Anto Rimbawanto

Research Scienst with over 30
years of experience specializing in
tree breeding, conservaon of
genec resources, and the
applicaon of DNA techniques for
breeding, conservaon,
biosecurity, and mber legality.
My career is dedicated to
advancing sustainable forestry
pracces and enhancing
community empowerment
through innovave research and
genec improvement strategies.
I possess a deep passion for
developing and implemenng
effecve breeding programs that
not only improve tree species but
also contribute to the
conservaon of biodiversity. My
experse extends to ulizing
advanced molecular techniques to
ensure the integrity of genec
resources, monitor biosecurity
threats, and promote compliance
with mber legality standards.
Key areas of focus include:
Tree Breeding: Designing and
execung breeding programs to
enhance desirable traits in
economically important tree
species, ensuring resilience against
pests and diseases.
Conservaon of Genec
Resources: Implemenng
strategies for the conservaon and
sustainable management of
genec diversity in forest
ecosystems, safeguarding
endangered species for future
generaons.
DNA Techniques: Leveraging
cung-edge molecular biology
methods to facilitate genec
analysis, improve breeding
efficiency, and support biosecurity
measures against invasive species
and diseases.
Timber Legality: Contribung to
iniaves that promote legal
mber sourcing through rigorous
genec verificaon processes
uisng DNA techniques, thereby
supporng sustainable supply
chains.
Cajuput Oil Genec Improvement:
Leading research efforts aimed at
enhancing the quality and yield of
cajuput oil, fostering community
empowerment through
sustainable pracces that support
local economies.
Internaonal collaboraon: For
more than 20 years experience of
working on research collaboraon
with University of Tasmania on
managing diseases in pulpwood
plantaon in Indonesia supported
by ACIAR Australia; with
University of Adelaide on
developing DNA barcoding for
dipterocarps species supported by
ITTO; with University of Gadjah
Mada Indonesia on genec
conservaon and ulizaon of
dipterocarps species;
As a dedicated researcher, I have
successfully collaborated with
interdisciplinary teams, published
numerous peer-reviewed arcles,
and contributed to capacity-
building iniaves in local
communies. I am commied to
translang scienfic knowledge
into praccal soluons that
benefit both the environment and Analytical Research Specialist with experience in experimental research and data analysis. Detail-oriented and methodical professional successful in developing in-depth research projects. Reliable team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• Screening clonally replicated Acacia mangium breeding populations for tolerance to Ceratocystis canker and wilt disease, JT Brawner, S Sunarti, A Nirsatmanto, H Indrayadi, M Tarigan, M Yuliarto, S Rahayu, EB Hardiyanto, M Glen, C Mohammed and A Rimbawanto, 2022
• Conservation and utilization of Melaleuca cajuputi subsp cajuputi, an indigenous species in Moluccas Island, Indonesia, A Rimbawanto, N K Kartikawati and F Latumahina, 2021
• Pollen dispersal and genetic structure in a cajuput (Melaleuca cajuputi subsp. cajuputi) seed orchard in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, NK Kartikawati, A Rimbawanto, M Na’iem, S Indrioko & JC Doran, 2021
• Detection of necrotic foliage in a young Eucalyptus pellita plantation using unmanned aerial vehicle RGB photography – a demonstration of concept, M Dell, C Stone, J Osborn, M Glen, C McCoull, A Rimbawanto, B Tjahyono & C Mohammed, 2018
• Genetic improvement for essential oil yield and quality in Melaleuca cajuputi, H N T Hai, A Rimbawanto, Prastyono, N K Kartikawati, & H Wu, 2019
• Sexuality and mating types of Ganoderma philippii, Ganoderma mastoporum and Ganoderma australe, three basidiomycete fungi with contrasting ecological roles in south-east Asian pulpwood plantations, D Page, M Glen, D Puspitasari, A Rimbawanto, D Ratkowsky, and C Mohammed, 2018
• Ganoderma basidiospore germination responses as affected by spore density, temperature, and nutrient media, D Page, M Glen, D Ratkowsky, C Beadle, A Rimbawanto & C Mohammed, 2017
• Opportunities for Improved Transparency in the Timber Trade through Scientific Verification, A Lowe, E Dormontt, M Bowie, B Degen, S Gardner, D Thomas, C Clarke, A Rimbawanto, A Wiedenhoeft, Y Yin & N Sasaki, 2016
• Forensic timber identification: It's time to integrate disciplines to combat illegal logging