Personality of the week

29/08/2016

Dr. Tran Dinh Phong, an outstanding scientist

(VOVworld) – Dr. Tran Dinh Phong of the Hanoi University of Science and Technology has published his research in the prestigious journal Natural Materials, with findings on the structure and mechanism of action of a catalyst that can replace platinum, an expensive material. This research is a breakthrough in materials science.

Dr. Tran Dinh Phong, an outstanding scientist
23/08/2016

Farmer Do Thanh Khoa prosper thanks to Sachi Inchi plant

(VOVworld) – As one of the first Vietnamese to grow Sachi Inchi, a climbing shrub that originated in South America, farmer Do Thanh Khoa from Thai Thuy district, Thai Binh province, has become well-off. In 5 years of growing Sachi Inchi, Khoa has earned an annual revenue of 45,000 USD per year.

Farmer Do Thanh Khoa prosper thanks to Sachi Inchi plant
11/08/2016

Nguyen Thanh Hoai overcomes Agent Orange

(VOVworld)- “It’s reality even though you’re very sad about it. I’m an AO/dioxin victim. I’m disabled for life. But, I have to do my best to overcome it in a meaningful way”, a man named Nguyen Thanh Hoai said.

Nguyen Thanh Hoai overcomes Agent Orange
04/08/2016

Le Van Trung, overcoming the pain of Agent Orange/ dioxin

(VOVworld) – Despite being born in peace time, Le Van Trung is paralysed as a consequence of war. Trung is the 2nd generation in his family to be affected by Agent Orange/ dioxin. He has willed himself to overcome the pain of Agent Orange/ dioxin and lead a meaningful life.

Le Van Trung, overcoming the pain of Agent Orange/ dioxin
28/07/2016

Wounded soldier U Nia active in social work

(VOVworld) – At the age of 71, despite physical injuries, U Nia, a war veteran of the Se Dang ethnic group in Dac Ha district, Kon Tum province, is still active in social work. U Nia is respected by villagers for his kindness and helpfulness to those in need.

Wounded soldier U Nia active in social work
21/07/2016

Painter Phan Hai Bang: creating Truc Chi, a new art material

(VOVworld) – Inspired by the traditional technique of making dzo paper, Phan Hai Bang, a painter and lecturer at the Hue University of Art created Truc Chi, a kind of paper made from bamboo. After years of experiments, Truc Chi is now recognized as a new material for art. VOV’s Phuong Thuy reports.

Painter Phan Hai Bang: creating Truc Chi, a new art material
15/07/2016

Trinh Xuan Thuan, an astrophysicist who transmits passion to young Vietnamese

(VOVworld) – Graduating from Jean-Jacques Rousseau School in Sai Gon (former name of Ho Chi Minh city), the then 18-year-old Trinh Xuan Thuan decided to pursue the study of natural science despite his aptitude for literature. In 1966, Thuan went to study at Princeton University in the US and completed his Ph.D in astrophysics. After 40 years of universe research in the US, Professor Trinh Xuan Thuan is one of the few Vietnamese who working in this field. Lan Anh reports.

Trinh Xuan Thuan, an astrophysicist who transmits passion to young Vietnamese
04/07/2016

Ngoc Gam, youth talent of amateur singing

(VOVworld) – At the age of 14, Do Thi Ngoc Gam of My Tu district, Soc Trang province, won second prize at the youth amateur singing contest sponsored by the Bac Lieu radio and TV station. Gam is greatly admired for her voice.

Ngoc Gam, youth talent of amateur singing