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IPB University holds first HIDIT conference on heritage and digital transformation
IPB University hosted the first International Conference on Heritage Information and Digital Transformation (HIDIT) on 23 October, bringing together academics, practitioners and stakeholders.
Why it matters: Academics and practitioners working on technology for managing cultural heritage and knowledge took part in IPB University's first HIDIT conference.
According to IPB University, HIDIT 2026 took place on 23 October in the auditorium of its Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), with academics, practitioners and stakeholders discussing technology for managing cultural heritage and knowledge.
The university said the conference was initiated by its Institute of Information Management and Digital Transformation (LMITD).
Conference chair Dr Adisti Permatasari Putri Hartoyo said it was the first time the event had been held, with topics spanning heritage, cultural wisdom, digital transformation, biodiversity and nature.
Rector Dr Alim Setiawan Slamet said in his opening remarks that international forums of this kind help strengthen networks and share experiences, stressing the value of international collaboration.
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Sarah Williamson, Teaching, Digital and AI Editor
Academics, practitioners and stakeholders working on heritage information and digital transformation took part in the first HIDIT conference, which IPB University's LMITD initiated and which was held on 23 October.
