On February 23, 2026 (the first working day after the Lunar New Year holiday of the Year of the Horse), the Information Technology Institute – Vietnam National University, Hanoi solemnly held its Lunar New Year gathering in a warm, formal, and joyful atmosphere. This annual event marks the beginning of a new year filled with expectations, reflecting the Institute’s spirit of unity, solidarity, and determination to achieve new goals.
The gathering was attended by all staff members, lecturers, researchers, and doctoral candidates of the Institute. The Institute was especially honored to welcome the delegation from Vietnam National University, Hanoi, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Bao Son – Vice President, who visited to extend New Year greetings and celebrate the occasion together with the staff of the Information Technology Institute.
A Warm, Connected, and Inspiring New Year Kick-off Atmosphere
Amid the vibrant spirit of the first days of the new year, the gathering took place in a friendly, open yet formal atmosphere. New Year wishes, warm handshakes, and bright smiles spread optimism and created strong motivation for a productive year ahead.
Speaking at the event on behalf of the Board of Directors, Prof. Dr. Tran Xuan Tu reviewed the Institute’s outstanding achievements over the past year, acknowledging and commending the continuous efforts of its staff members, lecturers, and researchers. The year 2025 marked significant milestones in scientific research, postgraduate training, international collaboration, and technology transfer. Numerous national-level, ministerial-level, and internationally funded research projects were effectively implemented. The number of international publications in prestigious journals continued to rise, and many doctoral candidates successfully defended high-quality PhD dissertations.
In particular, the Institute further reaffirmed its role as one of the leading research units in information technology and semiconductor technologies at Vietnam National University, Hanoi, contributing to enhancing the University’s scientific standing and academic reputation both nationally and internationally.
VNU Leadership Extends New Year Greetings and Sets Development Directions
On behalf of the VNU, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Bao Son extended New Year greetings to all staff members, lecturers, researchers, and doctoral candidates of the Information Technology Institute. He acknowledged the Institute’s significant contributions to the implementation of VNU’s overall development strategy, particularly in high-tech fields and key areas of science and technology.
VNU leadership emphasized that, in the context of national digital transformation, the development of a knowledge-based economy, and the rapid advancement of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the role of information technology has become increasingly central. The Information Technology Institute is therefore expected to further promote its tradition of unity and creativity, enhance the quality of research and training, and strengthen collaboration with enterprises, research institutes, and universities both domestically and internationally.
The New Year wishes and strategic directions from VNU leadership served not only as timely encouragement but also as a source of inspiration, motivating the Institute to enter the new year with proactiveness, innovation, and strong determination.
Key Priorities for 2026
Building on the achievements of the previous year, in 2026 the Information Technology Institute clearly identifies the following key priorities for accelerated development:
1. Artificial Intelligence and Its Applications
Artificial Intelligence (AI) remains a strategic field, playing a pivotal role in digital transformation and socio-economic development. The Institute will strengthen fundamental research in machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision, while promoting AI applications in healthcare, education, transportation, and smart city management.
Beyond increasing international scientific publications, the Institute aims to establish internationally competitive research groups, develop specialized laboratories, and accelerate the transfer of AI technologies into practice, thereby contributing to solving major national challenges.
2. Semiconductor Integrated Circuit Design
As the semiconductor industry has been identified by the Government as one of the country’s strategic pillars, the Institute will continue to promote research and education in integrated circuit (IC) design and semiconductor technologies. This direction aligns with global development trends and addresses the urgent demand for high-quality human resources in Vietnam’s semiconductor industry.
The Institute will focus on building a strong team of experts and enhancing collaboration with enterprises and international partners in IC design, simulation, and testing, gradually forming an integrated ecosystem of research, education, and technology transfer in the semiconductor domain.
3. Information Security and Cybersecurity
In response to the growing complexity of cyber threats and the increasing demand for information security across all sectors of society, the Institute identifies cybersecurity as a core priority. Research directions include cryptography, system security, cyberattack detection and prevention, big data security, and IoT system protection.
Alongside research activities, the Institute will continue to improve the quality of education and professional training in information security, meeting the needs of government agencies, enterprises, and organizations in the context of comprehensive digital transformation.
Towards Sustainable Development and International Integration
In addition to its academic and research priorities, the Information Technology Institute will continue to refine governance mechanisms, enhance institutional autonomy, and foster a professional, transparent, and creative working environment. Special attention will be given to attracting talented scholars, developing young faculty members, supporting doctoral candidates, and increasing high-quality international publications.
The Institute also aims to expand its global partnership network, deepen participation in joint research programs and international projects, and engage more actively in regional and global academic networks. Through these efforts, the Institute seeks to further strengthen its position on the regional and international science and technology landscape.
Confidence and Aspirations for the New Lunar Year
The New Lunar Year gathering for the Year of the Horse 2026 concluded in a joyful atmosphere filled with confidence and high expectations. Warm wishes, clear strategic directions, and the strong sense of unity among staff members, lecturers, researchers, and doctoral candidates together form a solid foundation for the Information Technology Institute to enter the new year with strong momentum.
With its long-standing tradition of development and growth, along with the close guidance and support from Vietnam National University, Hanoi, the Information Technology Institute is confident that it will continue to achieve new accomplishments, making meaningful contributions to the advancement of science and technology in the country and helping to realize Vietnam’s development aspirations in the digital era.
