The Department of Computer Engineering at Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) held a guest lecture titled Human Augmentation: Improving Human Life in a Super-Aging Society on May 6, 2026. The event featured Hanif Fermanda Putra, an alumnus of Computer Systems Engineering ITS who currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Wakayama University, Japan. The guest lecture took place from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM WIB and was attended enthusiastically by students and faculty members eager to explore the latest developments in human augmentation technology—technology designed to enhance human capabilities, particularly in addressing the challenges of a super-aging society.During his presentation, Dr. Hanif introduced various research projects and innovations developed at the Alter-Space Creation Laboratory. He explained that the laboratory focuses on technologies aimed at addressing the challenges of an aging population. Among the featured research projects were the Cross-Reality System, an integration of VR/AR technologies to enrich human interaction with digital environments; Eye-gaze Device Control, an IoT device control system based on eye-tracking technology; and Exoskeleton Mobility Support, a carbon-fiber exoskeleton enhanced with artificial intelligence to assist elderly mobility. He also discussed Robotic Tail Balancing, a technology developed at Keio University to improve body balance and prevent falls, as well as XR Sports Training, a table tennis learning system powered by machine learning to improve beginners’ skills.In addition to discussing technical aspects, Dr. Hanif emphasized the importance of ethical considerations in the development of both invasive and non-invasive technologies. According to him, this research aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal No. 3: Good Health and Well-being, which highlights the importance of ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for people of all ages. The topic is considered highly relevant to global conditions, including Indonesia, which is gradually entering an aging society phase. Human augmentation technologies are expected to improve accessibility for older adults so they can maintain independence, support healthier lifestyles through XR-assisted sports, and provide innovative solutions in healthcare, device engineering, and human-computer interaction. Therefore, this guest lecture not only provided academic insights but also opened significant opportunities for ITS students to contribute to the development of technologies that directly improve the quality of life of elderly communities.
The Department of Computer Engineering at Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) held a guest lecture titled Human Augmentation: Improving
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