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Universitas Islam Malang (UNISMA) melalui Tim mahasiswa Fakultas Matematika dan Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam (FMIPA) Program Studi Biologi berhasil meraih Gold Medal dalam ajang International Invention and Innovative Science Project Olympiad (I2ASPO) pada kategori Energi, sebuah kompetisi ilmiah internasional yang mempertemukan inovasi terbaik dari berbagai negara.
Tim Biologi UNISMA terdiri atas lima mahasiswa lintas angkatan, yakni Alvina Putri Maharani (ketua tim), Aqidatul Izzah Putri Naila dan Nazamira Oktavirani (angkatan 2023), serta Fasya Regita Aurelia dan Tasya Bella Indriani (angkatan 2025).
Ketua Tim, Alvina Putri Maharani menuturkan tim mengusung karya tulis ilmiah berjudul “Upcycling Aquaculture Sludge into Functional Biochar for Thermal Solar Panel Enhancement: A Low-Cost Waste-to-Energy Innovation.” Penelitian ini menawarkan solusi inovatif terhadap permasalahan limbah budidaya perikanan dengan mengolahnya menjadi biochar fungsional yang mampu meningkatkan efisiensi panel surya termal secara ekonomis dan ramah lingkungan.
“Kami ingin menghadirkan solusi yang tidak hanya inovatif secara ilmiah, tetapi juga aplikatif dan relevan dengan tantangan global. Limbah perikanan yang sering terabaikan ternyata memiliki potensi besar untuk mendukung pengembangan energi terbarukan,” ujarnya.
Proses menuju kompetisi internasional ini dilalui dengan persiapan yang matang, mulai dari penyusunan penelitian berbasis kaidah akademik internasional, penguatan data dan analisis, hingga latihan presentasi secara intensif. Tim juga harus mampu menjawab berbagai pertanyaan kritis dari dewan juri internasional dengan argumentasi ilmiah yang kuat dan sistematis.
Dibawah bimbingan Dr. Sama’ Iradat Tito, S.Si., M.Si. inovasi yang diusung dinilai memiliki kebaruan, dampak nyata, dan potensi pengembangan lebih lanjut, sehingga berhasil mengantarkan UNISMA meraih penghargaan tertinggi Gold Medal.
“Prestasi ini menunjukkan bahwa mahasiswa UNISMA memiliki kapasitas riset yang sangat baik dan mampu bersaing di tingkat internasional. Inovasi yang mereka hasilkan juga sejalan dengan kebutuhan global akan solusi energi berkelanjutan,” tuturnya.
Apresiasi dan dukungan juga datang dari Dekanat FMIPA UNISMA, yang telah memfasilitasi dan mendorong mahasiswa untuk aktif berprestasi di tingkat nasional maupun internasional. Dukungan institusional ini menjadi fondasi penting bagi lahirnya karya-karya inovatif mahasiswa.
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Universitas Islam Malang, through a team of students from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Biology Study Program, has proudly won a Gold Medal at the International Invention and Innovative Science Project Olympiad (I2ASPO) in the Energy category, an international scientific competition showcasing innovative projects from around the world.
The UNISMA Biology Team consisted of five students from different cohorts: Alvina Putri Maharani (Team Leader), Aqidatul Izzah Putri Naila and Nazamira Oktavirani (Class of 2023), as well as Fasya Regita Aurelia and Tasya Bella Indriani (Class of 2025).
The team presented a scientific research project titled “Upcycling Aquaculture Sludge into Functional Biochar for Thermal Solar Panel Enhancement: A Low-Cost Waste-to-Energy Innovation.” The study offers an innovative solution to aquaculture waste management by converting sludge into functional biochar capable of enhancing the efficiency of thermal solar panels in a cost-effective and environmentally friendly manner. “We wanted to present a solution that is not only scientifically innovative but also practical and relevant to global challenges. Aquaculture waste, which is often overlooked, actually has significant potential to support renewable energy development,” said team leader Alvina Putri Maharani.
The journey to the international competition required thorough preparation. The team worked intensively on developing their research according to international academic standards, strengthening data analysis, and conducting rigorous presentation rehearsals. They also had to respond confidently to critical questions from the international jury with well-structured scientific arguments.
Under the supervision of Dr. Sama’ Iradat Tito, S.Si., M.Si., the project was recognized for its novelty, tangible impact, and strong potential for further development—ultimately earning UNISMA the prestigious Gold Medal. “This achievement demonstrates that UNISMA students possess strong research capabilities and are able to compete at the international level. Their innovation aligns closely with global demands for sustainable energy solutions,” he stated.
Support and appreciation also came from the FMIPA leadership at UNISMA, which has consistently facilitated and encouraged students to participate in national and international competitions. This institutional backing has become a crucial foundation for the development of innovative student research.
This accomplishment not only highlights the excellence of UNISMA’s students but also reinforces the university’s commitment to contributing meaningful solutions to global sustainability challenges.
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