Dr. Aeni Nurlatifah, a lecturer at the Faculty of Animal Science at Universitas Gadjah Mada, was selected as one of 39 Early Career Researchers (ECRs) from the ASEAN region to participate in the International Education Innovation Fund (IEIF) ASEAN Research Collaboration Project, running from June 1 to August 29, 2025. This program is an initiative of the Australian Government implemented at various leading research institutions, with the University of Western Australia (UWA) serving as the host institution. read more

The Faculty of Animal Science at Universitas Gadjah Mada, specifically the Department of Animal Product Technology, has once again demonstrated its commitment to fostering innovation in the livestock sector. In a recent study published in the Journal of Advanced Veterinary and Animal Research, Dr. Ir. Endy Triyannanto, S.Pt., M.Eng., IPM., ASEAN Eng., and his research team revealed the significant potential of cinnamon and citrus leaf essential oils to enhance the quality and shelf life of processed meat products, particularly se’i (smoked beef). This research represents a significant effort to address the relatively short shelf life of se’i by leveraging the natural antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of these essential oils. read more

The Faculty of Animal Science at UGM hosted a book review session for Powered by Happy: How to Get and Stay Happy at Work by Beth Thomas on Friday (25/7). Notably, the session featured four speakers, all administrative staff members of the faculty: Rima Amalia (International Cooperation Services), Prisilia Putri Susilowatie (Protocol), Fitri Febriyanto (Executive Secretary), and Agustin Pratiwi (Postgraduate Academic Services Coordinator).

“This is a breakthrough for the Faculty: a constructive book review that fosters a positive work spirit. We plan to hold similar sessions monthly, covering engaging topics,” said Nurma Diani Sekarsih, S.Pd., MBA, Head of the Faculty’s Administrative Office. read more

The Physical Activity Working Group of the Health Promoting University (HPU) initiative at the UGM Faculty of Animal Science organized the Fapet Run and a friendly volleyball match on Friday (/725). These concurrent events represent one of the targets set by the Faculty’s HPU program.

“The Faculty prioritizes the well-being of its academic community, focusing on both mental and physical health,” stated Nurma Diani Sekarsih, S.Pd., MBA, the Faculty’s HPU Coordinator.

According to her, the Fapet Run is a monthly running event. Running benefits not only physical health but also mental well-being, as it serves as a form of movement meditation that triggers the release of endorphins during active physical exertion. read more

The Faculty of Animal Science at UGM has entered into a partnership with LPER (Institute for People’s Economic Empowerment) Teluria regarding small-scale livestock farming, established on Thursday (24/7). The agreement was signed by the Dean of the Faculty, Prof. Ir. Budi Guntoro, S.Pt., M.Sc., Ph.D., IPU., ASEAN Eng., and the Chairman of the LPER Cooperative, H. Mulyadi Atma.

Budi Guntoro welcomed the partnership. The collaboration will be further developed and followed up with additional activities, such as in-depth discussions on community development through laying-hen farming. read more