BANDUNG, UNIKOM – The Directorate of Research, Community Service, and Empowerment (DP3M) of the Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) is exploring a collaboration with the BRAIN (Blockchain, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence Network) Scientific Cluster of IPB University. This partnership aims to strengthen collaboration between universities and research institutions in developing innovation, applied research, and more effective community empowerment in Indonesia.
This exploration is a strategic step for both parties to utilise the potential of research and community service to generate solutions that directly benefit the community. DP3M UNIKOM, focuses on the development of science, technology, and community empowerment, is committed to collaborating with Brain IPB in creating programs that can positively impact people’s lives.
“This collaborative exploration is crucial for strengthening the research ecosystem in Indonesia, especially between the Universitas Komputer Indonesia and IPB University through BRAIN, which focuses on technology development, implementation, and community empowerment. We hope through this collaboration, we can deliver research that is more relevant to the real needs of society and applicable across various sectors,” said Irawan Afrianto, ST., MT., Director of DP3M UNIKOM.
Meanwhile, a representative from Brain IPB, Prof. Dr. Ir. Yandra Arkeman, M.Eng., stated that this collaborative exploration will provide an opportunity for both institutions to share knowledge and experience in developing technology-based research and innovation. “By combining the research potential of Brain IPB and DP3M UNIKOM, we hope to produce programs that lead to more sustainable and applicable community empowerment,” he said.
This collaboration is expected to open up opportunities for applied technology development, joint research, and more beneficial community service programs. Furthermore, it aims to improve the quality of human resources through research-based training and education.
The event was also attended by Directorates and divisions related to the objectives of this event, both under the Vice Rector III of UNIKOM and Vice Rector IV of UNIKOM. The plan for this collaboration exploration to be followed by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which will further regulate the scope of cooperation between UNIKOM and Brain IPB. This MoU is expected to strengthen the commitment of both parties in supporting the advancement of education, research, and community empowerment in Indonesia. (Directorate of Hms & Pro)