The Biotechnology Study Program, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Universitas Diponegoro (UNDIP) successfully held an online Visiting Professor event via Zoom on August 25, 2025. This event was part of the World Class University Program and featured Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aizi Nor Mazila Ramli, Dean of the Faculty of Industrial Sciences and Technology at Universiti Malaysia Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah.
The online event took place on Monday, August 25, 2025 and was open to the public. The session was moderated by Nurina Tahta A. M., S.Si., M.Biotech., a lecturer in the Biotechnology Study Program at UNDIP, and hosted by MC Jordan Mesakh, who ensured a dynamic and engaging discussion.
The event, themed “Advancing Biotechnology Through Enzyme Technology and Protein Engineering”, aimed to enrich academic and research insights for both students and lecturers in the field of biotechnology, particularly in the application of enzyme technology and protein engineering in advancing modern biotechnology innovations. The session was interactive and engaging.
Over 100 participants from various backgrounds attended the event. The large number of questions asked highlighted the high enthusiasm for the topics presented. In her presentation, Prof. Aizi explained the basic concepts of enzymes, their mechanisms, and their applications in both research and industry. She also discussed various genetic engineering techniques, challenges in developing enzymes for industrial needs, and her latest research on Bromelain enzymes from various pineapple varieties as promising biotechnology candidates, enzymes from edible bird’s nests with great development potential, and recent advancements in protein engineering.
“This Visiting Professor program not only enriches the students’ knowledge but also opens up opportunities for international collaboration in biotechnology, particularly in enzyme research and protein engineering,” said Dr. Sri Pujiyanto, S.Si., M.Si., Head of the Biotechnology Study Program at UNDIP.
With its lively interactions and discussions, the event is expected to inspire students and young researchers to continue developing biotechnology innovations. Through this initiative, UNDIP’s Biotechnology Study Program hopes to open up more opportunities for collaboration, including joint research, student exchanges (inbound and outbound), and strengthening academic networking among lecturers and researchers.