The development of science and technology produces global changes in various aspects of life. The welfare of a nation does not only come from physical natural resources but also from human resources in the form of intellectual capital, social capital, and credibility. The demand to improve quality education is a must in today’s industry. The improvements are developed based on high-level knowledge and competence. Therein lies the vital role of education in building the nation. Education must be able to prepare students who have a high intellectual level by understanding science and technology and have multidimensional competencies so that they can overcome all kinds of life challenges in the future creatively, independently, intelligently, critically, rationally, and relevantly.
Science and technology play an essential role in the progress of research and development in science and technology. Many unique materials on this scale can revolutionize various fields such as health, environment, industry, energy, etc. This is a big challenge for the world of education to prepare quality human resources who can compete and excel. The expected quality is related to intellectuals and individual characteristics such as optimism for the future, communication skills, and never giving up. Educational institutions must collaborate with other institutions to improve the quality of research and research results that benefit the world of education and the wider community.
Therefore, scientists and technologists need to develop and disseminate the results obtained to the academic community. One way is by holding an international conference. The international conference, which will be held with the theme Advancing Science and Technology for Sustainable Development in Sumatra, focuses on health, science, and environmental topics.