Semarang – Congratulations to Auxensius Rexer Fransenda, a biotechnology student at Diponegoro University, who won third place (3) in the Science Project and Innovation (INJECTION) event on February 20, 2024 at the Institute Teknologi Sepuluh November (ITS) Surabaya.
Science Project and Innovation (INJECTION) is a scientific writing competition for high school/vocational equivalent and college students who can be used as a forum for the next generation of innovative and creative nations to develop ideas and implement them. Towards achieving the SDGs 2030.
In this event, Rexer and his team brought Research Innovation BIOCAST (Bioethanol Cassava Starch). This research innovation is in the form of optimization of bioethanol production as a more environmentally friendly and renewable fuel source by using the SHF (Separated Hydrolysis Fermentation) method from rubber cassava starch (Manihot glaziovii) with the addition of K+ and Mg2+mineral ions. Through innovative research conducted, managed to accelerate the fermentation time of bioethanol and increase the final product (yield) bioethanol produced.
“On February 18-20, I and my team had the opportunity to participate in the Science Project & Innovation Competition (a national-scale science innovation competition) which after going through various stages we could continue until the final round to make presentations and exhibitions offline at ITS Surabaya. Alhamdulillah, our team representing UNDIP managed to get the best third place. We would like to thank you profusely for all the knowledge and motivation given while in college, hopefully our achievement can be a stepping stone for more enterprising and achievers to bring the name of Biotechnology and UNDIP as well”, Auxensius Rexer Fransenda.
Congratulations to Auxensius Rexer Fransenda for the proud achievement that has been obtained. Hopefully it will be a progressive step to achieve the next achievement and further motivate Biotechnology study program students to attain achievements. UNDIP Jaya!!!