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Prigi Arisandi: UNAIR alumnus championing environmental conservation

UNAIR NEWS – When scientific knowledge merges with deep empathy, meaningful environmental change becomes possible. This principle defines the journey of Prigi Arisandi, an alumnus of Universitas Airlangga’s (UNAIR) Faculty of Science and Technology (FST), and founder of the Ecological Observation and Wetland Conservations (ECOTON) foundation. ECOTON originated as a student study group in FST

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UNAIR alumnus partners with communities to foster environmental preservation through ECOTON

UNAIR NEWS – Prigi Arisandi, M.Sc., an alumnus of Universitas Airlangga’s (UNAIR) Faculty of Science and Technology (FST), has made a profound impact on environmental preservation. He founded the Ecological Observation and Wetland Conservations (ECOTON) foundation, which specializes in ecological research and wetland conservation. ECOTON’s mission is centered on protecting river and coastal ecosystems, with

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Constitutional Court strikes down presidential threshold: UNAIR legal expert discusses implications for constitutional justice

UNAIR NEWS – The Constitutional Court of Indonesia (MK) recently issued Decision No. 62/PUU-XXII/2024, abolishing the presidential and vice-presidential nomination threshold, commonly referred to as the Presidential Threshold. This landmark decision introduces a significant legal reform, amending provisions previously outlined in Article 222 of Law No. 7 of 2017. Dr. Rosa Ristawati, SH., LLM, a

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UNAIR alumnus earns PhD scholarship in Taiwan, focuses on breast cancer molecular research

UNAIR NEWS – Arya Satya Rajanagara, a graduate of Universitas Airlangga’s (UNAIR) Faculty of Medicine, has reached a significant academic achievement. He is currently pursuing a PhD at China Medical University (CMU), Taiwan, under the prestigious Ministry of Education Taiwan Scholarship, a fully funded program for international students. At CMU, Rajanagara is concentrating on molecular

UNAIR expert weighs in on the proposal to reintroduce national exams

UNAIR NEWS – The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (Kemendikdasmen) has proposed reintroducing national exams (UN), with Minister Abdul Mu’ti stating that the updated system will differ significantly from its previous version. Professor of Education Sociology Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR), Prof. Dr. Tuti Budirahayu, Dra., M.Si., emphasized the need for a thorough assessment before implementing

Addressing psychological pressure at the start of the year: Expert insights

UNAIR NEWS – While the new year is typically associated with optimism and resolutions, it can also bring about psychological pressures for some individuals, potentially leading to mental health challenges. The phenomenon of “New Year, New Mental Issues” has gained attention, particularly among younger generations who often face emotional stress during this time. Atika Dian

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Proposal for school holidays during ramadan: UNAIR expert highlights importance of strengthening children’s social and moral values

UNAIR NEWS – The Ministry of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia has proposed instituting school holidays during Ramadan as part of its new-year agenda. The initiative aims to help students understand the essence of the holy month while fostering greater involvement from families and communities in the educational process. Addressing this proposal, Professor

UNAIR legal expert evaluates impact of proposed settlement fines for corrupt officials

UNAIR NEWS – A proposal suggesting settlement fines for corrupt officials has sparked public debate following President Prabowo’s statement advocating for pardoning corrupt individuals on the condition that they return stolen assets. Despite subsequent government clarification, the statement has drawn criticism due to its perceived leniency toward corruption offenders. According to Riza Alifianto Kurniawan, SH

Reihan Ananta Noor Baihaqi and Rivia Ghina Rahmi, secured first place in the 2024 World AIDS Day (WAD) National Scientific Essay Competition (Photo: By courtesy)

UNAIR students win national essay competition with smart packaging innovation for HIV/AIDS treatment

UNAIR NEWS – Students from Universitas Airlangga’s (UNAIR) Faculty of Pharmacy, Reihan Ananta Noor Baihaqi and Rivia Ghina Rahmi, secured first place in the 2024 World AIDS Day (WAD) National Scientific Essay Competition. Organized by the Student Association of General Medicine at the Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, the winners were announced on Monday, December

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