RMIT University and Vietnam National University, Hanoi collaborate on research on AI and semiconductors

Researchers and leadership representatives from the two universities gathered at the VNU-RMIT Innovation Hub in Hanoi to launch a joint research program.

The event included scientific presentations on AI and the semiconductor field, as well as panel discussions on the future of pilot projects between the two sides.

“This collaboration marks an exciting new chapter in the partnership between RMIT and Vietnam National University,” said Professor Iwona Miliszewska, Head of the School of Science, Engineering and Technology at RMIT University Vietnam. “By combining our research strengths in AI, semiconductors and other high-tech industries, we have the opportunity to foster groundbreaking innovation that will attract interest from organisations and businesses and benefit the community.”

Professor Iwona Miliszewska, Head of the School of Science, Engineering and Technology, RMIT University Vietnam, spoke at the event.

The Vietnamese government is urgently issuing a Strategy for the development of the semiconductor industry with the goal of turning this industry into a national key industry within the next 30-50 years.

In parallel, the National Strategy on Research, Development and Application of Artificial Intelligence to 2030, issued in 2021, outlined the aspiration to make Vietnam an AI innovation center in Southeast Asia and globally by 2030.

“AI and semiconductors are two strategic priority areas that will help Vietnam leapfrog into a digital economy. Our partnership with RMIT is a prime example of how leading universities can work together to address the challenges facing society,” said Professor Tran Xuan Tu, Dean of the Institute of Information Technology, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

The program is divided into two main research areas - one is AI and its applications, the other is the semiconductor industry.

Scientists from both units presented their latest work and discussed potential directions for joint projects.

In AI, the topics covered range from deep learning, data mining, to AI applications in healthcare, weather forecasting, and potential research trends in AI,... Meanwhile, the papers in the semiconductor field revolve around materials science, microchip design, integration of the Internet of Things in semiconductor technology,...

Delegates take a souvenir photo at the Innovation Space of Vietnam National University, Hanoi - RMIT Hoa Lac campus.

In addition to research content, the event also emphasized the importance of connecting with students and developing talent.

Representatives from RMIT and VNU Hanoi presented a master plan for joint student competitions (including a cross-country hackathon scheduled for November 2024), as well as discussed experiential learning opportunities to nurture the next generation of technology innovators.

“We look forward to bringing together leading scientists from Vietnam and Australia to push the boundaries of science, engineering and technology together. I am confident that this new partnership in AI and semiconductor research will be highly effective and impactful,” said Professor Miliszewska.

The RMIT-VNU partnership began in 1995, with the signing of the first bilateral cooperation agreement between the two parties.

Over the years, the partnership has expanded to areas such as teaching quality assurance, leadership training and entrepreneurship. The establishment of the Vietnam National University Hanoi-RMIT Innovation Hub in November 2023 marks an important milestone in taking the partnership to the next level.

Source: https://nhandan.vn/dai-hoc-rmit-va-dai-hoc-quoc-gia-ha-noi-hop-tac-nghien-cuu-ve-ai-va-ban-dan-post827158.html