Public Relations of UPNVJ – The Faculty of Medicine of the National Development University “Veteran” Jakarta (FK UPNVJ) strengthened the quality of research and international academic collaboration by holding the Adjunct Professor Academic Series 2026 on November 11–12, 2026. The activity, which took place at the Wahidin Building, FK UPNVJ, South Jakarta, presented Prof. Ling King Hwa (Michael), Ph.D., an academic from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), who also serves as an Adjunct Professor of FK UPNVJ. Through a series of seminars, expert lectures, and workshops, this activity was aimed at increasing the capacity of lecturers in developing quality, ethical, and internationally competitive medical research.

The program is part of UPNVJ's FK efforts to expand its global academic network and provide hands-on learning experiences with international experts. Prof. Ling King Hwa's presence provides an opportunity for lecturers to deepen their understanding of medical developments, research methodology, and strategies for producing scientific publications that meet international academic standards.

The series of activities took place over two days with four main agendas designed to integrate the strengthening of scientific knowledge and practical skills in research.

On the first day, Wednesday (November 11, 2026), activities began with a seminar titled "REST-less in Brain Disorders," held in the 3rd-floor auditorium of the Wahidin Building. The seminar addressed scientific topics regarding brain disorders and provided a forum for academic discussion to broaden participants' insights into research developments in the field.

Through this discussion, participants have the opportunity to explore research issues relevant to the development of medical science, particularly in understanding the complexity of brain disorders and the importance of a scientific approach in the development of medical knowledge.

The agenda then continued with a Proposal Review Masterclass in the Dean's Meeting Room on the second floor of the Wahidin Building. This session focused on strengthening lecturers' skills in compiling and evaluating research proposals, from problem formulation and methodology accuracy to the appropriateness of the research design to the desired scientific objectives.

Through this academic mentoring, lecturers are expected to be able to develop more systematic research proposals, have a strong scientific foundation, and have the potential to be developed into collaborative research with international partners.

Entering the second day, Thursday (11/12/2026), Prof. Ling King Hwa returned as a resource person in an expert lecture entitled "Research Methodology and Ethics in Laboratory Research" which was held in the 3rd Floor Auditorium of the Wahidin Building.

This course emphasizes research methodology and ethics as two crucial aspects in producing credible scientific findings. Discussions focus on the importance of accurate research design, the application of ethical principles, and academic responsibility in conducting laboratory-based research.

Strengthening understanding of research ethics is becoming increasingly relevant as the need for medical research results that are not only innovative but also scientifically accountable and provide benefits to society increases.

The series of activities concluded with a Manuscript Review Workshop held in the Dean's Meeting Room on the second floor of the Wahidin Building. This workshop aimed to improve lecturers' skills in reviewing and refining scientific manuscripts before submission to academic journals.

Through this session, participants are encouraged to pay attention to the quality of scientific argumentation, consistency of methodology, presentation of research results, and the suitability of manuscripts to international scientific publication standards.

Prof. Ling King Hwa: International Collaboration is Crucial for the Development of Medical Research

In the context of developing medical education, Prof. Ling King Hwa places strengthening methodology, academic integrity, and international collaboration as interrelated aspects in building a quality research ecosystem.

[Draft statement by Prof. Ling King Hwa — source confirmation required]

"Quality medical research is determined not only by the novelty of findings, but also by methodological rigor, scientific integrity, and the ability of researchers to collaborate across disciplines and countries. Through academic activities like this, we hope to strengthen the capacity of lecturers, improve the quality of scientific publications, and open up opportunities for research collaborations that provide tangible benefits to the development of medical science and public health," said Prof. Ling King Hwa.

UPNVJ Faculty of Medicine Promotes Strengthening of Research Ecosystem and Academic Internationalization

The implementation of the Adjunct Professor Academic Series 2026 reflects the efforts of the Faculty of Medicine UPNVJ to develop an academic ecosystem that is open to the exchange of international knowledge and experience.

The Adjunct Professor Program provides an opportunity for universities to involve academics from foreign institutions in the development of education, research, and human resource capacity building.

For the Faculty of Medicine, UPNVJ, the involvement of Prof. Ling King Hwa from Universiti Putra Malaysia is one of the steps to strengthen academic relations between Indonesia and Malaysia, especially in the development of medical research and improving the quality of scientific publications.

In addition to broadening scientific horizons, this activity is expected to encourage the formation of sustainable research collaborations, improve lecturer competency, and develop an academic culture that upholds scientific integrity and quality.

In line with the direction of higher education transformation that emphasizes impact, strengthening international academic networks is an important part of increasing the contribution of higher education institutions to the development of science and solving public health problems.

Through this activity, UPNVJ affirmed its institutional commitment to continuously strengthening the internationalization of higher education, enhancing research capacity, and encouraging the production of high-quality scientific work relevant to societal needs. This commitment aligns with UPNVJ's development direction as a university focused on academic quality, global collaboration, and tangible contributions to Indonesia.