Science and technology
Facilitate commercialising local research for innovation growth: experts
To realise the goal of removing barriers to Việt Nam’s science-technology innovation and digital transformation, significant efforts are needed to support the commercialisation of local research outcomes.According to Decree 76/2018/NĐ-CP, a guideline to implement the Law on Technology Transfer, the compensation for research authors is ...
Teachers law proposes more working time for highly qualified educators
As part of the Teachers Law, the Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) has proposed extending the working age for high-level educators by five years or more.Educators holding the titles of professors, associate professors and PhD can extend their working time at their institutions beyond ...
Personal Data Protection Law: Are VN businesses prepared for stricter rules?
As Vietnam prepares to enforce the Personal Data Protection Law, businesses must address vulnerabilities in processes, technology, and employee training to avoid hefty penalties.The Personal Data Protection Law, expected to take effect on January 1, 2026, marks a significant step in enhancing data rights enforcement ...
Tuan Huy
Vietnam announces national sci-tech programme toward NetZero goals
The Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) launched the NetZero Science and Technology Programme during a scientific seminar held in Hanoi on December 12. This initiative is designed to create breakthrough technological solutions aimed at achieving the country’s ambitious goal of net-zero carbon emissions by ...
HCMC schools go digital with AI
In recent years, the integration of big data systems and artificial intelligence has reshaped educational management and instruction in Ho Chi Minh City, leading to notable improvements in educational quality. Nevertheless, the full realization of this potential is hindered by various obstacles, demanding focused interventions ...
Translated by Anh Quan
Application of agricultural biotechnology in Vietnam faces future challenges
Although biotechnology has achieved many successes, the development of this technology in Vietnam still faces many challenges, said Associate Professor Nguyen Huu Ninh, Deputy Director of the Department of Science, Technology and Environment. He made the statement at today’s forum titled ‘Achievements and Directions for ...
Translated By Anh Quan
Dossiers for building of decree on personal data protection approved
The Vietnamese government has issued Resolution 13/NQ-CP, approving the dossiers for the building of a decree on personal data protection.According to the resolution, personal data are processed without the consent of the data subject in several cases, such as protecting the life and health of ...
Vietnam takes a big step forward in international publications in social sciences
About 10 years ago, a mathematician said that Vietnam did not yet have social science study works. The comment seemed to be a bit harsh, but it did make sense, especially when it comes to international publications.Ten years later, the number of articles in the ...
Pham Hiep
Data defined as new resource for economic and social development
Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Huy Dung said that the Covid-19 pandemic showed valuable lessons about the importance of open data and data sharing in planning the epidemic prevention strategy of each country. Vietnam recognized early on the importance of data and open ...
Trong Dat
Vietnam works on method to discover Covid-19 infections through coughs
A project is being implemented with the participation of Vietnamese scientists who are trying to use AI to discover Covid-19 infections through coughs. The project, named AICOVIDVN, aims to develop a tool that helps agencies discover Covid-19 infected people quickly and easily. When people’s coughs are recorded ...
Trong Dat
