Research Group Profile

Research Group Profile: Diagnosis and Therapy of Fungal Infection

Published

December 12, 2025

Group Information

  • Group Name: Diagnosis and Therapy of Fungal Infection
  • Research Focus: Advanced diagnostic methods and therapeutic approaches for fungal infections, with a focus on invasive mycoses, antifungal resistance, and opportunistic fungal pathogens.

Team Members

Coordinator

  • Name: Dr. Dra. Conny Riana Tjampakasari, M.S
  • Title/Credentials: Doctor, Master of Science
  • Email: conny.riana@ui.ac.id
  • Phone: +62 21 316 0491

Members

  1. Dra. Ika Ningsih, M.Biomed
    • Title/Credentials: Master in Biomedical Sciences
    • Specialization: Biomedical Microbiology and Natural Product Antifungals
    • Email: ika.ningsih@ui.ac.id
  2. Prof. Dr. dr. Yeva Rosana, MS, SpMK (K)
    • Title/Credentials: Professor, Doctor, Master of Science, Clinical Microbiology Specialist (Consultant)
    • Specialization: Clinical Mycology, Invasive Fungal Diseases (Candidiasis), and Sexually Transmitted Infections
    • Email: yeva.rosana@ui.ac.id
  3. Prof. Dr. dr. Mardiastuti H Wahid, MSc, SpMK (K)
    • Title/Credentials: Professor, Doctor, Master of Science, Clinical Microbiology Specialist (Consultant)
    • Specialization: Clinical Bacteriology and Mycobacteriology (Tuberculosis/Fungal Co-infections)
    • Email: mardiastutiw@yahoo.com

Research Areas

  • Fungal diagnostics (Molecular and Serological)
  • Antifungal therapy and resistance mechanisms
  • Mycology research (Invasive Candidiasis, Pneumocystis, Dermatophytes)
  • Development of natural antifungal agents

Current Projects

  1. National Guidelines for Invasive Candidiasis
    • Duration: 2023 - 2024
    • Funding: Indonesian Pulmonary Mycoses Centre (IPMC) / Professional Societies
    • Brief description: Development of the first national consensus and clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis and management of invasive candidiasis in Indonesia.
  2. Antifungal Potential of Moringa oleifera against Candida albicans
    • Duration: 2023 - 2025
    • Funding: Universitas Indonesia / Domestic Research Grant
    • Brief description: Investigation of the efficacy of Moringa oleifera leaf extracts as a natural antiseptic and antifungal agent against pathogenic Candida species.
  3. Molecular Detection of Opportunistic Fungi in Immunocompromised Patients
    • Duration: 2022 - Present
    • Funding: Departmental/Faculty Grant
    • Brief description: Surveillance and molecular characterization of opportunistic fungi, including Pneumocystis jirovecii, in HIV/AIDS and other immunocompromised patient populations.

Recent Publications

  • Tjampakasari, C.R., Kiranasari, A., & Baswara, R.M.K. (2025). Potential of Moringa oleifera (M. oleifera) Leaf Extract as an Antiseptic against Candida albicans using Percentage Kill Test. Majalah Obat Tradisional, 30(2), 211-217. Google Scholar

  • Rozaliyani, A., … Rosana, Y., et al. (2024). Expert Panel Recommendations on the Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Invasive Candidiasis in Indonesia. Acta Medica Indonesiana, 56(2). PubMed

  • Tjampakasari, C.R., et al. (2024). Infeksi Bakteri Langka Chromobacterium violaceum Pada Chronic Granulomatous Disease (CGD). Kesehatan Kreatif: Jurnal Riset Kesehatan Inovatif, 6(1), 1-14. Google Scholar

  • Gultom, D.A., Rosana, Y., et al. (2024). Development of multiplex-PCR assay for rapid detection and identification of azithromycin resistance mutations. Medical Journal of Indonesia. MJI

Collaborations

  • Domestic: Indonesian Pulmonary Mycoses Centre (IPMC), RSUPN Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo, Indonesian Society of Clinical Microbiology (PAMKI)
  • International: Asia Fungal Working Group (AFWG), GAFFI (Global Action For Fungal Infections)

Resources & Facilities

  • Mycology Laboratory: Specialized facilities for fungal culture, identification, and antifungal susceptibility testing.
  • Molecular Diagnostic Unit: Equipment for PCR and molecular detection of fungal pathogens.

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