UMCMB’s Contribution at the 25th International Seaweed Symposium in Victoria,Canada.
The University of Mataram Center for Marine Biorefineries (UMCMB) contributed to the 25th International Seaweed Symposium (ISS), held from May 4–9, 2025, at the Victoria Conference Centre, British Columbia, Canada. This year’s theme, “Igniting Innovation: Building On The Past To Advance The Seaweed Momentum,” brought together leading researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders in the seaweed sector. […]
UMCMB Invited to APEC Workshop 2025 in Busan, South Korea
UMCMB Invited to APEC Workshop 2025 in Busan, South KoreaHighlighting Indonesia’s Marine Innovation on the Global Stage The University of Mataram Center for Marine Biorefineries (UMCMB) participated in the APEC Workshop 2025 held in Busan, South Korea, under the theme “Strengthening Climate Resilience and Food Security via Stakeholder-Driven Sustainable Seaweed Supply Chains.” The workshop was […]
UMCMB Secures Funding from UKRI for Development of Climate-Resilient Seaweeds in Southeast Asia
Mataram, University of Mataram – The UMCMB is proud to announce a new research project to address the challenges of the Indonesian and Southeast Asian seaweed industry. ‘GLOBALSEAWEED-PROTECT’ is one of the projects funded by the United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) in 2025, worth around 4 million USD. This research collaborative project is a consortium […]
UMCMB participates in Seagriculture Conference Asia Pacific 2025
The growth is insufficient, and despite its much-lauded environmental advantages—now undergoing more rigorous scrutiny—permitting, production expenses, processing infrastructure, and scalability present considerable challenges. The primary insights from Seagriculture, the inaugural international seaweed conference, were that it was held in the Asia Pacific for the second time. Conducted in March at Adelaide, Australia – The primary […]
Contribution at the launch of the International Tropical Seaweed Center (ITSRC) IN Bali
Wednesday, 22 May 2024 – Eka Sunarwidhi Prasedya, Ph.D was invited as one of the speakers at the launch of the International Tropical Seaweed Research Center (ITSRC). This event is an initiative of the Indonesian government initiated through the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Investment (Kemenkomarves). The ITSRC was established with the aim of […]
UPA Integrated Laboratory of Mataram University Successfully held the International Mini Symposium-2024
Mataram University, through its Integrated Laboratory Unit (UPA), successfully hosted the prestigious International Mini Symposium 2024 on Monday, July 8, 2024. The symposium, themed “Integration of Transdisciplinary Studies for Promotion of Human and Environmental Health,” aimed to promote human and environmental health through the integration of cross-disciplinary studies.The event was opened with remarks by Prof. […]
Prof. Mutsuaki Suzuki Visit PUI-Biosciences and Biotechnology, University of Mataram
Professor Mutsuaki Suzuki from the Research Organization of Information and System, National Institute of Genetics, Japan visit to Mataram University on 20 – 22 February 2023. The activity began with visit to Rector of Mataram University, Vice rector for research and collaboration, and Deputy director for research and community services. The discussions focused on the […]
Eka Sunarwidhi Prasedya, Ph.D Visit The Marine Science Institute, University of the Philippines
Founder of PUI-Bioscience and Biotechnology, University of Mataram (Unram), Eka Sunarwidhi Prasedya, Ph.D visit to The Marine Science Institute, University of the Philippines on 7 – 12 February 2023. The activity began with follow the World Expert Lecture Series The Marine Science Institute with Dr. Scott Fahrenkrug on 7 – 8 February 2023. The World […]
Field Work Practice (Internship) at Malaya Universiti, Malaysia
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Mataram (Unram) with PUI-Biosciences and Biotechnology, University of Mataram (Unram) carried out International Field Work Practices (Students Internship). The activity was carried out at Univeriti Malaya Malaysia with three biology study program students from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Unram for one month. This internship […]
PUI-Biosciences and Biotechnology Held The 1st Popularization of Medical Knowledge (POMk) Contest
The Popularization of Medical Knowledge (POMk) Contest is a program from the Japan International Corporate Agency together with Fukushima Medical University in collaboration with PUI-Biosciences and Biotechnology which is the final series of POMk activities for 1 year. The Popularization of Medical Knowledge (POMk) Contest activity took place in a hybrid way via zoom and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]