The Figure of Tatacipta Dirgantara, Passed the Strict Selection to Become the New Rector of ITB 2025-2030

Kapanlagi.com - Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) has officially elected a new leader for the 2025-2030 period. In a plenary session held by the Board of Trustees (MWA) on November 28, 2024, in Jakarta, Prof. Dr. Ir. Tatacipta Dirgantara, M.T. was elected as the rector who will lead ITB into a new chapter filled with innovation and achievements, both nationally and globally.

Prof. Tatacipta's name is already well-known within the ITB community. As an experienced academic and the Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace (FTMD) during the period of 2020-2024, he has made significant contributions in the field of solid mechanics and lightweight structures. With a strong educational background, competent experience, and a clear strategic vision, Prof. Tatacipta is the right person to lead ITB towards a more progressive direction.

This appointment also comes with great hopes from the MWA and the entire ITB community. The Chairman of MWA, Budi Gunadi Sadikin, expressed confidence that under Prof. Tatacipta's leadership, ITB will increasingly be able to produce quality graduates and innovations that have a wide positive impact. With the ambition to become a fourth-generation university, ITB is committed to addressing global challenges in education and research.

Check out the brief profile of Prof. Tatacipta Dirgantara summarized by Liputan6, Saturday (30/11), and get ready to witness the innovative steps he will take in leading ITB!

1. The Strict Selection Process

The selection of the Rector of ITB for the period 2025-2030 was conducted with great care during the plenary session of the Board of Trustees (MWA). The process, which began in September 2024, successfully narrowed down ten names to three strongest candidates: Prof. Brian Yuliarto, Prof. Irwan Meilano, and Prof. Tatacipta Dirgantara. Finally, on November 28, 2024, Prof. Tatacipta was elected as the new rector who will continue the leadership baton from Prof. Reini Wirahadikusumah. In this historic moment, the Chair of the MWA, Budi Gunadi Sadikin, expressed his hopes that the new rector would bring strategic innovations that lead ITB towards a brilliant future.

2. Background of Aerospace Design Education

Prof. Tatacipta, an alumnus of Mechanical Engineering at ITB with both Bachelor's and Master's degrees, continued his academic journey by earning a Ph.D. at Queen Mary University of London. With his expertise in solid mechanics and lightweight structures, he has made a name for himself as one of the leading experts in his field. It is no surprise that his role at ITB as the Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (FTMD) for the 2020-2024 period further strengthens his reputation in the world of education and engineering research.

3. Academic Contributions and Leadership

Throughout his career as a dean, he has not only led the development of research in composites and lightweight structures but also initiated innovative projects that have garnered attention, such as the design of energy-efficient vehicles and aeronautical materials technology. With a broad vision, he has served as the Deputy Director of Partnerships and International Relations at ITB, where he successfully expanded global collaborations connecting the best institutions and thinkers in the world.

4. Vision as the Rector of ITB

As a visionary Rector, Prof. Tatacipta is committed to transforming ITB into a fourth-generation university that not only excels but also produces globally-minded leaders. With a focus on high-quality education, research that has a significant impact, and the development of innovations that align with needs at both national and international levels, he is determined to bring ITB to new heights of glory.

5. Achievements and Awards

In addition to his busy schedule in the academic world, he has successfully received the prestigious National Transportation Figure Award 2024 from the Ministry of Transportation. With various international publications and several innovative patents in the field of composite engineering technology, he demonstrates his unwavering commitment to the advancement of science and technology in Indonesia.

6. Frequently Asked Questions about Prof. Tatacipta Dirgantara: What is Prof. Tatacipta Dirgantara's educational background?

With outstanding achievements, he has carved a brilliant path in the academic world by completing his undergraduate and master's education at the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), before continuing his intellectual journey to obtain a Ph.D. from Queen Mary University of London.

7. What has been Prof. Tatacipta's research focus?

With proficient expertise in solid mechanics and lightweight structures, he brings innovation to the world of composite technology and aeronautics, creating breakthroughs that not only attract attention but also open new opportunities in the development of the aviation industry and modern materials.

8. What is Prof. Tatacipta's main vision as the Rector of ITB?

A: With an inspiring vision, he is determined to transform ITB into a fourth-generation university, where the research produced can have a real impact and education meets world standards.

9. What achievements did Prof. Tatacipta have before becoming the rector?

As the Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace (FTMD) ITB, he not only leads various innovative research that transforms the face of technology but has also received prestigious national awards in the field of transportation, affirming his dedication to developing smart solutions for the future.

10. How will Prof. Tatacipta bring change to ITB?

By prioritizing in-depth research, brilliant innovation, and close international collaboration, we are committed to producing graduates who are not only ready to face challenges but also become visionary global leaders.

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