Expert Opinions
UGM psychologist urges early sexual education to protect children from predators, highlighting risks in digital media and the need for parental support.
Ahead of Eid al-Adha, UGM expert Prof. Panjono emphasizes the crucial need for awareness and proper implementation of animal welfare principles for sacrificial animals.
Indonesia ranks second in global TB cases. UGM epidemiologist supports the M72 vaccine clinical trial, highlighting its importance and public health potential.
UGM expert urges stronger inclusive economic policies as informal employment rises due to layoffs, post-pandemic impacts, and limited social security access.
A UGM professor says Indonesia could leverage its nickel reserves as a strategic bargaining tool in trade talks amid US plans to impose high tariffs.
UGM expert warns against rushing AI and coding education for elementary students, urging ethical, digital literacy, and critical thinking foundations.
UGM expert warns of food safety risks in MBG program, urging smaller-scale implementation and strict hygiene to prevent student food poisoning.
UGM Dean calls on business schools to contribute to poverty alleviation and institutional reform through education, research, and policy-oriented innovations.
RSA UGM nutritionist Pratiwi Dinia Sari shares practical tips to maintain a healthy weight during holidays. Learn how to balance indulgence with wellness through smart eating and simple phys...
UGM Academic Hospital promotes early detection of lupus through public education. Noviantoro Sunarko, MD, highlights key symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options to manage this chronic ...
UGM dermatologist Adissa Tiara Yulinvia, MD, warns of the risks of skin infections from unclean secondhand clothing and shares practical tips on washing and storing thrifted garments safely.
After 15 years of stagnation, UGM law lecturer Dr. Yance Arizona urges the government and DPR to prioritize and reformulate the Indigenous Peoples Bill to ensure legal recognition and justic...
UGM hosts a workshop to strengthen ethical, victim-centered narratives in sexual violence cases, equipping campus communicators with responsible practices.
Professor Dafri Agussalim of UGM raises concerns over potential child rights violations in the circus industry, calling for stronger oversight and public awareness.
UGM expert Dr. Subarsono weighs in on the proposed centralization of civil servant transfers, outlining its potential advantages and drawbacks for local governance in Indonesia.
UGM economist Dr. Wisnu Setiadi Nugroho warns against requiring vasectomy for social aid, calling the policy discriminatory and advocating for humane, education-based approaches to populatio...
UGM’s Dr. Rahayu urges a review of the Broadcasting Bill, warning of excessive authority, overlapping laws, and risks to freedom of expression on digital platforms.
UGM expert Dr. Abdul Gaffar Karim urges that proposals for new special regions must prioritize public welfare over elite interests, warning against political motives and calling for a compre...
In light of widespread food poisoning linked to the MBG program, UGM dietitian urges stronger food safety education and hygiene practices to protect public health during mass meal distributi...
UGM expert Dr. Dede Puji Setiono calls for bold reforms in the education sector amid rising cases of cheating and gratification, urging schools and universities to prioritize integrity and t...
Experts at UGM discuss Indonesia’s low public participation in policy-making, urging strategic action and highlighting impacts on democratic legitimacy.
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has forecasted that this year’s dry season will be shorter in some parts of Indonesia.
Dr. Bayu Dwi Apri Nugroho, a lecturer at the UGM Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP UGM), stated that simple technology is ideal for the agricultural sector. This technology can support...
Professor Suryono from UGM warns against allowing tukang gigi to practice at puskesmas, urging the government to improve dental education and facilities outside Java.
UGM sociologist Andreas Budi Widyanta warns that online gambling is creating a digital trap in Indonesia, with ties to politics and weak regulation.
Experts at ICONIC 2025 emphasize that infrastructure development must integrate social and environmental considerations through collaboration, innovation, and sustainability-focused policies...
As 343 open dumping landfills shut down, a UGM environmental expert calls for local government readiness, behavioral change, and stronger public waste education.
UGM child psychologist shares insights on “Jumbo” and its powerful messages about childhood trauma, emotional support, and the need for involved parenting.
UGM agricultural experts emphasize that product certification and labeling are key to improving consumer trust, expanding market access, and increasing the competitiveness of Indonesian live...
UGM’s Professor Yayi Suryo Prabandari emphasizes the need for medical education reform, integrity, and zero tolerance for violence in healthcare following a sexual assault case involving a...