The Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) proudly hosted a guest lecture by Prof. Taifo Mahmud, Ph.D., from Oregon State University, USA. The lecture, titled “Contemporary Approaches to Natural Product-based Drug Discovery and Development,” was held on August 15, 2024, at Unit IX of the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM.

Prof. Mahmud, a distinguished researcher in the field of pharmaceutical sciences, delivered an engaging presentation to an audience comprising Master’s and Doctoral degree students of UGM’s Faculty of Pharmacy. The lecture focused on the latest advancements in drug discovery and development from natural products, highlighting the role of biotechnology and medicinal chemistry in pioneering innovative therapeutic solutions. read more

Yogyakarta, August 2, 2024 – The Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) proudly concluded the International Summer Course on Natural Cosmetics: Exploring Indonesian Beauty. This intensive three-week program, held from July 15 to August 2, 2024, was designed to offer participants a deep dive into the development of natural cosmetics, leveraging Indonesia’s abundant natural resources and the global “Back to Nature” trend. The course featured two weeks of online lectures, followed by a week of on-site activities in Yogyakarta, providing a rich blend of theoretical and practical learning experiences. read more

Pharmacy UGM – (11/06) The Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) along with a delegation of researchers was invited to participate in the 4th ASEAN PharmNET 2024 Conference. This event, held in conjunction with the 2024 US-Thai Pharmacy Education Consortium Meeting: 30th Anniversary Commemoration, was hosted by Mahidol University in Thailand. As part of the activities, the ASEAN-US Dean/Representatives Meeting was conducted as a pre-conference session. Prof. Dr. Apt. Satibi, M.Si., Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy at UGM, attended as a representative of Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia. read more

Pharmacy UGM – On Friday, May 31, 2024, the Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) welcomed a delegation from Daewoong Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd., Korea. The esteemed delegation included Daniel Kwon, Jonghyun Lee, and Winston Obert from Daewoong Korea, as well as Dita Ayu Purnamasari from Daewoong Biologics Indonesia.

The primary objective of this visit was to explore potential collaborative opportunities with UGM’s researchers and to benchmark the advanced laboratory facilities of the UGM Faculty of Pharmacy. The discussions aimed at strengthening research partnerships and enhancing internship prospects for UGM students. read more

Pharmacy UGM – As part of community service activities, lecturers and UGM Faculty of Pharmacy students participated in free health treatment service activities at Lumbini Park, Borobudur Temple, Central Java. The activity was held for 2 days on Saturday-Sunday, 18-19 May 2024 with the number of participants reaching 7 thousand people. This community service was hosted by the Indonesian Buddhist Representative (WALUBI) in the framework of the Tri Suci Waisak 2568 BE/2024 celebration in collaboration with various parties, one of which was the UGM Faculty of Pharmacy. read more

Pharmacy UGM – The Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) proudly announces a significant stride in international academic collaboration with the signing of a Joint Doctoral Program Agreement with the Faculty of Science at Leiden University, Netherlands. The Signing Ceremony took place on April 25, 2024, at the Leiden University Rectorate, attended by esteemed delegations from both institutions.

The UGM delegation, led by Dean Prof. Dr. Apt. Satibi, M.Si, along with the doctoral program team, joined counterparts from Leiden University, including its esteemed Rector, Prof. dr. Hester Bijl, and Dean of the Faculty of Science, Prof. dr. Jasper Knoester. Notable colleagues specializing in international affairs and legal matters from Leiden University also witnessed the signing of this collaborative agreement. read more

Pharmacy UGM – The Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) embarked on a fruitful journey of collaboration during its visit to the University of Groningen in the Netherlands from April 23 to 24, 2024. Led by the Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, Prof. Dr. Apt. Satibi, M.Si., the delegation aimed to strengthen ties between the two institutions and advance academic development, particularly in the context of the Agreement of Double Doctoral Program.

The visit was warmly received by colleagues and partners at the University of Groningen, including representatives from the International Office, the leaderboard of the Faculty of Science and Engineering, and the Groningen Research Institute of Pharmacy. Beyond the intended Double Degree Program, discussions centered on collaborative research activities between the two faculties, as well as familiarization with the University of Groningen’s research laboratories. read more

Pharmacy UGM – The collaboration between the Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) and the Faculty of Science at the University of Leiden, Netherlands, takes a significant step forward with the recent visit of delegates from University of Leiden to UGM. The visit, which took place from March 4 to March 8, 2024, aimed not only to initiate discussions on joint degree programs but also to foster research collaboration, particularly focusing on Zebrafish, involving the faculties of Pharmacy, Biology, and Public Health and Nursing at UGM. read more

Picture 1. Deanery of Faculty of Pharmacy UGM together with Dean College of Pharmacy TMU and the TMU Students

Pharmacy UGM – The Deanery of the Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), consisting of Dean Prof. Dr. Satibi, M.Si., Apt., Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs Dr. Nanang Munif Yasin, S.Si., M.Pharm., Apt., and Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Cooperation, and Alumni Dr.rer.nat. Nanang Fakhrudin, M.Si., Apt., undertook a significant mission with visits to Taipei Medical University (TMU) and China Medical University (CMU). The delegation also participated in The Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations (FAPA) Congress 2023 at the Taipei International Convention Center. The series of activities took place from October 24 to October 28, 2023. read more

Pharmacy UGM – The Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has embarked on a diplomatic mission to foster and enhance collaboration with four esteemed institutions in Japan from 24 to 28 September 2023. The delegation engaged in various activities during their visit, solidifying their commitment to advancing pharmaceutical research and development.

1. Chiba Cancer Center Research Institute (CCCRI):

At CCCRI, the UGM Faculty of Pharmacy delegation had a productive meeting with Director Yoshitaka Hippo, MD, PhD. The discussions revolved around the ongoing collaborative research supported by the e-ASIA joint research program for 2022-2024. The primary focus was on the development of anti-cancer drug compounds. The fruitful meeting concluded with an agreement to actively participate in the ICPAPS event scheduled on 3 – 5 November 2023, which will be hosted by Faculty of Pharmacy UGM. read more