(Hanoi) On January 22, 2026, in order to improve the quality of training and scientific research, Hanoi University of Civil Engineering (HUCE) solemnly held a signing ceremony for a Memorandum of Understanding and Cooperation Agreement on full-time lecturers with the Institute of Building Science and Technology (IBST) and the Institute of Building Materials (VIBM). This event marks an important step in mobilizing high-quality human resources from leading research institutes to participate in teaching.

Program Overview

Enhancing multilateral cooperation for quality objectives.

The ceremony took place at the headquarters of the Institute of Building Science and Technology (IBST) with the participation of representatives from the leadership and functional units of the three institutions: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hoang Tung - Rector of Hanoi University of Civil Engineering; Dr. Nguyen Hong Hai - Director of ISBT; and Dr. Nguyen Quang Hiep - Director of VIBM.

According to the Memorandum of Understanding and Cooperation Agreement, based on leveraging their strengths, the units commit to closely coordinating to jointly implement training activities, scientific research, and policy proposals on the principles of equality and mutual benefit. The core objective is to create conditions for officials and researchers to participate extensively in the academic environment, contributing to solving practical problems in the construction industry.

Implementing the "Co-full-time Faculty" model: A groundbreaking step.

The most important highlight of this cooperation agreement is the official implementation of the "Full-time Faculty" mechanism. This is a strategic solution aimed at strengthening the faculty with in-depth knowledge and practical experience for Hanoi University of Civil Engineering.

Specifically, reputable experts and scientists from IBST and VIBM will assume the role of co-full-time lecturers with the following main responsibilities:

• Directly teach specialized subjects at HUCE.
• Participate in supervising doctoral students, master's students, and undergraduate students in their projects and theses.
• Collaborate on research projects and participate in scientific conferences.

Mutual benefits and long-term vision

This agreement not only benefits students at Hanoi University of Civil Engineering but also opens opportunities for researchers from both institutes. IBST and VIBM will participate in developing and updating training content to meet societal needs, and will also have access to the university's rich academic resources to collaborate on research projects.

The cooperation agreement, valid for five years, promises to create a sustainable education-research-application ecosystem, promoting knowledge and technology transfer in the construction sector in Vietnam.

Close collaboration with practical organizations such as IBST and VIBM affirms the commitment of Hanoi University of Civil Engineering to continuously innovate and improve the quality of training, providing society with human resources who are not only theoretically proficient but also possess strong practical skills.

Representatives from the three organizations signed the Memorandum of Understanding and Cooperation Agreement.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hoang Tung presented commemorative gifts to Dr. Nguyen Hong Hai - Director of ISBT and Dr. Nguyen Quang Hiep - Director of VIBM, marking the tripartite cooperation event.

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