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In addition to supporting talent development, the networks established during her time at KIST School have also grown into research collaborations between her team at FMIPA UI and KIST researchers. These collaborations primarily focus on materials and catalysis, involving joint research, knowledge exchange, and co-authored scientific publications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cFor me, this is a small part of the effort to maintain the good relationship that was initiated by KIST School so that it can continue to provide benefits, not merely end when the study period is completed,\u201d said Rika.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rika is a lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, FMIPA UI, with expertise in Inorganic Materials Chemistry. According to her, the international networks established during study can provide broader benefits when they are continuously maintained and developed after alumni return to their home countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rika noted that one of the challenges in building such networks is maintaining sustainable relationships. After completing their studies, the various commitments and activities of each individual can gradually reduce communication and connections among alumni.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis is where the role of alumni becomes important, as a bridge that maintains relationships, opens opportunities for new collaborations, and helps future students who wish to follow the same path,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to her, Indonesian academics also need to play a role as connectors between institutions in Indonesia and international research organizations. In this way, the benefits of global networks do not stop with individuals directly involved but can be extended to other students and researchers in Indonesia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cIf Indonesian academics also take on the role of connectors, the opportunities and knowledge gained can be more easily shared with other students and researchers in Indonesia, ensuring that the benefits do not stop with just one individual,\u201d said Rika.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The KIST Alumni Award in the Distinguished Service category was presented as part of the 25th anniversary celebration of KIST School. The award recognizes alumni who have made contributions to the development of the KIST School network and community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to Rika Tri Yunarti, M.Eng., Ph.D., the award was also presented to Dr. Hoang Long Du from Monash University, Australia, in the Research Achievement category for his research accomplishments and publications in several international academic journals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n For her, the award serves as a reminder to continue contributing to talent development and international research collaborations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI would like to continue helping more Indonesian students who are interested in pursuing their studies at KIST School, while also strengthening existing research collaborations so that they can produce more joint works,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n She also encouraged FMIPA UI students to be confident in taking opportunities to build international academic experiences and networks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cDo not hesitate to try, even if it feels challenging at first. Build a strong foundation of basic skills, do not be afraid to ask questions, and maintain good relationships with anyone who has guided or supported you,\u201d said Rika.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Depok, 27 Juli 2026 \u2014 Dosen Departemen Kimia Fakultas Matematika dan Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam Universitas Indonesia (FMIPA UI) Rika Tri Yunarti, M.Eng., Ph.D., meraih KIST Alumni Award kategori Distinguished Service dari Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), Korea Selatan. Penghargaan tersebut diserahkan langsung oleh Presiden KIST Oh Sang-rok sebagai bentuk apresiasi atas kontribusinya dalam […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":15289,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-15288","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-berita"],"blocksy_meta":[],"yoast_head":"\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/sci-ui.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sci-806.jpeg\")
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