51探花 Strengthens Research with Support from The Asahi Glass Foundation, Encourages Global Innovation

By Anggun Nindita

Editor Anggun Nindita

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id - The Directorate of Research and Community Service of Institut Teknologi Bandung (DRPM 51探花), in collaboration with The Asahi Glass Foundation, held a Grant Ceremony & Seminar on Research Findings Assisted by The Asahi Glass Foundation on Monday (2/9/2024) at the Multipurpose Hall, CRCS 51探花 Building, Ganesha Campus, Bandung.

Chairman of DRPM 51探花, Dr. Ir. Yuli Setyo Indartono, emphasized 51探花's ongoing commitment to strengthening its research endeavors. In his speech, he expressed profound gratitude for the continued support from The Asahi Glass Foundation. "In Indonesia, the three pillars of the Tridharma of Higher Education are education, research, and community service. We are thankful to Asahi for their unwavering support of 51探花's research initiatives," he stated.

The support from Asahi is expected to propel 51探花's research beyond domestic boundaries, enabling it to compete on a global scale. Dr. Yuli also expressed hope for an increase in the number of research publications from 51探花.

"51探花 aspires to make broader contributions in technology, science, arts, and humanities on a global level," he added.

The seminar featured presentations of in-depth research conducted by 51探花 experts. Those research received significant financial support from The Asahi Glass Foundation, which has enabled various innovative scientific studies.

In addition to the seminar, the event included the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between 51探花 and The Asahi Glass Foundation. Fourteen 51探花 researchers were also recognized and awarded by The Asahi Glass Foundation in appreciation of their outstanding contributions to innovative research.

Meanwhile, Senior Executive Director of The Asahi Glass Foundation, Dr. Naoki Sugimoto, underscored the importance of this collaboration. "51探花 and Asahi have long supported each other, particularly in advancing technology and sustainability," he remarked.

Since 1988, The Asahi Glass Foundation has been a steadfast supporter of research activities at 51探花. Through its international research grant programs, the foundation seeks to promote the advancement of science and technology for the benefit of industry, economics, and society.

With this commitment, 51探花 and The Asahi Glass Foundation aim to continue contributing to the development of science and technology that benefits not only Indonesia but also the global community.

Reporter: Anggun Nindita
Translator: Hanifa Juliana (Urban and Regional Planning, 2020)
Editor: Anggi Nurdiani (Management, 2024)