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Health Data Science at the University of Manchester

Rana’s interest in STEM grew while studying public health. She realised that issues like access to care or medication adherence weren’t just clinical problems but were also shaped by behaviours, beliefs, and environments. With her MSc, she plans to become a researcher conducting studies that not only identify problems but also inform better healthcare systems, creating solutions that resonate with people's lived realities.

Indonesia
Imperial College London
Eloise Yemima Sari is driven by a deep concern for climate change and aspires to apply her expertise in computer science and mathematics to mitigate its effects in Indonesia. She plans to leverage data science to address the complex challenges posed by the country’s vast area and population. After completing her studies, Eloise aims to become an environmental data scientist, contributing to the growing demand for such expertise.

Shelia Anjarani is a lecturer and researcher in English Language Education at Universitas Muhammadiyah Purwokerto (UMP), Indonesia. She is a board director of iTELL (Indonesia Technology-Enhanced Language Learning), leading teacher training, workshops, and seminars on technology integration in ELT across Indonesia. She has published research in national and international journals and authored three books on technology-supported English language teaching, including Teaching Speaking with AI.

Director of Student Recruitment & International, Edinburgh Napier University
BUILA Executive Vice Chair and Scotland Representative

Stuart is the Director of Student Recruitment and International at Edinburgh Napier University, where is a member of the university Senior Leadership Team and leads a team of over 50 staff in 8 countries with responsibility for all student recruitment, widening participation and international partnership development. 

Mr. Antonius Tanan is a Senior Director of Ciputra Group and the President of UCEC (Universitas Ciputra Entrepreneurship Center). He is currently a doctoral student of Athabasca University of Canada, and a member of the board of trustees of Habitat for Humanity Indonesia. Since 2005, he has been intensively assisting DR. (HC). Ir. Ciputra to spread entrepreneurship in Indonesia and also in some other countries to empower the Indonesian migrant workers.

Malaysia
University of Warwick
Charlene Ng will be specialising in data science and artificial intelligence. Aspiring to be an academic researcher, she recognizes the importance of computer science for the future and aims to participate in policymaking to support STEM education in schools.

UK: Lyn Kirkland

Indonesia: Ria Ekasari

This collaborative project bridges traditional encaustic painting and Indonesian batik, uniting two ancient wax-based art forms to address shared environmental challenges. The residency fosters cultural exchange, blending batik’s resist dyeing with encaustic’s layered painting to highlight ecological issues. Following the programme, a public education module on encaustic art will be developed in Indonesia, encouraging community-building. 

Indonesia: Perempuan Komponis: Forum & Lab 

UK: Glasgow Improvisers Orchestra 

Indonesian collective Perempuan Komponis and the Glasgow Improvisers Orchestra (GIO) are joined by the Naga Mas gamelan ensemble, in a distinctive cross-cultural collaboration. Blending experimental vocal traditions, gamelan and GIO’s improvisational music, it explores new musical languages in experimental and traditional forms. Four Perempuan Komponis members will join GIO at GIOfest XVII in Glasgow.

Deputy Director (Policy and Global Engagement), Universities UK International

Harry Anderson is Deputy Director for Policy and Global Engagement at Universities UK International (UUKi), the body which supports over 140 UK universities with their international ambitions. 

As Deputy Director, Harry oversees UUKi’s work across a range of policy areas, including International Mobility, Global Research & Innovation, and Transnational Education (TNE). 

Malaysia
Polymer Chemistry at the University of Warwick 

Najah has always been fascinated by how things work and how they’re made. While working on a project that transformed palm waste into eco-friendly films, she realised that science is about solving real-world problems and making life better for people and the planet. She believes her MSc will enable her to work on real-world projects, especially those that reduce industrial waste and improve material efficiency in Malaysia.