Dr. Wiwit presented research publications to BMKG (Photo: Hero)
FMIPA UGM received a visit from the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) on Wednesday, Feb 28th, 2024 at Merapi Room, Department of Geophysics, FMIPA UGM. This visit aims to strengthen collaboration to boost the number of human resources in the fields of science and technology through Physics postgraduate programs.
Prof. Dr. Eng. Kuwat Triyana, M.Si., the Dean of FMIPA UGM, welcomed the presence and reinforcement of the collaboration. “The key to the success of an institution lies in the quality of its human resources. Even though the equipment and technology are complete, inadequate human resources can be risky,” said Prof. Kuwat.
Engagement dialogue between FMIPA UGM and BMKG (Photo: Hero)
In this regard, Dr.rer.nat. Wiwit Suryanto, S.Si., M.Si., a lecturer in Geophysics at FMIPA UGM, presented the types of study programs that BMKG employees can participate in, such as regular and research tracks. Furthermore, an introduction to learning facilities and support programs such as laboratories, field activities, and soft skills training was provided.
“Our graduates will not only be competent technically and scientifically but also in non-technical areas such as communication and work management. We also encourage students to commit to producing publications such as journals,” said Dr. Wiwit.
Nina Amelia Sasmita, M.Si., the Head of the Domestic Education Team at BMKG, expressed the purpose of the visit.
“We have many competent employees who are ready to pursue further education. Therefore, we need a learning program system that can accommodate our employees by dividing their time between studying and working. Additionally, we provide scholarships for our employees to complete their studies,” said Nina.
A photo session as a closing meeting (Photo: Hero)
From the agenda of the visit, FMIPA UGM also supports SDGs points 4 and 7 regarding quality education and innovation by encouraging the number of researchers in the fields of science and technology in postgraduate programs. Furthermore, FMIPA UGM welcomes government agencies in partnerships to achieve the goal of increasing the number of researchers by SDGs point 17.
Keywords: scholarship, BMKG, physics, science, research, innovation
Author: Febriska Noor Fitriana
Photos: Hero Prakosa Wibowo Priyanto
