Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo (UMPWR) continues to reinforce its role as a higher education institution contributing to regional development by organizing the Bina Talenta Workshop: Building a Research and Innovation Commercialization Ecosystem in Purworejo Regency on Wednesday (August 5, 2026). The workshop served as a strategic forum that brought together representatives from academia, government, industry, and the community to strengthen collaboration in transforming research outcomes into innovations that deliver tangible benefits to society.
Research Must Create Real Impact
The workshop was officially opened by the Rector of UMPWR, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Teguh Wibowo, M.Pd. In his opening remarks, he emphasized that universities have a responsibility to ensure that research outcomes extend beyond academic publications and contribute meaningful solutions to societal challenges.
"Research conducted at universities should generate tangible benefits. Therefore, commercialization is a crucial step to ensure that research findings do not remain solely in scientific publications but evolve into innovations that positively impact society and regional development," he stated.
The Rector further explained that establishing a strong research ecosystem requires the active collaboration of all stakeholders. Synergy among universities, government institutions, industry, and the community forms the foundation for sustainable innovation.
Talent Development as the Foundation of Innovation
Serving as the keynote speaker, Bramantyo Suwondo, M.IR., highlighted that developing research talent is fundamental to building a healthy innovation ecosystem. According to him, cross-sector collaboration is essential to ensure that research effectively addresses development challenges at both regional and national levels.
He also noted that successful research commercialization depends not only on the quality of research itself but also on the readiness of human resources and the strength of collaborative networks that support innovation.
Developing Talented, Innovative, and Adaptive Human Resources
The first session featured Irvan Yuliastono, Head of the Finance and General Affairs Division at the Secretariat of the Directorate General of Research and Development, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Kemdiktisaintek). His presentation, titled "Developing and Nurturing Talents with Character, Innovation, and Sustainability," emphasized the importance of cultivating human resources who are academically excellent while also possessing strong character, innovative thinking, and adaptability to advances in science and technology.
According to Irvan, high-quality talent is a key asset in enhancing Indonesia's research competitiveness.
Strengthening Collaboration among Universities, Government, and Industry
The second session featured Dr. Tusino, M.Pd., Vice Rector IV of UMPWR, and Dr. M. Taufik, M.T., Owner of CV Tawakkal. Together, they discussed strategies for strengthening the research and innovation commercialization ecosystem in Purworejo Regency through closer collaboration among universities, government agencies, industry, and the wider community.
The speakers explored various partnership opportunities aimed at transforming research findings into value-added products and innovations capable of improving community welfare and supporting regional development.
Interactive Discussion on Commercialization Opportunities
The workshop concluded with an interactive discussion moderated by Dr. Umi Faizah, M.Pd. Participants actively exchanged ideas and raised questions on topics ranging from research talent development and collaborative research networks to opportunities for commercializing innovations in Purworejo Regency.
The lively discussion reflected participants' strong enthusiasm for developing a research ecosystem capable of producing practical innovations with broad societal impact.
UMPWR's Commitment to Strengthening the Research Ecosystem
Through the Bina Talenta Workshop, UMPWR reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening a sustainable research and innovation ecosystem. The university hopes that this initiative will serve as a catalyst for closer collaboration among higher education institutions, government agencies, industry, and the community.
By fostering such partnerships, research outcomes are expected to move beyond academic achievements and be translated into value-added innovations that address community needs while contributing to the sustainable development of Purworejo Regency.
Contributor: UMPWR Student Affairs Office
Editor: UMPWR Public Relations (Akb/KP)
