On 13–14 January 2026, the Department of Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Hasanuddin, had the honour of welcoming Prof. Mitsuhiko Hata from Kanazawa University, Japan, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen academic and research collaboration between the two institutions. The visit was officially received by Dr.Eng. Muralia Hustim, S.T., M.T., IPM, AER, Head of the Department of Environmental Engineering.

This visit marked a significant milestone in deepening strategic cooperation, particularly in the areas of air quality and aerosol science. Over the two-day programme, Prof. Hata participated in a series of academic and research-oriented engagements aimed at fostering joint initiatives and enhancing students’ research capacity.

A key highlight of the visit was the guest lecture entitled “Another One Sees the Dust: Fundamentals of Aerosol Measurement Technology.” The lecture provided a comprehensive overview of aerosol measurement principles, including instrumentation techniques and their applications in air pollution research. In addition to the lecture, Prof. Hata held in-depth discussions with faculty members to explore prospective collaborative research themes and student exchange opportunities. The dialogue focused on reinforcing long-term institutional partnerships and aligning research priorities in air quality and environmental monitoring.

Prof. Hata also met with undergraduate students at the Air Quality and Noise Laboratory of the Department of Environmental Engineering. During the session, students presented their proposed thesis plans, particularly on air pollution research, and received constructive feedback, technical recommendations, and methodological insights from Prof. Hata.

As part of interdisciplinary engagement, the visit included a discussion and laboratory tour at the Artificial Intelligence Robotics (AIROS) Research Group, led by Prof. Muh. Anshar, ST., M.Sc (Research), Ph.D., from the Department of Electrical Engineering. The session featured demonstrations of several innovative instruments, including the E-MAGIC UH1, a device designed to capture aerosol emissions and process the air back into clean output, as well as a Virtual Augmented Reality (VAR)-based learning technology developed for dental education. The meeting explored potential collaboration in integrated aerosol and sensor technologies, bridging expertise between environmental engineering and electrical engineering.

The visit reaffirmed the commitment of Kanazawa University and Universitas Hasanuddin to strengthening collaborative research and academic exchange, marking a concrete step in expanding global engagement and international partnership.