Promoting startup and innovation activities among lecturers and students

On October 3, Dong Nai University organized a panel discussion to promote startup and innovation activities among the university's lecturers and students.

Dr. Pham Hung Duc, Vice Rector of Dong Nai University, delivers the opening speech at the seminar. Photo: Lam Phuong

The panel discussion was attended by representatives from the Dong Nai Department of Science and Technology, business associations, and the southern and provincial innovation startup advisory councils. The panel discussion attracted more than 200 lecturers and students.

Delegates visit exhibition booths showcasing startup and innovation products on the sidelines of the panel discussion. Photo: Lam Phuong

Delivering the opening remarks at the panel discussion, Dr. Pham Hung Duc, Vice Rector of Dong Nai University, emphasized that the program aims to provide updates on the Party’s, State’s, and local policies and guidelines regarding innovation and startups. In addition, the discussion serves as a platform to foster connections among the university, businesses, and regulatory agencies, allowing them to share experiences and resources. At the same time, it aims to inspire startup ideas conceived in the classroom to evolve into practical projects, thereby contributing to the socio-economic development of Dong Nai Province.

Experts on innovation startups share their experiences at the panel discussion. Photo: Lam Phuong

At the discussion, experts and businesses in innovation startups focused on sharing, discussing, and answering questions from lecturers and students related to issues such as: Advantages and recommendations in implementing policies and guidelines for startup and innovation activities for lecturers and students in the province; the role and support of businesses and startup advisory councils in nurturing, developing, and commercializing startup and innovation projects...

Students ask questions to the speakers at the panel discussion. Photo: Lam Phuong

The panel discussion also provided an opportunity for businesses and startups in Dong Nai to share practical experiences in implementing startup and innovation activities, and for lecturers and students to exchange ideas on connecting the innovation startup ecosystem among the "three parties" (State–university–business).

By Lam Phuong – Translated by Mai Nga, Minho