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SDG 14: Life Below Water

Achievement, Faculty Corner, News Report

UGM Lecturer Diah Widhiningsih Wins International Young Water Sustainability Leaders Award

Tuesday, 28 May 2024

Diah Fitria Widhiningsih, a Department of Agricultural Social Sciences lecturer at the UGM Faculty of Agriculture (Agriculture UGM), has achieved first place in the Young Water Sustainability Leaders 2024 competition. This competition, held on May 24 at the World Water Forum in Bali, was titled “Conserving Water, Conserving Our Future.” Widhiningsih stood out among 1,000 […].

News Report

UGM Develops Online Learning Module on Food Security and Climate Change with Asian, European Universities

Monday, 13 May 2024

Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) strongly supports the implementation of sustainable development as translated in the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Faculty Corner, News Report, Research

KOBI Collects 11,137 Indonesian Biodiversity Data Entries

Tuesday, 30 April 2024

As one of the world’s largest mega-biodiverse countries, Indonesia boasts many flora, fauna, and microbial species living in terrestrial, freshwater, wetland, coastal, and marine ecosystems. However, these conditions are currently under increasing pressure from destruction and the threat of extinction.

Faculty Corner, News Report, Research, Seminar/Workshop

Balancing Conservation and Community: Workshop Tackles Sustainable Shark Fisheries in Indonesia

Wednesday, 3 April 2024

Discussing small-scale shark fisheries in Indonesia never seems to end.

News Report, Seminar/Workshop

Marine Minister Calls for Advancements in Modern Fisherfolk Villages and Blue Carbon Data Provision

Friday, 8 March 2024

Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries of Indonesia Wahyu Sakti Trenggono highlighted his ministry’s commitment to developing five key marine aquaculture commodities.

Cooperation, News Report

Central Buton and UGM Forge Partnership in Fisheries, Tourism, Mining, and Human Capital

Friday, 1 March 2024

The Central Buton Regency Government and Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) have inked a collaborative agreement encompassing education, research, and community service (tri-dharma). The memorandum of cooperation was formalized by the Acting Regent of Central Buton, Dr. Andi Muhammad Yusuf, and the Rector of UGM, Professor Ova Emilia.

Faculty Corner, Inauguration of Professor, News Report

Professor at 35: Wicaksono Makes History, Unveils Seagrass Mapping Innovations

Friday, 16 February 2024

Professor Pramaditya Wicaksono has made history at UGM as the youngest full professor, achieving this milestone at the age of 35 years and 11 months.

News Report, Student Community Service Program

UGM Students’ Clean-Up Action Ignites Sustainable Tourism at Congot Beach, Yogyakarta

Monday, 5 February 2024

On a vibrant Saturday (Jan. 3), UGM students participating in the Community Service Program (KKN PPM) embarked on a beach clean-up operation at Congot Beach, Kulon Progo, Yogyakarta. This environmental care, held in conjunction with the Clean Congot Festival, was a collaborative effort involving the Kulonprogo Regency Government, the Yogyakarta Naval Base, local tourism managers, […].

Achievement, Faculty Corner, News Report

UGM Professor Receives Academic Leader Award in Maritime Sector

Thursday, 23 November 2023

Professor Alim Isnansetyo of UGM has been honored with the Academic Leader Award in the maritime field by the Directorate General of Research and Technology, Ministry of Education.

Achievement, Faculty Corner, News Report, Student Community Service Program

UGM Biology Lecturer Wins Outstanding Flagship Project in 2023 RCE Awards

Wednesday, 22 November 2023

Dr. Ganies Riza Aristya, a lecturer at the UGM Faculty of Biology, has been honored with the Outstanding Flagship Project Award at the 2023 RCE Awards for Innovative Projects on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).

Faculty Corner, Innovation, News Report

UGM Students Create Eco-Friendly Detergent from Bilimbi Fruit

Saturday, 11 November 2023

Detergent is a commonly used product by people to clean clothes, shoes, and other items in their daily lives.

News Report, Student Community Service Program

UGM Students Empower Children in Parangkusumo to Protect Environment

Wednesday, 25 October 2023

UGM students are teaching children environmental education in Parangkusumo, Yogyakarta’s coastal area.

Faculty Corner, Innovation, News Report

UGM Alumnus Fajar Kelana Presents Sustainable Solution to Climate Change at AIS Forum

Tuesday, 24 October 2023

At the working luncheon session of the High-Level Meeting of the Archipelagic and Island States (AIS) Forum on October 11, 2023, young innovators from island nations and archipelagos presented their innovations to address key issues of the forum.

Faculty Corner, News Report, Seminar/Workshop

12 Universities in Asia Discuss Critical Island Studies at UGM

Wednesday, 4 October 2023

Twelve Asian universities discussed critical island studies at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), on Sunday (October 1). These twelve universities come from Indonesia, the Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, China, and Japan.

Achievement, Faculty Corner, News Report, Research

UGM Lecturer Named Best Presenter at 2023 International Conference on Integrated Coastal Management & Marine Biotechnology (ICMMBT)

Monday, 25 September 2023

Professor Pramaditya Wicaksono, a lecturer at the UGM Faculty of Geography, has been honored with the “Best Presenter” award at the 4th International Conference on Integrated Coastal Management & Marine Biotechnology (ICMMBT).

News Report, Student Community Service Program

UGM’s Community Service Program Contributes to Cultural and Environmental Preservation in Raja Ampat

Friday, 1 September 2023

UGM students taking the Community Service Program (KKN-PPM) in Raja Ampat Regency, Southwest Papua Province, Indonesia, carried out several monumental programs. Apart from planting 100 mangrove trees along the coastal area of Teluk Mayalibit District, Raja Ampat Regency, they also hoisted the Indonesian flag underwater to commemorate the 78th Independence Day of Indonesia. Additionally, they […].

Faculty Corner, News Report

UGM Faculty of Geography Discusses SDGs, Reveals Indonesia’s Potential to Become World Maritime Axis

Thursday, 24 August 2023

As a maritime nation, Indonesia has substantial natural resources potential to achieve the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In the Sustainable Development Goals Seminar Series #92, maritime experts from the government, the United Nations, and academics gathered on Monday (August 21) to discuss these matters.

Innovation, News Report

UGM Introduces Organic Waste Management Technology to Address Waste Issues

Tuesday, 8 August 2023

Waste remains a significant problem for communities, making waste management crucial to address this issue. The UGM Faculty of Biology is trying to introduce various simple technologies for processing household waste, particularly organic waste.

Cooperation, News Report

Rector of UGM and Manager of Alas Purwo National Park Release Sea Turtle Hatchlings

Monday, 31 July 2023

The Rector of UGM, Professor Ova Emilia, MD, and the Manager of Alas Purwo National Park, Novita Kusumawardani, released 60 sea turtle hatchlings at Trianggulasi Beach, within the Alas Purwo National Park area on Saturday (29/7). The release comprised 40 olive ridley turtles and 20 green turtles.

Cooperation, Faculty Corner

UGM and Marine Technology Cooperation Research Center Forge Cooperation in Marine Research

Wednesday, 26 July 2023

Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has partnered with the Korea-Indonesia Marine Technology Research and Cooperation Center. The signing of the academic and research cooperation was conducted by the Vice-Rector for Research, Development, and Cooperation, Ignatius Susatyo Wijoyo, and the Director of MTCRC, Dr. Park Hansan, along with Dr.

Faculty Corner, News Report, Seminar/Workshop

118 Scholars From Five Countries Discuss Sustainable Fisheries at UGM

Wednesday, 26 July 2023

On July 24, 2023, hundreds of scientists and academics from five countries gathered at UGM to participate in the International Symposium on Marine and Fisheries Research (ISMFR).