The Australia-Vietnam Strategic Technologies Centre is thrilled to launch its Call for Proposals, offering a groundbreaking opportunity for talented Vietnamese academics and scientists to pioneer strategic technologies research and real-world applications in collaboration with Australian partners.

05 Exclusive Seed Grants are available to support innovative research projects that will push the boundaries of next-generation connectivity empowered by 5G/6G, AI, cybersecurity, semiconductor and their transformative impact on industries and society. Each successful application will receive seed funding of AUD $15,000. Candidates can work individually but are encouraged to work in a team and collaboration with Australian partners.
This is your chance to lead breakthrough discoveries, contribute to global innovation, and strengthen Vietnam-Australia research ties in strategic technologies. Apply now and be part of the movement shaping the digital future!

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Applicants must be Vietnamese, at least 18 years old, and living in Vietnam.
  • Excellent contributions and achievements for the development of Enabling Technologies for Digital Transformation.
  • Grants are awarded for research in strategic technologies and related fields, such as AI, 5G/6G, IoT, Semi-conductor, Cyber Security and Privacy, Quantum, Blockchain, and Satellite.

We will prioritize applications with potential impacts, especially in collaboration with industry partners. The candidates must submit the proposal based on the template (next page). Any questions should be sent to jrcvn@uts.edu.au. All documents must be submitted in PDF format (incomplete or late submissions will not be considered). The successful candidate will be informed via email by 8 May 2025 and invited to participate in 2025 Australia-Vietnam Strategic Technologies Workshop on Advanced Technologies for the Future of Connectivity to introduce the project on 11-12 June 2025.

Submit proposal via email: jrcvn@uts.edu.au with subject: AVSTC_grant

For more information email: jrcvn@uts.edu.au

DEADLINE: 28 April 2025

Template: Proposal Application Guidelines

Attachment: Australia-Vietnam Strategic Technologies Centre CALL FOR GRANT PROPOSALS