The Research and Community Service Institute (LPPM) of Hasanuddin University held the Socialization of the 2024 Kosabangsa Program, which was initiated by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikbudristek). The event was attended by a number of lecturers, researchers, and students who are eager to support and participate in the program that aims to encourage collaboration and innovation at the national level.

The socialization event was opened with remarks by the Head of LPPM, Prof. dr. Muh. Nasrum Massi, Ph.D., Sp.MK (K), who conveyed the importance of the Kosabangsa Program as a platform to strengthen cooperation among universities, industry, and the community in developing innovations beneficial for the nation’s progress.

The main session of the socialization featured a detailed presentation of the program by the Director of Innovation and Intellectual Property of Unhas, Asmi Citra Malina, S.Pi., M.Agr., Ph.D, who explained the mechanism, objectives, and benefits of the Kosabangsa Program. Participants also received information regarding the registration procedures, assessment criteria, and various forms of support that will be provided to selected participants.

The participants appeared enthusiastic and actively engaged in discussions during the Q&A session, which was provided both online and offline. With this socialization, it is hoped that more parties will be interested and motivated to join the 2024 Kosabangsa Program, leading to the creation of more innovations that are beneficial for the development and advancement of Indonesia.