Overview

Name: Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST)

Location: Located in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, the specific address is No. 18, Hoa Road, Nguyen Van Thuy Street, Hoang Mai District, Hanoi.

Introduction: The Academy of Science and Technology (VAST) is one of the highest-level scientific research institutions in Vietnam. It is not only a research institution, but also an educational institution for cultivating high-level scientific research talents. VAST is committed to promoting scientific research, technological innovation and development in Vietnam, covering many fields such as natural sciences and engineering technology. The academy enjoys a high reputation at home and abroad and is an important pillar of scientific research in Vietnam.

Main functions

Scientific research: Conduct basic research and applied research in many fields such as physics, chemistry, biology, earth sciences, mathematics, and information science.

Talent training: Provide master's and doctoral degree programs to cultivate high-level scientific research talents.

Technology transfer: Transform research results into practical applications to support industrial and technological development.

International cooperation: Exchange and cooperate with scientific research institutions in other countries to jointly promote scientific research.

Organizational Structure

VAST has several institutes and research centers, each focusing on different research areas, such as:

Institute of Physics: Researches various branches of physics.

Institute of Chemistry: Researches organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, etc.

Institute of Biotechnology: Researches biotechnology and its applications.

Institute of Mathematics: Researches pure and applied mathematics.

Institute of Earth Sciences: Researches geology, geography, etc.

Institute of Information Technology: Researches computer science, information technology and its applications.

Institute of Oceanography: Researches marine science and related technologies.

Institute of Ecology and Bioresources: Researches ecology, biodiversity conservation, etc.

Educational Programs

Master and Doctoral Degrees: VAST offers master and doctoral degree programs in many fields, aiming to train scientific researchers with profound theoretical knowledge and practical ability.

Postdoctoral Research: Provides opportunities for researchers who have obtained doctoral degrees to further their studies.

Research Achievements

VAST has achieved remarkable scientific research results in many fields, published many high-level academic papers, and has a number of patents. These achievements have not only enhanced Vietnam's influence in the international scientific community, but also made important contributions to the country's economic and social development.

Cooperation and Exchange

VAST has established extensive cooperative relations with scientific research institutions in many countries and regions around the world, and has strengthened international scientific research cooperation through joint research projects, academic conferences, and personnel exchanges.