Medan, September 7, 2026 — Students of Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU) once again achieved an outstanding accomplishment at the 2026 Indonesian Agricultural Student Innovation Week (PIMPI) organized by IPB. The CollaCel Team from the Food Technology Study Program, Faculty of Agriculture (FP) USU, successfully won the Best Essay Expo award at PIMPI IPB 2026.
The CollaCel Team consists of Khairyah Hutagalung (230305051), Nayla Alfina (230305063), and Dea Novita Fitrianti (230305084), under the supervision of Dr. Ridwansyah, S.T.P., M.Si.
Competing under the theme “Innovating Integrated Agriculture for Climate-Resilient Future,” the CollaCel Team presented a work entitled “COLLASHIELD: Smart Active Packaging Berbasis Kolagen Ikan dan Nanoselulosa Jagung untuk Menekan Food Loss Tomat” under the Food Security and Climate Adaptation subtheme.
COLLASHIELD is an innovative smart active packaging solution that utilizes fish collagen, corn nanocellulose, and lime peel extract. The innovation was developed to help inhibit microbial activity, reduce water loss and weight loss, and extend the shelf life of tomatoes.
In addition to providing a solution for reducing food loss, the innovation utilizes fisheries and agricultural waste as value-added raw materials. This approach also supports more sustainable agriculture and food systems through the optimal utilization of resources.
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PIMPI 2026 was organized by the Forum for Scientific Studies (Forces) of IPB as a platform for students to develop ideas and innovations in addressing challenges related to agriculture, food security, and climate change. The series of activities reached its peak with presentations and an expo on September 5, followed by a seminar and awarding ceremony on September 6, 2026.
The achievement of the CollaCel Team demonstrates the commitment of FP USU students to developing creativity, competencies, and innovation through education and scientific competitions. This achievement is aligned with SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
Congratulations and best wishes to the CollaCel Team on this achievement. May this accomplishment inspire the team to continue creating, innovating, and bringing pride to Universitas Sumatera Utara.