The striped fish is a catfish with scientific name (Pangasius macronema), this is a fish with high economic value in the market. Photo: Le Hoang Vu. In the framework of the Science and Technology project, a group of researchers from the Faculty of Fisheries (Can Tho University) and graduate student Tran Dong Phuong An, for the first time successfully artificially reproduced freshwater striped fish. The striped fish is a catfish with scientific name (Pangasius macronema), this is a fish with high economic value in the market. Currently, this fish species occurs in the wild quite few and concentrated in provinces such as An Giang, Dong Thap, Vinh Long and Can Tho city. In order to develop the economy, recently, many farmers in some provinces in the upstream of the Mekong River have caught fish in the wild and brought back to raise them in rafts on the Tien and Hau rivers with industrial food for sale. commodity. Currently, striped fish is sold in the market at a high price of 120,000 – 130,000 VND/kg, while in restaurants the price is from 250,000 to 300,000 VND/kg. For the first time, successfully artificially reproduced freshwater striped fish. Photo: Le Hoang Vu. According to the project team, after nearly 4 years of research, this is the first time to successfully stimulate artificial reproduction of striped fish and it is expected that this breed will be replicated and provided to farmers in 2023. This was approved by the City Department of Science and Technology. Sponsored by Can Tho.

Mr. Vien Long Binh, aged 91, is considered the father of hybrid rice. Photo: CCTV. “We recognize and highly appreciate the contributions of Professor and Academician Vien Long Binh to the world agricultural science in general and China in particular, especially appreciate the results of hybridization to create The world’s first hybrid rice was developed in 1973. With this success, he has helped nearly 20% of the world’s population escape hunger and contributed to making China one of the world’s leading rice producers,” said Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Minh Hoan. First letter of condolence, sent on May 23, 2021, to the family of the late Professor, Academician Yuan Longping and the Chinese agricultural industry. Mr. Yuan Longping was born in 1930, is China’s leading agricultural scientist on hybrid rice. He and his colleagues have contributed to bringing rice yield from 4.5 tons/ha to 15 tons/ha. This is considered the key to helping China solve the food security problem for more than a billion people in this country. Thanks to the late Professor Vien Long Binh, hybrid rice has been replicated throughout Africa, America and Asia. In Vietnam, the first generation of hybrid rice that was put into wide production was the variety Bac Uu 64 (also known as Tap Giao 4 – TG4), starting in the early 1990s. Thanks to this variety, along with the following varieties. such as San uu 63 (called Tap Giao 1), San uu Que 99 (Tap Giao 5), Vietnam has stabilized domestic food. After nearly ten years of access, our country has self-produced high-quality hybrid rice varieties such as HYT100, HYT 57, LC2, LC3, especially VL20 and TH3-3. However, the pioneer in the development of hybrid rice still belongs to the late Professor Vien Long Binh. Minister Le Minh Hoan continued: “In his working life, Professor, Academician Vien Long Binh has visited, worked, and supported projects/programs on hybrid rice many times, and trained staff. Research and technology transfer for Vietnam’s agricultural industry These are solid agricultural scientific foundations, gradually contributing to poverty reduction, ensuring food security and creating an export miracle. rice export of Vietnam”. At the end of the letter, Minister Hoan expressed his gratitude to the man who is considered the father of hybrid rice: “In the face of infinite grief, on behalf of Vietnam’s agricultural industry and in my personal name, I would like to send to the whole family of Mr. and the Chinese agriculture industry deeply condolences for this great loss and grief.”

Strengthening the material and technical foundations of S&T enterprises, contributing to promoting the creative potential of the S&T team. According to statistics from the Department of Science and Technology, the province currently has over 3,116 staff members engaged in scientific research and technology development (equivalent to 1,229 full-time researchers, reaching 3.5 people per ten thousand people), an increase 8% compared to 2015; the staff of science and technology in science and technology organizations is 1,706 people (including 201 doctors, 706 masters, 23 associate professors). Human resources with doctoral degrees are mainly concentrated in higher education institutions (universities) (2 higher education institutions have 191 doctorates, 8 research and development organizations have 2 doctorates – at the Institute of Agriculture Thanh Hoa; 29 organizations of science and technology, science and technology services with 8 doctorates). The increase in quantity and quality of human resources in science and technology in recent years have contributed significantly to socio-economic development in all fields of science, engineering and technology. natural sciences, social sciences and humanities… For example, in the field of engineering, technology has researched and applied many technical advances in the production of building materials and handicrafts. , preserving agricultural products after harvest, contributing to diversifying products, increasing productivity, and lowering product costs. The field of medicine and pharmacy has also researched and applied technology in the diagnosis, detection, prevention and treatment of diseases, assessing the situation of a number of diseases in the community, which tend to increase along with changes in the environment, climate and environment. Queen. Typically, open-heart surgery techniques at the Provincial General Hospital; Laparoscopic surgery combined with open surgery to treat non-anal malformations and blood replacement techniques for neonatal jaundice by automatic method at Children’s Hospital; Corneal transplant technique at Thanh Hoa Eye Hospital. In agriculture, a number of high-quality and productive plant varieties and livestock breeds, some advanced techniques have been transferred to the province, such as: fragrant rice, short-term rice, salt-tolerant rice; varieties of maize, green beans, soybeans, peanuts; high-tech products such as Kim Hoang melon, V2 seedless orange… The results of the strengthening of research and application of science and technology in various fields have made important contributions to the development of economic regions. – Social, key economic regions, bringing into play the advantages and potentials of localities. According to the assessment of functional sectors, in general, the S&T staff has actively participated in teaching and scientific research activities at universities, and S&T research at non-business units and enterprises. science and technology industry… In the course of work, the staff of science and technology, on the basis of their capacity and professional qualifications, have been arranged and used by agencies and units to preside over S&T tasks; supporting individuals in S&T activities to participate in domestic and international scientific conferences; participate in programs and projects of investment and cooperation in science and technology; critique the socio-economic development projects and plannings of the province…, contribute to improving the quality of programs, schemes and policies promulgated by the Provincial Party Committee, People’s Council and People’s Committee. Along with that, professional agencies have also built a database of S&T experts to join specialized S&T councils; participate in solving local S&T issues; at the same time, gather and attract many highly qualified S&T staff who have reached the end of their working age to participate in S&T research and training. Besides the achievements, the province’s S&T human resources still have limitations, such as, S&T human resources, although increasing in quantity and quality, are still small, not commensurate with the potential and development requirements. socio-economic development of the province. There is a shortage of leading officials and experts in high-level technology fields. S&T human resources are unevenly distributed, the structure and qualifications are not reasonable by region, region and field of operation; most of them are concentrated in the state sector, urban areas, private sectors, enterprises and rural areas are still low… The spirit of research cooperation and teamwork skills of the S&T force is still limited. Some branches and localities have not yet paid attention to and enlisted scientific human resources from the central government. Policies to attract, employ and reward S&T staff are slow to be renewed, inconsistent and ineffective. Some research works are still limited in quality, with low scientific content… Currently, the fourth industrial revolution and the process of extensive international integration have been posing many problems for the development of S&T human resources of the province in particular and the country in general. The explosive development of interdisciplinary, multi-industry and cross-sectoral technologies of the fourth industrial revolution not only brings opportunities but also poses great challenges for construction and development requirements. S&T human resources. Machines and artificial intelligence replacing human power will lead to the inevitable consequence that the demand for low-skilled cheap labor will give way to the demand for high-qualified human resources. Therefore, more than ever, the requirement to develop S&T human resources becomes more urgent. In particular, the process of comprehensive international integration is demanding that S&T human resources have global skills, update and keep up with new trends in the development of science and technology. Facing difficulties and challenges, in order to create a breakthrough in the development of S&T human resources to meet development requirements in the new situation, it requires functional sectors, committees and authorities at all levels to perform synchronously. many solutions such as raising awareness and renewing thinking for staff doing state management of science and technology. Develop a strategy and long-term vision on the creation of S&T human resources, in which the focus is on developing high-quality S&T human resources in association with the local socio-economic development strategy. Promoting the development of S&T human resources, including training and retraining associated with using and appreciating talents; well implement policies to nurture talents for young scientists. In addition, continuing to pay attention to sending S&T human resources to practice and work at international organizations, research institutes and universities abroad; strengthen bilateral and multilateral international academic exchanges and exchanges. At the same time, building a network of research cooperation with foreign scientists and expanding training programs abroad, so that S&T staff can experience the international academic environment and be trained in activities. international research and development. Along with the well implementation of mechanisms and policies, it is necessary to promote socialization and effectively mobilize investment resources outside the state budget, especially from enterprises for training, retraining and development activities. S&T human resources. Increase mobilization of non-budget investment to develop potentials, especially material and technical foundations of S&T organizations, contributing to improving working conditions for S&T human resources. Thereby, promoting the creative potential of the S&T team, serving the cause of industrialization and modernization of the homeland and the country.

This shows that Mr. Guterres recognized the need and importance of input and feedback from international youth leaders in addressing 17 sustainable development goals related to the plan. Climate action. The common point of most of these goals is environmental sustainability and climate change resistance. Not only in the future, our children will “inherit” the Earth, but at this very moment, they are exercising inheritance rights in urgent ways and need to solve current problems immediately. ie. We can name a few members of the United Nations Youth Advisory Council as well as other youth activists from Asia and Africa, who may not be popular but remain silent. make an impact in their community. One of the new members is Archana Soreng of the indigenous Khadian tribe from the Sundergarh district in Odisha, India. Soreng is a research officer at Vasundhara Odisha and a climate leader. In her own opinion, she feels that “in order to build a better world after the Covid pandemic, it is important for indigenous communities to be aware of their joint role in protecting their lips. School, the environment itself will have a direct and long-term impact on their lives ”. Archana Soreng is a research officer at Vasundhara Odisha and a climate leader Speaker and climate activist, Vanessa Nakate has studied and educated herself for many years around environmental and political issues. Before crops failed, record heatwaves, increased deforestation and recently a grasshopper epidemic in East Africa, where she lives, Nakate felt that she could not stand and watch without speaking out for herself. Joining the Fridays for Future and Uganda Rise Up strikes at school, Nakate is at the forefront of the international youth movement working for the climate. Arshak Makichyan is an enthusiastic and outspoken Armenian Russian climate activist. He spoke enthusiastically about activities for the climate, frankly pointing to serious issues such as widespread wildfires, famine, rising sea levels, and rising temperatures that will affect today’s children. and tomorrow. He is an important representative of Russian youth in expressing anger and fears about climate change. Arshak Makichyan is a Russian-Armenian climate activist Ou Hongyi is an 18 year old climatologist located in Guilin, China. Concerned about pollution, emissions, flooding, and other climate-related emergencies in China, Hongyi even went against her parents’ desire to join air advocates. another poster in the world. She has been greatly influenced by Al Gore’s 2006 film An Inconvenient Truth and since watching it at the age of 16, she has repeatedly demonstrated to everyone the state of climate emergency. Fatou Lamin Jeng is a leader and youth educator on climate and gender issues. As a member of Clean Earth Gambia and a speaker at UNFPA Youth Day International in the summer of 2020, Jeng brought the dialogue on this issue to the fore. Kisha Erah Muanã is an avid climate leader in the Philippines, where numerous issues are emerging such as global warming, rising sea levels, soil erosion, water pollution, poverty. , gang activity and violence. In addition, deforestation, super typhoons and earthquakes have been and are having a huge impact on the Philippines. As the youth spokesperson for the Cebu region, Muanã said: “I feel very happy to represent the country at a major event to voice my views on emergencies towards emergencies. with the climate. All these young leaders and many more have given us inspiration to take quick action against climate change to protect the future of this planet. and of all peoples, races, species, and nations. We will be wiser if we rely on the advice of indigenous people, those who are marginalized, who know best of the consequences of irresponsibility. As Archana Soreng observed: “Our ancestors protected forests and nature through the ages with their traditional knowledge and practices. Now, we must become the leaders in combating the climate crisis ”.

Research on rain forecast with a forecast term of 10 – 90 days is a topic that Dr. Bui Minh Tuan (born in 1988) cherished during his master’s years at the University of Natural Sciences. “Rain is an extremely important factor for the development of most countries in the world, including Vietnam. If the rainfall is too heavy, it can lead to flooding, causing serious damage to people and material; But too little rainfall can cause droughts, lack of water for domestic use and destroy crops. Therefore, rain forecasting is always the top concern of meteorologists in the world, ”said Tuan. Although the meteorological industry in recent years has seen a strong development; weather forecasts for 5 days have the same accuracy as the one-day forecast of 30 years ago; … however, according to Mr. Tuan, this does not mean that in the next 30 years, the forecast will be 5 times more accurate than current. “There are big obstacles that the meteorological industry has not been able to overcome. Technically, the computer can help to make forecast bulletins that come monthly or longer, however, the reliability of the forecast report will drop very quickly after 5-7 days ”, said Tuan. . Currently, the theoretical foundations for short-term forecasting (from 1-5 days) have been gradually being finalized. Therefore, the weather forecast for this time period is relatively good. However, atmospheric changes on a longer time scale (from 10 to 90 days) are not fully understood. This is also one of the main reasons why the forecast is not reliable at this time. Those concerns have prompted Mr. Tuan to find laws related to the change of rain from 10 to 90 days, towards expanding the ability to forecast. Continuously from 2013 – 2019, Mr. Tuan went to “decode” the questions: Rain in Vietnam has cyclical fluctuations, especially the 10 – 90 day cycle or not? Are these variations between climatic regions? If rain in Vietnam has a strong fluctuation in a cycle of 10 – 90 days, which large-scale processes lead to the fluctuation of these cycles?, … To answer those questions, Tuan said it took him a year to read and understand the algorithms and build computational programs for large atmospheric data sets over the course of 30 years, in the period since 1980. – 2010. “These are complex algorithms, requiring high programming skills. But due to the lack of support from IT specialists, I encountered many difficulties in handling this problem ”. After the computational results have been obtained, analyzing the physical process based on those results is also a challenge. The reason is that Vietnam’s climate is very complicated, affected by many large circulation systems and has strong differentiation between regions. The characteristics of rain and the mechanism of precipitation in Vietnam still cause a lot of controversy in the meteorological community. Therefore, the selection of important aspects for analysis also requires a lot of time. Mr. Tuan also took another year to analyze all the results. What he collected during this time helped find the oscillation pattern of rain. The physical mechanisms involved in this volatility have also been shown. In particular, he also found a relationship of this oscillation with the occurrence of heavy rains in Vietnam. This brings a lot of value, because heavy rains are considered anomalous and difficult to predict. Tuan’s research is an important theoretical basis to expand the ability to predict rain and heavy rain from 10-25 days. Thanks to these results, by early 2019, his article was published in the Journal of Climate – a climate magazine of the American Meteorological Association. Mr. Tuan is a former student of Physics at the High School of Science and Technology. Because he is always curious about natural phenomena such as storms, tornadoes, thunderstorms, … he decided to enroll in the Department of Meteorology, Hydrology and Oceanography of the University of Natural Sciences, Vietnam National University. Cabinet. “When I entered school, I found Meteorology more interesting than what I thought. The ideal knowledge of mathematics and physics is quite distant, but it is applied very closely to explain natural phenomena. In addition, I also have access to modern technologies or to process data on mainframe systems. I also had the opportunity to do internships at local observatories and to participate in professional forecasting internships at the National Center for Hydrometeorological Forecasting. There, I played the role of forecasters, directly analyzing to create a forecast newsletter. It was a very wonderful experience for me ”. After graduating from university, he continued to study for masters and doctoral degrees at the University of Science. As a scientist trained in the country, Mr. Tuan assessed that in recent years, the meteorological industry in Vietnam has also had a great development. At the working place Tuan has been equipped with a supercomputer system for training and research. The latest achievements in areas such as remote sensing, data assimilation, high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, … have also been applied in weather forecasting. However, Mr. Tuan also frankly acknowledged, the support of information technology experts to maintain and operate this system well is still limited. Current researchers still have to be in charge of this additional area. Another “separate sadness”, according to Tuan, is loneliness in science. “The computer system started to exist, but for improvement, the human factor remains the prerequisite. In Vietnam today, the number of people who choose to follow the research path in this field is very small ”. The meteorology industry still seems to be “out of the general trajectory of development”, when after nearly 10 years, despite some changes, it is still slow and only motivated by a few individual individuals. There are not many people doing research in the same field, so it is very difficult to find an academic exchange. Part of the reason, according to Tuan, is that the support for young researchers is still relatively low compared to the general level of society. This is likely to lead to a crisis of high-quality human resources in the future. Currently, each training course in the Department of Meteorology of the University of Natural Sciences recruits only about 30-40 targets. While majors require people who are good at both Math, Physics or Programming, … these people often choose very few meteorology. “Right from the source of admission, this discipline has encountered difficulties. When we enroll in schools, students still know very little about the industry and only think this industry is mainly metrology, usually for the population of C because it relates to Geography. The main registration is for aspiration 2, aspiration 3, so they don’t really like and want to stick with the industry ”, said Tuan. According to the young doctor, this industry is still not respected because people still think, “rain and wind is the story of heaven”, seemingly very far away. But in fact, it greatly affects life, economy and society such as planning production activities, forecasting diseases and preventing natural disasters. “I hope in the coming time, the society will know about the Hydrometeorology industry, not only through the image of a young man in” Quiet Sa Pa “anymore. This is an interesting discipline and offers many opportunities for young people to be truly passionate about natural sciences ”.