Universities & Institutions

We collaborate with universities, researchers, and institutions who want to engage with real-world ecosystem restoration.

Our work in Indonesian rainforests offers a unique environment for field research, independent study, and applied learning. Where science meets practice, and theory is tested on the ground.

We actively collaborate with academic institutions and research partners to deepen our understanding of ecosystem restoration and to develop practical, scalable solutions.

We are actively cooperating with Wageningen University & Research, one of the world’s leading institutions in environmental and life sciences.

Through this collaboration, students contribute to ongoing restoration and research projects in Indonesia.

Combining academic knowledge with real-world application.

Due to this active partnership, Wageningen students are given preferred consideration in candidate selection.

We have embraced our collaboration with the Santa Fe Institute as an example of interdisciplinary research in practice.

Together, we explore how satellite data interpretation and complex systems thinking can be applied to ecosystem restoration and innovation on the ground.

This collaboration reflects the type of partnerships we aim to build, where science, data, and real-world application come together.

We are always open to new collaborations that create value for both ecosystems and knowledge development.

INTERNSHIPS & RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

We offer opportunities for:

Internships
Thesis projects (BSc / MSc)
Independent research
Field studies and applied research projects

All projects are embedded in active restoration work in Indonesia.

This is a strong fit if you:

are studying environmental, ecological, or sustainability-related fields
are comfortable working in dynamic, real-world conditions
are self-directed and proactive
want to contribute to meaningful, long-term impact

What makes this different

This is not a simulated research environment.

You will be working within living ecosystems, where variables are real, conditions are dynamic, and outcomes matter.

INTERNSHIPS & RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

CURRENT RESEARCH TOPICS

Soil Microbiome Recovery in Reforestation (Bali)

How does microbial diversity shift from degraded land to regenerating forest? Identify key indicators of soil recovery.

Companion Planting Strategies in Tropical Reforestation

Which species combinations improve growth, resilience, and biodiversity outcomes?

Regeneration Dynamics of Overharvested Medicinal Species

How can restoration strategies ensure long-term availability of high-value plant species?

Water Retention and Hydrological Recovery After Reforestation

How does forest restoration influence soil moisture, infiltration, and drought resilience?

Mycorrhizal Networks in Early-Stage Reforestation

Do fungal symbioses re-establish naturally or need intervention? Assess their role in seedling success.

Bamboo Species Efficiency in Heavy Metal Remediation (Bali)

Which bamboo species most effectively removes soil contaminants under tropical conditions?

Wildlife Recolonization in Reforested Landscapes (Bali)

Which species return first, and what does this reveal about ecosystem recovery?

Coastal Influence on Tropical Forest Regeneration (Bali)

How do salt exposure, wind, and humidity gradients affect forest recovery near coastlines?

Biochar as a Catalyst for Tropical Soil Regeneration

Can biochar enhance microbial activity and nutrient cycling in degraded tropical soils?

Phytoremediation Potential of Native Rainforest Species

Can indigenous plants outperform bamboo in restoring polluted soils?

Bird Diversity as a Bioindicator of Forest Restoration Success

Can bird communities reliably measure ecological recovery stages?

Ecological Impact of Traditional Dry Cultivation on Forest Edges

How does “ladang” farming shape soil health and biodiversity in adjacent forests?

Effects of Coffee Byproducts on Plant Growth (Bali)

Do compounds from decaffeination processes stimulate or inhibit seedling development?

Cultivation vs Wild Growth: Impact on Medicinal Plant Potency (Borneo)

Does controlled cultivation alter the biochemical properties of medicinal plants?

Methane Dynamics in Restored vs Degraded Tropical Forests

Do regenerating forests act as methane sources or sinks compared to degraded land?

Seedling Survival Drivers in Tropical Reforestation Projects

Which environmental and biological factors most influence early survival rates of native species?

Have your own research idea? We are open to proposals that align with our work.

IMPORTANT

All research and internships are conducted as independent study projects within your university program.

Academic guidance and support are available throughout the process, in collaboration with your supervising professor. At the same time, we expect students to work independently and take ownership of their research in a real-world environment.