Resonating Innovations from Beneath the Surface: ICOGEST 2024 Unites Global Experts for a More Resilient Earth
The Department of Geophysics, FMIPA Universitas Hasanuddin (UNHAS), in collaboration with the Department of Geology, Faculty of Engineering UNHAS, successfully organized the International Conference of Geosciences and Geotechnology 2024 (ICOGEST 2024). The event took place at the UNHAS Hotel and Convention Center from November 5-8, 2024. With the theme “Global Collaboration in Earth Sciences for Natural Hazard Mitigation and Near-Surface Exploration,” the conference brought together international experts and academics from renowned universities in Indonesia and abroad. The collaboration with various parties, such as the Geophysics Student Association of UNHAS (HMGF), the Indonesian Geophysics Association (HAGI), the Indonesian Geological Experts Association (IAGI), and the support of Leica Geosystem as the main sponsor, contributed significantly to the event’s success.
Opening Ceremony Group Photo of ICOGEST 2024
The conference featured seven keynote speakers who delivered seminars over three days, including:
- Dr. Wahyu Triyoso, M.Si from ITB, presenting “A Seismic Hazard Analysis Framework for The Sunda Arc Offshore Indonesia Using Geodynamic Simulations.”
- Prof. Adam Switzer from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, with the topic “Multi-Proxy Approaches Toward A Long View of Past Coastal Disasters.”
- Koya Suto, M.E from Terra Australis Geophysica, Australia, discussing “Use of MASW Surveys in Australia.”
- Prof. Josaphat Tetuko S.S from Chiba University, Japan, presenting “The Use of SAR Technology for Disaster Mapping and Management.”
- Gilang Widya Wisaksana, S.T., MBA from Leica Geosystem, Indonesia, on “Innovative Geospatial Technology and AI for Near-Surface Exploration and Risk Reduction in Indonesia.”
- Prof. Adi Maulana from UNHAS, discussing “Geoscience Data Integration Model for Limestone Exploration: A New Approach in Metal Industry Downstream.”
- Prof. Victor Mocanu from the University of Bucharest, Romania, with a presentation on “Ridge Subduction and Mantle Flow. South America Case Study.”
Presentation by Prof. Josaphat Tetuko S.S
In addition to the seminars, ICOGEST 2024 held Parallel Sessions attended by participants from various backgrounds, including undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students, as well as professional practitioners. The participants presented their research on four main topics: Solid Earth Science (16 presenters), Interdisciplinary Earth Science and Technology (24 presenters), Atmospheric Science (2 presenters), and Ocean Science (6 presenters). One of the presentations in the Interdisciplinary Earth Science and Technology category was delivered by Siti Fathana Azh Zahra on the topic “Real-Time Environmental Monitoring of A Greenhouse and A Poultry Farm,” highlighting the importance of real-time monitoring systems for the agriculture and livestock sectors.
Participants of the Parallel Session
Aside from the scientific sessions, the event was also enlivened by the Celebes Geoscience and Geotechnology Student Competition (CESTCO 2024), featuring three categories: Essay, Infographic, and Photography, with nearly 50 participants from various universities in Indonesia. The competition aimed to foster creativity and innovation in applying geoscience and geotechnology to address global challenges.
Group Photo of CESTCO 2024
The chairperson of the committee, Muhammad Fajrin, expressed his appreciation for the collaboration of all committee members who contributed to the success of CESTCO 2024 and shared his pride in this achievement.
Writer: Nurul Magfirah