ICTS – Innovation Center for Tropical Sciences
Have you ever wondered how scientists identify and discover new species in the wild? Thanks to a groundbreaking tool called DNA barcoding, the world of taxonomy has been revolutionized! Over the past 15 years, DNA barcoding has become a hot topic in the world of science, with around 3,700 studies published exploring the wonders of […]
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Introduction: Indonesia, a mesmerizing archipelago comprising over 17,000 islands, is not only a tropical paradise but also a treasure trove of genetic diversity. Imagine a land where distinct ethnic and linguistic groups coexist, shaped by ancient migrations and environmental changes. In this article, we embark on a fascinating journey through Indonesia’s genetic tapestry, exploring the
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One of the most pressing issues of our time is global warming, which is primarily a result of human activity. Its effects are far-reaching and impact various aspects of our planet, including tropical countries. For instance, tropical countries such as India and Pakistan have experienced more frequent and intense heat waves due to global warming,
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We are thrilled to announce the launch of Buitenzorg: Journal of Tropical Science! Our peer-reviewed journal offers a platform for researchers and scholars to publish their original research in all fields of tropical science, in both Indonesian and English. With a scope covering a broad range of topics, including tropical biodiversity, agriculture, biology, ecology, environmental
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Genome editing refers to the process of making precise and intentional changes to the DNA sequence of an organism. This technology has the potential to revolutionize the field of medicine by allowing scientists to cure genetic diseases, create genetically modified crops, and eradicate pests that spread disease. However, genome editing is not without its challenges
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Indonesia is home to an abundance of natural resources, including a large number of tree species, with the Forestry Research and Development Agency listing 4000 species of trees. Although the use of forestry resources has traditionally focused on wood, there are other materials in wood that can be extracted using solvents that do not damage
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The study discussed in this passage highlights the presence of neonicotinoid compounds in the estuarine waters of Indramayu Regency, Indonesia, which is a major rice-producing area in the country. The neonicotinoids were detected at concentrations higher than those found in other regions, and their presence in aquatic environments poses a threat to non-target aquatic invertebrates
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Sustainable land use is essential for increasing the production of cassava as a diversified crop for ensuring food security in Indonesia. Understanding the spatial factors and criteria is required for locating suitable production areas to increase cassava production. In this study, a spatial model was developed to assess the suitability of land for supporting sustainable
Numerous studies have been done using remotely sensed data to produce global mangrove height and biomass maps; however, little is known about the worldwide pattern of mangroves in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres that corresponds to their height and biomass. The objective of this study was to investigate whether there is a specific pattern that
Senin, 3 Oktober 2022 bertempat di Bogor. Innovation Centre for Tropical Sciences (ICTS) dan Salam Community Hub melakukan Focus Group Discussion (FGD) dalam peluang kerjasama dengan Badan Pengelola Usaha Universitas Negeri Jakarta. Kegiatan FGD dipandu dan dibuka oleh Dr. Jamaludin Malik selaku Pembina ICTS, dilanjutkan dengan presentasi oleh Direktur ICTS Dr. Surono seputar profile ICTS,
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