Connecting Research and Real Impact: A BRT Perspective from Tropentag 2025
BRT PhD student Hidayatul Fitri recently attended Tropentag 2025 in Bonn, where she shared her research on women’s roles in sustaining long-term biogas adoption in rural Vietnam and on enhancing biogas production through enzymatic pretreatment of rice straw. The conference offered a vibrant space for exchange, collaboration, and new perspectives.
Read her firsthand experience below.
Attending Tropentag 2025 in Bonn, Germany, was a genuinely inspiring experience. I was honored to have two abstracts accepted about “Women’s perspective on long-term biogas adoption in rural areas of Vietnam” and “Influence of enzymatic pretreatment on rice straw for biogas generation”. I shared insights into how women play a key role in sustaining biogas technology in rural communities. The discussion was insightful and vibrant; some participants and experts shared from other regions, emphasizing the importance of empowering women in achieving long-term success in renewable solutions. The conversation was engaging and dynamic; several attendees and specialists from various fields highlighted the crucial role of empowering women in achieving sustainable success in renewable solutions. To my amazement, my session drew a considerable audience.
Tropentag was more than just a series of presentations, it was a dynamic space for meaningful exchange and learning. The combination of in-person and online sessions created opportunities to connect with passionate individuals from diverse disciplines, all of whom are dedicated to tackling global agricultural and energy challenges. My second presentation on enzymatic pretreatment fueled enlightening discussions about enhancing biogas efficiency and opened doors for collaboration. The conference deepened my commitment to research that integrates technology with community perspectives. Returning home from Bonn, I was inspired and brimming with ideas to explore women's networks and community engagement in renewable energy adoption, as well as a profound appreciation for the impact of collaboration in creating real and lasting change. This kind of exchange was incredibly enriching, reminding me that research thrives within a larger, global conversation about inclusion and sustainability.
As I departed from Bonn, I took away more than just conference materials. I returned with fresh insights, valuable connections, and renewed inspiration. Tropentag served as a powerful reminder that research goes beyond mere data and outcomes, it is fundamentally about the people involved, the diverse perspectives they bring, and the greater purpose we strive for!
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