Universitas PGRI Madiun (UNIPMA) has once again achieved a proud accomplishment. A total of 19 lecturers from various study programs successfully received funding for the 2025 Fiscal Year Research and Community Service Program, organized by the Directorate of Research, Technology, and Community Service (DRTPM) of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemdikbudristek RI), Friday, 23/05/2025.

This funding aims to support the development of lecturers' research capacity and encourage the real contribution of universities in solving societal problems through scientific, solution-oriented, and applicable community service activities.

The breakdown of the 19 proposals includes: 8 Regular Fundamental Research (PFR) proposals, 3 PPS-PTM Research proposals, 2 PT-LM proposals, 1 PT-LP Research proposal, and 5 Community Service (PKM) proposals.

Several research and community service project titles by UNIPMA lecturers that secured national grant funding include:

1. Ir. Ani Sulistyarsi, M.M., M.Si. (Biology Education) – (PFR Scheme): Development of the e-Plantasia Platform as a Plant Biodiversity Database in the Madiun Residency for Scaffolding Biology Learning Based on Local Potential.

2. Cerianing Putri Pratiwi, S.Pd., M.Pd. (Elementary School Teacher Education) – (PPS-PTM Scheme): Implementation of Digital Media with Culturally Responsive Appraisal to Improve Grade IV Elementary Students' Reading Skills.

3. Dr. drh. C. Novi Primiani, M.Pd. (Biology Education) – (PT-LM Scheme): Standardization of the GEMUNOS OHT Genitri Product Model (Elaeocarpus ganitrus): A Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Safety Study.

4. Dr. Edy Suprapto, S.Si., M.Pd. (Mathematics Education) – (PFR Scheme): Development of the Literacy-Noticing Cycle Concept as a Foundation for Mathematics Literacy-Based Learning.

5. Nik Amah, S.E., M.Si., CTT., CSRS (Accounting) – (PFR Scheme): Frugal Strategy Collaboration with the Hexahelix Model for the Sustainability of Madiun MSMEs: From “Gemi, Nastiti, Ngati-ati” to “Hamemayu Hayuning Bawana.”

6. Pujiati, S.Si., M.Si. (Biology Education) – (PFR Scheme): Isolation and Potential Testing of Indigenous Molds from Vegetable Farming Soil as Candidate Bioremediators for Pesticide Residues.

7. Dr. Restu Lusiana, S.Pd., M.Pd. (Mathematics Education) – (PFR Scheme): Project-Based Elective Program to Sharpen Mathematics Teacher Candidates’ Noticing Skills in Stimulating Students’ Higher-Order Thinking Abilities.

8. Dr. Samsul Arifin, S.Pd., M.Pd. (English Education) – (PT-LP Scheme): Advanced Development of the Moral IQ Application Integrated with Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Teacher Candidates’ Personality Competence.

9. Sri Utami, S.Pd., M.Pd. (Biology Education) – (PFR Scheme): Development of a High-Level Cognitive Assessment Instrument (HOTS) for High School Biology Based on Madiun Culture and Local Wisdom.

10. Dr. Swasti Maharani, S.Pd., M.Pd. (Mathematics Education) – (PFR Scheme): Optimization of Computational Thinking in Elementary Teacher Candidates throughout East Java through Energy Teaching Kits (ETK) Media to Support Indonesia's 2030 SDGs.

11. Apt. Vevi Maritha, M.Farm. (Pharmacy) – (PT-LM Scheme): Development of a Validated Lipid Marker Using Lipidomic Fingerprint for Authentication of Halal Meat Products.

12. Dr. Wachidatul Linda Yuhanna, S.Pd., M.Pd. (Biology Education) – (PFR Scheme): Development of the I-CRT Learning Model Integrated with Artificial Intelligence to Improve Elementary Students’ Critical Thinking Skills and Digital Literacy.

13. Dr. Wasilatul Murtafi’ah, S.Pd., M.Pd. (Mathematics Education) – (Two proposals, PPS-PTM Scheme): Development of an Interactive e-Module Based on the e-IM3 Model on Fraction Operation Materials and Development of Android-Based Augmented Reality Media Based on the e-IM3 Model to Improve Problem-Solving Skills and Learning Interest of Students.

14. Dian Ratnaningtyas Afifah, M.Psi., Psi. (Early Childhood Teacher Education) – (PKM Scheme): Application of Branching Scenario Technology in Emotional Intelligence Training and Learning Media Design to Improve the Resilience of Special Assistant Teachers.

15. Irna Tri Yuniahastuti, S.Pd., M.T. (Electrical Engineering) – (PKM Scheme): Implementation of Solar Cell Technology at Al-Ikhlas Islamic Boarding School to Support Smart Students in the Digital Era.

16. Dr. Maya Novitasari, S.E., M.Ak., CPFR (Accounting) – (PKM Scheme): Optimization of Green Innovation in the Diversification of Tofu Industry Production and Marketing in Magetan.

17. Dr. Nur Ihda Farikhatin Nisa, M.T. (Chemical Engineering) – (PKM Scheme): Empowerment of Oyster Mushroom Farmer Groups in Kare Village, Kare Sub-district, Madiun Regency.

18. Dr. Ratih Christiana, M.Pd. (Guidance and Counseling) – (PKM Scheme): Training in Personal Branding and Digital Marketing to Increase Sales of Wood Waste Lathe Crafts.

This achievement further strengthens UNIPMA's position as a leading private university in East Java and adds to its list of national-level achievements. The success of the lecturers is a testament to their dedication and competence in research and community service, serving as a motivation for the entire academic community to continue innovating and making real impacts on society.