Enhancing the Effectiveness of Science and Technology Activities in Higher Education
Efforts carried out to increase the effectiveness of science, technology, and innovation activities in higher education, along with increases in Scopus publications, patents, and existing challenges, are addressed.
Within the scope of efforts carried out to increase the effectiveness of science, technology, and innovation activities in higher education institutions, while increases have been experienced in Scopus publications and patents, challenges such as commercialization and infrastructure deficiencies are also being addressed.
The Role of Scientific Research in Higher Education
According to the Ministry of Education and Training, higher education institutions undertake the duties of conducting scientific and technological research and innovation, in addition to training human resources.
Developments in Publication and Patent Numbers
In the first nine months of 2026, a total of 23,717 scientific publications were made nationwide in the Scopus system, 84.99 percent of which belong to higher education institutions. During the same period, 88 patents and 78 utility model patents were granted to higher education institutions.
Applied Research Oriented Toward the Economy
Applied research activities are shifting from publication-oriented research toward projects aiming to create technology, products, and added value for the economy. Research results have been adopted by enterprises and commercialized.
Innovation Ecosystems in Universities
Institutions such as Hanoi University of Science and Technology and Foreign Trade University are developing innovation centers and models connected to technology transfer and digital transformation.
Challenges and Deficiencies Encountered
Despite the increase in the number of scientific research results, the commercialization rate is not proportional to the potential. Additionally, investment resources remain fragmented, and research facilities are inadequate.
Future Goals and Policies
In the upcoming period, the targets include perfecting mechanisms and policies, investing in laboratory and digital infrastructure systems, and increasing inter-institutional cooperation.