Universitas Brawijaya (UB) has established a strategic partnership with an international institution to develop the Magnetic Data Acquisition System (Magdas). This advanced technology aims to monitor global climate change and mitigate natural disasters.
This collaboration involves the International Research Center for Space and Planetary Environmental Science (i-SPES) from Kyushu University, Japan, the National Research Institute of Astronomy & Geophysics (NRIAG), Egypt, and universities in Malaysia. This partnership strengthens UB’s position as a center for research and development of advanced technology.
Prof. Sukir Maryanto, UB disaster mitigation expert, explained that the Magdas station in Cangar, Batu City, will focus on mitigating tectonic and volcanic earthquakes. “The development of Magdas is integrated with the global network, strengthening international research and collaboration,” he said.
The project began in March 2024 and involved teams from Kyushu University and Egypt. The plan is for an induction magnetometer sensor from Nagoya City University, Japan, to be installed in March 2025. Two new devices have been installed at Cangar Station: the 3D Fluxgate Magnetometer and a seismic sensor.
The data obtained will be studied intensively to develop science that connects phenomena on Earth and space. “We hope that Magdas can help predict and mitigate natural disasters, thereby increasing public safety,” added Prof. Sukir.
This collaboration also opens up opportunities for UB students to develop research capabilities and international collaboration. Currently, master’s students from BRIN have been involved in this project.
With the development of Magdas, UB shows its commitment to developing technology for the benefit of society and the environment. (UB PR/ Trans. Iir).
