News and events

09/10/2025

We often refer to the roles of food in terms of its nutritional function—providing nutrients required for the construction of organs and body components—and its protective role, such as supporting detoxification and anti-aging processes. These functions are mainly attributed to low-molecular-weight compounds that are absorbed into the body. However, food has another important function, namely the ability to stimulate or enhance the immune system.

Scientific Seminar: Advanced Imaging Technology in Life Science Research

29/09/2025

On the morning of September 27, 2025, at the hall of the Faculty of Food Technology, Vietnam National University of Agriculture, a scientific seminar was held under the theme “Advanced Imaging Technology in Life Science Research.” The event was organized by the Research group of Microbiology and Food Safety, featuring a keynote presentation by Dr. Ngo Xuan Kien – Assistant Professor, Nano-Life Science Institute (NanoLSI), Kanazawa University, Japan.

Food safety Animated Series: Building a Food Safety Culture with SAFEGRO

25/09/2025

SAFEGRO is proud to introduce the Food safety Animated Series, a collection of short, easy-to-follow animated videos developed to raise awareness about food safety and hygiene in traditional markets and at home. The series brings to life familiar, everyday situations: from handwashing and keeping stalls clean to storing and handling food properly, preventing cross-contamination, and controlling pests. The core message is simple yet powerful: small actions by both sellers and buyers can protect health, build trust, and contribute to a strong food safety culture.

What We Learned from the Field Study on “Food Value Chain in Japan 2025”

22/09/2025

A practical, meaningful Field Study Program on the Food Value Chain was organized in Japan by the “Project for Human Resource Development in Agriculture and Food-Related Areas through Partnership with Universities in ASEAN Region, Phase 4 (HRD Project)”, with participation from 5 universities in Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand, Brunei, and Malaysia. The delegation from the Faculty of Food Science & Technology at Vietnam National University of Agriculture participated enthusiastically and achieved very positive results.

10 Years Anniversity of The Cooperation between Vietnam National University of Agriculture (Vnua) and The University of Natural Resources And Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU)

08/09/2025

On September 5, 2025, in a solemn and warm atmosphere of friendship, the 10 years Anniversary Ceremony of cooperation in training and research between Vietnam National University of Agriculture (VNUA) and the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), was held in the capital city of Vienna, Austria.

The SAFEGRO Launches Practical Guides for Safe, Sustainable Vegetable Production and Pig Farming

15/08/2025

The Safe Food for Growth (SAFEGRO) Project, funded by the Government of Canada, has officially launched two new technical publications: “Manual on Safe and Sustainable Vegetable Farming Practices” and “Manual on Safe and Sustainable Pig Farming Practices”. Developed through close collaboration between SAFEGRO experts, government regulators, research institutes, agribusinesses, and local authorities, the guides aim to advance Vietnamese agriculture towards greater safety, efficiency, and international integration.

Driving innovation to overcome barriers and enhance agricultural product value

13/08/2025

On August 12, 2025, the Hanoi Department of Agriculture and Environment, in partnership with the Faculty of Food Science and Technology (Research Group on Microbiology and Food Safety) of the Vietnam National University of Agriculture, held a workshop at the Guest House of the Central Party Office on “Application of science, technology, and innovation to enhance post-harvest preservation and processing of agricultural, forestry, and fishery products.” The event is part of the city’s drive toward a modern, sustainable agricultural sector powered by science and technology.

Exploring High-Quality Craft Chocolate Production in Southeast Asia

04/08/2025

On July 28, 2025, the Specialized Research Group "Green Food Technology and Sustainable Development" under the Faculty of Food Technology, Vietnam National University of Agriculture (VNUA), organized a seminar titled “High-quality Craft Chocolate Making in Southeast Asia”, attracting significant interest from scientists, lecturers, and students in the field of food technology.

Food & Beverage Plant Automation Makes Humans Work Differently

31/07/2025

Automation in food & beverage processing certainly is not a new kid on the block. Yet, nearly continuous innovation and ideation around the technology mean companies need to stay up to date on solutions as quickly as they hit the market.

Training course on Vietnam-Japan Food Value Chain: Promoting Cooperation and Sustainable Development

16/07/2025

From June 30th to July 4th, 2025, the Vietnam National University of Agriculture successfully organized a short-term training course on the Food Value Chain in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan and with the coordination of the ASEAN Secretariat. The training course is part of the project "Human Resource Development in Agriculture and Food-related areas through partnership with universities in ASEAN region," expected to significantly contribute to enhancing human resource capacity, promoting exports, and sustainable development of Vietnam's agricultural sector.

Luteolin and some biological activities

14/07/2025

Luteolin is biosynthesized via the phenylpropanoid pathway. The phenylpropanoid pathway begins with the amino acid phenylalanine, which is the end product of the shikimate pathway. The phenylpropanoid pathway produces a variety of compounds including flavonoids, tannins, and lignin

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