UGM Professor Umar Santoso highlights the coconut downstreaming potential to boost exports, farmer welfare, and national industry competitiveness.
UGM Experts
UGM economist Dr. I Wayan Nuka Lantara explains how declining purchasing power drives the rise of “rojali” and “rohana” in Indonesia’s malls.
UGM Law expert explains challenges in Indonesia’s song royalty system, highlighting legal gaps, transparency issues, and cultural factors.
At 80 years of independence, Indonesia still faces challenges in strengthening democracy, eradicating poverty, and ensuring fair law enforcement.
UGM epidemiologist warns of rising leptospirosis cases in Yogyakarta and urges consistent environmental hygiene and cross-sector collaboration.
The disappearance of rural transport services in Indonesia restricts mobility, isolating vulnerable groups and limiting access to basic needs.
UGM’s Center for Digital Society analyzes the viral Jolly Roger flag trend, revealing its symbolic power in shaping digital protest and solidarity.
UGM expert urges stronger, consistent crisis communication in government’s handling of Raja Ampat mining issue to protect environment and reputation.
UGM political expert highlights risks to public participation in response to proposal for regional elections through local legislative councils.
UGM experts question the legal and political basis behind the president’s decision to grant amnesty and abolition to corruption defendants.
UGM economist Dr. Amirullah Setya Hardi emphasizes that the success of Merah Putih Cooperatives lies in truly applying cooperative principles for rural empowerment.
A UGM geologist says the recent tsunami warning from a Russian earthquake poses minimal risk to Indonesia due to its distance.
UGM expert Dr. Nurhadi warns that BPS's delayed poverty data release risks credibility and policy failure, urging transparency, better governance, and a review of the poverty line.
UGM political scientist supports plans to increase party funding, urging governance reform, transparency, and public accountability.
BPS reports a drop in Indonesia's unemployment rate, but UGM FEB lecturer Dr. Qisha Quarina highlights underlying issues like informal work dominance and lack of decent job protection.
Experts urge deeper tourism research to boost social and environmental impact, as discussed at GAMAICEB 2024 in Yogyakarta.
Merah Putih Cooperative is expected to enhance rural welfare, create jobs, and tackle extreme poverty through inclusive, community-based economic services.
UGM and BP Batam's feasibility study confirms the Batam-Johor Roro route's viability, poised to boost regional economies through significant transport and trade multiplier effects.
Infrastructure development is critical in supporting Indonesia’s downstreaming and industrialization, as highlighted in the Pustral UGM webinar.
UGM academic Dr. Eka Tarwaca Susila Putra criticizes the plan to convert rubber to oil palm, warning of economic risks, environmental degradation, and urging diversification for sustainable ...
Dr. Bayu Dwi Apri Nugroho of UGM urges climate adaptation and research collaboration as Southeast Asia faces drier conditions due to global shifts.
UGM researcher warns fare hike may cut ojol driver income. Demand could drop 30–50% on short trips. Fair, transparent policy urged.
UGM experts warn of carcinogens in fake rice: bleach, dye, plastic. Cooking won’t help. Know the risks, protect your health.
UGM expert calls EU’s relaxed deforestation rule a chance to boost forest governance while warning of impacts on Indonesia’s smallholders.
UGM experts urge collaborative, habitat-appropriate conservation as Prabowo allocates 90,000 hectares for Sumatran elephant protection.
Professor Aprinus Salam of UGM strongly opposes the designation of October 17 as National Culture Day, arguing that culture must be lived every day.
Dr. Muslim Mahardika of UGM endorses using plastic waste in asphalt as a sustainable solution to reduce plastic pollution and support infrastructure.
Two recent accidents on Mount Rinjani prompt UGM professor to stress stronger risk mitigation in Indonesia’s mountain tourism management.
UGM’s Dr. Djaka Marwasta calls heatwaves a climate crisis warning, urging youth action, public literacy, and policies for the vulnerable.
UGM expert discusses the wet drought in Indonesia, highlighting risks for farmers and potential benefits for dry and rainfed agricultural areas.