FMIPA UII – In its effort to build international networks, particularly in Asia, the Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Islam Indonesia (FMIPA UII), participated in the 30th FAPA (Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations) Congress held at the COEX Convention Centre, Seoul, South Korea, from 26–30 Rabiul Akhir 1446 H / 29 October–2 November 2024.

The FAPA Congress is one of the major forums for pharmacists across Asia to share scientific knowledge, research findings, and to discuss current issues in pharmacy. It also serves as a platform to strengthen collaboration in achieving FAPA’s vision and mission. In addition to keynote lectures and conferences, participants joined site tours to major pharmaceutical companies in South Korea such as Hanmi Pharmaceutical, Daewoong Pharmaceutical Osong Plant, Geo-Young Group, and HANDOK Pharmaceutical, as well as visits to cosmetic R&D centers including Kolmar Korea and Amorepacific. The congress also featured hospital visits to ASAN Medical Center, Severance Hospital, Samsung Medical Center, Seoul National University Hospital, and Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital.

The Department of Pharmacy at FMIPA UII emphasized its commitment to advancing the future of pharmacists in Asia by promoting pharmaceutical services that focus on improving patients’ quality of life, beyond just curing illness. Drug discovery and therapeutic development are expected to be more accurate and effective with the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The FAPA Congress presented a major opportunity for Indonesian pharmacists to disseminate research, particularly in the field of AI in drug development.

UII Pharmacy Department representatives contributed through oral and electronic poster presentations, including:

Oral Presentation:

1. apt. Fajar Aji Lumakso, M.Pharm.Sci.
   Advancing herbal authentication through infrared spectral analysis combined with artificial intelligence: Curcuma xanthorrhiza rhizome powder as the model
   (Scientific category)

Poster Exhibitions:

1. apt. Anami Riastri, M.Pharm.Sci.
   Combined extracts of Phyllanthus niruri L. and Curcuma mangga Val. & Zijp modulate the innate immunity of macrophage cells by the NF-kappa B/MAPK
   (Scientific category)
2. apt. Azizah Amin, M.Pharm.Sci.
   Haem Polymerization Inhibitory Activity and Phytochemical Screening of Rhizome Extracts from Zingiber zerumbet (L.) Rosc
   (Scientific category)
3. Dr. apt. Lutfi Chabib, M.Sc.
   Nanoliposomal Gel Formulation with Cedarwood and Rosemary Essential Oils for Hair Growth Enhancement: In Vivo Evidence from Rat Model
   (Scientific category)
4. apt. Yulianto, MPH
   Generation Z’s Knowledge and Attitudes: Impact on Online Pharmaceutical Purchasing Trends in Indonesia
   (Community Pharmacy category)
5. Dr. apt. Viviane Annisa
   In Vitro–In Vivo Correlation of Beads Ketoconazole Loaded into Alginate–Gum Acacia Matrix
   (Scientific category)
6. Mhd. Saleh Al Hariri (Professional Program Student)
   Enhancing Sun Protection with a Nanoemulsion of Coconut and Olive Oils as Carriers for Saffron Extract: Formulation and In Vitro Evaluation
   (Scientific category)

This active participation marked a significant step for FMIPA UII in strengthening its international presence and collaboration, while also showcasing the research capabilities of its faculty and students on the Asian stage.