Innovative Research Solutions Recognized in Vietnam’s 17th National Technical Innovation Awards

On April 23, the 17th National Technical Innovation Award honored outstanding research projects that have been applied in production and have brought high economic efficiency. The contest aims to promote the creative labor movement, encourage research and creative solutions, and contribute to economic development. Six first prizes, twelve second prizes, twenty-four third prizes, and forty-two consolation prizes were awarded among the 587 participating applications.

The winning projects cover a wide range of innovative solutions, such as improving fuel export systems, designing shooting practice equipment for infantry training, applying diffusion magnetic resonance techniques in medicine, developing control modules for smart electrical devices, and researching parts for production using automatic robots and painting techniques. These projects demonstrate the country’s commitment to advancing science and technology in diverse fields.

Organized by the Vifotec Foundation, Vietnam Union of Science and Technology Associations, Ministry of Science and Technology, Vietnam General Confederation of Labor, and the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union Central Committee, the contest has been held every two years since 1989. Over nearly 8,000 solutions have been entered into the competition since its inception. The contest has contributed significantly to advancing science and technology in Vietnam by recognizing innovative research projects that can bring economic benefits to society.