On May 4, 2026, the University of Danang - University of Science and Technology (UD-DUT) held a ceremony marking the establishment of the Institute for Energy Transition Technologies (IETT). The event marked an important milestone with the appointment of Prof. Dr. Sci. Tran Quoc Tuan from Paris-Saclay University, Research Director and international expert at the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA), France, as Research Director of IETT, and Dr. Luu Ngoc An as Director of IETT.

The ceremony was attended by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Vu, Member of the Da Nang Party Committee and President of UD; Dr. Hoang Ngoc Nhan, Director General of the Department of Startup and Technology Enterprises, Ministry of Science and Technology; Ms. Le Thi Thuc, Deputy Director of the Da Nang Department of Science and Technology; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huu Hieu, Rector of UD-DUT.

Also present were members of the university leadership, the newly appointed leaders of IETT, Prof. Dr. Le Kim Hung – former Rector of UD-DUT and Senior Advisor of IETT, representatives from the UD Department of Science and International Cooperation, partner enterprises, and lecturers and students of the university.

According to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huu Hieu, Rector of UD-DUT, the establishment of IETT aims to implement tasks outlined in Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW and Conclusion No. 45-TB/TGV, focusing on: developing interdisciplinary research models; strengthening collaboration among universities, research institutes, and enterprises; promoting the commercialization of research outcomes; creating breakthroughs in science, technology, and innovation.

This also aims to establish a leading focal point for interdisciplinary research in key strategic areas such as energy transition, smart grids, energy storage and management, green energy, and nuclear power.

In his remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Vu, President of UD, congratulated the university on the establishment of IETT and emphasized its significance. The new institute represents a new approach and model of cooperation between universities and enterprises, especially in attracting international experts and scientists to participate in institutional leadership. This initiative is expected to enhance the quality of education, research capacity, and international reputation of the university.

The launch of IETT also demonstrates the university’s commitment to the “Triple Helix” linkage (Government - University - Industry). This pilot model, if successful, will be expanded across the University of Danang system.

President Nguyen Ngoc Vu also highlighted that UD has been selected by the central government as one of four key national universities to receive prioritized investment, serving as a model for Vietnam’s higher education system.

This recognition brings both opportunities and responsibilities, with the strategic goal of developing UD into a world-class university by 2030, ranked among the top 150 universities in Asia, and achieving at least one discipline ranked in the world’s top 100.

To realize this important mission, UD-DUT plays a particularly significant role. As a key member university of UD with strong advantages in science and technology, the University also has a long-standing tradition in education and research in cutting‑edge technological fields. The success of UD-DUT therefore holds decisive significance for the overall success of UD.

Appreciating more than 50 years of development as well as the position, potential, and capabilities of the University, the President of UD affirmed that the achievements of UD-DUT have been extremely important in training high‑quality human resources and advancing science and technology, especially in the country’s key technological sectors. The University has become a trusted partner for enterprises and local authorities to connect with intellectual resources and advanced technical and technological solutions.

In response to the requirements and tasks in the new context, the President of UD expressed his expectation that the University’s leadership would pursue innovative thinking and effective implementation in order to successfully fulfill the missions assigned by the Central Steering Committee. At the same time, the University is encouraged to continue allocating appropriate human and material resources to enable the Institute of Energy Transition Technologies (IETT) to effectively carry out its mission.

On this occasion, the leadership of UD sincerely expressed their gratitude to the Ministry of Science and Technology, Vietnam Electricity (EVN), and Central Power Corporation (EVNCPC) for their continuous support and cooperation with UD in general and UD-DUT as well as other member universities in particular. Their collaboration in education and scientific research activities, along with numerous scholarships for students, and especially their support in establishing the IETT, has been highly appreciated.

The President of UD also extended his sincere thanks to Prof. Dr. Sc. Tran Quoc Tuan, a distinguished professor with extensive experience in teaching and scientific research, for his valuable cooperation with the University in education and research. Special appreciation was expressed to the Professor for accepting the invitation to serve as Research Director of the IETT. The President expressed his confidence that, in this new role, the Professor together with the newly appointed leadership of the Institute will continue to strengthen connections with universities and academic organizations, and attract leading scientists and experts from France and around the world, particularly in high‑tech fields to support the Institute in successfully fulfilling its assigned missions.

Following the launch ceremony of the IETT, a scientific seminar on energy transition was held, featuring presentations and thematic reports from experts and scientists, including representatives from enterprises such as Vietnam Electricity (EVN) and Hydrogen de France (HDF).

According to representatives of the IETT, the Institute’s strategic orientation focuses on research, training, technology transfer, and policy consultancy, particularly in areas such as energy transition; smart grids; energy storage and management; efficient energy use; and the development of green energy, including research tasks related to nuclear power.

During the 2026–2030 period, the Institute will prioritize interdisciplinary research, strengthen domestic and international collaboration, enhance scientific publications, and develop practical inventions and innovations. At the same time, the Institute will focus on training and developing high‑quality human resources, expanding consultancy and technology transfer activities, and implementing pilot models of intelligent and sustainable energy systems.

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