SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
The World Mosquito Program (WMP) Yogyakarta plans to release millions of Wolbachia mosquito eggs in Buleleng Regency and Denpasar City, Bali, to anticipate the spread of dengue hemorrhagic fever during the upcoming rainy season. However, the plan to release Wolbachia mosquito eggs has been postponed due to public concerns about potential health effects on the […].
According to the International Diabetes Federation (2021), Indonesia ranks second with the highest number of hyperglycemia sufferers, reaching 19.5 million.
Driven by concern for the accumulation of organic waste, Rachael Tiono and her colleagues from the UGM Faculty of Dentistry processed peels from fruits and plants such as baby pacitan orange peel, horn banana peel, red dragon fruit peel, honeydew melon peel, and lemongrass leaves, into eco-enzymes for mouth ulcer medication.
A team of UGM students has developed an innovative pill capsule product specifically designed for cats to facilitate the administration of solid medications. Named Medi-Caps, these capsules are made from safe and pet-friendly materials, designed to reduce the risk of allergic reactions in cats and ensure the safety of long-term use.
The UGM Faculty of Animal Science, in collaboration with Global Food Partners (GFP) and PT Lion Super Indo, conducted Cage-Free Eggs System Training in Yogyakarta. The three-day training, held from November 3 to 5, 2023, took place at the Faculty of Animal Science and the International Training Center Cage-Free Innovation and Welfare Hub owned by […].
Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) received the National Work Award in the Researcher category on the 2023 National Health Day. This award further complements the National Work Awards that UGM has received in previous years, solidifying UGM’s presence as a university excelling in the innovation of health tools. The Ministry of Health presented the award during […].
A team of lecturers from Universitas Gadjah Mada, in collaboration with the Universitas Jenderal Achmad Yani Yogyakarta (Unjaya) team, is conducting prevention and handling activities for stunting cases in Sumberwungu Village, Gunungkidul. Empowering the community in stunting management is achieved by applying appropriate technology to support food and health resilience programs. This service activity is […].
Detergent is a commonly used product by people to clean clothes, shoes, and other items in their daily lives.
A total of 700 participants participated in a health walk organized by the UGM Employee Corps (Korpagama) on Saturday, October 28.
Since 2020, UGM has been researching the development of area-based organic agriculture in Sleman Regency, Yogyakarta. This research has produced several outcomes, including a model of sustainable agricultural governance and a Sleman Regent Regulation on the Development of Area-Based Organic Agriculture.
A team of UGM students called ESSEL has launched a sexual education program for students with hearing impairments using a social-emotional learning approach.
The Ministry of National Development Planning stated that between 2010 and 2023, 20% of food waste in Indonesia originated from fruits. As a result, farmers in Indonesia often face losses because they are unable to sell their harvests, either due to surplus produce or the short shelf life of fruits. Additionally, the 2021 report from […].
Mental health and modern technology are two inseparable components of today’s society. While the proliferation of technological advancements often generates various debates, it’s undeniable that technology has transformed the face of modern society.
The prevalence of chronic kidney failure (CKF) in Indonesia is quite alarming.
Students from Universitas Gadjah Mada participating in the Student Creativity Program in Entrepreneurship successfully developed a product named Herbaseed, a comprehensive educational kit for practical and educational herbal plant cultivation at home. Led by Fauzela Azira Ainaya (Biology), the team included Irma Khamidatus (Vocational College), Monica Margareta Periahkenukur (Pharmacy), Prasetyo Edi Pamungkas (Vocational College), and […].
Salmonellosis remains a global health concern. According to WHO, Salmonella bacteria, the cause of Salmonellosis, is one of the four global causes of diarrheal disease. Salmonellosis results not only in diarrhea but also in severe invasive infections such as bacteremia and meningitis, particularly in at-risk groups such as children, pregnant women, the elderly, and immunocompromised […].
Five UGM students have produced the MAHEZZA puzzle as part of an effort to address mental health issues in Indonesia. The UGM team consists of Yovanti Trifa Mivea, Ahmad Taufiq (Electronics and Instrumentation 2021), Apriana Vika Vikanbara (Management 2021), Muhammad Rizqi (Information Technology 2021), and Hemalia Happy Virginia Koeswardani (Psychology 2021).
Five UGM students have researched the potential of microalgae, specifically Chlorella vulgaris, as a treatment for mouth cavity wounds, particularly traumatic ulcers in type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) patients.
For children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), the childhood period can be challenging because they face significant difficulties in maintaining concentration, which affects their learning process.
A team of UGM students has developed an electronic tongue (E-Tongue) with machine learning technology to detect mineral and heavy metal content in drinking water. This technology can help the public identify the quality and safety of drinking water, preventing health risks from consuming contaminated water. The team comprises Inna Sri Utami (Physics), Alfian Daffa […].
A psychologist and manager of the Center for Public Mental Health at the UGM Faculty of Psychology, Nurul Kusuma Hidayati, emphasized the strategic role of mass media in shaping public perceptions of suicide. The way news narratives are presented can be used as an advocacy tool but can also have negative impacts.
High cholesterol, or hypercholesterolemia, is when a person has too much fat in their blood.
Urine and blood contain urea compounds that are essential indicators of liver and kidney conditions in the human body.
UGM Women’s Association Holds Social Service in Kocoran, Showing Commitment to Social Responsibility
The Universitas Gadjah Mada Women’s Association (DWP) organized a social service event on Tuesday, October 17, in Kocoran Hamlet, Sleman Regency. This activity is a collaboration between the association and the UGM 74th Anniversary Committee, UGM Academic Hospital, Gadjah Mada Medical Center, and the UGM Faculty of Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health. This activity reflects […].
A group of students from Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has uncovered the remarkable benefits of binahong leaves as a potential therapy for acute kidney injury. This research project, led by Zhafira Mafaz and involving her colleagues Astia Anelia, Zahira Shofa, Fadhil Maulana, and Iffah Zakiya Yasmin, is part of the Student Creativity Program in the […].
Five UGM students have developed a jacket that can adjust the wearer’s body temperature to the surrounding environment, known as the ACO Jacket.
A UGM student team conducted a social project to serve the community at the Bina Siwi Orphanage in Yogyakarta. The team sought to change the inclusive perspective of children with disabilities by creating a space for expression through dance and music.
The SENYUMIN application by the UGM Vocational College recently received the award for the best innovation at the Jakarta Innovation Awards (JIA) 2023, organized by the Regional Development Planning Agency of Jakarta in September 2023.
Five UGM students have developed a water filtration device based on the Internet of Things (IoT) to reduce iron content in groundwater.
Data from the Indonesian Ministry of Health in 2018 indicates that at least 1 in 16 people aged 15 and older have been diagnosed with depression. If this condition continues to be neglected, it is feared that it will lead to more significant mental health problems.