RESEARCH AREA
Marine Biomedicine
The study of marine organisms and their compounds for developing medical treatments, pharmaceuticals, and health-related applications.
Marine Biotechnology
The application of biotechnology in marine environments to develop products such as biofuels, enzymes, and pharmaceuticals, as well as improving aquaculture and environmental sustainability.
Marine Biodiversity
The variety of life in marine ecosystems, including species, habitats, and genetic diversity, which is essential for ecological balance and ocean health.
Marine Ecology & Climate Change
The study of marine ecosystems and their responses to climate change, including rising sea temperatures, ocean acidification, and habitat loss.
Marine Microbiology
The study of microorganisms in marine environments, including their roles in biogeochemical cycles, ecosystem health, and potential industrial or medical applications.
ABOUT US
The University of Mataram International Tropical Seaweed Research Center (ITSRC) is the new name of the University of Mataram Center for Marine Biorefinery (UMCMB), which was previously known as the Bioscience and Biotechnology Research Center (PUBB) established in 2018. In 2024, PUBB was renamed UMCMB to emphasize research on the conservation and utilization of marine resources. Continuing its evolution and growing focus on tropical seaweed, in 2025 UMCMB was renamed ITSC to better represent its specialization and global collaboration vision.
While ITSRC acknowledges the broad potential of marine biota, its research is primarily centered on seaweed, aligning with its vision to become a nationally and internationally competitive center of excellence in science and technology. ITSRC conducts seaweed-based research and innovation grounded in bioscience, biotechnology, and multi-omics approaches, contributing to food security, health, and a sustainable blue economy through the development of high-value bioproducts, the strengthening of marine-based industries, and the advancement of knowledge and technology for the sustainable management of marine resources.
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ITSRC Universitas Mataram Strengthens International Seaweed Research Network in China
Nanning, China, September 2026 — The International Tropical Seaweed Research Center (ITSRC), Universitas Mataram, continues to strengthen its international research network in the field of seaweed science. This commitment was demonstrated through the participation of Dr. Eka Sunarwidhi Prasedya, Associate Professor and researcher at ITSRC Universitas Mataram, in the International Workshop on Fishery Sustainable Development […]
Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden Engages with Indonesian Seaweed Research and Community Innovation in Lombok
Lombok, Indonesia – 6 September 2026 — Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden visited Gili Meno, North Lombok, today as part of a field visit highlighting marine conservation, sustainable coastal development, and community-based solutions in Indonesia. During the visit, researchers from the International Tropical Seaweed Research Center (ITSRC), Universitas Mataram, presented Indonesia’s […]
ITSRC Strengthens Seaweed Biosecurity Through Follow-up Webinar
Discussions with experts and stakeholders continue the series of workshops held in Jakarta and Lombok. Mataram, July 14, 2026 — The International Tropical Seaweed Research Center (ITSRC) at the University of Mataram hosted a follow-up webinar on the Progressive Management Pathway for Improving Aquaculture Biosecurity for Seaweed (PMP/AB-Seaweed). The webinar brought together 23 participants from […]
GLOBAL SEAWEED-PROTECT International Seminar Strengthens Global Collaboration on Marine Biodiversity, Biotechnology, and Blue Economy
Mataram, Indonesia – The International Tropical Seaweed Research Center (ITSRC), University of Mataram, successfully organized the GLOBAL SEAWEED-PROTECT: International Seminar on Marine Biodiversity, Biotechnology & Blue Economy Collaboration, bringing together international experts, researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss the sustainable development and protection of seaweed resources. The seminar served as a platform for knowledge […]