“The existence of the Nano Device Laboratory in Indonesia is a strategic step to make our country a major player in the global technology industry. In this era of artificial intelligence (AI), this laboratory will be a strong foundation for the development of the chip industry in the country,” said Dr. (HC) Mochtar Riady, Chairman of the Board of Trustees (2002-2005 Period), Universitas Indonesia (UI), at the inauguration of the Prof. Dr. Ir. Djoko Hartanto, M.Sc. Nano Devices Laboratory.
Mochtar Riady, who is also the founder of the Lippo Group, and Dr. Lies Harmidy, are the main donors for the construction of the laboratory which was inaugurated on Monday, September 2, at the Mochtar Riady Plaza Quantum (MRPQ) Building, Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering (FT) UI. This smart and sophisticated laboratory facility is designed to encourage research and innovation in the field of nanotechnology. The name Prof. Dr. Ir. Djoko Hartanto, M.Sc. was taken to honor one of the leading figures in the field of sensors and also the founding fathers of Electrical Engineering at FTUI. Prof. Dr. Ir. Djoko Hartanto, M.Sc. is a Professor at FTUI who was also the Dean of FTUI for the 1996-2000 period.
Vice Dean for Education, Research, and Student Affairs of FTUI, Prof. Dr. Ir. Yanuar, M.Eng., M.Sc., said, “This laboratory is not only a symbol of technological progress, but also strengthens FTUI’s role in providing research-based education for our students. This laboratory is expected to be a driving force in the development of semiconductor technology in Indonesia. With the existing facilities, we are optimistic that we can produce a generation of engineers who are ready to face the challenges in the nanotechnology industry.”
The Nano Device Laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art research equipment that allows researchers and students to conduct experiments with high precision. Equipped with the latest facilities such as the Semiconductor Parameter Analyzer and maskless laser lithography, this laboratory will play an important role in encouraging Indonesia to become a key player in the global semiconductor industry.
The excellence of the Nano Device Laboratory lies not only in the sophistication of its equipment, but also in its great potential in facilitating collaboration between academics and industry. Through this collaboration, the laboratory is expected to produce innovations that contribute significantly to the advancement of national technology. In addition, this laboratory will also be a place for students and young researchers to develop their abilities in the field of nanotechnology, making FTUI a leading center for education and research in Indonesia.
Prof. Dr. Ir. Djoko Hartanto, M.Sc., in his speech, emphasized the importance of this laboratory for the advancement of science and technology in Indonesia. “I hope that the Nano Device Laboratory can be a place for the younger generation to develop innovations that not only strengthen the domestic semiconductor industry, but also contribute to the development of global technology,” he said.
The existence of this laboratory is also supported by a major contribution from Mochtar Riady, who not only donated most of the sophisticated equipment, but also supported the construction of the Mochtar Riady Plaza Quantum (MRPQ) building where this laboratory is located.
With the presence of the Nano Device Laboratory, FTUI further strengthens its position as an educational institution that is committed to supporting research and development of sustainable technology. This laboratory is not just a facility, but also a symbol of FTUI’s dedication to advancing science, as well as equipping students with relevant skills to face future technological challenges.
