Jeremia Frandy Apitalau, a graduate student in the Biomedical Engineering Master Program, is currently completing his thesis research on a strategic topic exploring the potential of drug delivery in drug-eluting stents (DES). His research, titled “Design of Controlled Release Drug-Eluting Stent with Multi-Layer Chitosan and Curcumin”, aims to address a major challenge in the clinical application of drug-coated stents—namely, the initial burst release that can potentially increase the risk of restenosis (re-narrowing of blood vessels). read more

Chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and cancer are increasingly affecting the population. Currently, the treatment of chronic diseases and public health services still heavily rely on imported medical devices.

Meanwhile, the availability of domestically produced medical equipment remains very limited and needs to be rapidly improved. The enactment of Law No. 17 of 2023 opens up opportunities for domestic industries to accelerate the independent production of medical devices.

This law clearly mandates special attention to the provision of affordable healthcare services, especially through the development of self-sufficiency in the production of medical devices. read more

The Biomedical Engineering Master Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) aims to support Indonesia’s independence in the medical device sector, making the equipment more accessible to the public. Through this program, human resources are trained to become competent graduates capable of innovating in the production of medical devices.

The lecturers come from various faculties, bringing together diverse experiences and expertise that enrich students during their academic journey. This aligns with the program’s position under UGM’s Graduate School, which is known for its multidisciplinary approach. read more

One of the increasingly popular study programs in Indonesia is Biomedical Engineering. The Biomedical Engineering Master Program was established in response to the government’s desire to enhance the independence of the national medical device industry.

As a multidisciplinary program, the experiences of its students provide valuable insights into the field. A strong interest in both medicine and technology brought Yessi Idianingrum Tanu Wijaya, commonly known as Ecik, to pursue a master degree in Biomedical Engineering at UGM as the next step in her education. read more

“Yesterday, thank God, I received an offer from my academic advisor, Sir,” said Fitri Nur Laily, who is often called Fitri, enthusiastically sharing how she started her journey into the IIPP program.

At that time, her advisor was working on a collaborative project with a professor from National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), Taiwan. It turned out that Fitri’s thesis was related to this joint project.

Coincidentally, the professor from NCKU was registered as one of the supervisors in the internship program in Taiwan. This helped facilitate Fitri’s participation in the program organized by the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) for three months in mid-2024. read more

The Graduate School (SPs) of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) continues to encourage its students to innovate through various academic activities and multidisciplinary research.

Gabriel Aryo Wicaksono (Aryo), one of the students, shared how the program motivates students by bringing in guest lecturers from diverse backgrounds, including from BRIN (National Research and Innovation Agency) and the Faculty of Dentistry at UGM.

“Collaboration with researchers such as Ms. Gusnaniar, M. Biotech, Ph.D., and Drg. Isti Rahayu S, M.Biotech., Sp.Rad.O.M(K)., Ph.D. opens up opportunities for practical biomedical research,” he said. read more

Yogyakarta – Drg. Abizar Agung Wibawa, a Master student in Biomedical Engineering at the Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), began his academic journey by participating in the Research Sharing Vol. 1 project. In this event, he was entrusted with the role of Master of Ceremony (MC), facilitating a gathering between lecturers and students to discuss various research topics in the field of biomedical engineering.

“I was still in my first semester when I was asked to be the MC for this event. At first, it felt challenging because I didn’t know about the lecturers and fellow students yet, but through this event, I met more people from various academic backgrounds,” he said. read more

It is a point of pride for any academic program when its graduates continue to make a meaningful impact in society.

Since graduating from the Master’s Program in Biomedical Engineering at the Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) in 2016, Djoko Kuswanto, S.T., M.Biotech has contributed a range of innovations in healthcare, especially in biomedical technology. His career has been focused on the development of digital-based medical technology to improve the quality of healthcare services in Indonesia. read more

The limited healthcare infrastructure in island regions didn’t discourage Dr. R. A. A. Koesoema Wijaya, M.Sc. from innovating. As a physician at the North Seribu Islands Community Health Center (Puskesmas) in Jakarta, he successfully developed a prototype of health technology based on artificial intelligence (AI) to support medical services in remote areas.

Working in a region with restricted access was Dr. Wijaya’s main motivation for creating a technological solution.

“I often encounter challenges when treating patients due to a lack of facilities. It made me think—there must be a practical technological breakthrough,” he said. read more

The Biomedical Engineering Master Program (BME) at Universitas Gadjah Mada’s Graduate School (Sekolah Pascasarjana – SPs UGM) continues to attract students eager to delve into health-related engineering.

Three students from diverse backgrounds shared their unique experiences pursuing advanced studies in this educational city.

Indra Daulay, a graduate of Electrical Engineering Education at Universitas Negeri Medan, expressed his appreciation for the academic atmosphere in Yogyakarta.

“The culture and community in Jogja are very supportive for studying,” said Indra, who first set foot in Yogyakarta back in 2003. read more