FMIPA Public Relations, USU - The Master's Program in Chemistry and the Doctoral Program in Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU), held a workshop titled "Enhancing Student Competence in Research Data Processing." The event was attended by the Vice Dean I of FMIPA USU, the leadership of the Master's and Doctoral Programs in Chemistry, and students. It was successfully conducted on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, in the Multipurpose Room, 1st Floor, Unit 8, FMIPA USU. The workshop featured two expert speakers: Reisya Ichwani, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., and Aulia Fadlan, S.Kom.

The Head of the Master's Program in Chemistry and the Doctoral Program in Chemistry, Dr. Marpongahtun, M.Sc., in her remarks, stated, "I hope the students will participate in this workshop until the end, as it will significantly assist them in writing their research."

The Vice Dean I of FMIPA USU, Dr. Cut Fatimah Zuhra, S.Si., M.Si., representing the Dean of FMIPA USU, who was unable to attend, also delivered opening remarks and officially inaugurated the event. She noted, "This activity is crucial to ensure that master’s and doctoral chemistry students produce theses and dissertations that reflect the quality of their independent work."

The workshop aimed to enhance students' skills in data analysis using data processing software tailored to their research approaches. Additionally, it sought to equip students with the ability to analyze and interpret research findings in various forms, including narratives, tables, graphs, and other formats.

The outcomes of this training are expected to help students overcome difficulties in processing research data. While numerous tutorial books on data analysis software are available, more specific training remains essential to provide students with additional ease and support in their research data processing.

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