HUTECH meets with University of Manitoba to discuss directions for academic collaboration and research in biotechnology and environmental science
- 28/01/2026
With the aim of strengthening research capacity and expanding international academic opportunities for faculty members and postgraduate learners, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH) held a working session with the University of Manitoba (UoM). The meeting focused on discussing directions for research collaboration and advanced education in the fields of biotechnology and environmental science.
Representing the UoM were Dr. David Levin, Professor in the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, along with members of his delegation. Representing HUTECH were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thai Van Nam, Director of the Institute of Postgraduate Studies, Ms. Nguyen Lan Huong, Head of the Department of International Relations and Project Management, Dr. Hoang Ngoc Nhung, Deputy Head of the Department, together with doctoral candidates from the University’s research groups.
The meeting took place in an open and constructive atmosphere, with the participation of representatives from both institutions
At the beginning of the session, Dr. David Levin provided an overview of the Department of Biosystems Engineering, a unit with more than 100 years of development history and the only biosystems engineering program in Western Canada. He also shared detailed information about UoM’s postgraduate offerings, particularly financial support policies for research activities, which create valuable learning and research opportunities for HUTECH postgraduate students and researchers interested in studying and conducting research in Canada.
Dr. David Levin introduces an overview of the Department of Biosystems Engineering and postgraduate education and research opportunities at UoM
During the academic exchange, Dr. David Levin presented the main research directions currently pursued by his group, with a particular focus on polyethylene plastics. This widely used material is difficult to decompose and has significant environmental impacts, making it a topic of growing interest within the international scientific community.
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In response, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thai Van Nam shared HUTECH’s latest research findings on microplastic pollution and expressed strong appreciation for Dr. David Levin’s research work. According to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thai Van Nam, the two sides share many areas of academic overlap, particularly in topics related to plastics, microplastics, and biotechnology, providing a solid foundation for the development of joint research projects in the near future.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thai Van Nam shares research results on microplastics and discusses potential research collaboration with Dr. David Levin
Another important topic of the meeting was the discussion of the SEED scholarships (Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development). This initiative of the Canadian Government supports academic exchange and research collaboration between Canada and ASEAN countries. The program offers opportunities for HUTECH faculty members, postgraduate students, and doctoral candidates to participate in short term study and research programs in Canada, thereby enhancing professional capacity and expanding international academic networks.
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HUTECH representatives present commemorative gifts to the University of Manitoba delegation during the meeting
At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides reached consensus on several strategic cooperation directions. These include widely promoting the SEED scholarships to HUTECH faculty, staff, and learners, strengthening research collaboration in the fields of plastics, microplastics, and biotechnology, advancing the implementation of Master’s and Doctoral level education in Biotechnology at UoM, and developing faculty and student exchange programs between the two universities.
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Founded in 1877, the University of Manitoba is one of Canada’s leading research universities and a member of the U15, a group of research-intensive institutions. The University is ranked among the top 20 universities in Canada by Times Higher Education, placed in the 501 to 600 band among leading global universities in the Times Higher Education 2026 rankings, ranked 301 to 400 in the Shanghai Ranking 2025, and ranked 22 among the best universities in Canada by the QS World University Rankings 2026. These achievements affirm UoM’s position as a reputable and high-quality center for research and education, as well as a trusted academic partner of universities worldwide.
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News: Gia Hân
Photo: Vinh Quang
Communication Center
Photo: Vinh Quang
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