UNAIR NEWS – The World University Association for Community Development (WUACD) Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) has continued its efforts to foster collaboration and accelerate the application of Industry 5.0 technology through the international conference, “Implementation of Artificial Intelligence to Support Sustainable Development Summit 2024.”
This event, hosted in partnership with the UK-based World Association for Sustainability Development (WASD), took place in a hybrid format at Majapahit Hall, ASEEC Tower, Dharmawangsa-B Campus, on October 28, 2024.
Prof. Dr. Ni Nyoman Tri Puspaningsih, UNAIR Vice-Rector for Research, Innovation, and Community Development and Chair of WUACD, hopes that the event would foster collaboration and the exchange of ideas on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in advancing digital health.
Supporting SDGs
In her opening remarks, Prof. Puspaningsih emphasized the importance of a multisectoral and multidisciplinary approach in harnessing AI for digital health. “This initiative is not only about improving public health through digitalization but also about maintaining environmental balance for long-term sustainability,” she stated.
As part of its commitment, WUACD UNAIR is developing programs to support green spaces. According to Prof. Puspaningsih, the “green island” concept plays a key role in environmental management, providing clean air that directly benefits public health.
Integrating industry 5.0 technology with environmental awareness, a positive impact on society can be achieved, showcasing that technological advancement can coexist with conservation efforts.
“We aim to create a sustainable approach in maintaining green islands and mangrove areas, as protecting oxygen sources and green spaces is vital for future public health,” Prof. Puspaningsih added.
Advancing AI in health innovation
Prof. Allam Ahmed, Chair of the World Association for Sustainability Development (WASD), also emphasized the importance of knowledge exchange for AI applications that monitor and enhance health programs across countries. “We continue to support the transfer of AI expertise to strengthen health programs throughout the WUACD network,” he shared.
Prof. Ahmed added that this initiative will broaden understanding of AI’s potential for early, accurate disease detection, accelerate medical research and drug development, and improve healthcare access through digital applications and platforms. This summit marks a significant step by UNAIR in advancing more inclusive and impactful digital health solutions on a global scale.
Author: Sintya Alfafa
Editor: Edwin Fatahuddin
