Program: Master of Bioengineering
Home Country: Indonesia
Universities: Airlangga University
Languages: English, Indonesian
Pronouns: She/her
Luthfia Anindya Yuwono is passionate about biomedical engineering, with a strong commitment to applying engineering principles to address healthcare challenges and improve quality of life.
During her undergraduate studies, under the supervision of Professor Aminatun, she conducted research on biomaterials for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, developing 3D bone scaffolds using electrospun nanofibers to support bone healing and tissue regeneration.
She further expanded her research experience through an internship at Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), formerly BATAN, where she investigated the feasibility of freeze-drying to enhance the storage stability of heat-sensitive medicines.
After graduating, she joined Alcon, a med-tech company specializing in eye care, where her role deepened her understanding of how biomedical innovations directly impact patient outcomes. Witnessing the profound effect these technologies had on people’s lives was both fulfilling and inspiring, further affirming her commitment to advancing patient care through innovation.
This experience solidified her decision to pursue a master’s degree in Bioengineering at Rice University, where she aspires to contribute to the development of innovative solutions that improve healthcare outcomes and drive meaningful impact.
What I like about Rice/Houston
As someone passionate about healthcare, being in Houston, home to the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the world’s largest medical complex and a hub for groundbreaking innovation, feels both exciting and deeply inspiring.
The strong partnerships between Rice and TMC institutions offer meaningful opportunities for hands-on collaboration in research and clinical advancement, and I’m excited by the chance to contribute to this dynamic environment while continuing to grow both personally and professionally.
What I value most about Rice, beyond the excellence of the bioengineering program, is the genuine sense of community. Professors know me by name, and the level of personal attention and care I have received has made me feel truly supported.
What I like about Fulbright
Through Fulbright, I’ve found a vibrant community of driven, thoughtful individuals who are genuinely supportive and share a strong sense of purpose. Being surrounded by people who are committed to making a positive impact has been both motivating and uplifting.
Fun fact about me
I’m the kind of person who gets excited about hydrogel properties and hydrating serums. Science and skincare speak to the same part of my brain.