Jakarta, Aug. 13 -- The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is supporting the integration of sports science into national sports development, including the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology to optimize athletes' strategies and performance.

BRIN Deputy for Science and Technology Human Resources Edy Giri Rachman Putra noted that advances in science and technology can strengthen critical aspects that athletes rely on to achieve world-class performance.

"It's not just talent that needs nurturing, but also the support system. That includes sports nutrition, including supplements and diet," Edy said during the Road to Talent Fest 2026 event in Jakarta on Thursday.

Beyond nutrition, he added, technological applications...