Students remove their belongings from the dormitory to requisition as a concentrated isolation area. On May 31, the People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City sent a document to the National University of Ho Chi Minh City and universities and colleges in the area, requesting support and approval for the requisition of facilities. dormitories of schools to serve as concentrated isolation areas. 7 dormitories include: National University dormitory, Ho Chi Minh City National University planning area; dormitory of Ho Chi Minh City University of Education, No. 3518 Lac Long Quan, District 11; dormitory of Ho Chi Minh City University of Technical Education, No. 484 Le Van Viet, Tang Nhon Phu A ward, Thu Duc city; dormitory of Ho Chi Minh City University of Agriculture and Forestry, Quarter 6, Linh Trung Ward, Thu Duc City; dormitory of the Institute of Post and Telecommunications Technology, No. 97 Man Thien, Hiep Phu Ward, Thu Duc City; dormitory of Ho Chi Minh City College of Industry and Trade, No. 20 Tang Nhon Phu, Phuoc Long B Ward, Thu Duc City and dormitory of Thu Duc College of Technology, No. 53 Vo Van Ngan, Linh Chieu Ward Thu Duc city. Previously, the Dormitory Management Center of the National University of Ho Chi Minh City issued a notice, asking all boarding students to leave the dormitory before 5:00 p.m. on June 1, 2021 to requisition into a new dormitory. centralized isolation. According to the Dormitory Management Center of Vietnam National University in Ho Chi Minh City, there are nearly 35,700 students from many boarding universities here. However, recently, due to the impact of the Covid-19 epidemic, schools held online teaching, so many students returned home according to the dormitory’s recommendation. Step 1: Visit https://www.bluezone.gov.vn or download directly at App Store or CH Play. Step 2: Once downloaded, the application will ask for permission to use Bluetooth to record contact with other Bluezone installed users. If Bluetooth is not open, drag the status bar and turn on Bluetooth; or go to Settings, select Bluetooth and turn it on. Step 3: Once the installation is done, click Scan Around. If someone near you less than 2m has used Bluezone, the application will automatically identify these users and put them in the contact list.

The group consists of eight first-year students: Chu Minh Nhan, Cao Khanh Gia Hy, Nguyen The Binh, Ho Huynh Gia Bao, Tran Duy Khang, Nguyen Duy, Ngo Ha Gia Bao and Mai Hoang Kim Son. The group made the fabrication under the guidance of three lecturers, Prof. Dr. Quan Thanh Tho (Deputy Dean of Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering), Dr. Le Thanh Long (lecturer of Faculty of Mechanical Engineering) and Dr. Vo Thanh Hang (Deputy Head of Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering). lecturer in the Department of Environment and Natural Resources). A group of students worked hard together to make a thermometer Dr. Vo Thanh Hang (female), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Quan Thanh Tho (shirt) and a group of students next to an automatic body temperature measuring device. Photo: NTCC Chu Minh Nhan, a member of the group, said that the group is currently completing a number of features such as the data entry table, the frame structure… according to the suggestions of the teachers and teachers. It is expected that in the middle or the end of June 2021, the group will complete the apparatus and put it into use at the school’s entrances. Compared with other machines on the market, the advantage of IoT-integrated automatic body temperature and hand washing machine is that it is programmed with IoT to recognize faces (check student IDs and faces) to remind you to wear a mask. voice. The device will automatically measure the body temperature and warn when the body temperature exceeds the normal range. Update data on user information and temperature of use, record information, when the user is using the machine… The machine also supports automatic hand washing with a sufficient amount of antiseptic solution. In particular, the data (temperature measurement results, entrance time, facial recognition images) will be stored and transmitted to the central server. Medical staff will easily access and retrieve data for control and tracing of suspected COVID-19 cases. Dr. Thanh Hang, instructor, said that the thermometer is a product developed by a community project and entered the top 10 of the soft skills class of the school’s international training program. After that, students continued to research and develop machine manufacturing, combined with smart internet usage features, to improve usage efficiency. According to Dr. Thanh Hang, the group has now registered a student scientific research project (start-up program) and manufactured according to the university’s order to use in the prevention of COVID-19 at the University of Science and Technology.

Video: See the flower garden, agricultural products in the University in Saigon The garden is located on the campus of Thu Duc University of Social Sciences and Humanities, renovated since 2019. Mr. Vu Hong Phong (Head of Thu Duc Campus Management Board) said that the garden space is part of the university’s green university building program. “Replacing and renovating the weed areas, renewing the campus also makes the space in the school have a highlight, creating joy for teachers and students when they come to school,” he also said. The flower and fruit garden is cared for and developed by the green tree ancestors of Thu Duc facility. From the weeds, up to now the garden has bloomed full of fake flowers, there are many kinds of agricultural products such as eggplant, tomato, papaya, melon, cucumber, watermelon,…. The seed of the cloned star flower was given by a teacher in Quang Tri. Photo: KHANH CHI Sunflowers blooming in the garden. Photo: KHANH CHI The harvested fruits will be given to teachers, school staff and students when you visit. Some agricultural products in the garden: There are always signs reminding students not to pick flowers or break branches. Photo: KHANH CHI The swing in the middle of the garden is a favorite photo spot for students. Photo: KHANH CHI The garden becomes a virtual living place for students on campus. Photo: KHANH CHI This is also a place for students to rest after each class. Photo: KHANH CHI Nguyen Thi Huong (second year student, University of Social Sciences and Humanities) said: “The first time I went to the flower garden to take pictures, my friends and I were very surprised, did not think our school had such a beautiful garden. Looking at the flowers. Being here helps us relieve stress after every class, feel happy and comfortable. We also understand the green and environmentally friendly message that the school wants to send, from which we know how to live responsibly. , more environmental protection”.

Improve quality of life Immediately after opening the contest for the second time, Nguoi Lao Dong Newspaper has received many articles from experts, scientists and businesses. Each work is a plan, solution, idea or contribution to Ho Chi Minh City. Writing about the strategy of building a smart city, Assoc. Prof-Dr. Tran Hung Son (University of Economics and Law, VNU-HCM) suggested that Ho Chi Minh City should propose and coordinate with the central government to build a legal framework for the city. nationwide smart city governance, as well as regulations to manage technology risks; increase revenue and diversify financial sources for smart city development; develop human capital and promote the inclusivity of digital technology… Awarding the 1st “Listening to the people’s design” contest Photo: HOANG TRI Dr. Son Thanh Tung and MSc Truong Thanh Thao said that improving the quality of life is the goal of building a smart city through the provision of public services and urban utilities more efficiently. The trend of smart city development needs to be integrated with the social city trend. In which, the participation of people in community activities and in the decision-making process is a key issue in order to create a just society. Focusing on green areas in urban areas can be considered as a premise to build a smart city – a green city, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Thi Hong Xuan, MSc. Vo Thanh Tuyen (University of Social Sciences and Humanities) VNU-HCM) proposes to include green criteria in planning, design and construction in all types of housing, regardless of resettlement, social housing or commercial housing. Ho Chi Minh City can consider encouraging solutions to have more green building investors with the goal of sustainable development… “Maestro” in entrepreneurship Ho Chi Minh City has strongly revived the spirit of entrepreneurship, what needs to be done now is to solve the problem of starting a business effectively. According to Dr. Huynh Trung Minh, Ho Chi Minh City can become a “conductor” who plays the role of connecting the “leading cranes”, “eagles” with start-ups; creating an environment to attract excellent start-up ideas… Ho Chi Minh City has enough scope and resources to become a start-up center, an innovation center of the whole country, attracting talents, importantly, how do and when to do. CEO Tran Anh Tuan (The Pathfinder Consulting Company) commented that a “chief architect” is needed to design the startup system in Vietnam to draw a general picture of startups as well as the startup process. for each field, standardized curriculum for each field, mentor training program, ecosystem building strategy. Along with that is a support mechanism for start-ups to promote. Sihub CEO Huynh Kim Tuoc affirmed that Ho Chi Minh City has a full basic foundation and is a connection point between the country and the world, a gateway to access the world. What must be done is to remove barriers to start-up development and innovation. According to lawyer Pham Ngoc Hung (Vice Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City Business Association), in order to start a business to become a brand of Ho Chi Minh City, it is necessary to arouse creative aspirations and bring businesses a favorable business environment profitable and stable. Finding a unique identity for Ho Chi Minh City Many experts have also submitted plans for the theme “Urban cultural identity of Ho Chi Minh City”. MSc Nguyen Hieu Tin (Head of the Department of Vietnamese Studies, major in tourism, Ton Duc Thang University) analyzes the more modern the world, the more “flat” it is, the more it needs its own. Locating the culture of Ho Chi Minh City, finding its own identity, creating a highlight, bearing the “brand” character is one of the important things that needs attention and orientation in sustainable development in the future. Dr. Nguyen Thi Hau proposed to develop the cultural industry faster and stronger, turning Ho Chi Minh City into a modern cultural center of the region. Meanwhile, author Ton That Tho proposed to bring technology into museum activities. Because in the current trend, the “virtual” museum is a development trend, bringing the museum closer to the public, meeting the needs of online sightseeing and research. Implementing a “virtual” museum to lead the public to the “real” museum is the shortest and most effective way.

The delegates cut the ribbon to launch the training program of artificial intelligence and robot technology. (Photo: Thu Hoai / VNA) On April 24, Ho Chi Minh City National University held the launching ceremony of the Training Program artificial intelligence and Robot technology (AIC). The program is invested more than 32 billion VND, is part of the 320 billion VND sponsorship package of Inter-Pacific Group (IPPG) for National University of Ho Chi Minh City and Dalat University to establish a training school. CEO creation and AI education development. Held at the Software Technology Zone of Ho Chi Minh City National University, the STEM, STEAM interdisciplinary curriculum on artificial intelligence (AI) for students in age, level of education, right from grade 1. Regarding the document, the AI ​​Future Intelligent Manufacture syllabus of UBtech education USA Company copyrighted by IPPG, adjusted by the National University of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnameseized, evaluated and published, put into teaching. This is also a program that has been taught by many advanced countries in the world. The program includes activities such as: AI-Robotics program and summer courses for students; teacher training course AI-Robotics from basic to advanced; organize seminars on AI-Robotics for the community and businesses. This is also a space to experience, introduce and display IT application solutions, artificial intelligence of domestic and foreign corporations, enterprises, and AI scientific products of students. University. Mr. Truong Minh Huy Vu, Director of Software Technology Zone, Ho Chi Minh City National University , sharing the process of Vietnameseization and document appraisal, in addition to the participation of teachers, scientists in the field of computer science and AI, there are also experts in social fields. language, pedagogy so that knowledge is closer to students and students. Building learning materials is a continuous process, so in the coming time, the curriculum of the program will continue to be improved and adjusted to suit with reality. Associate Professor, Dr. Vu Hai Quan, Director of Ho Chi Minh City National University, shared that the unit is currently participating in training and research on artificial intelligence both in depth and in width. In which, in depth, the National University of Ho Chi Minh City is preparing to establish the artificial intelligence research institute; at the same time undertaking the task of training high-quality human resources at international level, in which chaired many component projects on information technology, artificial intelligence … Along with that, the National University of Ho Chi Minh City also focuses on programs in width such as implementing training programs for artificial intelligence and technology. Robot , to spread knowledge about AI more to the community, especially among students; thereby provoking, transmitting passion for scientific research to students, discovering and fostering new factors in the field of AI research. Ms. Le Hong Thuy Tien, General Director of Lien Pacific Group, said the Artificial Intelligence and Robot Technology Training Program was the first center in IPPG’s AI education development strategy chain in 5 years. It is expected that from now to 2025, IPPG will coordinate with universities and educational institutions to establish 10 more AI centers and deploy 1,800 AI Lab at schools and educational institutions nationwide. with the goal of AI training for more than 2.5 million students per year./.

MSc Do Nguyen Hoang Nga (third from left) and the research team on new environmentally friendly materials products. Photo: NVCC

She once defended her Master’s thesis in English with a score of 9.9 and was honored to be one of 31 students and researchers who received a “huge” scholarship awarded by the National University of Ho Chi Minh City.

Passionate about renewable materials

Do Nguyen Hoang Nga graduated from university with an engineering degree in Chemical Engineering at University of Technology – National University of Ho Chi Minh City in 2018 and continued to study for a master’s degree at the school. In 2020, she graduated with a Master’s degree with an average score of 9.63, a thesis in English with a score of 9.9. Hoang Nga is continuing her research work with the Sustainable Process Engineering team led by Assoc.Prof.Dr. Le Thi Kim Phung.

The team’s research direction is to develop technologies to convert agricultural-industrial by-products into renewable materials with high technical value such as aerogels, multi-disciplinary applications such as construction, environmental treatment, food packaging. and aimed at applications in medicine, fuel cells …

MSc Do Nguyen Hoang Nga said that the group is currently focusing on renewable materials from biomass. This field is quite new and is the trend of the current world when the environment is increasingly polluted. Her approach towards zero waste technology, turning worthless things into valuable products has fascinated her for the past two years.

“In 2019, I have access to aerogel synthesis technology from pineapple leaves through the cooperation between the Sustainable Process Engineering team and the Aerogel research team of Assoc.Prof.Dr. Duong Minh Hai – National University of Singapore. After that, my team and I continue to expand this research direction with other types of waste such as fly ash, waste cotton chips, pandan leaf fibers … Up to now, these studies have had positive results at room scale. experiment and pilot, as a basis to be transferred into industrial production when an organization is interested in placing an order “, shared Hoang Nga.

During the implementation of the studies, Hoang Nga and the group encountered many difficulties in funding and analysis equipment. Some of the equipment at the laboratory is not available, so the group has to link with domestic and foreign laboratories to send measurement samples. Passive analysis can sometimes make progress difficult. However, some research topics of the group are supported by funding from scientific funding funds, thus partly removing the group’s obstacles.

MSc Do Nguyen Hoang Nga has the honor to receive a graduate scholarship from the National University of Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: NVCC

Hope to be available on the market soon

With the current research direction on renewable materials from biomass, Hoang Nga and his team wish to create more conditions for research and development of modern and efficient technologies in industrial production.

As an application-oriented research group, the group always puts the feasibility criteria when producing on an industrial scale on top. The direction of non-waste recycling from biomass is approaching in line with the trend of Vietnam as well as in the world when the problem of environmental pollution caused by waste is concerned by many people. After all, the team still wants to apply the developed technology on an industrial scale to the industrial scale of this material to be available on the market early.

Assoc. her research as a research engineer. Within two years, Russia and the research team had outstanding achievements in scientific publication with 11 international articles on the SCIE list, 1 article on Scopus, 2 domestic articles and 2 reports in the yearbook. prestigious international seminar with research orientation to develop technology to manufacture aerogel materials, ultra-light solid materials containing more than 90% air, from wastes such as pineapple leaves, coir, bagasse cotton, waste tires… ”.

“Russia has the quality of a researcher who is serious, honest, creative and passionate about science, always shows a high sense of responsibility, critical thinking, sociable, energetic and cheerful. with people. According to the students in my lab, Russia does not hesitate to help them when there are problems or problems. All my students want to work with Russia for their devotion and valuable advice to them ”, said Associate Professor, Dr. Kim Phung.

To keep the fire passionate about science, especially with female scientists, it is necessary to encourage and care from family, friends and colleagues because it is the spiritual strength that helps us to persevere. intensify forward. Besides, thanks to scientific research funding from the university budget, the National University of Ho Chi Minh City, the Department of Science and Technology of Ho Chi Minh City, the Vingroup Innovation Fund, the domestic research groups … confidence and research effort. – Master Hoang Nga