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UNAIR 71st Anniversary: Rector showcases four breakthrough research innovations

UNAIR NEWS – During Universitas Airlangga’s (UNAIR) 71st Anniversary Commemoration at the Garuda Mukti Hall, MERR-C Campus, on Tuesday (November 11, 2025), Rector Prof. Dr. Muhammad Madyan, SE, M.Si., M.Fin. introduced four new flagship products born from the university’s latest research breakthroughs.

In his address, Prof. Madyan presented four cutting-edge innovations developed by UNAIR researchers. The first, AC-Rapid Test PMK, created by Prof. Dr. Fedik Abdul Rantam, drh, serves as a rapid diagnostic tool for animal diseases. The second, Excelzyme, developed by Prof. Dr. Ni Nyoman Tri Puspaningsih, M.Si., marks a significant advancement in enzyme-based biotechnology.

The third innovation, AirBiliNest, designed by Dr. Mahendra Tri Arif Sampurna, Sp.A., Ph.D., provides innovative medical solutions for infant care. The final product, Laser Fisheries, spearheaded by Prof. Dr. Suryani Dyah Astuti, S.Si., M.Si., applies laser technology to boost efficiency and sustainability in the fisheries sector.

Prof. Madyan underscored that the launch of these products reflects UNAIR’s ongoing commitment to advancing science and serving society. “Through these innovations, UNAIR continues to strengthen its role in developing science, technology, and healthcare that benefit the broader community,” he stated.

He also highlighted that the initiative exemplifies UNAIR’s determination to achieve its long-term vision. “This is concrete proof of UNAIR’s progress toward realizing its vision of becoming a World-Class Entrepreneurial University,” he concluded.

The Rector further emphasized that these accomplishments are made possible through the dedication and collaboration of the entire university community, including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and institutional partners, whose collective efforts drive UNAIR’s mission forward.

Author: Ahmad Abid Zhahiruddin

Editor: Khefti Al Mawalia