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Nine Vietnam-based scientists rank among world's 10,000 most influential

Nine scientists working in Vietnam have secured places among the world's 10,000 most influential researchers in Elsevier's 2026 rankings. The country also has 75 researchers in the global top 100,000, two more than last year.

Vietnam to operate three national UAV flight-testing zones by 2030

Vietnam aims to operate three national flight-testing zones and at least one national research and testing center for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) by 2030 as it develops its emerging low-altitude economy.

Vietnamese firm builds heavy-lift transport drone with 100kg capacity

CT UAV recently announced the design and successful test flight of the CT Pegas 230, a heavy-lift unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) boasting a maximum takeoff weight of 230kg and a payload capacity reaching 100kg.

How Vietnam plans to tap a $5 trillion humanoid robot market

Morgan Stanley estimates the humanoid robot market could reach $5 trillion by 2050. Experts say Vietnam can tap the opportunity by building talent, creating dedicated policies and accelerating real-world trials.

Vietnam needs tens of thousands of workers for nuclear energy development

To realise its goals for developing atomic energy and nuclear power by 2035, Vietnam will need tens of thousands of direct and indirect workers, ensuring the safe and effective operation of the national nuclear power development programme.

Vietnam seeks RoK help on nuclear power, AI

Vietnamese Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan held a series of meetings in the Republic of Korea (RoK) on September 30.

Scientists search Hanoi lake for traces of rare Hoan Kiem turtle

The search for the critically rare Hoan Kiem turtle is drawing renewed attention in Vietnam, as scientists seek evidence of whether another Rafetus swinhoei may still survive beneath the waters of Dong Mo Lake in Hanoi.

From blueprints to commercial chips: What is Vietnam’s current status?

With tape-out costs reaching millions of USD and a missing manufacturing-testing ecosystem, the gap between a chip design and a commercialized product remains vast.

The Moon rotates, so why do we always see the same side?

The Moon spins on its axis, yet from Earth we always see almost the same face. The explanation lies in a celestial phenomenon billions of years in the making: tidal locking.

Vietnam, Italy launch joint space technology center in Hanoi

Vietnam is expanding its domestic space technology capabilities through a new R&D center jointly established by PTIT and Italy’s Temix, with research and product development to take place locally.

Vietnam pushes for joint accelerator technology lab with JINR

After 70 years of scientific cooperation with JINR, Vietnam is seeking to build a joint accelerator science and technology laboratory while developing stronger research teams and training a new generation of scientists.

Vietnam offers up to $114,000 for businesses adopting AI

Vietnam is offering grants of up to VND3 billion (US$114,000) per project to businesses and organizations deploying AI to solve practical problems and develop new products and services.

Why scientists are still hunting for a ninth planet

For more than a century, astronomers have been fascinated by an intriguing possibility: an undiscovered planet, provisionally known as Planet Nine, could be hiding in the most distant reaches of the Solar System.

Controlled sandboxes needed to speed up application of new technologies

Although the Political Bureau’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW allows pilot schemes for new practical issues and accepts risks and delays in science, technology and innovation, concerns over risks and responsibility persist.

Sea, OpenAI launch Vietnam Codex hackathon for AI builders

Vietnam will become the third stop for the Sea x OpenAI Regional Codex Hackathon Series, bringing developers together to build practical AI solutions with Codex and GPT-6 Astra.

Vietnam turns to advanced DNA technology to identify fallen soldiers

Vietnam is expanding the use of advanced DNA technology to identify soldiers whose remains have gone unnamed for decades, with a national DNA center now holding more than 37,000 remains samples for analysis.

Data-driven trust: the new competitive edge for businesses

In the digital economy, reliable data directly affects a company's ability to access capital, expand into new markets and participate more deeply in value chains.

Vietnam eyes UAV industry as key driver of low-altitude economy

Vietnam sees UAVs as an opportunity to build industrial capacity, master key technologies and move deeper into global value chains, according to National Innovation Centre Deputy Director Vo Xuan Hoai.

Hanoi approves controlled pilot of two technology projects

Hanoi has decided to allow the controlled pilot of two technology projects, with the municipal People’s Committee announcing the decisions at a ceremony held at Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park on September 10.

VN leader proposes space network for development, resilience at global summit

General Secretary and President To Lam has proposed a “space for development and resilience” network. He stressed that outer space should serve peace and people and be used responsibly, safely and sustainably for humanity’s benefit.