01 October 2026
Threesna Sharfina
The International Summer Course 2026 “Lake Toba – Biodiversity Insight” is an international academic program organized by the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Sumatera Utara, on October 4–17, 2026. The activity features interactive learning, field laboratory activities, a field trip to Lake Toba, a photography competition, and international networking, with a focus on biodiversity, ecology, microbiology, virology, plant physiology, and natural product-based development.
FMIPA PUBLIC RELATIONS — The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU), will organize the International Summer Course 2026 under the theme “Lake Toba – Biodiversity Insight” from October 4–17, 2026.
This activity is an international learning program that combines academic activities, field practice, biodiversity exploration, and international networking. The series of activities will take place in Medan and the Lake Toba area, North Sumatra.
The International Summer Course 2026 covers several thematic fields related to life sciences and the utilization of natural resources, including Virology, Microbiology, Plant Physiology, Ecology, Biodiversity, as well as Phytomedicine and Natural Product-Based Drug Development.
In its implementation, participants will take part in various activities designed to provide direct and interactive learning experiences, including:
The program also features a number of academics and practitioners as speakers from Indonesia and abroad. The presence of these speakers is expected to enrich participants' insights into biodiversity, ecology, biology, and the sustainable utilization of biological resources.
Through this activity, participants will have the opportunity to learn with international and local experts, gain interdisciplinary knowledge, develop practical skills, and directly explore the rich biodiversity of the Lake Toba area.
In addition to the academic aspects, participants will also gain field exploration experiences and build networks with participants from various academic backgrounds.
The International Summer Course 2026 is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students who are interested in science, biodiversity, the environment, and sustainability.
Interestingly, this program is FREE for participants.
Students interested in participating in this activity can register through the QR Code available on the official International Summer Course 2026 poster.
International Summer Course 2026
📅 October 4–17, 2026
📍 Medan & Lake Toba, North Sumatra, Indonesia
🎟️ Free
Contact Person:
📧 scfmipa@usu.ac.id
📱 +6281370135554 (Aldo)
📱 +62823664799280 (Cheryl)
Organized by:
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Universitas Sumatera Utara
🌿 Learn. Explore. Connect. Discover the Biodiversity of Lake Toba.
