UGM Professor urges the government to impose an excise tax on sugary drinks as diabetes cases rise to 11.3% in Indonesia, warning of serious health risks.
Expert Opinions
A UGM Professor warns that the Komodo dragon population, now numbering only 3,300, faces serious threats and calls for urgent conservation efforts in Indonesia.
A UGM geologist highlights the risks and technical challenges associated with evacuating seven Freeport miners trapped underground after a landslide in Central Papua.
CPMH UGM reveals that women face suicide risks driven by double burdens, economic pressure, and social stigma, calling for comprehensive prevention.
UGM and Unwira partner to map legal issues and draft village regulations to prevent law violations among border communities with Timor-Leste.
UGM expert highlights concerns over Prabowo’s cinema advertisement, calling it propaganda and questioning its ethics in a democratic society.
UGM’s expert calls for stronger health promotion to address the rising incidence of non-communicable diseases, citing lifestyle risks and the need for supportive environments.
UGM experts highlight the health risks of ultra-processed foods and call for innovation toward low-sugar, natural-based products to support public health.
UGM labor expert notes that job hugging reflects workers’ preference for job security amid high unemployment and economic uncertainty.
UGM professor urges Indonesia to develop independent satellite technology to protect national sovereignty and reduce reliance on foreign companies.
UGM lecturer urges President Prabowo to consider civilian representation in the Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs reshuffle.
UGM’s expert warns against unnecessary deworming pill use, urging better hygiene and sanitation as key measures to prevent worm infections.
UGM experts stress spatial planning, green spaces, and community resilience as key to reducing flash flood risks in Bali and NTT.
A UGM expert explains how orangutans practice natural medicine and healthy lifestyles that humans can learn from to support wellbeing and conservation.
UGM economist Dr. Fahmy Radhi urges the government to cancel the single-gate fuel import policy, warning it risks deterring foreign investment.
UGM hydrology expert Dr. Hatma Suryatmojo urges readiness against early rainy season risks of floods, landslides, and extreme weather.
UGM Professor Faturochman explains that relative and absolute deprivation drive Gen Z-led protests in Nepal against inequality and government policies.
UGM Professor highlights Japanese Interval Walking as a simple, low-cost, and effective exercise suitable for the elderly and those with health risks.
UGM lecturer urges transparent investigation into the fatal shooting of Indonesian diplomat Zetro Leonardo Purba in Peru to ensure accountability.
UGM political communication expert urges officials to adopt cautious communication styles to prevent controversy and maintain public trust.
UGM experts highlight health, nutrition, and injury prevention to support Yogyakarta’s vision as Indonesia’s leading wellness tourism destination.
Four in ten children worldwide cannot read. CfDS UGM urges stronger literacy and critical thinking skills to face misinformation and AI challenges.
A baby elephant named Tari was found dead in Tesso Nilo National Park. A UGM expert suspects EEHV virus infection as the cause.
UGM expert emphasizes the need for stronger human resources and technology to support Indonesia’s geothermal power plant development.
Experts emphasize the need to integrate local cultural wisdom and modern science in forest conservation to ensure sustainability.
UGM’s Center of Security and Peace Studies calls on President Prabowo to avoid unfounded claims of treason and terrorism in recent demonstrations.
UGM veterinary lecturer Dr. Heru Susetya outlines rabies risks in endemic regions and highlights proper treatment after dog bites.
UGM economist Dr. Rijadh Djatu Winardi stresses the importance of consistent fiscal policy to maintain investor confidence amid IHSG volatility.
UGM economist cautions that Finance Minister Purbaya’s Rp200 trillion withdrawal from Bank Indonesia may risk Rupiah depreciation and external imbalance.
UGM’s legal expert urges inclusive public participation in drafting Indonesia’s Climate Justice Bill to ensure equitable climate policy and protection.