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VinFuture Foundation announces 2025 Sci-Tech Week
The 2025 Sci-Tech Week will feature seven key activities: “Inspirational Talks: The Next Breakthrough,” “Science for Life Symposia,” “VinFuture Discovery Talk Series,” “The Foliage V – The Touch of Science,” “2025 VinFuture Prize Award Ceremony,” “A Dialogue with the 2025 VinFuture Prize Laureates,” and “Presidents Forum on Disruptive Innovations in Higher Education.”
At the heart of the event is the 2025 VinFuture Prize Award Ceremony, held on the evening of December 5, 2025, at the Ho Guom Opera House (Hanoi). The ceremony honors outstanding scientific achievements that have created positive and enduring impacts for millions—even billions—of people worldwide. This year, the Prize will honor scientific achievements that embody and advance the values of “Rising and Thriving” for humanity, in complete alignment with the theme and powerfully reaffirming VinFuture’s mission to celebrate human intellect, champion humanistic values, and elevate the pursuit of a better life for all.
Alongside the Award Ceremony are six accompanying activities, beginning with the “Inspirational Talks: The Next Breakthrough” on the morning of December 2, 2025. This session convenes leading scientists and experts to share their perspectives on the technological trends poised to shape the world in the decades to come, enriched by compelling presentations and dynamic, visually immersive demonstrations.
Following this is the “Science for Life” Symposia, taking place from December 2 to 4, 2025, and offering five deep-dive panel discussions on the pressing issues of our time: “Global Frontiers – AI Ethics and Safety for Humanity,” “Advances in Disease Detection, Diagnosis & Treatment,” “Innovation in Agriculture & Food,” “Intelligent Robotics & Automation,” and “Science and Innovation for a Sustainable Future,” all bringing together distinguished experts from across the globe. Notably, leading figures of the AI and Internet era — Prof. Geoffrey Hinton and Prof. Yoshua Bengio (VinFuture Grand Prize Laureates 2024), as well as Dr. Vinton Cerf (VinFuture Grand Prize Laureate 2022) — will deliver profound messages through pre-recorded videos on the role of science in advancing humanity.
The next highlight is the “VinFuture Discovery Talk Series,” expanded to include 10 universities and research institutes nationwide, offering tens of thousands of students, faculty members, and researchers the opportunity to engage directly with and be inspired by the world’s leading scientists.
Following the Award Ceremony is “A Dialogue with the 2025 VinFuture Prize Laureates,” an all-day event on December 6 at VinUniversity. In the morning, the laureates will share their expertise, experiences, and research journeys with the scientific community and the wider public in Vietnam, followed by specialized afternoon sessions tailored for young scientists and enterprises committed to translating research into practical applications.
Also on December 6, VinUniversity will host the “Presidents Forum on Disruptive Innovations in Higher Education” bringing together leading figures in education from Vietnam and around the world to discuss the future of teaching and learning, as well as the pioneering role of Vietnamese universities in this new era of innovation.
Alongside the scientific programs, a notable highlight is the exhibition “The Foliage V – The Touch of Science,” marking the first collaboration between two non-profit institutions: the VinFuture Foundation and the Vincom Center for Contemporary Art (VCCA). The exhibition celebrates groundbreaking discoveries, advanced materials, and scientific achievements that have accompanied humanity’s sustainable development, presented through large-scale artworks created by some of Vietnam’s most prominent contemporary artists. Taking place from December 2, 2025, to February 28, 2026, the exhibition offers a journey that connects the public with science through artistic expression and rich multisensory experiences.
From an initiative born in Vietnam, the VinFuture Prize has, by 2025, completed five award seasons, presenting 20 prizes to 20 groundbreaking scientific achievements by 48 researchers from five continents. These award-winning works have each made profound contributions to human progress. Notably, several VinFuture Laureates have subsequently been recognized with prestigious international distinctions such as the Nobel Prize, the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering, and the Breakthrough Prize—affirming the Prize’s pioneering role and forward-thinking vision.
The VinFuture Prize, together with the VinFuture Sci-Tech Week, not only forges a vital channel connecting Vietnam’s scientific and technological breakthroughs with the global community, but has also evolved into a distinguished emblem of openness and international scientific cooperation—positioning Vietnam not only as a dynamic crossroads of knowledge, but as an illuminating beacon that inspires humanity’s shared pursuit of progress.
Notable scientists participating in the “Science for Life” Symposia (December 2–4, 2025):
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SkinLab The Medical Spa Recognised at the 2026 Singapore Retailers Association Awards (SRA) for Excellence in Beauty and Cosmetics
For SkinLab, this reflects two decades of building a holistic beauty ecosystem spanning medical aesthetics, skin health, and wellness, under Dr Kelvin Chua, Senior Medical Director and Founder of SL Aesthetic Group. Treatments are personally developed by Dr Chua to address different skin concerns, such as acne, pigmentation, sensitivity, rosacea, dryness, and ageing. The medical spa also offers a range of skincare products formulated for Singapore’s humid climate and to support long-term skin health.
With 10 outlets islandwide, SkinLab has cared for more than 100,000 customers through this model of doctor-designed care. As no two skin conditions present the same way, each treatment can be customised to individual needs and preferences.
SkinLab has also been recognised by Harper’s BAZAAR, HerWorld, and Singapore Women’s Weekly for treatments targeting deep hydration, rejuvenation, and complexion correction. Behind these treatment outcomes are medical-grade technologies, including the LDM Triple, a triple-frequency ultrasound that targets multiple skin depths simultaneously; FDA-approved Lumenis M22 IPL system for photorejuvenation and pigmentation; Onda Pro with Coolwaves™ technology for body contouring; and the globally-recognised HydraFacial.
The medical spa continuously invests in technology that improves the customer experience, including using AI-assisted skin analysis to support consultations alongside chatbot-based scheduling to reduce waiting time and streamline appointment bookings.
SkinLab’s commitment to holistic care extends beyond treatment sessions, promoting skin health literacy educational content and workshops with doctors from sister brand SL Aesthetic Clinic.
“This award is a valuable milestone that reflects how far SkinLab The Medical Spa has grown as a brand,” says Dr Chua. “From the very start, our brand was designed with the customer at the centre, and that principle continues to guide every treatment developed and every experience delivered moving forward. The brand remains committed to advancing medical-led facial treatments that address a wide range of skin concerns more effectively.”
Looking ahead, SkinLab The Medical Spa remains committed to advancing its medical-led approach to skin health, continuing to explore and adopt clinically validated technologies to deliver more individualised care while reinforcing its commitment to clinical excellence across all its outlets.
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About SkinLab The Medical Spa
SkinLab The Medical Spa brings together the attentive, understated service of a world-class spa with medically grounded aesthetic science. As the dedicated medical spa brand of SL Aesthetic Group, SkinLab focuses on non-invasive facial treatments for acne, pigmentation, sensitive skin, and overall skin rejuvenation, delivering evidence-based care that supports long-term skin health.
Founded in the 2000s, SL Aesthetic Group is a healthcare and aesthetics group specialising in skin and hair health, women’s wellness, and holistic medicine. Its portfolio includes SL Aesthetic Clinic, a doctor-led medical aesthetics practice; SkinLab The Medical Spa; TrichoLab, a specialist hair and scalp centre; PROLOGUE, a women’s wellness and lifestyle medical clinic; and Euphie Skin Solutions in Malaysia. Across its network of clinics and outlets, the Group offers a comprehensive range of FDA-approved aesthetic and medical treatments, all supervised by trained and certified healthcare professionals holding Certificates of Competency (COC) recognised by the Aesthetic Practice Oversight Committee (APOC).
SkinLab The Medical Spa operates 10 locations across Singapore, including its flagship medical spa at Wheelock Place, while SL Aesthetic Group has a network of more than 20 clinics and outlets across Singapore and Malaysia.
The launch ceremony was attended by Mr. Do Quang Thai, First Secretary of the Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in the Kingdom of Denmark, together with representatives from leading Danish organizations, including 3F, Dansk Erhverv, DPT and Carnegie Investment Bank, alongside strategic partners and industry stakeholders from the transport, technology, energy, finance and infrastructure sectors.
As one of the world’s leading cities in sustainable urban mobility, Copenhagen was chosen as Green SM’s first European market. Here, the company aims to complement the city’s existing transport network by offering another reliable, fully electric mobility option for residents and visitors alike.
In Denmark, the company operates a fully electric fleet of VinFast VF 6 and VF 8 vehicles, serving a wide range of everyday urban travel needs. Unlike many ride-hailing platforms that primarily connect passengers with independent drivers, Green SM directly owns and manages its fleet and oversees driver operations to help ensure consistent service quality and customer experience. During the initial phase of operations, Green SM will focus on establishing a reliable local operation, ensuring full compliance with Danish regulations, and continuously improving its service based on feedback from customers, drivers, and other stakeholders.
Delivering a safe, professional, and consistent customer experience begins with Green SM’s drivers. Before serving customers, every driver completes comprehensive training in road safety, customer service, operating procedures, and electric vehicle operation. Together with ongoing training and a robust local operations system, this helps ensure every journey reflects the high standards Green SM is committed to delivering.
Customers can book rides through the Green SM app, available on the App Store and Google Play. Fares are displayed before each trip is confirmed, and electronic receipts are issued automatically at the end of every journey. To mark its launch in Copenhagen, Green SM is offering new customers five (5) vouchers worth 25% off each trip, up to a maximum discount of 100 DKK per ride throughout the Grand Launch period from July 30 to September 30, 2026.
Richard Nabil Chahine, CEO of Green SM Europe, said: “Cities shape the future of mobility long before companies do. Copenhagen is one of those cities. That is why beginning our European journey here carries special meaning for Green SM. We come with deep respect for the standards already established here, drawing on what we have learned from serving millions of journeys across Asia. Our ambition is simple: to become a trusted mobility partner by delivering safe, professional and fully electric journeys that people can rely on every day. If we earn that trust, growth will naturally follow.”
Green SM’s expansion into Europe reflects the company’s long-term approach to international growth. Rather than prioritising rapid expansion, Green SM focuses on building well-structured local operations, adapting its services to local market needs, and earning trust through consistently reliable service.
With its fully electric fleet and low-emission operating model, Green SM hopes to contribute to Denmark’s long-standing ambitions for more sustainable mobility while providing another practical transport choice for everyday journeys.
Founded in Vietnam in 2023, Green SM currently operates in Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia, the Philippines, India and Kazakhstan. Through its fully electric fleet, technology platform and consistent operating standards, the company is steadily expanding internationally while adapting its services to local market needs.
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The collaboration marks a significant moment for Taiwan’s international media presence, as the completion of Gaudí’s vision draws global attention to one of the world’s most visited cultural landmarks. NHK has documented the construction of the Sagrada Família for decades, building a relationship of trust with the basilica’s team that enabled joint coverage.
TVBS crews filmed in areas rarely accessible to media, including the crypt where Gaudí is buried, architectural workshops, and key structural sections of the basilica. The team conducted interviews with architects and experts involved in the project during preparations for the inauguration ceremony. Construction on the church began in 1882, one year before Gaudí took over as chief architect.
Taiwanese actress Lin Chi-ling joined the reporting team in Barcelona as a cultural ambassador for the project. Lin met with architects and experts to explore the basilica through the perspectives of architecture, aesthetics, and cultural heritage. Her involvement added a cultural dimension to the coverage beyond conventional architectural reporting.
The coverage brought together partners from Taiwan’s technology and financial sectors. HTC, through its VIVE Arts initiative, contributed its immersive experience “Gaudí, the Atelier of the Divine.” The virtual reality program allows audiences to explore Gaudí’s architectural world in new ways, transcending geographical and physical boundaries.
TS Financial Holding Co., Ltd., which has long supported arts and cultural exchange, sponsored the live broadcast. The company cited values of integrity, innovation, and sustainability in joining the project. The cross-sector collaboration extended Taiwan’s cultural advocacy onto the international stage, connecting the 144-year architectural endeavor to audiences in Taiwan and Chinese-speaking communities worldwide.
TVBS integrated AI-powered real-time translation technology throughout the live coverage, facilitating multilingual communication across international production teams. The project showcased Taiwan’s ability to connect industries and communities across borders. TVBS, NHK, HTC, and TS Financial Holding Co., Ltd., together documented a defining milestone in the Sagrada Família’s history.
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