened with a speech and remarks by the Head of the Doctoral Program, emphasizing the importance of continuous research monitoring and constructive feedback as key components for successful doctoral training. read more