The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Indonesia (FMIPA UI), showcased several of its flagship research innovations at the 2025 Science, Technology, and Industry Convention (KSTI), held at Sasana Budaya Ganesha, Institut Teknologi Bandung, from August 7–9, 2025.

KSTI 2025, organized by the Directorate General of Research and Development, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, was officially opened by President Prabowo Subianto. In his speech, the President emphasized that research and innovation must serve as the foundation for national economic transformation.

“KSTI 2025 is expected to serve as an inspiring meeting point for all stakeholders. It marks an important milestone, showing that the research and innovation agenda is a shared interest in building a more sovereign and competitive future for the nation,” said Prabowo.

FMIPA UI appeared as one of the innovative participants at KSTI 2025, presenting various innovations that address both national and global challenges. One of its flagship works is RPMO (Refined Palm Mono-Olein), the result of research by Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Budiawan. RPMO is a non-CPO palm oil innovation that is healthier and more environmentally friendly, as it is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and formulated to help prevent stunting by increasing micronutrient intake. Its production process is also designed to minimize waste and save energy, making it a sustainable food solution.

Complementing its innovations in the food sector, FMIPA UI also presented a clean energy solution through the research of Prof. Dr. Ivandini Tribidasari Anggraningrum, S.Si., M.Si., namely the porous NiCo@NiO catalyst material for ammonia fuel cells. This catalyst, based on transition metals with an active porous structure, can efficiently convert ammonia into energy. With corrosion resistance and high performance, this material offers significant opportunities for the development of carbon-free energy technologies in the future.

In the field of disaster mitigation and environmental management, Dr. Eng. Supriyanto, M.Sc. introduced “Si Cuhal” (Intelligent System for Local Rainfall), a rainfall monitoring and prediction system based on the Internet of Things (IoT) and machine learning. This innovation enables real-time rainfall monitoring, making it highly useful for flood mitigation, agricultural irrigation management, and adaptive utilization of water resources in areas prone to extreme weather.

Meanwhile, to support marine research and coastal development, Dr. Eng. Masita Dwi Mandini Manessa, S.Si., M.Si., M.Eng., developed the Shallow Water Mapper, a shallow-sea mapping system based on satellite imagery and digital algorithms. This technology enables the mapping of waters that are difficult to access with conventional survey vessels, offering high precision, minimal risk, and cost efficiency. The tool is highly relevant for coastal ecosystem conservation, maritime infrastructure development, and sustainable marine research.

The Dean of FMIPA UI, Prof. Dede Djuhana, Ph.D., stated that FMIPA UI’s participation in KSTI represents a tangible contribution of the academic institution in addressing national challenges through impactful research outcomes.

“The presence of these innovations demonstrates our commitment to delivering research that is relevant and has a direct impact on society,” he said.

Prof. Dede also mentioned that many other research results from FMIPA UI could not be showcased due to space limitations, but the innovations presented are considered to adequately represent the spirit and quality of the research being developed.

In addition to showcasing innovative products, four FMIPA UI researchers were also invited as keynote speakers at the main forum of KSTI 2025. Prof. Dr. Ivandini Tribidasari Anggraningrum discussed the development of national nanomaterials; Prof. Dr. Vivi Fauzia presented strategies for utilizing advanced materials for new and renewable energy; Munawar Khalil, Ph.D., delivered a talk on national policy directions in materials and manufacturing; while Prof. Dr. Sumi Hudiyono served as a panelist in the field of food and health.

FMIPA UI also sent a lineup of researchers with an H-index above 15 from various departments. From the Department of Mathematics, Prof. Alhadi Bustamam, S.Si., M.Kom., Ph.D. was present. From the Department of Physics, attendees included Prof. Dr. Azwar Manaf, M.Met.; Prof. Dr. Vivi Fauzia, S.Si., M.Si.; and Januar Widakdo, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., CertDA.

Next, from the Department of Chemistry, attendees included Prof. Dr. Sumi Hudiyono, PWS; Prof. Dr. Ivandini Tribidasari Anggraningrum, S.Si., M.Si.; Prof. Yuni Krisyuningsih Krisnandi, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D.; Dr. rer. nat. Agustino Zulys, S.Si., M.Sc.; and Munawar Khalil, S.Si., M.Eng.Sc., Ph.D. Meanwhile, the Department of Biology was represented by Prof. Anom Bowolaksono, Ph.D.

FMIPA UI researchers joined over 2,200 other participants from various backgrounds, including 1,066 selected STEM researchers from across Indonesia, 401 rectors and vice rectors from public and private universities, 351 STEM lecturers from West Java and Jakarta, 171 doctoral students, 26 members of the diaspora, 150 professors and ITB senate members, as well as representatives from 18 ministries and agencies, 15 state-owned enterprises and their subsidiaries, and 54 industries with research partnerships with universities.

FMIPA UI’s presence at KSTI 2025 strengthened collaboration between universities, the government, and industry in integrating science and technology into a sustainable and competitive national development strategy.