Scientists discuss strategic technology in the new era

Strategic technologies of the emerging era are one of the main topics discussed by experts and scientists in the workshop 'The role of scientific and technological information in socio-economic development'.

Mr. Huynh Thanh Dat, Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Commission, spoke at the workshop.

photo: khac hieu

The key role of scientific and technological information

On the afternoon of August 29, the workshop "The role of scientific and technological information in socio-economic development" organized by Ho Chi Minh City National University in collaboration with One World Magazine attracted hundreds of delegates, experts and scientists to attend.

Speaking at the workshop, Mr. Huynh Thanh Dat, Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Commission, highly appreciated the topical and strategic significance of the workshop, associated with the country's development goals to 2030, with a vision to 2045. Scientific and technological information is a flow of knowledge that nourishes society, and is also an essential resource for the innovation process. This workshop is topical and has strategic significance, associated with the country's development goals, the cause of industrialization and modernization, in line with the spirit of Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW. This is also an opportunity to analyze development trends, and at the same time propose appropriate mechanisms and policies to effectively exploit scientific and technological information resources, serving national development.

Associate Professor, Dr. Vu Hai Quan, Director of Ho Chi Minh City National University, emphasized the key role of scientific and technological information in socio-economic development and the national digital transformation process. Mr. Quan said: "Scientific and technological information is the source of nutrients that nourishes scientists, like sap nourishes trees". Therefore, the Director of Ho Chi Minh City National University expects experts and scientists to share many practical solutions and recommendations, helping this source of information become more profound and more applicable.

Mr. Tran Van Tung, Chairman of the Vietnam Association for Science and Technology Information, also commented: "Scientific and technological information is not only knowledge, but also an important resource and catalyst to promote innovation and national development". Therefore, according to the Chairman of the Vietnam Association for Science and Technology Information, this conference is expected to open up strong development opportunities for the science and technology information sector, while creating a foundation for breakthrough innovations. The technologies and solutions discussed and proposed at the event will be the key to getting closer to the goal of sustainable development, contributing to the effective implementation of Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW.

The workshop "The role of scientific and technological information in socio-economic development" attracted hundreds of delegates.

photo: khac hieu

Strategic Technologies of the Age of Growth

The conference’s presentations focused on raising awareness of the role of scientific and technological information in Vietnam’s socio-economic development. Notably, there were two sessions discussing strategic technologies in the era of development; the need and current status of scientific and technological information for the business community, universities, and research institutes.

Sharing about strategic technologies, Associate Professor Dr. Tran Minh Triet, Vice Rector of the University of Natural Sciences (Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City), said that it is necessary to promote the application of information, artificial intelligence and virtual reality not only within the scope of specialized fields but also expanding to many other fields, thereby spreading the value of scientific and technological information. In addition to information sources shared from the library system, it is also necessary to diversify access forms, such as through professional associations on artificial intelligence, machine learning and related fields.

Dr. Huynh Phu Minh Cuong, Deputy Head of the Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at the University of Technology (Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City), said that it is necessary to increase investment and research in the semiconductor field. This field currently lacks infrastructure, especially high-performance computing systems and linkages between businesses. According to Dr. Cuong, to successfully develop microchips, the market must be expanded through cooperation between the State, schools and businesses.

The workshop also provided many comments on policy development and proposed solutions to improve the effectiveness of application and management of scientific and technological information in socio-economic development.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/cac-nha-khoa-hoc-ban-ve-cong-nghe-chien-luoc-trong-ky-nguyen-moi-185250829201644818.htm