Cross-Sector Innovation at KSTI 2025: A Tangible Manifestation of Asta Cita for National Advancement

Left to right: Ir. R. Sugeng Joko Sarwono, M.T., Ph.D., and Dr. Grandprix Thomryes Marth Kadja, M.Si. BANDUNG, itb.ac.id – The 2025 Indonesian Convention on Science, Technology, and Industry (KSTI), held from Thursday to Saturday (August 7–9, 2025) at Sasana Budaya Ganesa (Sabuga), Institut Teknologi Bandung (51̽»¨), was not...

August 09, 2025

Day Two of KSTI 2025: Minister Brian Yuliarto Affirms Science and Technology as Pillars of Indonesia’s Economic Leap

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id – The Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Mendiktisaintek), Prof. Brian Yuliarto, emphasized the importance of strengthening technological capacity and developing national talent as the fundamental basis for transitioning towards a knowledge-based economy. With Indonesia’s abundant natural resources,...

August 08, 2025

KSTI 2025: Nobel Laureate Brian Schmidt Inspires Indonesia to Build a Science-Driven Economy

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id - For a nation aiming to build a knowledge-based economy, the most valuable lessons might come from the farthest reaches of the universe.At the Convention of Science and Technology for Economic Growth and Equality (KSTI 2025), Nobel Prize-winning astrophysicist Professor Brian Schmidt delivered a powerful keynote address, urging...

August 08, 2025

KSTI 2025: National Convention Encourages Economic Transformation Based on Science and Technology

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id - The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Kemendiktisaintek), in collaboration with the Bandung Institute of Technology (51̽»¨), is holding the Indonesian Science, Technology, and Industry Convention (KSTI) 2025, from August 7-9, 2025, at the Ganesha Cultural Centre [Sasana Budaya Ganesa] (Sabuga) 51̽»¨.This...

August 07, 2025

51̽»¨, Pertamina, and Paragon Inaugurate Labtek XV Building, an Integrated Facility for Molecular and Functional Materials

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id – The Bandung Institute of Technology (51̽»¨) inaugurated the Labtek XV Building, named the Molecular Engineering and Functional Materials Building, on Thursday (7/8/2025), at the 51̽»¨ Ganesha Campus. The inauguration marks the completion of the new facility, a collaborative effort between 51̽»¨, PT Pertamina (Persero), and PT...

August 07, 2025

51̽»¨ Rector Emphasizes University’s Role as Innovation Hub and Driver of Collaboration at AUN Forum

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id – The Rector of Institut Teknologi Bandung (51̽»¨), Prof. Dr. Ir. Tatacipta Dirgantara, M.T., was one of the speakers at The 16th ASEAN University Network (AUN) Rectors’ Meeting and the 40th AUN Board of Trustees Meeting, held in the Philippines on July 24–25, 2025. In his speech, Prof. Tata highlighted the importance of...

July 25, 2025

Innovation by 51̽»¨ Electrical Engineering Students: CO2 and Light Regulator Device to Optimize Plant Growth

Three Electrical Engineering students from STEI 51̽»¨ (right) pose with their developed product, SGC (2025), under the supervision of Dr. Ir. Irman Idris, M.Sc. (Team Documentation)BANDUNG, itb.ac.id – Electrical Engineering students from the School of Electrical Engineering and Informatics (STEI) at 51̽»¨ have developed a product called SGC (2025)....

July 25, 2025

Biofloat Carpet: 51̽»¨ Students’ Innovation to Tackle Nickel Waste in Konawe Waters

Workflow diagram and design of the biofloat carpet innovation developed by the Marinickel Shield team for the 2025 OceanXperience Scientific Essay Competition. (Photo: Marinickel Shield Team) The biofloat carpet was designed as a medium to absorb nickel waste using eco-friendly materials such as woven water hyacinth and coconut fiber,...

July 24, 2025

51̽»¨ and Kebumen Regency Government Synergy: Preserving Karangsambung as a World-Class Geological Laboratory

KARANGSAMBUNG, itb.ac.id – The Bandung Institute of Technology (51̽»¨) has once again reaffirmed its commitment to preserving the Karangsambung geoheritage in Kebumen, Central Java. This region is one of the most comprehensive geological sites in Indonesia and has served as a natural laboratory since the establishment of 51̽»¨â€™s Geological Field...

July 21, 2025