News Report
After a year of implementation, a UGM nutrition expert urges stricter food safety and an end to ultra-processed foods in Indonesia’s free meal program.
A UGM expert says 14 million workers earning below the minimum wage reflects limited job creation and weak worker bargaining power.
A UGM geology expert explains that a sinkhole in West Sumatra was triggered by geological conditions and heavy rainfall linked to Cyclone Senyar.
UGM research finds Indonesia’s stock market responds slowly to technology investment announcements, reflecting thin market characteristics.
UGM builds 100 temporary shelters in Aceh. A disaster expert emphasizes the importance of safety, risk-based planning, and mitigation in post-disaster reconstruction.
UGM expert calls for vegetative rehabilitation and agroforestry after watershed degradation triggered deadly flash floods in parts of Sumatra.
A UGM historian says the newly launched multi-volume Indonesian history book could gradually reshape history curricula in schools nationwide.
Pursuing 5.4 Percent Economic Growth in 2026, UGM Expert Urges Government to Prioritize Job Creation
UGM economist warns the 5.4 percent growth target for 2026 will be hard to reach without large-scale job creation and active government intervention.
UGM tourism expert says micro-tourism is rising due to expensive airfares and growing awareness of disaster risks during holiday travel.
UGM Professor Wakhid Slamet Ciptono introduces the Smart and Wise City concept, integrating technology, culture, and humanity in urban development.
Post-disaster ARI cases surge as a UGM pulmonologist warns children and the elderly are most at risk and urges preventive measures in affected areas.
A UGM psychology expert explains the differences between stress and burnout and shares practical tips to manage pressure and maintain productivity toward year-end.
UGM public policy expert warns that allowing active police officers to hold civil positions threatens democratic principles, civil governance, and reform progress.
Maternal mental health is crucial in parenting as many mothers balance caregiving and public roles amid social change, says a UGM psychologist.
Following floods in Sumatra, a UGM forestry academic urges reforms to address overlapping plantation and mining permits to strengthen forest governance.
A UGM sociologist highlights social, mobility, and environmental pressures faced by Yogyakarta residents amid the Christmas–New Year tourist surge.
Rising Hydrometeorological Disasters Signal Urgent Need to Accelerate Reforestation, Says UGM Expert
Amid rising hydrometeorological disasters, a UGM forestry expert urges Indonesia to curb deforestation and accelerate reforestation efforts.
A UGM public policy expert warns that the frequent absence of regional heads from their regions weakens leadership ethics and undermines government effectiveness.
A UGM pulmonology expert explains the dangers of carbon monoxide inhalation and outlines essential first aid steps during fire-related emergencies.
A UGM Geography lecturer joins UN-Habitat’s global expert group to help shape international guidelines for people-centered smart cities.
Central obesity is not merely excess weight. A UGM nutrition expert explains the serious health risks and how to prevent them.
UGM 24-Hour Clinic and Korpagama launch the Priority Clinic Card, offering priority health services and added benefits for members.
Only 5% of Indonesian universities are research-oriented. Experts urge stronger community engagement to ensure higher education delivers real impact.
BPOM found 32 illegal herbal products containing chemicals. A UGM professor urges the public to use natural medicines responsibly and safely.
Indonesia’s cocoa productivity continues to fall as UGM expert urges stronger replanting, superior seedlings, and sustainable pest control.
UGM transport expert urges the government to adopt demand management strategies to curb vehicle congestion during the year-end holidays and Eid homecoming.
UGM transportation expert urges motorists to prioritize safety as heavy rain is forecast across Java during the Christmas–New Year travel period.
UGM honors Eka Sari Lorena Soerbakti and Professor Abdul Rohman for their contributions to student entrepreneurship and the development of halal research.
UGM disaster expert urges comprehensive watershed inspections and stronger mitigation to prevent further flash floods in Sumatra during the rainy season.
Six puppeteers from UGM and Kagama staged the Rajamala Ruwat wayang kulit performance as part of UGM’s 76th anniversary celebrations.

