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30Oct/24

Joint Lecture of Master of Biology FMIPA UNEJ: Prof. Amin Setyo Laksono, Ph. D. from Brawijaya University

Prof. Amin Setyo Laksono, Ph.D., from Brawijaya University gave a lecture with Master of Biology students, FMIPA UNEJ, and Doctoral Program UB (30/10). Conducted online with tropical biodiversity courses. Discussion on landscape ecology, which is a very potential field for ecological studies. “Landscape ecology is a science that integrates geography and ecosystem approaches on a large landscape scale and various levels of biological organization,” explained Prof. Amin. Furthermore, the structure, function, and changes in landscape ecology were explained.

“Spatial relationships between different ecosystems or landscape elements in the landscape ecological structure,” he continued. The joint lecture was moderated by Purwatiningsih, S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D., a lecturer in biology at FMIPA. Prof. Amin explained the function of landscape ecology regarding the interaction between spatial elements, namely the flow of energy, matter, and species between ecosystem components or landscape elements. The participants of the joint lecture were enthusiastic to listen to the explanation from Prof. Amin, who is the first Professor at FMIPA Universitas Brawijaya. Continue reading

28Oct/24

Prof. Krishna Persaud from The University of Manchester visits FMIPA, University of Jember

FMIPA Universitas Jember received a visit from Prof. Krishna Persaud, Ph.D., from The University of Manchester (28/10). Accompanied by Prof. Drs. Bambang Kuswandi, M.Sc., Ph.D., Vice Rector for Planning, Cooperation, and Information Systems, UNEJ, they met with the Head of Deanship and Head of the FMIPA Department. “Prof. Krishna is present at UNEJ, especially FMIPA, to share his research experience, and we have the opportunity to join him,” began Prof. Bambang’s speech while officially opening the discussion event. The University of Manchester is a merger of Victoria University of Manchester and the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST).

“He has done a lot of research in several countries, both in Europe and Asia, and I hope UNEJ, in this case FMIPA, can join in his research,” continued Prof. Bambang. A similar thing was also conveyed by the Dean of FMIPA UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., who welcomed the arrival of Prof. Krishna to encourage FMIPA lecturers to do joint research. “Prof. Krishna has a very good track record, as can be seen from his Scopus, so I invite lecturers to join in his research,” invited Prof. Dafik, who is also an alumnus of UMIST. Continue reading

27Oct/24

Mathematics Department, FMIPA UNEJ with IndoMS East Java Region holds 14th Webinar Series

The Mathematics Department of FMIPA UNEJ, together with the Indonesian Mathematical Society (IndoMS) of East Java region, held a webinar series (26/10). Raising the theme “Application of Mathematics, Science, and Technology in Optimization in the Industrial Environment” with resource person M. Ziaul Arif, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D. lecturer in the Mathematics Study Program, FMIPA, University of Jember. The webinar was attended by participants representing approximately 25 universities throughout Indonesia. As conveyed by Dr. Kiswara Agung Santoso, S.Si., M.Kom. as the chairman of the committee. The webinar is held once a month by IndoMS in its role of echoing mathematics.

This was stated by Dr. Noor Hidayat, M.Si., Governor of IndoMS East Java, in his speech. “IndoMS is a professional organization that has a desire to spread mathematics to the wider community, not only for members with a monthly webinar series,” he said. Dr. Noor also said that the webinar topic that raises the application of mathematics is one way to introduce mathematics to the real world. Present was the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember, who is also the President of IndoMS, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., to officially open the 14th webinar series. Continue reading

18Oct/24

106th Graduation Ceremony of Undergraduate Program (S1) FMIPA UNEJ Period VI Academic Year 2024/2025

FMIPA UNEJ held the 106th Undergraduate (S1) Graduation of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember, Period VI, Academic Year 2024/2025 (18/10). Held in the Auditorium of the Entrepreneurship Building, University of Jember. In his graduation speech, the Dean of FMIPA UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., invited the graduates to immediately equip themselves in preparation for entering society. “With the knowledge gained, coupled with persistence and consistency, soft skills are needed again, which are called adaptation skills to the environment, especially the world of work,” said Prof. Dafik.

Adaptation skills are needed because of the constant changes that occur in this life. “Along with the progress of the times, the knowledge gained must transform into skills so that adaptation skills become extraordinary,” he continued. The graduates were reminded that soft skills and hard skills are basic decisions of adaptation, while adaptation is the key to success. Make it a weapon to be able to fight in entering the world of work. The dean advised that graduation is the future of a brilliant generation by holding the keywords conveyed. “Hopefully you will all be successful, and don’t waste time; fill your time by continuing to study,” he concluded. Continue reading

15Oct/24

Chairman of ZI FH UNEJ, Yusuf Adiwibowo, S.H., LL.M., Provides Understanding of the Implementation of the Integrity Zone at FMIPA UNEJ

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember, presented the Head of ZI, Faculty of Law, UNEJ, Yusuf Adiwibowo, S.H., LL.M., at the Socialization of Improving the Implementation of the Integrity Zone (15/10). Yusuf shared his views and experiences in building the integrity zone at the Faculty of Law, UNEJ. He said that there were several strategic steps that FMIPA had prepared in order to achieve the status of the Corruption-Free Area Integrity Zone (ZI-WBK) from the Ministry of PANRB. The initial foundation for building ZI is a change in organizational culture. “Changes in mindset and work culture are the initial foundations for building ZI,” he said.

He also mentioned the importance of strengthening accountability, supervision, and improving public services. “Strict supervision and measurable accountability will encourage the achievement of the integrity zone,” he continued. Transparency and openness must also be implemented in order to create a work environment free from corruption. Yusuf also presented several things that have been implemented in building ZI at the Faculty of Law, UNEJ. The socialization event was attended by the ZIWBK-WBMM team and the leadership of FMIPA, UNEJ. Continue reading

10Oct/24

Biology Department, FMIPA, University of Jember Presents Biotechnology Expert Dr. M. Kamaraj from India

Department of Biology FMIPA UNEJ presents Dr. M. Kamaraj, Associate Professor and HoD of Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Science and Humanities Ramapuram Campus, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, India (9-11/10). A series of events for 3 days were officially opened by Dr. Retno Wimbaningrum, M.Si., as the Head of the Biology Department, FMIPA UNEJ. The first day began with a guest lecture agenda with the theme “Current biotechnology for environmental assessment and monitoring.” Moderated by Purwatiningsih, Ph.D., the lecture was attended by lecturers and biology students. “Biotechnology is changing the way we monitor and assess the environment using innovative, precise, and efficient tools,” began Dr. M. Kamaraj.

It is said that biotechnology is changing the way we monitor and assess the environment by offering innovative, precise, and efficient tools. “The application of this technology will improve sustainability efforts, encourage better resource management, and support environmental mitigation,” he continued. The guest lecture also provided an opportunity for discussion with participants. The next agenda item was a visit to the sub-labs in the Department of Biology such as ecology, zoology, botany, microbiology, and biotechnology. At the end of the first day’s agenda, Dr. M. Kamaraj was invited to visit the CDAST & IsDB building and met Prof. Dr. Bambang Sugiharto, M.AgrSc. Continue reading