Universitas Gadjah Mada once again demonstrated its position as one of the leading universities in Indonesia by achieving outstanding results in the 2025 National Mathematics and Natural Sciences Olympiad (ONMIPA). In this prestigious competition, held on 16–20 November 2025 at Universitas Padjadjaran, UGM successfully claimed the title of Overall Champion of ONMIPA 2025, securing a total of 6 gold medals, 1 silver medal, 6 bronze medals, and 1 honorable mention.
The Department of Physics, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada once again held a Guest Lecturer event as part of its commitment to providing global perspectives and enriching the academic experience of both students and faculty members. On 13 November 2025, the event took place in Meeting Room 1, Department of Physics, FMIPA UGM, featuring a speaker from the Kyushu Institute of Technology, Prof. Jin Nakamura.
The AMI 2025 visit at the Department of Physics, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FMIPA UGM) was successfully conducted on Monday, October 13, 2025, from 08.00 to 12.00 WIB, at Meeting Room I, 2nd Floor, Building E (Department of Physics Building), FMIPA UGM.
The Department of Physics, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FMIPA UGM) once again organized a Public Lecture, featuring Prof. Dr. Ariando from the Department of Physics, National University of Singapore (NUS) as the guest speaker. The event was held on Friday, October 10, 2025, in Meeting Room I, Department of Physics FMIPA UGM, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (WIB).
The Department of Physics, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FMIPA UGM) successfully held a Public Lecture on Thursday, September 25, 2025, featuring Prof. Dr.rer.nat. Bobby Eka Gunara, S.Si., M.Si. from the Physics Study Program, Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) as the invited speaker. The event took place in Meeting Room I, Department of Physics FMIPA UGM, from 08.30 to 10.00 a.m. (WIB).
The recognition awarded to Prof. Dr. Eng. Kuwat Triyana, M.Si. and Prof. Dr. Eng. Edi Suharyadi, S.Si., M.Eng. as part of the World’s Top 2% Scientists 2025 by Stanford University and Elsevier BV is an extraordinary achievement that brings pride not only to the Department of Physics at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) but also to Indonesia as a whole. This list acknowledges the world’s top 2% most influential scientists in the Single-Year Achievement category, compiled based on rigorous analysis of scientific publications, citations, and global research impact. Being included in this ranking demonstrates both the consistency and the high quality of their academic contributions. The complete ranking data by Elsevier can be accessed through the following link: https://elsevier.digitalcommonsdata.com/datasets/btchxktzyw/8.
This achievement proves that research conducted by Indonesian scientists can stand on par with that of leading universities worldwide, reaffirming the crucial role of Indonesian higher education institutions in advancing scientific knowledge. More than just an individual accomplishment, this recognition reflects decades of dedication to building a strong research culture, strengthening UGM’s academic reputation, and serving as concrete evidence of Indonesian scientists’ contributions in addressing global challenges through innovations and discoveries in physics and its applications.
The Department of Physics, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), proudly hosts the Southeast Asian Workshop on Nuclear and Hadron Physics (SEANHP 2025), to be held on 19–21 August 2025 at UGM’s campus in Yogyakarta. This workshop serves as a scientific platform for researchers, academics, students, and professionals across Southeast Asia to discuss and share knowledge on the latest developments in nuclear and hadron physics.
The event will be officially opened by representatives of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) UGM and will feature keynote speakers from leading institutions both in Indonesia and abroad. Throughout the workshop, participants will join various sessions presenting research findings and engaging in scientific discussions covering topics such as:
a. Hadron spectroscopy and structure
b. Hadrons in nuclear matter
c. Nuclear structure and reactions
d. Nuclear astrophysics
In addition to the main sessions, SEANHP 2025 also provides opportunities for collaboration and networking among participants, including a poster session dedicated to students and early-career researchers.
*SEANHP 2025 Speakers*
SEANHP 2025 brings together distinguished scientists and researchers in nuclear and hadron physics from a range of international and national institutions, who will share their research and insights with the scientific community.
1. Adnan Bashir (IFM-UMSNH, Mexico)
2. Ahmad Jafar Arifi (Japan Atomic Energy Agency, Japan)
3. Apriadi Salim Adam (BRIN, Indonesia)
4. Chalis Setyadi (Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia)
5. Daiki Suenaga (Nagoya University, Japan)
6. Daris Samart (Khon Kaen University, Thailand)
7. Di-Lun Yang (Academia Sinica, Taiwan)
8. Heribertus Bayu Hartanto (APCTP, South Korea)
9. Hyeondong Son (Inha University, South Korea)
10. Ilham Prasetyo (Sampoerna University, Indonesia)
11. Jingle Magallanes (Mindanao State University, Philippines)
12. Kiyoshi Tanida (Japan Atomic Energy Agency, Japan)
13. Lucas Happ (RIKEN Nishina Center, Japan)
14. Narinder Kumar (Doaba College Jalandhar, India)
15. Norhasliza Yusof (Universiti Malaya, Malaysia)
16. Parada T. P. Hutauruk (Pukyong National University, South Korea)
17. Philipp Gubler (Japan Atomic Energy Agency, Japan)
18. Sang-in Shim (RCNP, Osaka University, Japan)
19. Tomona Kinugawa (RIKEN Nishina Center, Japan)
20. Zulkaida Akbar (BRIN, Indonesia)
SEANHP 2025 is expected to mark an important milestone in strengthening the scientific network of Southeast Asia in the field of nuclear and hadron physics. Collaborations established through this forum are anticipated to contribute significantly to advancing scientific knowledge and developing human resources in the region.
We express our sincere gratitude to all parties who have supported this event and to all participants for their active contributions.
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The Department of Physics, FMIPA UGM proudly congratulates the graduates of the Undergraduate Programs in Physics and Geophysics who have successfully completed their studies in the Graduation Ceremony of Period IV, Academic Year 2024/2025.
This special moment does not mark the end of a journey, but rather the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities to contribute, innovate, and make a difference in society. As the message highlights: “As you step into the next chapter of your life, carry with you not just the knowledge you’ve gained, but the humility to keep learning, the courage to face the unknown, and the kindness to make a difference wherever you go.”
The Department of Physics extends its highest appreciation to all graduates for their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments. We hope the knowledge and experience gained at UGM will serve as valuable assets for future endeavors, enabling graduates to contribute meaningfully to society, science, and innovation.
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UGM’s Functional Materials and Instrumentation Physics Research Group Holds Community Service Program at Muhammadiyah 1 Senior High School Yogyakarta: Exploring Quantum Science, Careers, and Finance in the World of Physics
The Material and Instrumentation Physics Expertise Group (KBK) from the Department of Physics, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), once again held a Community Service Program (PKM) on Monday, July 14, 2025, at SMA Negeri 8 Yogyakarta. This event carried the theme International Year of Quantum Science and Technology: Building a Career and Financial Future with Physics and was attended by around 270 11th-grade students.
