Jurnal Pendidikan Biologi Indonesia
Vol. 12 No. 1 (2026): MARCH

From waste to innovation: Bioentrepreneurship skills through project-based learning in biology education

Nuzula Khoiro Ummah (Biology Education Master’s Program, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia)
Nur Ducha (Department of Animal Bioscience, Faculty of Food Security, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia)
Dyah Hariani (Biology Education Master’s Program, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia)
Endang Susantini (EduSTEM Center, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia)
Fida Rachmadiarti (Department of Biology Education, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia)
Muhammad Fajar Faliasthiunus Pradipta (Graduate Institute of Electro Optical Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taiwan)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Mar 2026

Abstract

Background: Project-Based Learning (PjBL) offers a relevant approach for linking biology education with sustainability and entrepreneurship. However, existing studies have generally examined PjBL, entrepreneurship education, and biological waste utilization separately, leaving limited understanding of how their integration can foster bioentrepreneurship. Objectives: This review aimed to analyze the role of PjBL in developing bioentrepreneurship skills, particularly through biological waste utilization. Methods: A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) was conducted on ten Scopus-indexed articles, complemented by bibliometric analysis using VOSviewer. Results: Topics such as "project" and "bioentrepreneurship" are more frequently discussed, while other themes like "implementation" and "PBL" require further exploration. The components of reflection and authentic assessment were found to be dominant factors in the development of entrepreneurial competencies. The implementation of PjBL in biological waste management creates a learning ecosystem that integrates circular economy principles with constructivist pedagogy, as well as providing real-world experience in creating products of economic value. Implementation challenges include the need for laboratory infrastructure, prototyping facilities, institutional support, and external stakeholder involvement. Conclusion: PjBL is a promising pedagogical approach for developing bioentrepreneurship competencies through sustainable, innovation-oriented learning.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jpbi

Publisher

Subject

Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry

Description

JPBI (Jurnal Pendidikan Biologi Indonesia), ISSN 2442-3750 (print); ISSN 2527-6204 (online), publishes a scientific papers on the results of the study/research and review of the literature in the sphere of biology education in primary education, secondary education, and higher education. ...