Medan, October 1, 2026 – The Faculty of Vocational Education, Universitas Sumatera Utara, participated in the SINTA Synchronization Socialization Roadshow organized by the Directorate of Scientific Writing, Publication, and Publishing, Universitas Sumatera Utara, on Thursday, October 1, 2026. The activity was conducted online via Zoom Meeting and attended by several faculties within Universitas Sumatera Utara, including the Faculty of Vocational Education.

This activity was part of an effort to improve the understanding of the academic community, particularly lecturers and research data managers, regarding the importance of updating and synchronizing data in the Science and Technology Index (SINTA). SINTA data is an important part of recording and mapping research performance, scientific publications, and lecturers' academic outputs.

During the activity, staff from the Directorate of Scientific Writing, Publication, and Publishing USU provided explanations and technical guidance on the stages involved in the SINTA synchronization process. Participants were provided with an understanding of the importance of ensuring that data in their SINTA profiles had been updated and corresponded with their respective academic data and research records.

Several topics discussed during the socialization included updating SINTA profiles, synchronizing scientific publications, checking and updating research data, as well as completing Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) data and various other research outputs. Participants also received guidance on the steps that could be taken if there were data that had not been synchronized or needed to be updated.

Through this roadshow, the Faculty of Vocational Education USU gained a better understanding of the procedures for updating and synchronizing SINTA data. The information provided is expected to be followed up by lecturers by regularly checking and updating their data so that information on publications, research, IPR, and other academic outputs can be recorded completely and accurately.

This activity was also part of Universitas Sumatera Utara's commitment to improving the quality of research and scientific publication data management while encouraging the academic community to continuously improve its academic productivity and academic track record.