CAB-Tech Strengthens Global Ties with dPCR Training and Student Research Exchange

From 23–25 February 2026, the Center of Advanced Breeding Technique (CAB-Tech) successfully organized an international workshop titled “Mutation Detection/Expression Analysis Using dPCR” in collaboration with the University of Tsukuba. This milestone event brought together 10 graduate students from Universitas Padjadjaran (UNPAD) and one bachelor student, Renata Lukina, from the University of Tsukuba, marking a significant step in CAB-Tech’s mission to advance breeding research with cutting-edge precision technologies.

Over three intensive days, participants received practical training in DNA extraction and mutation detection using CAB-Tech’s state-of-the-art digital PCR (dPCR) facilities.The sessions were led by Bayu Pradana Nur Rahmat, a graduate student from the University of Tsukuba, under the supervision of Kang Seung-Won. This initiative represents CAB-Tech’s first stride as a study center dedicated to equipping students with advanced laboratory skills and fostering innovation in plant breeding.

One of the highlights of the program was a mini-seminar, where students from both universities exchanged insights into their ongoing research projects. From UNPAD’s Agronomy Department, Fitriansyah Putra, Amanda Alya Sofryan, and Dilla Wahyuni presented their current graduate research progress. From University of Tsukuba, W.P. Pamoda Madhushani Wijesinghe from Agro-Bioresources Science and Technology program  and Bayu Pradana Nur Rahmat from Agricultural Science Doctoral program shared their pioneering work on development of artificial pollination systems and the effects of auxin signaling in shaping heat tolerance of tomato plant. 

The mini-seminar was also attended by seven other University of Tsukuba students, which are Renata Lukina, Reo Saito, Chiang Cheng En, Rio Oide, Sou Yakuwa, Zhang Weiyi, and Wang Yuxuan. From UNPAD’s side, the graduate students whose attended this research exchange seminar are Mega Komala, Alifa Ghaida Zahra, Rumaisha Salma Tsabitah, Zulfa Afifah, Putri Fajar Chaerul Ramdhani, Athaya Jamila, and Dang Aditya. This event not only enriched participants’ scientific perspectives but also strengthened academic ties between the two institutions.

The workshop underscored CAB-Tech’s commitment to nurturing global connections and advancing research excellence. By bridging expertise between Universitas Padjadjaran and the University of Tsukuba, CAB-Tech continues to pave the way for collaborative breakthroughs in plant breeding and molecular genetics.