A number of researchers new to BRIN saw an opportunity to conduct competitive research despite some critical notes. Meanwhile, many senior researchers feel that the research ecosystem is deteriorating.

The MPI's findings were also submitted to Vice President Ma'ruf Amin on 17 March 2022 and to Commission VII of the House of Representatives (DPR) during a meeting on 28 March 2022.

Many, especially scholars, have mobilized support to oppose Eijkman’s integration into the BRIN.

As a consequence, some researchers opt to work abroad, while those who remaining in Indonesia stumble over difficulties producing world-class research.

Research and innovation products relevant to Covid-19 management and mitigation should be sustained. This requires synergy between researchers, government and industries.

The government plans to build a research and innovation complex in theOne of the fundamental steps taken was to establish the National Research and Innovation Agency new capital city to be developed in East Kalimantan.

Amid reports of microplastics contaminating the environment and a number of animal species, the scientific data pointing to the impact of microplastics on food safety and wellbeing remain limited. More research is needed on the impacts of microplastic contamination.

Apart from the limited budget due to a lack of government support, public officials rarely consider the results of research in the decision-making process. Furthermore, the country has only allocated 0.9 percent of the state budget to research, or around Rp 24 trillion (US$1.58 billion).