ITSRC–UNRAM Contributes to Technical Training on the Development of a National Seaweed Seed Biobank
Mataram, Lombok, Indonesia April 16, 2026 — The International Tropical Seaweed Research Center (ITSRC), University of Mataram, participated as a key speaker in the Technical Workshop on Seaweed Seed Biobank Development, organized by the Directorate General of Aquaculture, Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP), in collaboration with UNIDO under the GQSP Indonesia Phase 2 […]
Indonesia Launches International Seaweed Research Center in Ekas Bay, East Lombok
East Lombok — The Vice Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, Stella Christie, emphasized the importance of strengthening Indonesia’s seaweed research as part of the national strategy and the transformation of the coastal economy. She delivered the statement during the groundbreaking ceremony of the International Tropical Seaweed Research Center (ITSRC) in West Nusa […]
Indonesian and UK scientists meet in Jakarta and Lombok to ensure increased resilience of seaweed sector
An international team of scientists made the case for Indonesia to further safeguard its crucial seaweed industry during two workshops involving over 100 representatives of the country’s government, seaweed industry and NGOs last week in Jakarta and Lombok. Researchers from the GlobalSeaweed-PROTECT programme explained how the adoption of a Progressive Management Pathway for Improving Biosecurity for Seaweed (PMP/AB-Seaweed) would provide further protection […]
UNRAM–ITSRC Participates in Collaborative Workshop in the Philippines
Tacloban, Philippines – A research team from the University of Mataram–International Tropical Seaweed Research Center (UNRAM–ITSRC), together with GlobalSeaweed-PROTECT partners, has successfully completed a collaborative workshop focused on technology transfer for coastal communities. The event, held in Tacloban, Philippines, served as a platform for two-way knowledge exchange between academics, local government, NGOs, and coastal community […]
Kick-Off Meeting of KONEKSI-BRIN LPDP 2025
Kick-Off Meeting of KONEKSI BRIN: Commercialising Cultivated Tropical and Temperate Seaweeds as a Sustainable Source of Nutraceuticals or Health and Nutrition” was successfully held on September 8–12, 2025, at Jayakarta Hotel, organized by the International Tropical Seaweed Research Center, University of Mataram. The meeting was attended by the KONEKSI research team, BRIN researchers, Vice Rector […]
ITSRC Strengthens International Community Engagement in Satun, Thailand
Satun, Thailand — The International Tropical Seaweed Research Center, a leading research center at the University of Mataram focusing on the sustainable utilization of marine resources through a biorefinery approach, has strengthened its role in international community engagement in the marine sector. In collaboration with Yunus Thailand, Kasetsart University, Natural History Museum, Scottish Association for […]
UMCMB Participates in China-ASEAN Seaweed Forum and Chairman Symposium in Guangzhou
The University of Mataram International Tropical Seaweed Center (UMCMB) proudly took part in the China-ASEAN Seaweed Corporation Forum and Chairman-Level Symposium of Seaweed Associations, held in Guangzhou, China, from July 12 to 14, 2025. Representing UMCMB, Dr. Eka Sunarwidhi Prasedya was invited as a speaker to deliver a talk on “Strengthening Indonesia’s Seaweed Coastal Communities […]
UMCMB and Konservasi Indonesia Launch Seaweed Planting and Workshop in Waingapu
Empowering Local Farmers Through Training and Sustainable Practices Waingapu, East Sumba – The University of Mataram Center for Marine Biorefineries (UMCMB), in collaboration with Conservation Indonesia, held a seaweed planting program in the coastal area of Waingapu. The activity was part of a joint effort to restore coastal ecosystems and strengthen the economic resilience of […]
UMCMB Joins the 13th International Phycological Congress in Bohol, Philippines
The 13th International Phycological Congress (IPC) will take place from June 8–13, 2025, in Panglao, Bohol, a renowned marine biodiversity hotspot in the Philippines. This year’s congress is hosted by the Marine Science Institute of the University of the Philippines – Diliman, and brings together global experts to exchange knowledge and foster collaboration in algal […]
Vice Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Technology Visits UMCMB
Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Technology Visits UMCMB On May 18, 2025, Prof. Stella Christie, the Vice Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Technology, visited the University of Mataram Center for Marine Biorefineries (UMCMB). She was accompanied by the Director General of Higher Education and representatives from the Executive Board for Priority Economic […]
ITSRC–UNRAM Contributes to Technical Training on the Development of a National Seaweed Seed Biobank
Mataram, Lombok, Indonesia April 16, 2026 — The International Tropical Seaweed Research Center (ITSRC), University of Mataram, participated as a key speaker in the Technical Workshop on Seaweed Seed Biobank Development, organized by the Directorate […]
Indonesia Launches International Seaweed Research Center in Ekas Bay, East Lombok
East Lombok — The Vice Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, Stella Christie, emphasized the importance of strengthening Indonesia’s seaweed research as part of the national strategy and the transformation of the coastal […]
Indonesian and UK scientists meet in Jakarta and Lombok to ensure increased resilience of seaweed sector
An international team of scientists made the case for Indonesia to further safeguard its crucial seaweed industry during two workshops involving over 100 representatives of the country’s government, seaweed industry and NGOs last week in Jakarta and Lombok. Researchers from the GlobalSeaweed-PROTECT […]
UNRAM–ITSRC Participates in Collaborative Workshop in the Philippines
Tacloban, Philippines – A research team from the University of Mataram–International Tropical Seaweed Research Center (UNRAM–ITSRC), together with GlobalSeaweed-PROTECT partners, has successfully completed a collaborative workshop focused on technology transfer for coastal communities. The event, […]