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PT. Bahiraliya Natura Science (PT. BNSCi) has once again achieved a significant milestone by securing competitive research funding from the Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Kemdiktisaintek) under the Penelitian Dosen Pemula (PDP) scheme. The official announcement, released on April 7, 2026, confirms the organization’s continued contribution to advancing scientific research, particularly in the health sector.

This latest success builds upon the team’s strong research track record. Previous projects funded through the same national grant scheme have already yielded impactful academic outputs, including one publication indexed in SINTA 3 and another accepted manuscript in a Scopus Q3 journal, which is currently awaiting publication. These achievements demonstrate the research team’s consistency in producing high-quality, peer-reviewed scientific work at both national and international levels.

In the 2026 funding cycle, PT. BNSCi is involved in two awarded research projects within the health focus area. The first project, led by Fath Dwisari, M.Si, explores the biosynthesis of silver, copper, and iron nanoparticles using Bajakah Tampala (Spatholobus littoralis Hassk.) extract, along with an evaluation of their anti-inflammatory activity. This study reflects a growing interest in green nanotechnology and the utilization of indigenous medicinal plants for innovative therapeutic applications. Dr. Khoirul Rista Abidin, Ns., M. Biomed, serves as a contributing team member in this project.

The second project is led by Dr. Khoirul Rista Abidin himself, focusing on the acute toxicity and anti-psoriasis effects of ethanol extract of Uncaria gambir Roxb. administered orally in Wistar rats induced with imiquimod. This research aims to explore the therapeutic potential of traditional herbal resources in addressing psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory skin disease. The study is supported by a multidisciplinary team, including Ariffialdi Nurhidayattulloh, S.Tr., M.Kes, and Abdurraafi’ Maududi Dermawan, M.Sc., Apt.

The successful acquisition of these grants highlights PT. BNSCi’s growing reputation as a research-driven institution committed to scientific innovation and evidence-based healthcare solutions. Furthermore, it reinforces the importance of integrating local biodiversity with modern scientific approaches to develop novel treatments.

As PT. BNSCi continues to expand its research portfolio, the institution remains dedicated to contributing meaningful scientific advancements and supporting Indonesia’s vision of becoming a global player in research and innovation.

Here is our documentation of Kratom as anti acnes research funded by Kemdiktisaintek 2025

Research of Uncaria gambir has been conducted. This study funded by Kemdiktisaintek Grant 2025. Here is the documentation of our activities in Laboratories.

The 38th National Student Scientific Week (Pekan Ilmiah Mahasiswa Nasional/PIMNAS) was held in Makassar. The Student Creativity Program – Exact Sciences Research (PKM-RE) team, supervised by me (Dr. Khoirul Rista Abidin, M.Biomed), brought five students from the Diploma IV Medical Laboratory Technology Study Program of Politeknik Aisyiyah Pontianak. The team presented a research project entitled “Formulation of Ethanolic Extract Cream of M. speciosa and Its Effectiveness Test on Psoriasis Model Rats.” The team’s participation in PIMNAS in Makassar took place from 22 to 29 November 2025.

The team’s departure to Makassar was fully sponsored by Politeknik ’Aisyiyah Pontianak as a form of institutional appreciation. Although the team did not manage to bring home a medal, as a supervisor I am very proud of their achievement for successfully qualifying for PIMNAS, being listed among the 420 selected teams out of 1,530 funded research projects, and being selected from a total of 33,090 PKM proposals submitted to the Directorate of Learning and Student Affairs (Belmawa).

As a result of this event, Universitas Hasanuddin (Unhas) once again became the overall champion, followed by Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) in second place.

The exciting moments during the event are documented in the gallery below:

Gallery of Activities

The BNSc (Biomedical and Natural Science) research team from Politeknik ‘Aisyiyah Pontianak has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning two prestigious research grants from the Kemdiktisaintek 2025 Program (Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology – Science and Technology Grant Scheme). The announcement was officially made through Decree No. 0070/C3/AL.04/2025, dated May 28, 2025.

The Kemdiktisaintek 2025 Grant is a nationally competitive research funding initiative aimed at supporting innovative, applicable, and impactful research from higher education institutions across Indonesia. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary research, student involvement, and solutions to real-world health and environmental challenges.

The first funded project is led by Dr. Khoirul Rista Abidin, M.Biomed, a lecturer at the Department of Health Sciences, with Ariffialdi Nurhidayattulloh, S.Tr., M.Kes as a co-researcher and Febrina Siregar representing the student research division from the D-IV Medical Laboratory Technology Program. The research is titled:
“Development of Uncaria gambir Roxb. Extract Cream as an Anti-Psoriasis Agent in Imiquimod-Induced Rat Models.”
This study seeks to explore the potential of Uncaria gambir, a native herbal plant from Kalimantan, in treating psoriasis through topical cream formulation. The team will test the cream’s anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects using a standard preclinical psoriasis model.

The second awarded project is led by Ariffialdi Nurhidayattulloh, S.Tr., M.Kes, who also serves as a medical laboratory science lecturer. His co-researcher is Fath Dwisari, S.Si., M.Sc., and they are joined by student Adelia Chintya Ningrum, also from the D-IV Medical Laboratory Technology Program. The project is titled:
“Formulation of Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) Extract as an Anti-Acne Treatment in Propionibacterium acnes-Induced Rat Models.”
This research investigates the antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of Kratom extract in combating acne vulgaris, particularly against P. acnes-induced skin inflammation. The team aims to produce a natural, affordable, and scientifically validated alternative to synthetic acne medications.

These dual achievements demonstrate the BNSc team’s growing role in herbal-based biomedical innovation. According to Dr. Khoirul, “Our goal is not just academic success but the development of affordable, evidence-based herbal solutions for community healthcare.”

The success of these proposals also highlights the strong commitment of Politeknik ‘Aisyiyah Pontianak in fostering research excellence, collaborative mentoring, and meaningful student engagement in scientific innovation.

As Indonesia continues to promote local herbal resources through science and technology, the BNSc team’s work is expected to contribute significantly to future therapeutic developments. Their research aligns with national priorities in health, local biodiversity utilization, and downstream innovation.

These projects will be funded and monitored over the next year, with progress reports and publications expected as part of the grant agreement under the Kemdiktisaintek 2025 framework.

For more information, the full list of grant recipients and the decree can be accessed via the Ministry’s official announcement: Decree No. 0070/C3/AL.04/2025.