The 20-year journey of establishment and development of the Department of Application and Development of technology

17/12/2024

On November 22, 2024, the Dapartment of Application and Development of Technology (DADT) celebrated its 20th anniversary (2004–2024) and received a Certificate of Merit from the President of Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST). The ceremony was attended by Prof. Acad. Chau Van Minh, Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party and President of VAST; Prof. Acad. Dang Vu Minh, former Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party and former President of VAST; representatives of the leadership of VAST’s affiliated units, ministries, departments, and agencies at the central and local levels; former leaders, officers, and staff of DTAD from various periods; as well as the nearly full contingent of current staff and employees working at DADT.

At the ceremony

Twenty years ago, under Decree 27/2004/ND-CP dated January 16, 2004, the government renamed the National Center for Natural Science and Technology to Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (now known as VAST), marking the establishment of DADT. This organization served as an essential support to the President of VAST, laying the groundwork for the Academy's technology application and deployment activities as a leading research institution in the nation. DADT was tasked with the significant mission of promoting the application and deployment of science and technology from VAST to serve the country's socio-economic development. This was a challenging endeavor, especially given that VAST at the time was primarily focused on fundamental research.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Tien Dung, Director of DADT, presents a report summarizing 20 years of development

Over the past 20 years, through initiative, creativity and a spirit of continuous learning, DADT has gradually asserted its position. With close guidance and favorable conditions provided by VAST leadership, combined with the concerted efforts of DADT staff across different periods, the division has achieved numerous noteworthy accomplishments in various fields such as applying, deploying and commercializing VAST’s scientific and technological research outcomes; addressing scientific and technological issues as requested by ministries, sectors, localities and enterprises; publicizing and promoting VAST’s products; and supporting VAST scientists in gradually enhancing awareness, knowledge, skills and experience in intellectual property activities.

DADT's notable contributions include advising VAST leadership on strategic orientations and formulating policies to promote research activities linked to application and technology transfer. Noteworthy initiatives include Resolution 159/DUVHL/2017 of VAST’s Party Committee, which strengthened application and deployment efforts during 2016–2020 with a vision towards 2030, and regulations managing four key tasks in technology application and deployment. DADT also developed the Tran Dai Nghia Award Regulation to honor scientists with outstanding applied research works, thereby fostering strong motivation for scientists and managers within VAST to pursue innovation. The division contributed to a significant increase in VAST's intellectual property rights, especially from 2018 onward, making VAST the leading institution in Vietnam in terms of patents and utility solutions. For instance, in 2023, VAST secured 73 patents, leading the nation and accounting for 60% of the total patents from universities and research institutes nationwide. Many research results have been successfully applied and transferred to enterprises. Furthermore, DADT's innovation and commercialization activities have been recognized domestically and internationally. For two consecutive years, 2020 and 2021, VAST was named the "Innovation Leader in South and Southeast Asia" by Clarivate (UK). DADT has also received numerous accolades and high evaluations from organizations like WIPO and the Science, Technology and Environment Committee of the National Assembly.

Prof. Acad. Chau Van Minh, VAST President, presents the Certificate of Merit to DADT

In recognition of these achievements, on the occasion of its 20^th anniversary, VAST awarded DADT a Certificate of Merit for its active contributions to the development of science and technology in connection with the country's socio-economic growth, thus contributing to VAST’s overall development.

Prof. Acad. Chau Van Minh, VAST President addresses the ceremony

During the ceremony, Prof. Acad. Chau Van Minh commended DADT for its achievements and expressed hope that the division would continue its significant contributions to technology application and deployment, enhancing its role and position while contributing to VAST’s comprehensive development.

Other notable moments from the ceremony:

Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Tung, Deputy Head of the Organization, Personnel and Inspection Department announces the decision to award the Certificate of Merit

Prof. Dr. Nguyen Hoai Chau addresses the ceremony

Mr. Lam Van Tan, Director of the Department of Science and Technology of Ben Tre Province addresses the ceremony

Mr. Dang Van Ton, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Thang Long Environmental Treatment and Construction Trading Co., Ltd addresses the ceremony

Taking commemorative photo at the event

Translated by Phuong Huyen
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