As an international public university established under the Intergovernmental Agreement between Viet Nam and France and operating under VAST, the University of Science and Technology of Hanoi (USTH) was honoured to co-organise and host the VAST–CNRS 2025 Scientific School. The event offered USTH a valuable opportunity to strengthen ties with CNRS experts, expand partnerships in advanced training and research, and underscore its role within the Viet Nam–France scientific and technological cooperation network.

The Opening Ceremony on 24 November 2025 was attended by Prof. Tran Hong Thai, Standing Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Standing Vice President of VAST; Mr. Hoang Minh Cuong, Member of the Hai Phong City Party Executive Committee (2020–2025) and Vice Chairman of the Hai Phong People’s Committee (2021–2026); Prof. Benoit Piro, CNRS Regional Director; along with scientists, doctoral candidates, and young researchers from Viet Nam and France.

In his opening remarks, Prof. Tran Hong Thai welcomed all lecturers and participants and highlighted the special role that the scientific school model has played over more than 40 years of VAST–CNRS cooperation. From the early school at Do Son, Hai Phong, jointly organised by CNRS and VAST to today, generations of young scientists have gained access to advanced knowledge, formed strong research groups, and become key contributors to VAST. He noted that reviving the VAST–CNRS Scientific School in 2023 and maintaining it as an annual event reflects VAST’s strategic commitment to developing high-level scientific human resources and strengthening international collaboration.

This year’s school, themed “Advanced Materials for Electronic and Plasmonic Devices,” addressed timely topics linked to important applications in nanoelectronics, sensing, optical transmission, and quantum devices.

Prof. Tran Hong Thai emphasised that advanced materials are among the eleven strategic technologies that Viet Nam has prioritised for development. He noted that Viet Nam, in general, and VAST in particular, have strong research capacities in physics, chemistry, and biology. Combined with long-standing, effective collaboration with French research and training institutions, these capacities offer significant potential to advance research on advanced materials and plasmonic applications for industrial and high-tech production.

Building on the success of the 2023 and 2024 editions, he expressed confidence that the VAST–CNRS 2025 Scientific School will remain a reputable forum where young scientists can engage with experienced experts, develop new collaborative ideas, form international research groups, and launch joint projects. These collaborations will also contribute to the establishment of associated laboratories, a priority initiative VAST aims to promote from 2026 onward.

Speaking at the event, Mr Hoang Minh Cuong affirmed that Hai Phong considers science, technology, and innovation as central drivers of rapid and sustainable development. Hosting the VAST–CNRS 2025 Scientific School is therefore of great significance, enabling the city to access frontier research, core technological concepts, development models, and high-tech experience in mechanical–electronic engineering—a priority area for Hai Phong.

Prof. Benoit Piro expressed his appreciation for VAST’s efforts in reviving the joint scientific school series since 2023. He emphasised the longstanding, productive cooperation between VAST and CNRS in training and research over more than four decades, and wished the 2025 Scientific School great success, reaffirming its value as an important academic forum for young scientists.

During the three-day program, young researchers presented their latest findings and attended lectures delivered by experienced scientists from Vietnam and France. The program covered key topics in advanced materials and plasmonics, including nanomaterial structure–property analysis, surface plasmon technologies, material fabrication techniques, and emerging applications in nanoelectronics, optical sensing, and quantum devices.

The Organising Committee also selected three outstanding participants for the Best Presentation Award: Bach Thanh Son (Institute of Physics), Dau Thi Ngoc Nga (USTH), and Nguyen Khanh Huyen (Institute of Electronics, Microelectronics, and Nanotechnology, France).

The VAST–CNRS 2025 Scientific School concluded successfully, reaffirming the enduring and productive partnership between the Vietnamese and French scientific communities and contributing meaningfully to the advancement of high-technology development and national scientific capability.

 Some highlights of the school: 

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1. Presenter: Nguyễn Nhật Minh (Kavli Institute for Physics and Mathematics of the Universe)
2. Time: 16:00, Tuesday, November 25th 2025 (Vietnam time)
3. Venue: Room 711, USTH Building (A21), 18B Hoang Quoc Viet, Cau Giay, Hanoi, Vietnam
4. SpaceTalk Team: usthspacetalk@gmail.com

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1. Presenter: Prof. Olivia Venot (Université Paris Cité and Univ Paris Est Créteil, CNRS, LISA)
2. Time: 17:00, Monday, November 24th 2025 (Vietnam time)
3. Venue: Room 711, USTH Building (A21), 18B Hoang Quoc Viet, Cau Giay, Hanoi, Vietnam
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1. Academic Timeline

The academic year 2025–2026 will consist of two main semesters as stated below:

• Semester I: From September 2025 to January 2026
• Semester II: From February 2026 to June 2026

Specific training plans are issued according to each training level and study program, including:

• Bachelor’s level: Years B0, B1, B2, B3 (including the Pharmacy program and Double Degree programs)
• Master’s level: Year 1 (M1) and Year 2 (M2)
• Doctoral level: Study, research, and progress report plans for PhD candidates in Years 1–4

2. Training plan details

The detailed training plan includes:

• Class and teaching schedules for each course unit;
• Examination, assessment, and grading timelines;
• Internship periods, thesis/dissertation defense schedules;
• Course registration deadlines, holidays, and semester breaks.

The Academic schedule for the academic year 2025–2026 is presented in the table below:

3. Contact Information

For any inquiries, please contact:
Department of Academic Affairs
Email: daa@usth.edu.vn
Phone: (+84-24) 3791 8718
Address: Room 605, 6th Floor, A21 Building, University of Science and Technology of Hanoi (USTH)

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The visit took place within the framework of the EU–Vietnam Matchmaking Event 2025, held in Hanoi from November 4 to 6, 2025, organized by the European Commission in collaboration with the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (CCIFV).

The EU–Vietnam Matchmaking Event aims to strengthen collaboration between European clusters and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with their Vietnamese counterparts, particularly in sectors with high potential for growth and innovation — including areas aligned with USTH’s strengths such as Digital Industry, Robotics and Automation, Electronics and Semiconductor Technology, Clean Technology, and Renewable Energy.

The working session at USTH was held under the theme “Bridges of Innovation: USTH – CCIFV Collaboration Day, Turning Knowledge into Innovation and Market Value”, providing a platform for European enterprises to explore USTH’s academic programs and innovation ecosystem, identify potential areas for cooperation in research, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation, and exchange best practices in innovation, research, and university–industry collaboration.

During the session, Assoc. Prof. Tran Dinh Phong, Vice Rector of USTH, presented an overview of the strengths in education, research, and international collaboration. He emphasized that USTH was established under the Intergovernmental Agreement between Vietnam and France and is among the three exemplary universities identified by the Vietnamese Government to develop as research-oriented higher education institutions with a high level of internationalization, focusing on science, engineering, and technology fields with strong potential to contribute to socio-economic development.

Benefiting from its affiliation with the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST) and the strong support of the French Government, USTH has developed a robust international network with French and global partners, providing a solid foundation for delivering high-quality education and research programs.

“With the mission of training high-quality human resources in science and technology, USTH actively seeks and expands partnerships with both domestic and international enterprises to strengthen the connection between education and industry. This collaboration enables students to access practical training and internship opportunities, develop professional skills, and meet the demands of the labor market,” shared Assoc. Prof. Tran Dinh Phong. 

During the meeting, representatives of European enterprises and organizations briefly introduced their areas of activity and expressed interest in establishing partnerships with USTH in mutually beneficial fields.

As part of the visit, the delegation also toured USTH’s facilities and state-of-the-art laboratories, gaining direct insights into the University’s learning, research, and application environment.

USTH’s selection as one of the destinations for the European delegation within the EU–Vietnam Matchmaking Event 2025 highlights the University’s growing role in the international higher education, science, and technology cooperation ecosystem between Vietnam, France, and Europe.

The meeting generated positive prospects for future collaboration between USTH and participating enterprises, particularly in fostering stronger linkages between education, research, and industrial practice in alignment with international standards, while promoting knowledge exchange in research, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation.

Some photos of the event: 

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The agreement aims to enhance collaboration in the field of Applied Mathematics, with a focus on strengthening teaching and research capacities and fostering academic exchange among Vietnamese and international scholars.

The ceremony was attended by Prof. Christophe Ritzenthaler, Director of CIMPA; Prof. Doan Thai Son, Director of the Institute of Mathematics; Prof. Phung Ho Hai, Executive Board Member of ICRTM and Chair of its Scientific Council; and Prof. Dinh Thi Mai Thanh, Rector of USTH.

In her remarks, Prof. Dinh Thi Mai Thanh expressed her sincere appreciation to the Institute of Mathematics, CIMPA, and ICRTM for their tireless support in developing the Applied Mathematics programs at USTH. She noted that USTH currently offers Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in Applied Mathematics, established in close cooperation with the Institute of Mathematics. USTH places particular emphasis on this discipline by providing priority scholarships for students and by continuously improving training quality in line with international standards. Prof. Dinh Thi Mai Thanh expressed her hope that the collaboration with CIMPA and ICRTM would further strengthen USTH’s training and research capacity and expand opportunities for academic exchange with the global mathematics community.

Prof. Doan Thai Son highlighted that the Applied Mathematics programs at USTH were built through the active involvement of researchers from the Institute of Mathematics. He expressed confidence that this partnership would increase the attractiveness of the programs and open up broader prospects for cooperation in training and research among 4 institutions.

Prof. Phung Ho Hai welcomed this new milestone in the collaboration between CIMPA, USTH, the Institute of Mathematics, and ICRTM. He affirmed ICRTM’s commitment to supporting USTH and the Institute of Mathematics in developing the Applied Mathematics program and nurturing young mathematical talents in Vietnam.

Prof. Christophe Ritzenthaler, Director of CIMPA, emphasized that Vietnam is among CIMPA’s key partners in Southeast Asia. He expressed his hope that this agreement would create new opportunities for joint initiatives, promote academic activities, and support young researchers in Vietnam.

According to the signed agreement, the parties agreed to implement two major areas of collaboration: organizing a Thematic Semester in Mathematics at ICRTM and developing the Applied Mathematics training programs at USTH in cooperation with the Institute of Mathematics.

Specifically, CIMPA and ICRTM will co-fund up to two young researchers (under 36 years old) to participate in the Thematic Semester at ICRTM. For the Applied Mathematics program at USTH, CIMPA will provide annual support of 2,000 euros, and ICRTM will contribute 50 million VND per year to cover travel, accommodation, and living expenses for international lecturers teaching at USTH.

Beyond these commitments, the agreement lays the foundation for future collaborations in education and research, with the long-term goal of increasing international exposure, promoting academic exchanges, and developing a double–degree Master’s program with partner universities in France.

The successful signing ceremony marks an important step toward sustainable cooperation among 4 institutions in advancing the Applied Mathematics program, promoting international academic exchange, and contributing to the growth of the Vietnamese mathematical community in an era of global integration.

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Earlier that morning, the HCERES delegation paid a visit to the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST) – USTH’s governing body.. The delegation was received and the meeting was chaired by Prof. Trần Hồng Thái, Standing Vice President of VAST and Chairman of the USTH University Council.

Speaking at the meeting, Prof. Trần Hồng Thái highly appreciated the significance of the external evaluation conducted by HCERES, considering it an opportunity for USTH to further enhance the quality of its education and research, thereby affirming the university’s academic reputation.

Prof. Trần Hồng Thái highlighted that VAST is actively implementing plans to upgrade laboratories and research equipment, while also expanding USTH’s access to leading research institutions and top experts. These efforts aim to foster an environment conducive to high-quality teaching and scientific collaboration. He reaffirmed VAST’s continued commitment to supporting USTH in developing its scientific resources and infrastructure, striving to meet international standards in both education and research.

In addition, Prof. Trần Hồng Thái emphasized VAST’s orientation in implementing Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW of the Politburo, issued on December 22, 2024, on breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation. He viewed this as an important foundation for USTH to further promote its strengths in education closely linked with research and practical applications.

He also expressed his hope for continued cooperation and support from French and international partners, especially in developing key fields such as nuclear energy, materials science, and advanced technologies. These efforts will help realize USTH’s vision of becoming a model university for international cooperation in education and research in Vietnam.

HCERES expert delegation conducts evaluation activities at USTH

Immediately after their working session with representatives of VAST, the HCERES expert delegation visited USTH.

At USTH, the delegation held discussions and working sessions with USTH’s Rector Board, leaders of the Department of Technology and Engineering, and other relevant units. The purpose was to carry out an external evaluation of four undergraduate training programs: Mechatronic Engineering Technology, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy, and Aeronautical Engineering.

USTH welcomes the HCERES experts

On behalf of the university, Prof. Jean-Marc Lavest, Principal Rector of USTH, gave an overview and highlighted key milestones in the university’s development journey.

According to Prof. Lavest, USTH is currently experiencing strong growth in both scale and quality. To meet this expansion, the university has recruited additional lecturers, expanded its facilities for training and research, and launched the supporting English programs (B0) to improve students’ English proficiency before they officially enter the international-standard curriculum.

The USTH’s Rector Board also emphasized the university’s ongoing efforts to attract students nationwide.

Towards International Standards and Sustainable Development

In the coming years, USTH aims to reach 5,000 students by 2028 and expand to 10,000 students after 2030, while continuously enhancing the quality of education and research, strengthening international integration, and attracting students and scholars from France and around the world. The university aspires to become a bridge for scientific, technological, and educational cooperation between Vietnam, France, and Europe.

Regarding international cooperation, Prof. Jean-Marc Lavest shared: “In the academic year 2024–2025, USTH welcomes 150 French students to study at the university, while sending an equivalent number of Vietnamese students to France and other European countries through exchange, internship, and double degree programs. Our goal is to become a hub for international students in Southeast Asia, thereby elevating USTH’s position and influence within the regional education network.”

The HCERES delegation highly appreciated USTH’s rapid growth and clear strategic direction in recent years, as well as the strong commitment from VAST to the university. This demonstrates a sustainable educational partnership between Vietnam and France and marks an important step for USTH in affirming its international reputation in higher education and scientific research.

The delegation will continue its assessment at USTH with 15 in-depth working sessions until October 29, 2025.

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1. Presenter: Prof. Juan Cuesta (head of the Space Academy of Ile-de-France at UPEC)
2. Time: 9:00, Thursday, October 23rd 2025 (Vietnam time)
3. Venue: Room 711, USTH Building (A21), 18B Hoang Quoc Viet, Cau Giay, Hanoi, Vietnam
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