UNAIR Delegation Secures Silver Medal at 24th Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE) 2025
A delegation from Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) received a silver medal at the 24th Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE) 2025 held from February 20 to 22, 2025, at the World Trade Center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This recognition was awarded in the Healthcare, Personal Care Technology, Biotechnology, and Life Sciences category.
Innovative Product: PEPHYDTIN-DERM
The accolade was attributed to their innovative product, PEPHYDTIN-DERM, which targets dermatophytosis, a prevalent fungal skin infection. The team responsible for the development included master’s and bachelor’s students in Nursing, Asroful Hulam Zamroni, Sandrina Indah Paraswati, Annita Istifadhah, and Faiz Wildan Anshory, along with undergraduate students Chessa Failazhufa Waludri and Nida Elsa’adah Mazaya Yusron from the Bachelor’s program in Pharmacy.
Insights from the Team
In remarks made on February 27, team member Sandrina Indah Paraswati described the creation of PEPHYDTIN-DERM, highlighting its formulation derived from Peperomia pellucida, a plant noted for its antifungal characteristics. The team identified a pressing need for more effective and user-friendly treatments for dermatophytosis.
The Journey to Achievement
The journey to this achievement involved a rigorous process, including proposal submissions, procurement of raw materials, and extensive product development and preclinical testing. Paraswati noted, “Independent research was conducted, and the product’s efficacy was meticulously tested prior to its presentation in Malaysia.”
Valuable Experiences at MTE 2025
Participation in MTE 2025 provided the UNAIR team with valuable experiences, including opportunities to network with global researchers, innovators, and investors. The team gained important insights into teamwork, precision in research, and effective presentation methods.
Future Aspirations
Looking to the future, the UNAIR team is focused on advancing the development of PEPHYDTIN-DERM for mass production, aiming to increase accessibility for individuals affected by fungal skin infections. They aspire to motivate future innovators to contribute to global health solutions through research and technological advancements.
Source: Universitas Airlangga
