Biography

Daru Seto Bagus Anugrah is a lecturer in the Undergraduate Biotechnology Study Program, Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia. He earned his bachelor-s degree at Diponegoro University, Semarang, Indonesia and his master-s degree at Pukyong National University, Busan, South Korea. He has experience in the industrial world as a chemist laboratory at Smaltochimica Asia (Zschimmer & Schwarz Asian) and QC Executive Team Leader at Siegwerk Indonesia. The focus of his research is the modification and development of biomaterials. The studies that have been carried out are nano-liposome from sesame seed phospholipids, nano-micelles from synthetic biopolymers, ultra-fast hydrogels, graphene modification, development of biosensors, and development of biocatalysts for biodiesel. Apart from research in the wet lab, Daru also conduct research in a dry lab through computational analysis using quantum mechanics (density functional theory) and classical mechanics (molecular docking and molecular dynamics). Daru-s research is highly interdisciplinary, covering biophysics, chemistry, cell biology, biomechanics, soft materials, and macromolecular engineering.

Education

Mr. Daru Seto Bagus Anugrah completed his undergraduate education at Diponegoro University in 2016. He then pursued his master's degree at Pukyong National University, earning a Master's in Engineering in 2019.

Expertise

He has expertise in the fields of Biomaterials Development, Polymer Chemistry, and Computational Chemistry. With this specialization, Mr. Daru contributes to research and the development of innovations in the fields of materials and chemical technology.

Teaching

As an educator, Mr. Daru teaches various courses, including Biophysics, Bioanalytical Chemistry, Basic Chemistry, Food Nanotechnology, Environmental Prevention Control & Bioremediation, Food Process Engineering, Seminars, and Packaging & Storage Technology. Through these courses, he equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to face challenges in industry and research.

Recent Publications

Daru Seto Bagus Anugrah, S.Si., M.Eng, is an active researcher in the fields of chemistry and materials engineering, focusing on molecular interactions and biomedical applications. In 2022, he published an article titled "Quantum Chemical Calculation for Intermolecular Interaction of Alginate Dimer-water Molecules," which discusses quantum chemical calculations to understand the interactions between alginate dimers and water molecules. This research provides insights into the chemical properties of alginate dimers that can be applied in various fields, including biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.

In 2023, Daru continued his research with the publication "Aggregation profile of phospholipids with cholesterol and beta-carotene using coarse-grained molecular dynamics simulation," utilizing molecular dynamics simulations to study the aggregation profiles of phospholipids with cholesterol and beta-carotene. This work is significant for understanding lipid interactions that could contribute to the development of drug delivery systems.

He also published "Interaction of Phospholipid, Cholesterol, Beta-Carotene, and Vitamin C Molecules in Liposome-Based Drug Delivery Systems: An In Silico Study." In this research, Daru explored the interactions between various molecules in liposome-based drug delivery systems, which can enhance therapeutic effectiveness.

Furthermore, in the article "Synthesizing Cellulose and Its Derivatives from Pineapple Peel: A Systematic Literature Review," Daru conducted a systematic review on the synthesis of cellulose and its derivatives from pineapple peel, highlighting the potential of agricultural waste as a sustainable raw material source.

Finally, he published research titled "Utilising N-glutaryl chitosan-based film with butterfly pea flower anthocyanin as a freshness indicator of chicken breast," examining the use of N-glutaryl chitosan-based films with anthocyanins from butterfly pea flowers as freshness indicators for chicken meat. Through these various publications, Daru Seto Bagus Anugrah demonstrates his commitment to applying chemical research in technological innovation and sustainability.