Senior Researcher at National Research and Innovation Agency, Republic of Indonesia, Indonesia
Dr. Franto Novico is a senior researcher specializing in environmental geosciences with a focus on geodynamics, neotectonics, sedimentology, and coastal hazards. His work integrates multidisciplinary approaches such as numerical modeling and field-based studies to understand environmental and geological hazards across Indonesia and Southeast Asia. He has extensive experience in marine geology, geotechnics, and coastal dynamics, and serves in key roles within Indonesia’s national research and geological agencies.
Publication Profile
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Educational Background 🎓
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PhD in Geological Engineering, Padjadjaran University
Dissertation funded by: Ministry of Public Works and Housing, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (Indonesia), and the French Embassy.
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MSc in Coastal Engineering, UNESCO-IHE Delft, Netherlands
Thesis funded by: USGS-USA
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B.Eng in Civil Engineering and Geotechnics, Gadjah Mada University
Professional Experience 💼
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Senior Researcher, Research Centre for Geological Disaster, BRIN (2022–Present)
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Head, Marine and Coastal Geological Disaster Working Group, BRIN (2023)
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Head, Planning Sub-Program, Marine Geological Institute (2016–2020)
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Head, Environmental Marine Geology and Hazards Working Group (2013–2016)
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Head, Marine Geotechnical and Infrastructure Working Group (2009–2013)
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Researcher, Marine Geological Institute, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (2002–Present)
Research Interests 🔬
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Environmental Geosciences
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Geohazards (Earthquakes, Tsunamis, Coastal Erosion)
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Sediment Transport and Dynamics
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Geomorphology and Coastal Evolution
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Numerical Modelling in Geotechnical and Geological Processes
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Paleo-climate Reconstruction
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Marine Geotechnics and Infrastructure
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Coastal and Marine Disaster Risk Assessment
Keywords: Geo-Hazards, Geomorphology, Coastal Dynamics, Sedimentology, Climate Change, Numerical Modeling, Paleo-environment
Awards and Honors🏆✨
Note: While explicit named awards are not listed, receiving international and intergovernmental research funding demonstrates recognition and merit in his field.
Conclusion🌟
Dr. Franto Novico is a leading expert in coastal and marine geosciences in Southeast Asia. With a strong foundation in geological engineering and coastal dynamics, he has significantly contributed to the understanding of geo-hazards and environmental risks in Indonesia. His interdisciplinary research, leadership in governmental institutions, and consistent academic output highlight his pivotal role in advancing marine geoscience research and disaster resilience in the region.
Publications 📚
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🏖️ Menier, D., Le Gall, R., Mathew, M. J., … Novico, F., et al. (2024)
Sediment Transfer Along Pénestin Peninsula Coastline: Insights from Photogrammetric Analysis and Integrated Littoral Monitoring.
Journal: Geomorphology
🔗 [Link – if available]
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🌋 Susilohadi, S., Novico, F., Husson, L., … et al. (2024)
Quaternary deposition and erosion in the northeastern Sunda Strait: An interplay between sea level, tectonics, and magmatic activity.
Journal: Journal of Asian Earth Science X, 12
🔗 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaesx.2024.100179
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🌊 Pratama, R.Y., Sulaksana, N., … Novico, F., et al. (2023)
Short-Term Coastal Landscape Evolution in Cirebon Bay Using Coastline Environment Analysis.
Journal: Journal of Environmental Engineering and Landscape Management, 31(3), 186–195
🔗 https://doi.org/10.3846/jeelm.2023.19468
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🧱 Zulfahmi, Z., Sarah, D., Novico, F., Susilo, R.B. (2023)
Assessment of Rock Slope Stability in a Humid Tropical Region: Case Study of a Coal Mine in South Kalimantan, Indonesia.
Journal: Rudarsko-geološko-naftni zbornik, 38(2)
🔗 https://doi.org/10.17794/rgn.2023.2.8
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🏝️ Novico, F., Menier, D., … et al. (2021)
Impact of Late Quaternary climatic fluctuations on coastal systems: Evidence from high-resolution geophysical, sedimentological and geochronological data from Java Island.
Journal: Marine and Petroleum Geology
🔗 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpetgeo.2021.105399
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🌐 Novico, F., Endyana, C., … et al. (2021)
The dynamic coastal evidence of Jakarta Bay during the Late Pleistocene-Recent.
Conference: IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 930, 012002
📎 [Access via IOP Publishing]
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🛠️ Franto Novico., Indra Kurniawan., Andi Egon., Davide Merli. (2021)
Application of Offshore HDPE Pipes Route Design in North Maluku, Indonesia.
Journal: Indonesian Journal of Marine Science, 26(1): 45-56
🔗 https://doi.org/10.14710/ik.ijms.26.1.45-56
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🌍 David Menier., Manoj Mathew., … Franto Novico. (2019)
Holocene Sediment Mobilization in the Bay of Biscay: Implication for Regional Sediment Budget Offshore to Onshore.
Journal: Journal of Coastal Research, Special Issue No. 88: 110-121
🔗 https://doi.org/10.2112/SI88-009.1