Semarang, September, 2024 – The Department of Nutrition Science, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Diponegoro (UNDIP), successfully organized a guest lecture titled “Visiting Professor World Class University” on Monday, September 9, 2024. The event, which took place from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, featured distinguished speaker Prof. Satoshi Fujita from the Department of Sport and Health Science, Ritsumeikan University, Japan.
Held in the RSGA Room, 3rd Floor (Building A), Faculty of Medicine UNDIP and Department of Nutrition Science Building, the lecture addressed the topic “Protein and Muscle Metabolism in Relation to Muscle Mass, Sarcopenia, and Sarcopenic Obesity.” The event was attended by postgraduate students in nutrition and faculty members, creating a dynamic forum for knowledge exchange and idea-sharing.
In his presentation, Prof. Fujita delivered comprehensive insights into protein and muscle metabolism. He explored the critical roles of amino acids in muscle synthesis and breakdown, the impact of aging on muscle mass (sarcopenia), and the phenomenon of sarcopenic obesity and its health implications. His lecture also covered the latest research on nutritional and exercise strategies aimed at mitigating sarcopenia in older adults.
This guest lecture was part of the Visiting Professor Program hosted by the Department of Nutrition from September 9 to September 13, 2024. The program extended beyond the lecture series, including workshops on scientific article writing, research, and collaborations in education. With this initiative, the Faculty of Medicine UNDIP aims to strengthen its international networks and enhance the quality of both education and research at the institution.
Beyond providing valuable insights into the discussed topics, the event opened opportunities for international collaboration in the fields of nutrition, sports health, and elderly care nutrition. This guest lecture not only benefited participants academically but also has the potential to drive innovation and progress in protein research and muscle health, particularly concerning athletes, the elderly, and the general adult population in Indonesia.
