Editage, the flagship brand of Cactus Communications (CACTUS), partners with Universitas Hasanuddin (UNHAS) to provide advanced AI-powered research tools to its academic community. As Indonesia accelerates its focus on research excellence and global visibility, this collaboration comes at a crucial time. The partnership is designed to equip UNHAS researchers with cutting-edge technology that enhances the quality, speed and impact of their work.
Through the partnership, researchers at UNHAS will gain access to Editage Plus, a comprehensive suite of AI-led tools that support every stage of the research process. The toolkit integrates solutions for academic writing, literature discovery, scientific illustration, and journal selection, enabling researchers to work more efficiently and publish with greater confidence. The suite includes:
- Paperpal: an all-in-one academic writing assistant trusted by over 2Mn researchers worldwide.
- R Discovery: a top-rated literature search and research reading platform with over 3Mn users.
- Mind the Graph: a scientific illustration tool relied on by 100+ leading institutions.
- Global Journal Database: a robust journal finder with 43K+ verified journals.
Ruchi Chauhan, Vice President & Head of Marketing (ROW) at Cactus Communications, said, “AI is rapidly transforming the way research is conducted, and institutions in Indonesia are showing a strong inclination to integrate it into their academic workflows. At Editage, we are committed to empowering researchers with solutions that simplify their research journey and strengthen global visibility. Partnering with Universitas Hasanuddin is a strategic step toward promoting research that meets global standards and shapes the future of knowledge creation for Indonesian researchers.”
Prof. Ir. Andi Dirpan, S.TP., M.Si., PhD (Secretary of Publication management center), Universitas Hasanuddin, added, “This collaboration marks an important step for Universitas Hasanuddin as we adopt Editage’s advanced AI-powered solutions into our research ecosystem. By giving our faculty access to complete solution for research writing, we aim to accelerate publication success, strengthen global impact, and nurture a culture of innovation. We are pleased with the satisfactory customer support received from the Editage team, which has helped us align with international best practices while driving Indonesia’s research ambitions forward.”
By adopting Editage Plus, Universitas Hasanuddin reaffirms its commitment to empowering researchers and advancing global research excellence. The partnership also sets a precedent for other universities across Indonesia to explore innovative technology solutions that boost research quality and impact.
