The Master’s Program in Biotechnology, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held an Open Thesis Defense as part of the academic requirements for completing a master’s degree. The event featured Firna Fauziatul Karimah, who presented her research entitled “Biosynthesis Study of Conjugated Linoleic Acid in Lacticaseibacillus paracasei M014 and Pediococcus pentosaceus M103 Derived from Ettawa Crossbred Goat.”

The open defense took place on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM (WIB), located at the 3rd Floor Biotechnology Lecture Room, Graduate School UGM, and was also accessible online via Zoom Meeting. This event was open to the public, serving as a platform for disseminating research findings and fostering academic discussion among students, scholars, and the wider community. read more

The Master’s Program in Biotechnology, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada, will hold Biotech Camp 2026 under the theme “Research Catalyst: Create Insight, Reframe the Future.” The event will take place on Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM (WIB) at the 5th Floor Auditorium, Graduate School UGM.

Biotech Camp 2026 is designed as an academic platform to enhance students’ research insight, strengthen analytical skills, and foster new perspectives in addressing challenges in the field of biotechnology. The event will also serve as a collaborative forum connecting students, faculty members, and researchers. read more

The Master’s Program in Biotechnology, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held an Open Thesis Defense Session on Monday, June 15, 2026, starting at 2:00 PM (WIB) until completion. The event took place onsite at the 3rd Floor Classroom, Biotechnology Program, PAU UGM, and was also accessible online via Zoom Meeting.

This open session featured three students presenting their research findings:

• Inneke Ashri Mawaddah (2:00 PM WIB) with the topic Microbial Analysis in Anaerobic Digesters of Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME) for Biogas Production under Mesophilic Conditions.
• Anand Reyna Maulana (3:00 PM WIB) with the topic Exploration of Thermophilic Bacterial Communities and Identification of DNA Polymerase Gene Potential Based on Full-length 16S rRNA Metabarcoding at Sileri Crater, Dieng Plateau, Central Java.
• Rizki Desika Putri Pane (4:00 PM WIB) with the topic Exploration of ACC Deaminase-Producing Endophytic Bacteria from Oil Palm and Their Potential in Enhancing Plant Stress Tolerance.

This activity is part of the academic evaluation process of students’ research achievements, while also serving as a platform for scientific dissemination open to the academic community. read more

The Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) is once again opening opportunities for prospective students to join the Biotechnology Study Program through the New Student Admission Batch 4.

Registration officially opens from June 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM (WIB) until June 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM (WIB). This batch represents the final opportunity for applicants who wish to pursue advanced studies in biotechnology at one of Indonesia’s leading universities.

The Biotechnology Study Program at UGM offers a multidisciplinary education that integrates biological sciences, technology, and innovation to address global challenges ranging from health and food security to environmental sustainability. Supported by experienced faculty members, modern research facilities, and extensive national and international collaborations, the program is committed to producing highly qualified and competitive graduates. read more

The Master’s and Doctoral Programs in Biotechnology, Graduate School, Universitas Gadjah Mada, are now open for new student admissions for the Odd Semester of the Academic Year 2026/2027. This admission period reflects Universitas Gadjah Mada’s commitment to fostering उत्कृष्ट human resources in the field of biotechnology, capable of contributing to scientific advancement, innovation, and solutions to global challenges.

The Biotechnology Study Program at UGM offers graduate-level education with a research-based curriculum, supported by highly qualified faculty members and well-equipped laboratory facilities. The program is nationally and internationally accredited, ensuring high-quality education and academic excellence for its students. read more

The Academic Development Team of the Master’s and Doctoral Programs in Biotechnology, Graduate School, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), organized a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) as part of efforts to align the curriculum with the latest Rector’s Regulations and current curriculum implementation.

The event was held on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM (WIB) at the 2nd Floor Meeting Room, Biotechnology Study Program, PAU UGM. It brought together faculty members, internal stakeholders, and an external speaker, Muhammad Saifur Rohman, S.P., M.Si., M.Eng, Ph.D., Chair of PBBMI Yogyakarta Branch, to discuss the direction of curriculum development. read more

The Master’s Program in Biotechnology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) conducted an accreditation site visit by the Independent Accreditation Agency for Natural Sciences and Formal Sciences (LAMSAMA) on 3–4 February 2026. This visit is part of the external evaluation process aimed at ensuring and improving the quality of higher education in the field of biotechnology.

The visit was conducted by two LAMSAMA assessors, Prof. Tjandra Anggareni, Ph.D. and Prof. Amin Setyo Leksono, S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D. During the two-day assessment, the assessors carried out a series of evaluation activities, including reviewing accreditation documents and holding discussions with faculty leaders and the study program management. read more

The Biotechnology Study Program of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) welcomed 80 delegates of Forum Pemuda Perubahan (FPP) 2026 as part of a national study visit organized by the Yayasan Forum Mahasiswa Beasiswa Aspirasi Wakil Ketua DPD-RI Tamsil Linrung (Formasita). The participants represent selected youth from 24 provinces across Indonesia.

The visit, held on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM WIB, aimed to strengthen scientific literacy, leadership, and youth capacity through exposure to biotechnology as a future-oriented solution. During the session, participants attended a public lecture entitled “Biotechnology as a Future Solution: Scientific Innovation for Food Security, Health, and Environmental Sustainability.” read more

Yogyakarta, 16 October 2025 — The Biotechnology Study Program, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held a guest lecture for the Biotechnology Career course, featuring Prof. Thorunn Helgason, Head of the School of Biological Sciences and Chair in Ecology at The University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

The event took place in the lecture room, 3rd floor of the PAU Biotechnology Building, and was attended by postgraduate students of the Biotechnology Study Program.

During the first session, Prof. Helgason introduced The University of Edinburgh, one of the world’s leading research universities. She provided insights into opportunities for pursuing doctoral (PhD) studies, various scholarship schemes, and the academic and research disciplines available at the university. The session offered valuable information about the UK higher education system and practical advice for students aspiring to continue their studies and research abroad. read more

Yogyakarta, September 13, 2025 – The Master Program of Biotechnology, Universitas Gadjah Mada successfully held a series of welcoming activities for the 2025 cohort of new students. The program consisted of the inaugural lecture on Friday, August 15, 2025, and BioFusion 2025 on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Ledok Sambi Ecopark, Kaliurang, Yogyakarta. The event was attended by students from the 2025 and 2024 cohorts, as well as representatives from the 2023 cohort.

BioFusion 2025 began with a briefing and gathering at PAU Biotechnology. A total of 35 new students joined, accompanied by organizing committee members from the 2024 cohort, and traveled together by bus to Ledok Sambi Ecopark. read more