Makassar — Another remarkable achievement has been made by students of the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar (FK Unismuh Makassar). The SURFACTAN Team successfully qualified as a finalist in the Physiology Quiz Japan Online (PQJO) 2025, organized by the Faculty of Medicine, Sapporo Medical University, Japan.

This competition is an international physiology event participated in by 77 teams from various countries, including Indonesia, China, Thailand, Vietnam, India, and several others. Intense competition unfolded from the early stages, as all participants represented leading medical institutions across Asia.

The SURFACTAN Team—consisting of Muh. Arham, Muh. Zainul Muttaqin, Moh. Gilang Altaf A. Lapada, Annisa Nabila Royang, and A. Nurfaziah Akib, all third-year medical students—demonstrated consistent performance throughout the preliminary rounds. Their strong scores secured them a place among the five teams advancing to the final round.

Team leader Muh. Arham expressed his gratitude for the achievement. “We did not expect to reach the final round, considering this competition involved many strong teams from various countries. However, we gave our best effort, supported one another, and relied on thorough preparation. Becoming a finalist in PQJO 2025 is a significant motivation for us to continue learning and to uphold the good name of FK Unismuh,” he stated.

The PQJO 2025 organizing committee selected participants based on analytical ability and deep understanding of physiological concepts. The elimination rounds were conducted through a series of online assessments requiring quick thinking and precise responses. The SURFACTAN Team was recognized for its consistency and accuracy.

The academic community of FK Unismuh also expressed appreciation for this achievement. They noted that the accomplishment reflects the growing competitiveness and quality of physiology education at Unismuh, which is increasingly capable of competing with international medical institutions.

The Dean of the faculty hopes that this success will inspire other students to actively participate in global scientific competitions. The faculty has also committed to providing full support to the SURFACTAN Team as they prepare for the final round scheduled for early next year.

By advancing to the final round of PQJO 2025, FK Unismuh Makassar once again affirms its presence at the international level. This achievement is expected to serve as a significant milestone in enhancing the faculty’s academic quality and global reputation.

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Tim SURFACTAN FK Unismuh Lolos ke Final Physiology Quiz Japan Online 2025

Makassar — Prestasi membanggakan kembali diraih mahasiswa Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar (FK Unismuh Makassar). Tim SURFACTAN berhasil lolos sebagai finalis Physiology Quiz Japan Online (PQJO) 2025 yang diselenggarakan oleh Faculty of Medicine, Sapporo Medical University, Jepang.

Ajang ini merupakan kompetisi fisiologi tingkat internasional yang diikuti 77 tim dari berbagai negara, termasuk Indonesia, China, Thailand, Vietnam, India, serta beberapa negara lainnya. Persaingan ketat terjadi sejak babak awal, mengingat seluruh peserta berasal dari institusi medis terkemuka di kawasan Asia.

Tim SURFACTAN yang terdiri atas Muh. Arham, Muh. Zainul Muttaqin, Moh. Gilang Altaf A. Lapada, Annisa Nabila Royang, dan A. Nurfaziah Akib—seluruhnya mahasiswa tahun ketiga—mampu menunjukkan performa stabil sepanjang tahap penyisihan. Konsistensi nilai tinggi menjadikan mereka salah satu dari lima tim yang berhak melaju ke babak final.

Ketua tim, Muh. Arham, mengaku bersyukur atas pencapaian tersebut. “Kami tidak menyangka bisa lolos hingga babak final, mengingat kompetisi ini diikuti puluhan tim kuat dari berbagai negara. Tapi kami berusaha semaksimal mungkin, saling mendukung, dan berpegang pada persiapan yang matang. Lolos sebagai finalis PQJO 2025 menjadi motivasi besar bagi kami untuk terus belajar dan membawa nama baik FK Unismuh,” ujarnya.

Pihak penyelenggara PQJO 2025 menyeleksi peserta berdasarkan kemampuan analisis dan pemahaman mendalam terkait ilmu fisiologi. Babak eliminasi dilakukan melalui rangkaian ujian daring yang menuntut kecepatan berpikir dan ketepatan jawaban. Tim SURFACTAN dinilai unggul dalam konsistensi dan akurasi.

Civitas akademika FK Unismuh juga memberikan apresiasi atas pencapaian ini. Mereka menilai keberhasilan tersebut menunjukkan kualitas pembelajaran fisiologi di Unismuh yang semakin kompetitif dan mampu bersaing dengan institusi kedokteran internasional.

Dekan fakultas berharap prestasi ini dapat menjadi pemantik semangat bagi mahasiswa lainnya untuk aktif dalam kompetisi ilmiah berskala global. Selain itu, fakultas berkomitmen memberikan dukungan penuh pada Tim SURFACTAN dalam menghadapi babak final yang dijadwalkan berlangsung awal tahun depan.

Dengan lolosnya Tim SURFACTAN ke babak final PQJO 2025, FK Unismuh Makassar kembali mempertegas eksistensinya di tingkat internasional. Prestasi ini diharapkan menjadi langkah penting dalam pengembangan kualitas akademik dan reputasi global fakultas.