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The International Conference on Biotechnology is a periodic scientific event organized by Ho Chi Minh City Open University. Inheriting the success of the previous 1st and 2nd conferences, the 3rd event will be hosted by the Faculty of Biotechnology and the Center for Life Science Research, Ho Chi Minh City Open University on 8th May 2025. This international forum for scientists, lecturers, students, and biotechnology enthusiasts will present recent findings in biotechnology, exchange ideas, and foster collaboration. The event also marks the 35th anniversary of Ho Chi Minh City Open University (15/06/1990 – 15/06/2025).

Aims and Scope

The 3rd International Conference on Biotechnology at Ho Chi Minh City Open University 2025 aims to provide a dynamic and inclusive platform for researchers, academics, industry professionals, and students globally to share their latest research findings, innovative ideas, and advancements in biotechnology. The conference seeks to foster collaboration, encourage interdisciplinary dialogue, and promote the application of biotechnological innovations for the betterment of society.

The conference covers a wide range of topics within the domain of biotechnology, including but not limited to:

  • Agricultural and Environmental Biotechnology.
  • Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
  • Food Biotechnology

Invited speakers

  1. Prof. Dang Thi Phuong Thao, University of Science, VNU-HCM, Vietnam
  2. Prof. Chin Ping Tan, University Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
  3. Prof. Arinthip Thamchaipenet, Kasetsart University, Thailand
  4. Asst. Prof. Teerasak E-Kobon, Kasetsart University, Thailand
  5. Dr. Govin P Rao, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, India

Committees

Conference Organizer and Editorial Board

Steering committee

  1. Prof. Nguyen Minh Ha, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  2. Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Thuan, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  3. Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Ngoc Bao Chau, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Conference scientific executive and advisory committee

  1. Prof. Le Huyen Ai Thuy, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  2. Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Ngoc Bao Chau, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  3. Assoc. Prof. Dang Thanh Dung, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  4. Assoc. Prof. Lao Duc Thuan, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  5. Dr. Le Thi Truc Linh, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  6. Dr. Le Quang Anh Tuan, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  7. Dr. Nguyen Tran Dong Phuong, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  8. Dr. Nguyen Thi Le Thuy, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  9. Dr. Bui Phu Nam Anh, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  10. MSc. Duong Nhat Linh, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  11. MSc. Nguyen Van Minh, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  12. MSc. Ta Dang Khoa, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Program and conference chairs 

  1. Prof. Tran Linh Thuoc, University of Science, VNU-HCM
  2. Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Bao Quoc, Nong Lam University
  3. Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Ngoc Bao Chau, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  4. Assoc. Prof. Dang Thanh Dung, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  5. Assoc. Prof. Lao Duc Thuan, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  6. Dr. Le Thi Truc Linh, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  7. Dr. Ho Bao Thuy Quyen, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  8. Dr. Nguyen Hoai Nguyen, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  9. Dr. Ly Thi Minh Hien, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  10. Dr. Truong Kim Phuong, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Registration & Fee

  • Registration fees for all participants are fully waived.

   Registration for Oral and Poster Presentation

   Registration for Full-text Publication

  • Participants are advised to register in advance (by 00:00, 28th February 2025). Please click here (https://forms.gle/VSSXkxqgXUwmPaXx7) to submit your full-text.
  • Full-texts will be published in the special issue(s) of: HO CHI MINH CITY OPEN UNIVERSITY JOURNAL OF SCIENCE – ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (ISSN: 1859 – 3453, indexed by The State Council for Professor of Viet Nam).
  • Please find the information on the journal’s website at HCMCOUJS.
  • Full-text publication fee: 1,000,000 VND (one million dong).
  • Please follow the journal’s instructions (HCMCOUJS guidelines for authors) for full-text preparation guidelines.

Award

  • Celebrate innovation and creativity! Join us at the conference and stand a chance to win the Best Poster Award for outstanding research presentation!
  • Calling all young scientists! Showcase your talent and compete for the Best Student Presentation Award to highlight your exceptional work and contribute to the field of biotechnology!

Conference program

Part 1

Time/Venue

The main entrance and Hall 602

7:30 – 8:00

Registration

8:00 – 8:30

Opening Ceremony

8:30 – 9:30

Plenary Session 

9:30 – 9:50

Break & Poster viewing

9:50 – 11:30

Plenary Session (continue)

11:30 – 13:00

Lunch break

Part 2

Time/Venue

Hall 602

Room 601

Room 603

Room 120

13:00 – 15:00

Agricultural and Environmental Biotechnology Session

Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Session

Food Biotechnology Session

Workshop for Students Session

15:00 – 15:20

Break & Poster viewing

15:20 – 16:40

Agricultural and Environmental Biotechnology Session

Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Session

Food Biotechnology Session

Workshop for Students Session

Part 3

Time/Venue

Hall 602 and Room 120

16:40 – 17:00

Break, Poster viewing, and Poster assessment

17:00 – 17:30

Closing Ceremony: Best Poster Award; Best Student Presentation Award; and Closing Remarks

Conference venue & date

  • Venue: Ho Chi Minh City Open University, 97 Vo Van Tan Street, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • Date: 8th May 2025 (Thursday)
  • Time: 7:30 to 17:30

Important dates

  • Registration and abstract submission (oral or poster presentation) deadline: 15th February 2025
  • Full-text submission deadline: 28th February 2025
  • Notification of acceptance: 2nd April 2025
  • Conference date: 8th May 2025

Organizer

Organizer

Faculty of Biotechnology, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Center for Life Science Research, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Co-Organizers

Ho Chi Minh City Open University Journal of Science, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Office of Administration, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Office of Cooperation and Research Managerment, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Office of Finance – Accounting, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Office of Student Affairs, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Office of Human Resources, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Office of Academic Affairs, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Office of Testing and Quality Assurances, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Health Clinic, Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Contact us

  • Ms. Doan Thi Quynh Hoa, Faculty of Biotechnology, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  • MSc. Nguyen Duy Khanh, Faculty of Biotechnology, Ho Chi Minh City Open University
  • Email: ou.biotech.conference@gmail.com 
  • Phone: (08) 39.300.210
  • Fax: (84-8) 39.300.085