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Thursina IIBS Encourages Students to Innovate Revolutionarily Through Nanotechnology Research

December 15 2024

Thursina International Islamic Boarding School (IIBS) has redemonstrated its commitment to combine science-based education with Islamic values ​​through the development of nanotechnology-based research innovations. It  involves several top teams, each working on different projects focusing on topical applications or skin care.


Ustadzah Ratu Fatimah, Ph. D, Head of Thursina IIBS Specialization Program, stated the research aims to utilize nanomaterial technology to increase the effectiveness of absorption of active ingredients on skin. "Nanotechnology allows us to engineer materials on the nanometer scale to produce more efficient and effective products," she explained.


 

One of the leading studies is a nanoemulgel formulation from tapak liman extract which was developed as a topical medicine for wounds infected with Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. The team has achieved as finalists in the LERES FKKMK-UGM Fair 2024 and won the Gold Medal in ISIF 2024. Another research is the development of nanoemulsion spray from tapak liman extract for antibacterial spray. This project has gained Silver Medal in Nalatico 2024 and Gold Medal in WYIIA 2024.


Furthermore, a research, processing apple peel extract into nanoemulsion-based sunscreen, has secured a Silver Medal in ISIF 2024. One more research utilized nano-electrostatic technology to apply mangosteen peel extract as an antioxidant, received a Gold Medal in WYIIA 2024.


 

Nanotechnology is a significant breakthrough in the development of modern science, especially in the medical and cosmetic scopes. Ustadzah Rafa added, "By the program, Thursina students not only learn about advanced technology but also how to apply Islamic values ​​in every step of their research."


Besides academic achievements, nanotechnology-based research has offered collaborative experiences across scientific disciplines. She envoyed, the students assisted by expert mentors in the fields of science and technology to strengthen their knowledge base and hone research skills. "We want to ensure that students are proficient in theory and able to implement it in the real life," she said.


Thursina IIBS plans to develop nanotechnology research into broader areas, such as applications in public health and cosmetics industry. With support from various parties, including academic institutions and industry, Thursina aspires  the research is able to make a significant contribution to the development of science in Indonesia. 


The success has showed Thursina IIBS is proficient to compete both in the national and international levels. Moreover, nanotechnology-based research makes real contribution to health innovation, as well as building an islamic intelligent generation. Hopefully, the research program will continue to develop and inspire more students to innovate and impact positively to wider community. (rnw/lil)

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