Moving beyond theoretical research, the strategic cooperation for the 2026–2030 period is oriented toward research aligned with the practical needs of the locality and businesses.
During the field survey at the Chu Ru Cultural Village and several organizations and businesses in Lam Dong, the delegation noted numerous real-world demands related to preserving indigenous cultural values, developing OCOP (One Commune One Product) products, digital transformation, and enhancing local innovation capacity.
Accordingly, teams of experts and scientists from VNUHCM will strengthen connections with the locality to receive practical challenges, thereby guiding applied research, technology transfer, and implementing models suited to the province's development conditions.
Key cooperation directions in the coming period include:
* Applying technology in agriculture and preserving local cultural heritage; supporting brand building for the province's signature products.
* Promoting digital transformation and enhancing innovation capacity for officials, while implementing community activities linked to sustainable development and digital infrastructure.
* Supporting students from Lam Dong Province** through career orientation programs, training connections, and improving living and learning conditions in Ho Chi Minh City.
At the VNUHCM Innovation Center, we aim to become the focal connection point between the locality, businesses, and VNUHCM experts and scientists to drive innovation solutions originating from real-world needs.
Through this collaborative ecosystem of academia, locality, and industry, Lam Dong is expected to progressively develop into an innovation hub for the Central Highlands region.