ITB Concerned Over Alumnus's Alleged Research Fraud at International Conference

Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) has issued a statement expressing concern regarding allegations of research fraud against one of its master's program alumni, Prihantini. The university acknowledged the reports of alleged fraud and manipulation of research findings at an international conference.

ITB confirmed that Prihantini was a student in the Master of Mathematics program at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), graduating in 2022. However, the university stressed that the material Prihantini presented at the international conference was not connected to her thesis or any academic activities undertaken at ITB. The Dean of FMIPA ITB, Aep Patah, stated that Prihantini's thesis during her master's studies was titled "Analytical Study of Water Waves Due to Landslides on a Sloping Beach."

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ITB menyatakan sikap bahwa tindakan saudari Prihantini tersebut merupakan tindakan hukum sebagai seorang individu.

"ITB states that the actions of Ms. Prihantini are legal actions as an individual," Aep Patah said in an official statement. He added that ITB respects any legal proceedings that may arise from these actions. The university reiterated its commitment to strengthening academic integrity, particularly in research that is ethical and responsible.

Prihantini and a colleague, Rifaldy, recently went viral on social media platforms, facing accusations of research fraud and manipulation. Reports suggest they allegedly engaged in these practices to secure grants and travel opportunities to attend the Society of Pneumonia and Pneumococcal Diseases (ISPPD) 2026 conference, held from May 17-21 in Copenhagen, Denmark. Social media posts indicate that both individuals have since issued apologies for their alleged actions and promised not to repeat them.

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ITB menyatakan sikap bahwa tindakan saudari Prihantini tersebut merupakan tindakan hukum sebagai seorang individu.