The UNAIR delegation was led by Vice Rector for Research, Innovation, and Community Development (RICD), Prof Dr Muhammad Miftahussurur, dr MKes SpPD-KGEH PhD. Edinburgh Napier University was represented by Dr Gail Norris, Associate Dean International and Associate Professor of Midwifery at the School of Health & Social Care, and Dr Pauline A. Gordon, Deputy Head of International (Partnerships) at The Business School, along with representatives from several research centers.

From consortium collaboration to applied research

Prof Miftahussurur explained that UNAIR and Edinburgh Napier have already been connected through several global research networks, particularly in the health sciences. Going forward, the two institutions aim to build on these connections through joint research initiatives developed collaboratively from the outset, with clearly defined agendas, funding, and outcomes.

He also introduced UNAIR鈥檚 research ecosystem, including research centers and centers of research excellence in the health sciences with established international networks in clinical and community-based research. At the same time, he emphasized UNAIR鈥檚 interest in broadening its partnerships into business, public policy, and community development, consistent with the RICD portfolio.

Research connected to industry and society

The Edinburgh Napier leaderships highlighted several research centers within The Business School that work directly with industry, government, and communities. These include the Centre for Business Innovations and Sustainable Solutions, which helps businesses and communities develop innovative and sustainable solutions; the Tourism Research Centre, which focuses on sustainable tourism; the Centre for Child & Family Law & Policy, which contributes to the development of family law and policy; and the Centre for Military Research, Education & Public Engagement.

鈥淭hese centers are multidisciplinary and open to research collaboration with international partners,鈥� she said.

Prof Miftahussurur said this model of research centers working closely with industry aligns with UNAIR鈥檚 efforts to strengthen research commercialization and community development. It could therefore create opportunities for applied research partnerships, particularly in sustainability, the creative economy and tourism, and social policy.

鈥淚n the health sciences, Edinburgh Napier has research strengths in mental health, wellbeing, and midwifery, including an ongoing midwifery project with partners in Vietnam that has the potential to be expanded to the Indonesian context,鈥� he said.

Doctoral programs and joint supervision

The discussion also turned to doctoral education as a potential pathway for deepening joint research. Edinburgh Napier presented its Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), a flexible, modular program that includes online components, allowing students from Indonesia to participate without having to live in Edinburgh throughout their studies. The two sides also discussed a split-site PhD model, in which students divide their time between their home university and Edinburgh Napier while receiving supervision from faculty at both institutions.

Prof Miftahussurur explained that UNAIR has already established joint-supervision arrangements with universities in Australia, Japan, and Taiwan, with the timing and location of study determined jointly by students and their supervisors. He proposed developing similar arrangements with Edinburgh Napier, including sandwich and double-degree programs, through UNAIR鈥檚 Graduate School and Faculty of Economics and Business.

Follow up meetings

As a follow-up to the visit, the two institutions agreed to hold a technical meeting online involving UNAIR鈥檚 Graduate School and relevant units. The meeting will focus on developing doctoral education partnerships, joint research initiatives, and collaboration with several research centers at Edinburgh Napier.

During the visit, Prof Miftahussurur was accompanied by Prof Ferry Efendi, SKep Ns MSc PhD, Head of the Institute for Journal Development, Publication, and Intellectual Property (LPJPHKI) and a lecturer at UNAIR鈥檚 Faculty of Nursing (FKp). Prof Efendi highlighted opportunities for joint research on the migration of Indonesian nurses overseas through government-supported pathways, including to Japan and Germany, as well as opportunities to expand collaboration in midwifery.

鈥淭he visit to Edinburgh Napier University is part of the UNAIR delegation鈥檚 working visit to the United Kingdom from September 7鈥�13, 2026, which also includes a meeting with King鈥檚 College London and participation in EAIE Glasgow 2026,鈥� said Prof Efendi.

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Recognizing the importance of trauma recovery for earthquake survivors in NTT, 东京热 (UNAIR) has once again deployed volunteers to provide medical support. The volunteers are dr Riani and dr Laili, two students in the Psychiatry Specialist Medical Education Program (PPDS) at UNAIR鈥檚 Faculty of Medicine (FK).

UNAIR Rector Prof Dr Muhammad Madyan SE MSi MFin, accompanied by Vice Rector for Entrepreneurial Ecosystem and Business Development (EEPB) Prof Dr Koko Srimulyo Drs MSi, officially sent off the two volunteers in a symbolic ceremony on Thursday, September 10, 2026. The Rector expressed his hope that their humanitarian mission would proceed smoothly and without any obstacles.

鈥淚 hope everything can be carried out as well as possible. Hopefully, everything will go smoothly, and they can return here to continue their PPDS education,鈥� he said at the Balai RUA, fourth floor of the Management Office at the MERR-C Campus.

Screening needs

The two volunteers will leave for NTT, specifically East Manggarai, on Friday morning, September 11, 2026. They will carry out their duties there for the following week.

Speaking to UNAIR NEWS, dr Riani said their deployment was prompted by the need to screen residents for stress and trauma following the disaster. Before their departure, the two volunteers coordinated with local psychiatrists and health officials to prepare for the mission.

鈥淭he area we will visit, East Manggarai, has many children who have been affected and are experiencing stress and anxiety. Schools there are also closed, so we will conduct screening to help prepare them to return to school and become more resilient,鈥� she explained.

Children are not the only ones vulnerable to mental health challenges following a disaster. Adults who have been affected may also experience psychological distress. For this reason, the screening will also include adults and older people.

The medical services will include education on relaxation and grounding techniques. Both are non-medication-based therapies that can be practiced whenever needed.

鈥淚f someone feels anxious, these therapies can be used. We will then conduct screening, and if medication is needed, we will provide it. If the medication is unavailable, we will refer the patient to the nearest hospital,鈥� she added.

The psychological support and mental health services will be provided at the main evacuation shelter, as well as in other areas that have not yet been reached. 鈥淭he main shelter will certainly be one of our locations. We will then coordinate with the local health authorities and psychiatrists to identify and visit places that have been seriously affected, particularly those that are far from the main area,鈥� she said.

The deployment of FK UNAIR鈥檚 PPDS volunteers is expected to provide much-needed support as affected communities work to recover from the trauma of the disaster. With this assistance, residents can gradually regain their resilience and begin returning to their daily activities after the disaster.

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EAIE Glasgow 2026 marked the 36th annual EAIE conference and was held under the theme 鈥淭he Rhythm of Revolution.鈥� The event brought together thousands of higher education leaders and internationalization professionals from around the world, featuring more than 240 sessions and activities, as well as an exhibition that provided a central venue for universities to connect and explore potential partnerships.

Study in Indonesia pavilion

UNAIR joined other Indonesian universities at the Study in Indonesia pavilion (Booth E56). Over the three-day exhibition, Prof Miftahussurur held 13 bilateral meetings with representatives from partner universities across Europe, Asia, and Australia. The institutions included Dorset College Dublin in Ireland; Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vak谋f University, 脟ukurova University, and Istanbul Ayd谋n University in T眉rkiye; the University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia; the University of Trieste in Italy; Leiden University in the Netherlands; the University of Antwerp in Belgium; KIIT University in India; the University of Opole in Poland; DHBW Ravensburg in Germany; the University of Oulu in Finland; and Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland.

Focus on research and Tridharma

In these meetings, Prof Miftahussurur emphasized that UNAIR鈥檚 international partnerships go beyond student mobility. The university is seeking to build more comprehensive collaborations centered on research and the Tridharma of higher education. Potential areas of cooperation include joint research and publications, joint supervision of doctoral students, faculty and student mobility, cross-border community service programs, and double-degree and credit-transfer programs at the master鈥檚 and doctoral levels.

Prof Miftahussurur said having university leaders participate directly in forums such as EAIE can help accelerate the development of partnerships, allowing strategic matters to be discussed directly with decision-makers at partner institutions. He added that several of the universities represented in the meetings were part of follow-up efforts stemming from communications initiated by UNAIR students before the conference.

UNAIR鈥檚 participation in EAIE Glasgow reflects the university鈥檚 broader efforts to strengthen its international reputation and expand global research collaboration, an area that serves as an important indicator in global university rankings. Alongside the bilateral meetings, the UNAIR delegation attended the Opening Plenary on September 9 and the Closing Ceremony on September 11, 2026.

United Kingdom visit series

The EAIE Glasgow conference was part of Prof Miftahussurur鈥檚 working visit to the United Kingdom from September 7鈥�13, 2026. Before attending the conference, on September 7, the RICD Vice Rector and Prof Ferry Efendi Skep Ns MSc PhD, Chair of UNAIR鈥檚 LPJPHKI, met with representatives of the Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care at King鈥檚 College London to explore potential collaboration in research, education, and AI-driven innovation in higher education.

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Prof Miftahussurur was joined by Prof Ferry Efendi, SKep Ns MSc PhD, Head of the Institute for Journal Development, Publication, and Intellectual Property (LPJPHKI) and a lecturer at UNAIR鈥檚 Faculty of Nursing (FKp). Representing KCL were Prof Richard Harding (Executive Dean), Dr Julia Philippou (Vice Dean International Engagement), Prof Glenn Robert (Vice Dean Research & Impact), Dr Maria Duaso, Dr Mary Leamy, and Dr Ehsan Khan, along with faculty teams overseeing research management, international partnerships, and digital learning.

UNAIR doctoral collaboration model

Prof Miftahussurur shared UNAIR鈥檚 experience in developing joint-supervision arrangements for doctoral programs with international partner universities. Under the model, doctoral students, particularly UNAIR faculty members, receive supervision from academic advisors at both institutions, with support from the Indonesia Endowment Fund for Education (LPDP), scholarships provided by partner governments, or UNAIR鈥檚 matching-grant schemes.

He said the model has created meaningful benefits for both sides. 鈥淪tudents gain access to international supervision and research facilities, while partner institutions gain opportunities for joint publications and stronger research networks,鈥� said the UNAIR Faculty of Medicine (FK) lecturer. He proposed exploring a similar arrangement with KCL, while taking into account the needs and funding mechanisms of each institution.

UNAIR, he added, is also open to hosting KCL students in Indonesia for community service and clinical activities. These could include visits to community health centers (Puskesmas) and participation in community-based care programs, potentially linked to student mobility and credit-recognition arrangements at both universities.

Prof Efendi, meanwhile, outlined the UNAIR Faculty of Nursing鈥檚 research priorities, which include clinical and community nursing. He highlighted research on migration policies affecting Indonesian nurses, conducted in collaboration with the WHO, ILO, and IOM, as Indonesia prepares to become one of the region鈥檚 largest sources of nursing professionals.

AI-Based higher education innovation

The KCL team also demonstrated a digital learning platform designed to give nursing students access to virtual community-based clinical practice. Students can use the platform to review simulated patient medical records, interact with AI-powered patients, develop care plans, and receive reflective feedback on their work.

鈥淭he platform can be adapted to different languages and populations, creating an opportunity to tailor it to nursing education in Indonesia, particularly to help address differences in clinical learning infrastructure across institutions,鈥� he explained.

The two institutions also discussed regulatory considerations surrounding AI use and the protection of intellectual property arising from AI-based innovations. The meeting concluded with an agreement to identify shared priorities in research, education, and mobility, followed by further technical discussions through online meetings facilitated by Airlangga Global Engagement (AGE). The KCL meeting marked the first engagement of the UNAIR delegation鈥檚 working visit to the United Kingdom from September 7鈥�12, 2026, which also includes participation in the European Association for International Education (EAIE) conference in Glasgow.

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Vice Rector for Resources Prof Dr Ardianto CA said the meeting offered students from across countries the opportunity to learn from one another. 鈥淭his meeting offers the opportunity to learn from each other, share knowledge, and build global perspectives. We must cultivate global minds in order to understand different perspectives,鈥� he said.

Building competencies amid change

Prof Ardianto noted that the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology has transformed the demands placed on professional competencies. At the same time, climate change, social equity, and global connectivity require young people to develop skills that go beyond technical ability to include substantive competencies as well.

The AUN-SAN forum and VOX Meeting served as a platform for discussing best practices in student development. Participants explored ways to strengthen student mobility, leadership development, entrepreneurship, and digital literacy, as well as how to apply technology in learning and daily life without compromising environmental sustainability.

This exchange of experience is expected to help universities identify more relevant approaches to shaping students with integrity and a sense of responsibility. 鈥淐ross-national collaboration also gives participants the opportunity to bring ideas from this forum back to their own campuses and communities,鈥� Prof Ardianto said.

Strengthen the role of student affairs

AUN Executive Director Prof Thanapan Laiprakobsup emphasized the importance of student affairs networks in supporting student development across the ASEAN region. 鈥淎 student’s experience is not shaped by academic activities alone. Higher education institutions also need to provide platforms that help students build their skills,鈥� he said.

Through the forum, participants were able to share ideas and best practices, which then evolved into policy recommendations to support solutions across the ASEAN region. 鈥淪tudent affairs practitioners and students can exchange ideas and develop mechanisms that support sustainability in ASEAN,鈥� he said.

The AUN-SAN forum and VOX Meeting served as part of a broader effort to shape a generation of young people in ASEAN capable of understanding and responding to change. The forum is expected to generate ideas that create a meaningful impact for the wider community across the region.

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Currently, this development has entered the in vivo preclinical testing phase, which is being conducted at UNAIR Veterinary Hospital (RSH), MERR-C Campus. In this development, UNAIR is also collaborating with an industry partner, PT Trafas Dwi Medika, represented by Septian Indra Wicaksana.

The issue of whether the TKA product in the market is suitable with the anatomy of Asian populations has become the background for the development of knee implants. An FST UNAIR lecturer, Prof Dr Prihartini Widiyanti drg MKes SBio CCD, explained that the design for these implants is based on the anthropometric data and the anatomy of the knees of Asian populations. The asymmetrical shape of the joint and the need for activities requiring a high degree of flexion were the key considerations for this development.

鈥淭his design is tailored to the anatomy of Asian people and the need for activities requiring a high degree of flexion. For example, the movements during prayer and certain sitting positions,鈥� she explained.

Develop anatomy-based design

Furthermore, Prof Widiyanti said that the research process has been underway since 2024. After finishing the design in 2025, the team selected 68 candidate materials in silico using Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) method.

The selection process resulted in three candidate materials for in vitro testing using cells and mechanical testing. These materials originated from France, China, and Germany. These selected materials then underwent in vivo testing at UNAIR Veterinary Hospital. After 40 days of implantation, the team collected samples of bone tissue, blood, and organs on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. These samples were used to analyze osseointegration, biocompatibility, immunological response, hematology, and toxicity.

Muhammad Hafizh Athari ST MT, a graduate of the Magister鈥檚 program in Biomedical Engineering at UNAIR who contributed to the TKA development, explained that the testing process was conducted to determine the body鈥檚 response to the biomaterial.

鈥淲e conduct these tests to determine the body鈥檚 response to biomaterial. Ranging from osseointegration and biocompatibility to immunological responses and toxicity. All tests are conducted in accordance with ISO standards,鈥� he explained.

Inter-disciplinary collaboration toward downstreaming

In this collaboration, FK UNAIR contributes to the clinical aspects and orthopedic needs, while the Biomedical Engineering department of FST UNAIR focuses on the design and biomaterial, and Veterinary Hospital FKH UNAIR supports pra-clinical testing. PT Trafas Dwi Medika is responsible for production, component fabrication, material procurement, and product regulation and registration.

Preliminary test results show a response in line with the team鈥檚 expectation. The implant design has also been patented. Once finishing the analysis and report, the team plans to continue development toward further downstreaming and production.

This innovation is expected to produce implants tailored to the characteristics of Asian patients while reducing reliance on imported products. Collaboration among academics, medical professionals, teaching hospitals, and industry is a crucial step in ensuring that UNAIR鈥檚 research findings can benefit the public.

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Building international network

In his remarks, UNAIR Rector Prof Dr Muhammad Madyan MFin praised the students for their hard work, dedication, and every effort they had put into completing their studies. He noted that the KNB program was more than an academic scholarship, it also served as a bridge for strengthening friendship, cooperation, and understanding between nations.

“During your time here, you not only gained knowledge, but also became part of the larger 东京热 family, while helping maintain strong relations between Indonesia and your home countries,” he said.

Prof Madyan added that he hoped the knowledge, experience, and networks the graduates had built during their studies at UNAIR would equip them to make a tangible impact, both in Indonesia and around the world. He also thanked the KNB program, the graduate school, and everyone who had supported the graduates throughout their academic journey. “Congratulations as you begin your service in your respective fields as part of your life’s journey, and take pride in being part of the UNAIR family,” he said.

Learning from great professors

Faisal Aftab, one of the graduates, described his time at UNAIR as comfortable and rewarding. Beyond his coursework, he said, the experience allowed him to learn a new language and culture while getting to know Indonesia more closely. “At first, it was difficult because of the differences in language and culture. But once I started studying, I came to love how amazing Indonesian culture is,” he explained.

Aftab said UNAIR had helped turn his dream into reality, offering facilities and opportunities he had never had access to before. “I’m truly grateful for the chance to learn from such outstanding professors. I’ve been here for three years, but it still feels like I arrived only yesterday. Given another opportunity, I would come back to Indonesia, this country has given me so much hope and knowledge,” he added.

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From Faculty of Public Health (FKM) UNAIR, the event was attended by three lecturers, Prof Ira Nurmala SKM MPH PhD, Prof Dr Lutfi Agus Salim, and Dr Muthmainnah. Along with four undergraduate Public Health students: Siti Mudmainah, Eunike Merry Crismatea, Fania Ayu Harsanti, and Dina Kinanti Dewi.

The four students took part in the Student Outbound Parttime program at UiTM from August 10-14, 2026. Event documentation lists the workshop venue as Dewan Anggerik Sari, Aras 3, Plaza Satelit B, UiTM Cawangan Selangor, Puncak Alam Campus.

Learning and exchange of ideas

On the first day, Tuesday (8/11/2026), participants took part in a series of activities beginning with registration and breakfast, followed by an introductory session on 360-Degree Video in Education and a hands-on workshop on creating 360-degree content. The agenda continued with a session on Virtual Learning and Immersive Learning Environment.

In the afternoon, Prof Nurmala presented on best practices in digital teaching innovation and international academic collaboration. The first day closed with a dialogue and best-practice sharing session between UiTM and UNAIR.

On the second day, Wednesday (8/12/2026), participants were introduced to CIDL and its role in transforming teaching and learning (PdP), followed by an innovation visit to UiTM’s Makerspace. Prof Salim then delivered a session on strengthening international research collaboration and evidence-based academic development. Meanwhile, Dr Muthmainnah shared perspectives on digital innovation and artificial intelligence in education and community development.

The program continued with a strategic discussion on potential UiTM鈥揢NAIR collaboration in research, publication, and academic mobility, before closing with a photo session. For UNAIR, the event was not meant to stop at two days of knowledge exchange. The meeting with UiTM was aimed at building more concrete, sustainable partnership.

Strategic agenda

The collaboration discussed covers joint research, scientific publication, innovative and digital learning development, academic mobility, and capacity building for lecturers and students. This aligned with the strategic agenda outlined in the UiTM鈥揢NAIR discussion session on research, publishing, and academic mobility.

As a follow-up, five UiTM lecturers are scheduled to make a return visit to UNAIR from August 30 鈥� September 5, 2026. The visit will include research fellow and guest lecturer activities, so the partnership built extends beyond the meeting in Malaysia and continues through direct academic activities at UNAIR.

“We greatly appreciate the opportunity to learn and exchange experiences with UiTM. For us, international collaboration isn’t just about meeting and sharing knowledge, but about how this meeting can produce real partnership, whether in research, education, or the development of student and lecturer capacity,” Prof Nurmala said.

She noted that the meeting between the two institutions also opens opportunities to bring together diverse expertise and perspectives in addressing education and public health challenges in the digital era.

This spirit of collaboration was reflected in a series of activities that included, not only seminars but also workshops, visits to innovation facilities, exchange of best practices, and strategic discussions on opportunities for further partnership.

Realizing SDGs

This UNAIR鈥揢iTM activity is also linked to several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4: Quality Education, through strengthening the quality and innovation of learning; SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, through the use of digital technology, virtual learning, 360-degree video, and artificial intelligence; and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, through strengthening international partnerships in education and research.

Further, this collaboration shows that university internationalization is realized not only through student and faculty mobility, but also through knowledge exchange, joint research, publication, learning method development, and the creation of sustainable academic networks. With the return visit of five UiTM lecturers to UNAIR on August 30 鈥� September 5, 2026 through the research fellow and guest lecturer agenda, partnership between the two institutions is expected to become more concrete and beneficial to the academic community, while opening opportunities for more collaborative programs in the future.

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The event was organized by the International
Pharmaceutical Students鈥� Federation (IPSF),
with Chulalongkorn University serving as the
host. The UNAIR delegation consisted of
Alprida Patmana Laludin Rumi, Ardelia Citra
Putri Lestari, Hariette Damery Lumban
Toruan, Hitaro Victory Lumban Toruan,
Mahayodia Zolla Al Hasbi, Surya Andri
Simanjuntak, Timotius Jayandana, Nailal
Husna, Nurafiah Nashwa Andini, R. A. Kayika
Dewipraja, Rasya Azka Shafira, and Rikha
Manda Novarina.

International pharmacy competitions

Toruan explained that the UNAIR delegation鈥檚 participation was part of the involvement of the Faculty of Pharmacy Student Executive Board (BEM FF UNAIR) in IPSF. The event featured a series of activities, including competitions, symposiums, cultural workshops, as well as industry and hospital visits.

鈥淭here were many activities to take part in during the World Congress. In addition to the competitions, we attended workshops, visited pharmaceutical industries and hospitals, and exchanged experiences with pharmacy students from different countries,鈥� she explained.

She also explained that in the Compounding Event, participants were challenged to formulate a suspension dosage form for an anthelmintic drug within 90 minutes. Meanwhile, the Clinical Skills Event tested participants鈥� ability to solve clinical cases involving treatment regimens, pharmacology, and pharmacotherapy.

Learning pharmacy and cross-cultural
perspectives

In addition to the competitions, the delegation
visited the Government Pharmaceutical
Organization (GPO) to learn about the
production of generic medicines, from granulation and tablet compression to
capsule manufacturing and quality control
testing.

Toruan said the experience broadened her
understanding of pharmacy while
strengthening her ability to adapt to different
cultures. 鈥淭hrough one of the World
Congress activities, the International Night,
we had the opportunity to learn about
cultures from different countries. So, we not
only learned about pharmacy, but also how to
communicate and adapt to different cultures,鈥�
she said.

She encouraged students not to hesitate to
pursue international experiences. 鈥淛ust give it
a try and start with small activities, such as
webinars or virtual student exchange
programs. When we enjoy participating in a
program, more new opportunities will open
up,鈥� she concluded.

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The activity focused on learning about robot-assisted nephrectomy using the Da Vinci Xi robotic system. Through the program, Mahlevi gained experience observing the application of minimally invasive surgery in urological procedures, including kidney transplantation.

Exploring robotic surgical technology

Mahlevi explained that his interest in urology was one of the reasons he chose to deepen his knowledge of robotic surgical technology. He noted that minimally invasive approaches have the potential to support faster patient recovery.

鈥淎s technology continues to advance, surgical procedures are increasingly moving toward safer and minimally invasive approaches. These approaches benefit both patients and doctors by reducing surgical trauma and accelerating the recovery process,鈥� he explained.

During the activity, Mahlevi joined patient visits to observe assessments and
postoperative patient management, while also learning about robot-assisted surgery in kidney transplantation. He also had the opportunity to study laparoscopic mapping, the robot-assisted nephrectomy procedure, and the use of indocyanine green to assess renal tissue perfusion after transplantation.

Learning from Italy鈥檚 clinical environment

According to Mahlevi, one of the key differences he observed while studying urology in Italy was the broader use of robotic technology. This provided healthcare professionals with more opportunities to develop their competencies in modern surgical technology.

He hopes access to modern surgical technology in Indonesia can continue to be developed so that its benefits can reach more patients.

鈥淚 hope that the field of minimally invasive surgery in Indonesia can be further developed, both through enhancing the competence of medical personnel and expanding access to modern surgical technology,鈥� he stated.

In closing, Mahlevi encouraged students who wish to join similar programs not to limit their learning to established systems. 鈥淜eep your curiosity alive, be willing to ask questions, engage in discussions, and seek new experiences. Make the most of every opportunity to build connections and broaden your knowledge as much as possible,鈥� he concluded.

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