The successful production of first rotavirus vaccine (Rotavin) against diarrhea were elected as one of the nine impressive science and technology events of Vietnam in 2014, which were announced during a recent programme jointly held by the Ministry of Science and Technology and the Vietnam Television in Hanoi. The success made Vietnam one of the first four countries in the world that can produce the vaccine, which is expected to protect millions of children against diarrhea. Currently, Vietnam is producing 300,000 doses per year. The figure is expected to be expanded to 1.6 million doses annually in 2016. The other events, which are in various fields including basic science, applied science, manufacturing and mechanics, medicine, agricultural science and high technology, were honoured for their outstanding significance as great foundations for science and technology sector’s growth in the future. Those included the first successful pancreatic-kidney operation on a … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s most impressive science-technology events in 2014
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Russia, Vietnam to hold science technology forum
The event is part of the Vietnam International Industrial Fair 2014 (VIIF), which will take place at the Giang Vo Exhibition Center in Hanoi from October 21-24. It aims to introduce cooperation opportunities between Vietnam and Russia in the field of science and technology, as well as measures for education reform. Speaking at an October 17 press briefing, Nguyen Danh Thuan, Deputy Director of the Vietnam Exhibition Centre, said the coming VIIF will highlight fruitful bilateral economic and education cooperation and create a good chance for both sides to share experience and strengthen ties. VIFF is one of the biggest industrial fairs in Vietnam, which creates opportunities for businesses to promote investment and trade exchange particularly in the industrial sector, between Vietnam and other countries across the world. On display are the latest processing technologies, equipment and spare parts for production, transport means, medicines, garment and textiles, and other consumer … [Read more...] about Russia, Vietnam to hold science technology forum
Science, technology boosted for industrialization, modernization
VGP - Developing science and technology is top prioritized national policies, so science and technology should be further boosted to act as "a foundation and driving force for industrialization and modernization," Deputy PM Nguyễn Sinh Hùng said on Sunday. Deputy PM Nguyễn Sinh Hùng made the statement when attending the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST). He asked the ministry to perfect the national strategy on scientific and technological development soon. Accordingly, it is necessary to intensify investment in scientific and technological development, train human resources, honor and give special treatment to talented scientists, perfect and develop the technological market, deepen scientific research, boost up economic restructuring through using scientific and technological advances, and further apply technology in all sectors to enhance competitiveness of products and services. The Government leader also emphasized the need to … [Read more...] about Science, technology boosted for industrialization, modernization
American Professor Honored By Ministry Of Science, Technology
Prof. Dr. Judith Ladinsky on Wednesday received a medal for the cause of science and technology from the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) in Ha Noi. The ministry held a ceremony to present Prof. Dr. Judith Ladinsky, an American citizen, in recognition for nearly 30 years of work to develop science and technology cooperation between the people of Viet Nam and the United States. Dr. Ladinsky lifetime achievements include expanding primary health care and economic education throughout Viet Nam, administering 1,800 TOEFL exams for Vietnamese students interested in studying abroad, and medical technology transfer and training in surgery, eye care, mammograms and nanotechnology. She has conducted extensive research on a variety of health care topics in Viet Nam, most recently on malaria, diabetes and Japanese encephalitis. Dr. Ladinsky has received a total of five medals from the President of Viet Nam, the Ministry of Education and Training, the Ministry of Health, the … [Read more...] about American Professor Honored By Ministry Of Science, Technology
VN science, technology sectors need clear development plan
VN science, technology sectors need clear development plan (10-05-2005) Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper asked scientists about the current state of scientific and technological development in HCM City, and ways in which it can be advanced. Hoang Anh Tuan, deputy chairman of the HCM City Union of Scientific and Technical Associations: Why haven't scientific and technical workers in HCM City been used effectively? I think the main reason is that these industries have developed spontaneously, without a clear plan, and workers have pursued their careers at a pace and direction not co-ordinated to meet the demands necessary for efficient development. Quality is still low, due to backward working conditions, general difficulties in daily life and a lack of access to advanced knowledge in the field. Because of the failure of scientific and technological policy to encourage creativeness in research, the guideline "education, science and technology are top national policies" has not yet been fully … [Read more...] about VN science, technology sectors need clear development plan