Initiation of PTN-BRIN Collaboration

Wednesday, 08 March 2023. A number of staff from the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) made a visit to the Department of Plant Protection (PTN), Faculty of Agriculture - IPB University with the aim of initiating collaboration in developing Entomology science. The collaboration is expected to have a broad impact apart from increasing the value of international publications as well as increasing the patents produced so that they can be utilized by the public.

Researches that can be carried out include the development of biological control agents, the disclosure of semi-chemical bioactive compounds as pest control, the development of biopesticides and their formulations, the development of an Internet of Things (IoT)-based Early Warning System, etc. In addition to cooperation in the field of research, BRIN also has facilities to accept apprentice students and students who wish to take part in Independent Learning, Independent Campus (MBKM).