The Faculty of Nursing at Hasanuddin University (FKep Unhas) officially hosted the 6th International Nursing & Health Science Student & Health Care Professional Conference (6th INHSP 2026) in a hybrid format from November 11–12, 2026, in Makassar. Now in its sixth year, this international scientific forum brought together academics, researchers, and healthcare practitioners from various countries, including Japan, South Korea, Australia, Malaysia, nations across the Arab region, and Indonesia.
The event was officially opened by Prof. Dahlang Tahir, S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D., Deputy Chair for Research at the Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM) of Unhas (2026–2030 term). In his remarks, he emphasized the importance of cross-border synergy for the advancement of health sciences. “We hope this forum serves as a catalyst for productive discussions, opens doors for strategic academic cooperation, and expands international research partnerships among institutions to address global health challenges,” asserted Prof. Dahlang.
Similar sentiments were expressed by the Rector of Unhas via a video message, which highlighted the 6th INHSP 2026 as a strategic scientific platform for deepening global health innovation, disaster preparedness, and the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets. Echoing this, the Dean of the Faculty of Nursing at Unhas, Prof. Dr. Elly Lilianty Sjattar, S.Kp., M.Kes., expressed her hope that this event would serve as a significant milestone in fostering sustainable research. “It is my hope that this conference not only introduces new, groundbreaking knowledge but also cultivates meaningful academic relationships and sparks research collaborations that deliver a tangible impact on humanitarian service,” said Prof. Elly. The two-day event featured key scientific sessions, workshops, and interactive panel discussions. (*/sm)
