Arfat Pradana

Arfat Pradana is an accomplished professional with significant experience in design, research, and technology. Currently serving as the Founder and CTO of Swasti Agung Group since May 2022, Arfat specializes in creative design for environmental services. As a Postdoctoral Scientist at Bandung Institute of Technology since July 2019, Arfat focuses on photonic crystal design and fabrication for biosensor applications. Previously, Arfat held leadership roles in various companies, including as CTO in the nanotechnology and photovoltaic system sector and as an R&D consultant at PT San Central Indah, overseeing projects related to AC electroluminescent and smart glass technologies. Arfat's early career includes contributions as a member of the scientific staff at Universität Kiel and as a camp manager for an NGO, demonstrating a diverse skill set in both research and management. Arfat holds a Dr.-Ing in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and an MSc in Materials Sciences from Kiel University, along with a BSc in Chemistry from Institut Teknologi Bandung.