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The research grant program organized by the Indonesian Society of Economic Geologists (MGEI) aims to encourage high-quality research among the younger generation while strengthening students鈥� academic and technical capacities in geoscience. A. Zaky Aditya stated, 鈥淓ach selected team will receive research funding of up to IDR 50 million to carry out their project over a six month period.鈥�

Through a rigorous and competitive process, the team was selected among the top 15 proposals for further evaluation before the final announcement of grant recipients. 鈥淎fter being selected, we conducted the research over six months with several milestones, including progress reports, presentations at the MGEI Annual Convention, and the final presentation on March 4, 2026,鈥� he explained.

The research was conducted in the Mining Business Permit area owned by PT Timah Tbk in Pangkalan Baru, Bangka Island. It focuses on understanding how geological and geochemical processes control the formation of tin (Sn) and rare earth element (REE) mineralization in the region. During the study, the team carried out hydrothermal alteration mapping, structural analysis of fluid-controlling features, and identification of mineralization stages. In addition, the research examined REE distribution patterns, which indicate characteristics of highly fractionated S-type granite.

From their findings, the team successfully developed a structural-hydrothermal model for Sn-REE mineralization, which is expected to serve as a reference for future exploration strategies. This understanding is considered important in improving the efficiency of discovering new reserves, particularly for primary tin deposits in Indonesia.

However, the research journey was not without challenges, particularly in managing time between academic responsibilities and research activities. Furthermore, conducting research in an active mining area required strong adaptability to dynamic field conditions. Nevertheless, these challenges provided valuable learning experiences beyond what is typically gained in the classroom.

Through this program, the team gained extensive experience, ranging from proposal writing, fieldwork execution, and geochemical data analysis to presenting their findings before industry professionals. They also shared several tips, including the importance of aligning research topics with industry needs, developing strong methodologies, and being well-prepared for interviews.

鈥淲e hope that more Indonesian students will have the courage to engage in research from an early stage, as this is where innovations are born-innovations that can help Indonesia compete at regional and global levels, especially in the natural resources sector, which is one of the country鈥檚 greatest strengths,鈥� he concluded.

Reporter: Nasywa Hafizh Pandyanayaka (Geological Engineering, 2022)