Research Interest
My research focuses on the development of advanced materials and emerging technologies for biomedical and therapeutic applications. By integrating materials science, chemistry, and biomedical research, I aim to bridge fundamental discoveries with translational innovations to advance next-generation healthcare solutions. My long-term goal is to contribute to the development of more effective, accessible, and sustainable healthcare systems that improve human health and quality of life.
Education: Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering, International University, Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Achievements:
Being selected as a Vingroup Scholar is a tremendous honor and a valuable opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute. I am deeply grateful for the trust and support that Vingroup has invested in young researchers, enabling us to pursue advanced training and broaden our perspectives in world-class environments. I hope to carry these experiences forward and, through science and innovation, contribute meaningfully to the development of Vietnam and the betterment of society.
Research Interest
My research focuses mainly on AI, particularly in two main fields: federated learning, and LLM evaluation. I am interested in how AI models can be adapted and evaluated in practical settings where data is distributed, privacy matters, and users may have different expectations of what makes an AI response useful.
One direction of my work studies communication-efficient and privacy-preserving learning, including federated fine-tuning methods for large language models and anomaly detection for distributed IoT systems. Another direction focuses on evaluating large language models using preference signals and satisfaction-aware modelling. Through this work, I hope to contribute to AI systems that are not only technically strong, but also reliable, efficient, and better aligned with real user needs.
Education: Bachelor of Advanced Computing (Honours), First Class Honours, The University of Sydney, Australia
Achievements:
I am deeply honored and sincerely grateful to receive the Vingroup Science and Technology Scholarship. This scholarship is a meaningful opportunity for me. It allows me to pursue advanced AI research in a world-class academic environment and strongly encourages my continued growth as a researcher.
To me, the scholarship is more than financial support. It is a sign of trust, belief, and investment in young Vietnamese researchers. I feel especially grateful for that trust. It motivates me to work harder, think more deeply, and develop research that can create practical value for society. I hope my work can contribute, even in a small way, to the growth of Vietnam’s scientific and technological community.
As a Vingroup Scholar, I hope to make the most of this opportunity. I look forward to learning from international collaborators, challenging myself through my PhD journey, and contributing to AI technologies that are reliable, efficient, and beneficial to society. I carry this scholarship with great appreciation and a strong sense of responsibility.
Research Interest
My research interests include recommender systems, multimodal learning, large language models, and vision-language models. My current research focuses on multimodal bundle recommendation and generation, with the goal of developing more personalized, explainable, and trustworthy recommendation systems.
Education:
Master of Science in Information and Communication Technology, University of Science and Technology Hanoi in collaboration with the University of Poitiers
Bachelor of Science in Information and Communication Technology, University of Science and Technology Hanoi
Achievements:
I am deeply honored and grateful to receive the Vingroup Science and Technology Scholarship for Overseas Study for Doctoral Degrees. This scholarship is a meaningful milestone in my academic journey, giving me greater motivation and confidence to pursue impactful research in artificial intelligence and recommender systems. I sincerely appreciate the support from Vingroup and VinUniversity, and I hope to contribute to the development of Vietnam’s science and technology community in the future.
Research Interest
My research interests include control theory, multi-agent networked systems, and control applications to autonomous robots and electrical devices. In multi-agent control theory, I am particularly interested in investigating state-of-the-art mathematical techniques to design cutting-edge controllers and observers for time-delay systems and fast-switching systems, which are regarded as inherently significant challenges in control science. Beyond the theories, I am also keen on applying advanced control methods, like adaptive control, robust control, and parametric optimization, to real-world systems. Having successfully embedded my proposed methods into Switching Reluctance Motors (SRMs) and Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) at the initial stages, I am currently extending my methods to electric vehicles and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) as part of my PhD goals.
Education:
Master of Control Engineering and Automation, Hanoi University of Science and Technology, Vietnam
Bachelor of Control Engineering and Automation, Hanoi University of Science and Technology (Talented Program), Vietnam
Achievements:
Receiving the Vingroup Scholarship is a great honor and a tremendous source of encouragement for me. I sincerely appreciate the Vingroup Scholarship Program for its trust and for giving me this valuable opportunity. This recognition inspires me to continue learning, striving for excellence, and making meaningful contributions to Vietnam’s science and technology in the future.
Research Interest
As technology is exploding with AI and confronting new challenges related to ethical and AI safety. The need to tackle unethical AI practices stimulates a strong interest in me to focus on research that mitigates the risks of AI. I am inspired that sustainable AI development should be guided by the ultimate source of inspiration from the nature of intelligence in the human brain. This motivates me to pursue research that promotes the development of ethical and trustworthy AI through human cognitive intelligence inspiration.
Education: Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Technology, Shandong University (China)
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I came from a humble background and was raised with great respect for education. I am sincerely grateful to be a recipient of the Vingroup Scholarship and for the program’s generous commitment to supporting Vietnamese students in accessing high-quality education. This opportunity motivates me to work hard in my academic pursuit, with the long-term goal to contribute to Vietnam’s research and education, particularly in the underrepresented regions.
Research Interest
I am passionate about control theory, learning-based control systems, and safe autonomous systems. My research focuses on developing intelligent systems with rigorous mathematical foundations, emphasizing stability, reliability, and provable performance guarantees for real-world applications.
Education: Bachelor of Engineering in Control Engineering and Automation (Talented Program), Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST), Vietnam
Achievements:
The Vingroup Scholarship is both a valuable support and a strong source of encouragement. It motivates me to pursue impactful research and contribute to society through science and technology.
Research Interest
My research primarily lies at the intersection of Vision-Language Models (VLMs), Multi-modal Representation Learning, and Recommender Systems. I focus on developing highly discriminative retrieval systems and advancing fine-grained cross-modal alignment to optimize representation spaces. In the long term, I aim to bridge the gap between rigorous academic research and scalable, user-centric AI applications, bringing world-class multimodal technologies to real-world products to drive technological innovation and digital transformation in Vietnam.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Honors Program), University of Information Technology, Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Achievements:
Receiving the Vingroup Young Talent Scholarship is a profound honor and a pivotal milestone in my academic journey. As a researcher passionate about multimodal machine learning, this scholarship provides me with the invaluable support needed to fully focus on my Ph.D. studies. Vingroup’s commitment to nurturing technological advancement in Vietnam is deeply inspiring. I am truly grateful for this opportunity, which not only alleviates financial barriers but also empowers me to contribute impactful research to the scientific community and drive innovation forward.
Research Interest
Amid the rapid recent growth of AI, my research focuses on building trustworthy AI systems for software engineering. In particular, I am interested in combining graph learning and large language models to detect software vulnerabilities, generate secure code, and support reliable software development across the entire lifecycle. My long-term aspiration is to develop practical AI solutions that bridge academic research and real-world industry needs.
Education: Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HCMUT), Vietnam
Achievements:
Receiving the Vingroup Young Talent Scholarship is both a great honour and a meaningful source of motivation for me. This scholarship is not just a financial backing; it is a profound validation of my research goals. I am deeply inspired by Vingroup’s vision for technology and innovation. Receiving this award strengthens my aspiration to return to Vietnam after graduation. I am sincerely grateful for Vingroup’s support and hope to contribute meaningful technologies to Vietnam and the broader international community.
Research Interest
My research interests are in Robotics and applications of Artificial Intelligence into Robotics. I focus on the development of reliable Foundation models and embodied agents that can safely navigate human spaces, with an emphasis on physics-informed constraints, sim-to-real transfer, and language-conditioned generation.
Education: Bachelor of Information Technology in Artificial Intelligence, FPT University, Vietnam
Achievements:
Receiving the Vingroup Scholarship is a vital steppingstone that turns my ambition of advancing robotics in Vietnam into a reality. With this invaluable support, I am empowered to contribute to our society and innovation landscape in the future.
Research Interest
My research interest lies at the intersection of artificial intelligence, software engineering, and human-AI interaction. I am particularly interested in building multimodal AI agents that can understand user intent, interact with digital interfaces, and assist in software creation through natural language and visual context.
Through my research, I hope to make software development more accessible, intelligent, and efficient. My long-term aspiration is to contribute to practical AI systems that can bridge advanced research with real-world adoption, especially in industries and communities where technology can create meaningful impact.
Education:Bachelor of Computer Science in Artificial Intelligence Singapore Management University, Singapore
Achievements:
Receiving the Vingroup Scholarship is both an honor and a responsibility. To me, this scholarship is more than financial support; it represents belief in the potential of young Vietnamese scholars to contribute meaningfully to the country’s future.
As someone who has always sought opportunities beyond the traditional path, I see this scholarship as a chance to deepen my research, expand my global perspective, and grow within a community of ambitious Vietnamese talents. I hope to use this opportunity to pursue impactful AI research and help build a stronger bridge between Vietnam’s technical talent and the global innovation ecosystem.
Research Interest
My research interests lie in the safe and responsible deployment of artificial intelligence in real-world settings. Specifically, I am interested in designing machine learning systems that are not only technically accurate but also fair, interpretable, and accountable to the institutions and communities they serve.
Education: Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Science), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Achievements:
I am honoured and grateful to receive the Vingroup Scholarship, which enables me to pursue a dream I have long worked towards. With this support, I am committed to making the most of this opportunity and applying what I learn to contribute meaningfully.
Research Interest
My interests lie in applied machine learning for customer analytics, including propensity modelling, behavioral segmentation, and predictive systems. I want to advance how these methods are practiced in Vietnam’s financial services and real estate sectors.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and International Relations, Colgate University, New York, USA
Achievements:
I am deeply honored to receive the Vingroup Young Talent Scholarship. This support gives me the opportunity to pursue education at SMU and reinforces my commitment to contributing to Vietnam’s science and technology upon returning home.
Research Interest
Applied Artificial Intelligence, focusing on enterprise integration and AI literacy. I am interested in the intersection of engineering and business, specifically identifying the right real-world problems for AI to solve and deploying practical solutions. Beyond technical implementation, my focus extends to making AI more accessible and understandable within organizations. I hope to play a supportive role in Vietnam’s growing tech ecosystem by bridging advanced technology with business strategy.
Education: Bachelor of Engineer in Information and Technology, Hanoi University of Science and Technology, Vietnam
Achievements:
Receiving the Vingroup scholarship is a profound honor and a significant milestone in my journey. It not only alleviates financial pressures but also empowers me to dedicate my full attention to exploring applied AI and enterprise integration. I view this support as an investment in my potential to bridge the gap between technical engineering and practical business strategy. This trust deeply motivates me to keep learning, sharing knowledge, and contributing meaningfully to Vietnam’s growing tech ecosystem.
Research Interest
My research focuses on decision-making under uncertainty, particularly how behavioural, social, and environmental factors shape the choices people make. Rather than viewing decisions as purely rational, I am interested in understanding the root causes behind human behaviour: Why individuals make certain choices, how their surrounding context influences those choices, and how these patterns can be anticipated.
My current interests lie at the intersection of behavioural science, economics, and social impact, with a particular focus on education and community development. I hope to develop predictive decision-making models that integrate behavioural insights with contextual factors, enabling more effective policies and interventions that support individuals, communities, and society.
Ultimately, I aspire to bridge research and real-world impact by generating evidence that helps organizations and policymakers design environments in which people can make better decisions under uncertainty.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Economics (Commerce), The University of British Columbia, Canada
Achievements:
Receiving the Vingroup Scholarship is not only an honour but also a responsibility. It is the first strong affirmation that my journey in data-driven education and social impact is moving in the right direction. I hope to make the most of this opportunity and create a meaningful, lasting impact for communities in Vietnam and beyond.
Research Interest
My research interests focus on how data analytics and digital technologies reshape customer experience, organizational decision-making, and business innovation. I am particularly interested in translating data into actionable insights that improve both business performance and human experiences.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management, College of Business and Management, VinUniversity, Vietnam
Achievements:
Receiving the Vingroup Young Talent Scholarship is both an honor and a defining milestone in my journey. Through my studies and internships, I have gained exposure to business, hospitality, and technology across diverse international learning environments. These experiences have shown me that while exceptional service creates memorable customer experiences, the future of customer experience will increasingly be shaped by AI, data, and intelligent digital systems. By combining technology with business strategy, I hope to help Vietnamese organizations become more customer-centric, data-driven, and globally competitive, contributing to Vietnam’s digital transformation through meaningful innovation.
Research Interest
My research focuses on applying machine learning and forecasting techniques to solve commercial and operational problems. By integrating data analytics, statistical modeling, and business insight, I aim to translate raw data into actionable insights for sales and commercial teams, from customer segmentation to pricing strategy and revenue forecasting. My long-term goal is to contribute to more data-driven, efficient commercial and operational decision-making in business. I deeply appreciate this scholarship’s investment in nurturing talent and empowering scholars to bring their skills back to contribute to our country.
Education: Bachelor’s in Economics, Foreign Trade University, Vietnam
Achievements:
Winning this scholarship is truly a career-shifting opportunity for me. After years in Key Account Management, I made the leap into Data Analytics to combine my client-facing experience with rigorous analytical skills. This support lets me focus fully on my studies, from machine learning to forecasting and optimization, without financial worry.
I really appreciate and support this initiative in investing in talents and empowering scholars to bring their skills back to contribute to our country.
Research Interest
Out-of-Distribution Detection and Domain Adaptation in Computational Pathology using Diffusion Models.
Education: Bachelor in Computer Networks and Data Communications, University of Information Technology, Vietnam National University of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Achievements:
As a Vietnamese scholar, my ultimate goal has always been to acquire advanced global knowledge and bring it back home to contribute to Vietnam’s development. I am deeply grateful to Vingroup for believing in my potential and investing in the future of Vietnamese science and technology.
Research Interest
My research focuses on programmable metamaterials, where the mechanical performance can be controlled by architecture rather than by changing the base material itself. For my Ph.D. at Imperial College London, I aim to integrate simulation, experiments, and interpretable machine learning to uncover structure–property relationships for those advanced materials. Through this work, I hope to contribute to the development of lightweight, damage-tolerant, and energy-absorbing materials with practical engineering applications.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Hanoi University of Science and Technology, Vietnam
Achievements:
I am deeply honored and grateful to receive the Vingroup Science & Technology Scholarship to pursue my Ph.D. at Imperial College London. This scholarship gives me the opportunity to study in a world-class research environment and become part of the Vingroup Scholars community. I see it as both a valuable support and a responsibility to make the most of my Ph.D. journey, and I hope to contribute meaningfully to Vietnam’s scientific community.
Research Interest
My research interest lies in combining non-invasive multimodal sensing systems with physiological models to yield biomarkers for diagnostics and monitoring disease.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering with concentration in Electrical Engineering, Trinity College, USA
Achievements:
It is my honor to receive the Vingroup Science and Technology Scholarship for my PhD studies at CMU. Beyond the material support, what inspired me more was the community that the scholarship opened up. The fellowship has created a network that connects Vietnamese scholars across disciplines and corners of the world, a space where we can learn from each other and, together, drive innovations that change the world.
Research Interest
My research focuses on Multimodal Federated Learning, a journey that began with three years of dedicated undergraduate research at the VinUniversity-Illinois Smart Health Center. I investigate methods to improve algorithmic robustness under critical “missing modality” scenarios, where vital clinical data may be incomplete or unavailable. By architecting systems that remain stable under these data constraints, I aim to develop reliable AI applications for healthcare and biomedical environments.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, College of Engineering and Computer Science, VinUniversity, Vietnam
Achievements:
Ever since I first learned about the Vingroup Scholarship, it has been my ultimate goal and a driving motivation throughout my three years of undergraduate study. This prestigious scholarship not only supports me financially in pursuing my Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence System Management at Carnegie Mellon University, but it also grants me a priceless opportunity to learn from world-class experts and access an elite global academic network. I am deeply committed to dedicating my future career to leading groundbreaking research in reliable biomedical AI in Vietnam.
Research Interest
My research interests include Machine Learning System and efficient agentic system. Currently, I am designing a scalable agentic system aiming to minimize operational cost and optimize concurrent execution.
Education:
Master of Science, University of Science – Vietnam National University
Bachelor of Science, University of Information Technology – Vietnam National University
Achievements:
2023: VinIF’s Master Training Collaborative Programs scholarship
2022: Direct admit scholarship for Master students
Research Interest
My research interest is Air quality, with specifics to air pollution modeling, PM2.5 chemical and toxicity analysis. Moreover, I’m interested towards applying machine learning methods to strengthen air quality prediction and analysis. I hope this work contributes to a better understanding of air quality challenges in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Environmental Science, University of Science of Technology of Hanoi, Vietnam
Achievements:
It is an honor to receive the Vingroup Scholarship to pursue my PhD in Environmental Engineering, at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I’m grateful for this opportunity to build the expertise needed to work on environmental challenges facing Vietnam, and I look forward to contributing to that effort through my research.
Research Interest
My research focuses on developing digital solutions that make mental healthcare more accessible and effective. By combining multimodal AI, digital phenotyping, biomedical signal processing, software engineering, neuroscience, I aim to improve the monitoring, assessment, and intervention of some common neurological and mental health disorders, with a particular focus on scalable solutions for low-resource settings.
Education:
Master of Engineering in Information Science and Engineering, Ritsumeikan University, Japan
Bachelor of Engineering in Physics Engineering, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, Vietnam
Achievements:
It is a great honor to receive the Vingroup Scholarship. My long-term goal is to pursue research and development in digital mental health across academia and industry. I hope to contribute to the development of evidence-based digital solutions that support mental well-being and, in a small but meaningful way, improve mental health care.
Research Interest
My research interests focus on soft robotics, particularly its applications in rehabilitation and assistive devices. I am especially interested in developing soft, wearable technologies that can interact safely with the human body and support people in improving mobility, independence, and quality of life.
I also hope to explore how mechanics, materials, sensing, and robotics can be combined to create devices that are practical and effective in real-world use. In the long term, I aim to contribute to biomedical engineering research in Vietnam and help develop rehabilitation and assistive technologies that are affordable and accessible to more people.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering & Computer Science, VinUniversity, Vietnam
Achievements:
I am deeply honored and grateful to receive the Vingroup Science and Technology Scholarship, which gives me the opportunity to pursue advanced study at the University of Pennsylvania and further develop the knowledge and research skills needed for my future work. More than financial support, this scholarship represents Vingroup’s trust in my potential and strengthens my determination to make the most of my time at UPenn. It also reinforces my commitment to return to Vietnam, contribute to research, education, and healthcare technology, and use what I have learned to create meaningful improvements for people and communities in my home country.
Research Interest
My research focuses on Wireless Power Transfer systems and Mixed-Signal Integrated Circuits. Driven by the modern demand for faster, more compact, and seamlessly connected wireless devices, contemporary designs are rapidly pushing toward higher operating frequencies and wider bandwidths. However, conventional circuit architectures face strict physical limitations regarding active operational frequencies, severe parasitic effects, and manufacturability constraints. I look forward to exploring research topics that directly address these bottlenecks. My goal is to develop highly integrated circuits that minimize high-frequency signal attenuation, maximize far-field wireless power transmission, and optimize wideband power conversion efficiency while ensuring high stability and reliability.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering & Computer Science, VinUniversity, Vietnam
Achievements:
Receiving the Vingroup Scholarship to study at the University of Pennsylvania is both a profound honor and a major milestone. I view this support not just as an incredible opportunity, but as a responsibility to represent the intelligence and diligence of Vietnamese scholars on the global stage. My goal is to collaborate with leading researchers to excel in semiconductor and circuit design, and ultimately return to help architect and advance the electronics industry in Vietnam.
Research Interest
My research interests lie at the intersection of machine learning, cybersecurity, and privacy-preserving AI, with a particular focus on federated learning and machine unlearning. I aim to develop AI systems that are not only beneficial to society, but also aligned with privacy regulations and capable of protecting the integrity and security of users’ data.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, College of Engineering & Computer Science, VinUniversity, Vietnam
Achievements:
I am deeply grateful to the Vingroup Scholarship Program for its financial support, which enables me to pursue my further education goals at the University of Pennsylvania, a world-leading institution in computer science and engineering. Receiving this scholarship is both an honour and a responsibility, and I hope to use the knowledge and research experience I gain to contribute to the development of reliable and privacy-preserving AI systems in Vietnam.
Research Interest
My current research interest lies in organic electronics, a beautiful intersection of electrical engineering and materials science, with a focus on Organic Electrochemical Transistors (OECTs) and micro- and nanoscale devices for biosensing, neural interfacing, and healthcare applications. At Penn, I hope to deepen my understanding of device physics, nanofabrication, and semiconductor technologies, and to explore how these foundations can be extended beyond biomedical applications to sustainable energy solutions that support Viet Nam’s long-term transition toward Net Zero by 2050.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering & Computer Science, VinUniversity, Vietnam
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“We don’t get a chance to do that many things, and everyone should be really excellent.” – Steve Jobs
To me, the Vingroup Scholarship is truly that chance, a rare and meaningful one, to learn from excellent institutions, meet brilliant minds from around the world. With this opportunity, I commit myself to keep learning, keep growing, and keep striving for excellence – not only for my own journey, but also for the hope of bringing back knowledge, values, and impact to my country, Vietnam.
I am sincerely grateful to the Vingroup Scholarship Program for this life-changing opportunity and for its commitment to supporting Vietnamese students to pursue excellence on the global stage. To future applicants, do not hesitate before a big opportunity. Keep working on yourself, dare to take the chance, and when it comes, turn that “chance” into “change.