PSTHP, 02 April 2026

Five outstanding lecturers from THP recently published original articles in reputable journals indexed by Scopus, with rankings of Q2 to Q1.

Dr. Jayus used Ijen Robusta coffee to create a cold-brewed coffee that is both delicious and refreshing. One of the most notable characteristics of cold-brewed coffee is its sweetness. This particular cold brew showcased flavor notes including a sweet aftertaste, caramel, herbal hints, acidity, and mocha. By adjusting the grind size and brewing time, the quality of Robusta cold brew can be significantly improved, making it a cost-effective alternative to Arabica coffee. His team's breakthrough presents a practical opportunity for coffee shops to serve expertly crafted cold-brewed coffee using the right techniques. For more readings, click here.

Dr. Aji has sought to address one of the most persistent challenges in fish oil preservation. While many established methods utilize nano-sized emulsions to protect fish oil, he and his team have developed a micron-sized emulsion instead. This microemulsion offers more pronounced long-term stability. Essential fatty acids, such as C20:5n-3 and C22:6n-3, can be effectively stabilized within this physically stable microemulsion during a one-month storage period. For more readings, click here.

In another contribution, Dr. Aji and his team exploited low-pressure cold plasma (LPCP). They evaluated the effects of LPCP on the quality and safety of dried chili pods. Results showed that increasing plasma power and treatment time significantly reduced moisture, microbial load, pungency, and key bioactive compounds such as capsanthin, capsaicin, and phenolics, while slightly increasing flavonoids and maintaining antioxidant activity. Overall, LPCP improved microbial safety but caused notable losses in color and pungency, indicating the need for optimization to balance safety and quality. For more readings, click here.

Dr. Dini exemplified the spirit of innovation and public impact, seamlessly bridging cutting-edge science with transformative real-world solutions. She studied Sentinel-2 imagery and the Random Forest algorithm on the Google Earth Engine platform to map crop types in Pasrujambe and Candipuro Districts, Lumajang Regency. The results showed that combining spectral bands with vegetation indices (NDVI, SAVI, and MBI) significantly improved classification accuracy compared to using spectral bands alone. The best-performing model achieved 90.48% overall accuracy and 87.79% kappa, demonstrating the effectiveness of vegetation indices in enhancing crop-type mapping. For more readings, click here. 

Prof. Subagio has forged a strong partnership with KU Leuven and is one of the key drivers in promoting THP’s international research initiatives. With his colleagues from KU Leuven, they examined the effects of inoculating Rhizophagus irregularis (an AMF) on the growth and physiological performance of micropropagated cassava during acclimatization. Results showed that AMF significantly improved plant growth, biomass, and nitrogen use efficiency. They helped maintain plant performance under water deficit, although water availability remained the main factor influencing carbon assimilation. AMF inoculation offers clear benefits, but proper nitrogen management is necessary to prevent nutrient dilution caused by rapid plant growth. For more readings, click here.

Dr. Nurhayati is recognized for her expertise in the development of traditional foods and entrepreneurial impact. In this opportunity, she and her team studied Mie Lethek, a traditional cassava-based noodle from Yogyakarta, by analyzing its cultural significance, physicochemical properties, and digestibility. The results show that it is high in carbohydrates with low protein and fat, has moderate cooking and thermal properties, and exhibits slow starch digestion with a moderate glycemic index. Traditional ingredients and processing methods influence its nutritional and functional qualities, supporting its potential for sustainable and culturally relevant dietary diversification.

Their work highlights the importance of communities and networks across borders and disciplines in fostering a more inclusive future through impactful research. The outstanding contributions of our lecturers have significantly advanced the national strategic research priorities. 

A big shout-out to them for inspiring others!

PSTHP, 31 March 2026

Congratulations!!!

Najiha Mufida Prameswari is our student in the Agricultural Product Technology Program, year 2023. From four candidates, she has been awarded 1st place in the selection of the FTP Outstanding Student (Mahasiswa Berprestasi). This achievement manifests her long journey in academic pursuits and also research exploration across different disciplines.

Before following the Mapres selection, Najiha actively participated in various scientific competitions and self-development activities. She acknowledged that she had not specifically aimed to become Mapres; instead, she concentrated on every process to internalize it into her behavior.

"Failing in one or two scientific competitions is not a big deal for me, but the third one must be the turning point,” says Najiha. “It feels like a new trigger when my team and I failed in a scientific competition held by Universitas Sebelas Maret. Afterward, we evaluated the arguments and the structure of our paper. As a result, we won 2nd place in the next competition,” she added. Competing in various competitions will shape stronger confidence, sharper breakthroughs, and much more spirit. "Don't give up and keep going" is not just a cry.

“Constructing a firm idea is not as short; it is prepared from lots of reading and learning activities,” she said. She emphasized that efficiency in study is the most important key to making our brains work well. “Although I have a lot of academic and non-academic homework to do, prioritizing homework that yields the greatest impact must be applied to avoid burnout,” says Najiha. Najiha ensures she gets enough sleep because work and rest must be balanced; rest is not a pause but a way to recharge.

Through her achievements, Najiha demonstrates that hard work must be paired with mental resilience and a suitable strategy to maintain balance, enabling her to continuously make a broader contribution and impact.