24/06/2025
The delegation was warmly received by Prof. Dr. Vu Dinh Lam – Director of GUST, along with Deputy Directors, heads of departments, research institutes, and functional units.
Overview of the session
During the meeting, leaders from both sides introduced their respective functions, missions, and strengths in education and scientific research. The two institutions engaged in productive discussions and explored opportunities for strategic collaboration, particularly in the fields of semiconductor technology, microelectronics, and advanced materials – all of which are national priorities in science and technology development.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bùi Văn Dũng – President of Hong Duc University and Prof. Dr. Vũ Đình Lãm – Director of the Graduate Academy of Science and Technology sign a memorandum of understanding
A key highlight of the visit was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Hong Duc University and the Graduate University of Science and Technology. The MoU outlines a range of practical and impactful areas of cooperation, including:
Joint development of undergraduate and postgraduate training programs in semiconductor technology;
Organization of professional training courses and workshops for lecturers;
Support for student internships and research at GUST’s advanced laboratories;
Collaborative proposals for provincial, national, and international research projects;
Exchange of experts and faculty members;
Co-hosting of specialized academic conferences.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bùi Văn Dũng – President of Hong Duc University delivers at the session
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Van Dung emphasized that this partnership opens up valuable opportunities for faculty and students of Hong Duc University to access cutting-edge knowledge and technologies. He affirmed that such collaborations will enhance the university’s training quality and contribute to the development of a high-quality workforce for Thanh Hoa province and the country, particularly in the promising field of semiconductor technology.
Prof. Dr. Vũ Đình Lãm – Director of the Graduate Academy of Science and Technology delivers at the session
From the host institution, Prof. Dr. Vu Dinh Lam affirmed GUST's strong commitment to creating favorable conditions for Hong Duc University’s faculty and students to study, conduct research, and access its state-of-the-art facilities. He expressed hope that this would mark the beginning of a long-term and fruitful cooperation between the two institutions.
Delegates take a commemorative photo at the session
This visit and the signing of the cooperation agreement represent a significant milestone in Hong Duc University’s strategic efforts to expand national and international partnerships, and to elevate its position within the Vietnamese higher education system.