Tran Trung Tinh, 53, from Tay Ninh, holds a doctorate in electrical engineering. He graduated from Can Tho University in 1997, then pursued further studies in the Netherlands. He earned his master's degree in 2004 and his doctorate in 2007 from Gyeongsang National University, South Korea.

In 2013, he was recognized as an associate professor in electrical engineering. His professional expertise includes electrical engineering, power system planning and operation, with a focus on optimizing power grids and renewable energy.

He began lecturing at the Faculty of Technology, Can Tho University, in 1998. Subsequently, he served as head of the Electrical Engineering Department, deputy dean of the Faculty of Technology, and vice rector of Can Tho University.

During his 11 years as vice rector, from 7/2012 to 11/2023, he also managed a project to upgrade Can Tho University, funded by a loan from the Japanese government. This project focused on developing human resources, research capabilities, and technical infrastructure to support agriculture, aquaculture, and environmental sectors in the Mekong Delta.

He served as rector of Can Tho University from 12/2023 to 5/2026. When the institution transitioned to a university model, he was appointed president of Can Tho University on 25/5.

Associate professor, doctor Tran Trung Tinh. Photo: Can Tho University

The Ministry of Science and Technology is a government agency that manages activities spanning scientific research, technology development, and innovation, as well as intellectual property, standards, measurement, and quality. The ministry also oversees digital infrastructure, including postal services, telecommunications, radio frequency, digital technology industry, artificial intelligence, and national digital transformation.

The current minister of science and technology is associate professor, doctor Vu Hai Quan. The five deputy ministers include Bui Hoang Phuong, Le Xuan Dinh, Pham Duc Long, Hoang Minh, and Tran Trung Tinh.

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