SEMARANG, INDONESIA – Ni Kadek Dita Cahyani, Ph.D, a distinguished lecturer from the Faculty of Science and Mathematics at Diponegoro University and Coordinator of Diponegoro Biodiversity Project Laboratory respectively, has been honored with an invitation to join a groundbreaking international research mission. She will participate as a researcher in the “NUS-OceanX Deep-Sea Biodiversity Expedition to the Eastern Indian Ocean.”

The expedition, a high-profile collaboration between the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the global ocean exploration initiative OceanX, is scheduled to take place from October 7-30, 2025. The research will be conducted onboard the state-of-the-art research and media vessel, OceanXplorer.

Dr. Dita was specifically selected for her expertise in the field of environmental DNA (eDNA). Her role will be crucial in studying the rich and largely undiscovered biodiversity of the deep-sea ecosystems in the Eastern Indian Ocean. This cutting-edge eDNA research allows scientists to detect and identify species from genetic material left behind in the water, providing invaluable insights into the marine life of these remote environments.

This invitation is a significant recognition of Dr. Dita’s scientific contributions and highlights the high caliber of research being conducted at Diponegoro University. Her participation underscores the university’s commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and fostering international collaboration.

Diponegoro Biodiversity Project teams and the entire Diponegoro University community extend their warmest congratulations to Dr. Ni Kadek Dita Cahyani and wish her and the expedition team a successful and impactful journey!!!
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