UNIVERSITAS PADJADJARANDepartment of Chemistry Indonesia

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People at FIMP Group.

Meet the scientists, laboratory team, and students behind FIMP Group’s research in inorganic and hybrid materials.

Core Team 03

Scientific leadership and the team supporting research and laboratory operations.

Diana Rakhmawaty Eddy

Prof. Dr. Diana Rakhmawaty Eddy

Principal Investigator

M.Si.

Inorganic materials, photocatalysis, and environmental applications.

Universitas Padjadjaran

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Research interests

  • Photocatalysis
  • Semiconductor Materials
  • Nanocomposites
  • Advanced Oxidation Processes
  • Environmental Remediation
  • Materials Chemistry

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran
Master’s · Chemistry
Institut Teknologi Bandung
Doctoral · Applied Chemistry
Osaka Prefecture University
Muhamad Diki Permana

Muhamad Diki Permana

Senior Researcher

S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D.

  • FellowshipEQUITY Postdoctoral Fellow · 2025–2026

Functional inorganic materials for environmental remediation and sustainable energy applications.

Universitas Padjadjaran
University of Yamanashi

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My research focuses on the design, synthesis, and structural engineering of functional inorganic materials for environmental remediation and sustainable energy applications. I investigate semiconductor photocatalysts, metal oxide nanomaterials, and zeolite-based materials, with particular emphasis on structure–property relationships, photocatalytic and photo-Fenton reactions, adsorption processes, and iron redox cycling for sustainable hydrogen production.

Research interests

  • Semiconductor Photocatalysis
  • Functional Inorganic Materials
  • Crystal Engineering
  • Advanced Oxidation Processes
  • Zeolite-Based Adsorption
  • Sustainable Hydrogen Production

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2016–2020Bidik Misi Scholarship
Master’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2020–2021Fast track programmeBeasiswa Unggulan Scholarship
Doctoral · Green Energy Conversion Science and Technology
University of Yamanashi2022–2025MEXT Scholarship

Appointments & fellowships

EQUITY Postdoctoral Fellow
Universitas Padjadjaran2025–2026
Adjunct Fellow
University of Yamanashi2025–present
Dina Dwiyanti

Dina Dwiyanti

Lab Administrator

S.Si., M.Si.

Photocatalytic degradation of pollutants.

Universitas Padjadjaran

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Research interests

  • Photocatalysis
  • Metal Oxide Nanomaterials
  • Materials Characterization
  • Defect Engineering
  • Composite Materials
  • Applied Chemistry

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2012–2016PT PGN Scholarship (2015); Peningkatan Prestasi Akademik Scholarship, DIKTI (2014)
Master’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2018–2020PasTI Scholarship, DIKTI

Doctoral Students 08

Eko Prabowo Hadisantoso

Eko Prabowo Hadisantoso

Doctoral student Year 3

S.Si., M.PKim.

  • Research grant · DoctoralPDD · Kemdiktisaintek

ZnO-based photocatalysts and waste-derived composites for treating organic pollutants in water.

Universitas Padjadjaran
UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung

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My research focuses on developing ZnO-based photocatalysts through microwave-assisted synthesis, transition-metal doping, and the preparation of waste-derived hydroxyapatite composites. I investigate how material structure, optical properties, and surface characteristics influence photocatalytic performance for the treatment of water contaminated with organic pollutants.

Research interests

  • ZnO
  • Microwave-Assisted Synthesis
  • Photocatalysis
  • Waste Valorization

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia2000–2004
Master’s · Chemistry
Institut Teknologi Bandung2007–2009
Doctoral · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2024–presentIn progressResearch funding: Penelitian Disertasi Doktor (PDD), Kemdiktisaintek
Bibah Aksari Ningsih

Bibah Aksari Ningsih

Doctoral student Year 2

S.Si., M.Si.

  • Scholarship · DoctoralBUPP Scholarship

Graphitic carbon nitride and metal oxide composites for simultaneous dye degradation and heavy metal reduction.

Universitas Padjadjaran

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My research focuses on materials chemistry and heterogeneous photocatalysis, particularly the design and synthesis of semiconductor composites based on graphitic carbon nitride and metal oxides. I investigate charge-transfer kinetics and reaction mechanisms for the simultaneous degradation of hazardous organic dyes and reduction of heavy metals in environmental remediation.

Research interests

  • Graphitic Carbon Nitride
  • Simultaneous Degradation
  • Photocatalysis

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Additional contact

Bibahaksariningsih@gmail.com

Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2016–2020
Master’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2024–2026BUPP Scholarship
Doctoral · Chemistry
Universitas PadjadjaranIn progressBUPP Scholarship
Martiningsih

Martiningsih

Doctoral student Year 2

S.T., M.Si.

Natural materials and sustainable textile innovations for local resources and Indonesian MSMEs.

Universitas Padjadjaran
STT Wastukancana

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Research focus

My research focuses on the intersection of chemistry and textiles, particularly the valorization of natural materials. I aim to develop sustainable, value-added textile innovations that enhance local resource utilization and support Indonesian micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) through science-based product development and downstream application.

Research interests

  • Natural Fiber Chemistry
  • Sustainable Textiles
  • Bio-based Materials
  • Textile Functionalization
  • MSME Downstreaming

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Education

Bachelor’s · Textile Engineering (Department of Industrial Engineering)
Institut Teknologi Nasional Malang1996
Master’s · Chemistry — Process Microbiology
Universitas Padjadjaran2012
Doctoral · Chemistry
Universitas PadjadjaranIn progress
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Restina Bemis

Doctoral student Year 2

S.Si., M.Si.

  • Scholarship · DoctoralBPI Scholarship

Photocatalytic nanomaterials for pollutant degradation and environmental remediation.

Universitas Padjadjaran
Universitas Jambi

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My research focuses on photocatalytic nanomaterials and their application in pollutant degradation. I investigate the role of these materials in light-driven treatment processes, with an emphasis on photocatalysis for environmental remediation.

Research interests

  • Nanomaterials
  • Photocatalysis
  • Pollutant Degradation

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas Andalas2006–2011
Master’s · Chemistry
Universitas Andalas2011–2013
Doctoral · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2024–presentIn progressBeasiswa Pendidikan Indonesia (BPI)
Mohammad Rofik Usman

Mohammad Rofik Usman

Doctoral student Year 1

M.Si.

TiO₂-based catalysts and MOFs, integrating experimental and computational chemistry for organic synthesis and energy applications.

Universitas Padjadjaran
Universitas Soebandi

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Research focus

My research focuses on catalysis, materials chemistry, and computational chemistry, particularly the development and modification of TiO₂-based catalysts and metal–organic frameworks (MOFs). I integrate molecular docking and Density Functional Theory (DFT), material synthesis, structural and physicochemical characterization, and catalytic activity evaluation for organic compound synthesis and energy applications.

Research interests

  • Titanium-Based Catalysts and Photocatalysts
  • Materials Chemistry
  • Computational Chemistry
  • Metal–Organic Frameworks (MOFs)

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas Jember2008–2013
Master’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2013–2015
Doctoral · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2026–presentIn progress
Yuliana

Yuliana

Doctoral student Year 1

S.T., M.Si.

  • Scholarship · DoctoralBPDP Scholarship

Rice husk ash-derived magnetic magadiite nanocomposites for surfactant removal and reusable wastewater treatment.

Universitas Padjadjaran

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My research focuses on developing sustainable magnetic magadiite-based nanocomposites and heterostructured materials derived from rice husk ash for surfactant-contaminated wastewater treatment. I investigate adsorption mechanisms, pollutant removal, and the integration of adsorption with catalytic regeneration to improve treatment efficiency and material reusability.

Research interests

  • Adsorption
  • Magnetic Magadiite
  • Heterostructures
  • Nanocomposites
  • Rice Husk Ash
  • Surfactant Removal

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Education

Diploma III · Chemical Analysis
Universitas Padjadjaran2014–2017Bidikmisi Scholarship
Bachelor’s · Chemical Engineering
Universitas Jayabaya2018–2020
Master’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2023–2025LPDP Scholarship
Doctoral · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2026–presentIn progressBPDP Scholarship
Devi Rahmawati

Devi Rahmawati

Doctoral student Year 1

S.Si., M.Eng.

  • Scholarship · DoctoralMEXT Scholarship

Sustainable hydrogen production through an integrated Schikorr reaction and photoreduction system.

Universitas Padjadjaran
University of Yamanashi

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Research focus

My research focuses on sustainable hydrogen production by integrating the Schikorr reaction with photoreduction. I investigate transition-metal catalysts to enhance hydrogen generation and explore photoreduction-based regeneration in Fe₃O₄ systems, aiming to develop an efficient, sustainable hydrogen-production cycle.

Research interests

  • Hydrogen
  • Schikorr reaction
  • Fe₃O₄
  • Photoreduction

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2019–2023HIMAKA Alumni Scholarship
Master’s · Applied Chemistry
University of Yamanashi2024–2026MEXT Scholarship
Doctoral · Green Energy Conversion Science and Technology
University of YamanashiIn progressMEXT Scholarship
Herlan Setiawan

Herlan Setiawan

Doctoral student Year 1

S.Si., M.Eng.

  • Research grant · DoctoralDegree by Research · BRIN

Porous adsorbents for radioisotope production, radionuclide separation, and purification.

Universitas Padjadjaran
National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)

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My research focuses on developing adsorbents based on porous materials, including alumina, carbon, and metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), for radioisotope production. I investigate their use in the adsorption, separation, and purification of radionuclides.

Research interests

  • Radioisotopes
  • Adsorbents
  • Iodine-131
  • Iodine-125

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia2003–2007
Master’s · Applied Chemistry
Osaka Prefecture University2016–2018Research funding: RISET-Pro Grant, Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education
Doctoral · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2026–presentIn progressResearch funding: Degree by Research Grant, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)

Master’s Students 03

Faradisa Amalia Wahyudi

Faradisa Amalia Wahyudi

Master’s student Year 2

S.Si.

  • Programme · Master’sFast-track programme

Functional textiles for photocatalytic and self-cleaning applications, evaluated using smartphone-based DIC.

Universitas Padjadjaran

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Research focus

My research focuses on developing and characterizing functional textiles for environmental applications by incorporating metal oxide-based materials. I investigate their physicochemical properties and surface characteristics, with particular emphasis on photocatalytic and self-cleaning performance evaluated using smartphone-based Digital Image Colorimetry (DIC).

Research interests

  • ZnO–SiO₂
  • Cotton Fabric
  • Self-Cleaning Textiles
  • Photocatalysis
  • Digital Image Colorimetry (DIC)
  • Ultrasound-Assisted Synthesis

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2022–2026
Master’s · Chemistry
Universitas PadjadjaranIn progressFast track programme
Anggi Khoerul Jannah

Anggi Khoerul Jannah

Master’s student Year 2

S.Pd.

  • Programme · Master’sEQUITY RMMP · Universitas Padjadjaran

Heterogeneous catalysts for biomass valorization and sustainable chemical production.

Universitas Padjadjaran

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My research focuses on the development, characterization, and application of heterogeneous catalysts for sustainable chemical production. I investigate catalyst design, structure–property relationships, catalytic performance, and reusability, particularly for the conversion of biomass-derived compounds into value-added chemicals. My research aims to contribute to the development of efficient catalytic systems and more sustainable chemical processes.

Research interests

  • Heterogeneous Catalysis
  • Catalyst Development and Characterization
  • Catalytic Reaction Engineering
  • Biomass Valorization
  • Green and Sustainable Chemistry
  • Renewable Chemicals Production

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry Education
Universitas Sebelas Maret2020–2025
Master’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2025–presentIn progressEQUITY RMMP Universitas Padjadjaran
Natasyah Apriliani

Natasyah Apriliani

Master’s student Year 1

  • Programme · Master’sFast-track programme
  • Research grant · Master’sRKDU · Universitas Padjadjaran

Metal oxide nanomaterials and composites for photocatalytic heavy metal remediation and environmental pollution control.

Universitas Padjadjaran

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Research focus

My research focuses on the synthesis of metal oxide nanomaterials and composites for photocatalytic applications. I am particularly interested in their use for heavy metal remediation and the control of environmental pollution.

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas Padjadjaran2023–presentIn progress
Master’s · Chemistry
Universitas PadjadjaranIn progressFast track programmeResearch funding: Riset Kompetensi Dosen Unpad (RKDU), Universitas Padjadjaran

Undergraduate Students 02

Nadia

Nadia

Undergraduate student Year 4

  • Research grant · Bachelor’sRIKUB · Kemdiktisaintek

ZnO-based superhydrophobic materials.

Universitas Padjadjaran

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Education

Bachelor’s · Chemistry
Universitas PadjadjaranIn progressResearch funding: Riset Konsorsium Unggulan Berdampak (RIKUB), Kemdiktisaintek