Two talented students from the Statistics Study Program, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), Hanna Marie Octavia Br. Simanjuntak and Daffa Elgo Santosa, have brought pride to their alma mater by winning first place in the 2024 National Statistics Competition. This competition, organized by the Statistics Study Program of FMIPA Universitas Brawijaya, was attended by statistics students from renowned universities across Indonesia.
The essay competition they participated in consisted of two stages: the preliminary round and the final round. In the preliminary round, the Halmatic team impressed the judges with their innovative idea, a prototype website named Glitch Hunter. This application is designed to detect anomalies or defects in industrial products such as screws, bolts, transistors, and cables. The technology accurately identifies defect locations, offering a solution to improve efficiency and quality in the manufacturing process.
Beyond the industrial sector, the Halmatic team has a long-term vision to expand the application of Glitch Hunter into the healthcare field. They plan to develop an algorithm capable of detecting areas indicated as cancerous within the human body. Unlike existing technologies that only identify the presence of cancer, Glitch Hunter is expected to provide more specific information about the cancer’s location, supporting more precise medical diagnoses.
In the final round, held offline at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences of Universitas Brawijaya, the Halmatic team delivered an outstanding performance. Competing against the top two other teams, they faced a panel of judges comprising experts in statistics and data science. Through a compelling presentation, in-depth analysis, and convincing responses during the Q&A session, the Halmatic team successfully showcased their excellence. The Glitch Hunter project was highly praised not only for its robust application of statistical concepts but also for its potential to create a tangible impact in the industrial and healthcare sectors.
This achievement demonstrates the ability of UGM statistics students to integrate theory with practical implementation, resulting in innovations that are both relevant and impactful. The Halmatic team not only brought home the first-place title but also carried the hope that statistics-based technology can become a solution to various future challenges. This accomplishment is expected to inspire other students to continue innovating and making statistics a field of science that directly benefits society.
Keywords: Statistics, Champion, Innovation.
Authors: Hanna Marie Octavia Br. Simanjuntak and Daffa Elgo Santosa.
Editor: Silvina Rosita Yulianti
Photographer: Documentation Team