IPB University and Simon Fraser University Discuss Research Collaboration, Double Degree, and Student Mobility
IPB University welcomed the visit of the President and Vice-Chancellor of Simon Fraser University (SFU) Canada, Dr Joy Johnson, at the Andi Hakim Nasoetion (AHN) Building, IPB Dramaga Campus (2/11)). The meeting discussed potential strategic collaborations in research, double degree programs, innovation, and student and lecturer exchanges.
Dr Joy Johnson expressed strong interest in building an inter-institutional partnership. She noted that SFU and IPB University share many common visions, particularly in strengthening global impact research and sustainable development.
During the meeting, Dr Joy introduced SFU as a research-intensive university established in 1965 with approximately 37.000 students. “We are deeply committed to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 13 on climate action and SDG 11,” she said.
She added that SFU has strengths in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, climate innovation, public health, and agricultural technology. For this reason, her party is open to research collaboration opportunities with IPB University.
Rector Dr Alim Setiawan Slamet responded by emphasizing that IPB University continues to encourage international research collaboration that has a real impact on society.
“IPB University is committed to strengthening research and innovation cooperation that contributes to food security, environmental sustainability, and sustainable development,” he said.
Dr Alim also highlighted IPB University’s excellence in agriculture, marine science, and tropical bioscience, which has been recognized globally. Currently, IPB University consistently ranks first in ASEAN and Indonesia in the QS World University Rankings by Subject.
“This strength is an important asset for building complementary collaborative research with Simon Fraser University,” he said.
Meanwhile, Vice Rector for Education and Student Affairs, Prof Deni Noviana, emphasized the importance of student mobility as the starting point for collaboration.
“The student mobility program is an excellent and accessible opportunity to initiate cooperation,” he stated. He noted that IPB University received the 2025 Higher Education Award for Science and Technology as the Higher Education Institution with the Highest Student Mobility Performance (Non-Degree).
The event was attended by Deans and Chiefs of International Research Institutions who recommended the development of double degree programs, interdisciplinary joint research, collaborative scientific publications, online inter-university dissertation examiners, and strengthened cooperation in the fields of climate change, waste management, AI, entrepreneurship (techno-socio entrepreneurship), and sustainable agri-food systems. (Fj) (IAAS/KQA)
