Three young Vietnamese doctors have been recognized for their significant contributions in the fields of research, epidemiological surveillance, and public health protection.
Dr. Truong Thuy Dung, 33, from the Pasteur Institute in Ho Chi Minh City, was recognized for her research applying data analytics to measles prevention and control. Her work has significantly improved disease forecasting and response effectiveness.
Dr. Pham Van Khang, 37, from the National Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, focused his studies on measles epidemiology and disease risk assessment, providing essential data that supports surveillance and immunization efforts.
Dr. Le Hoang Thieu, 33, from the Pasteur Institute in Nha Trang, was honored for his research on rabies in humans and other infectious diseases. His work has made meaningful contributions to disease prevention and control in Vietnam.
The "40 under 40" program is an initiative of the global Pasteur Network to celebrate outstanding young scientists worldwide. This is the first time the program has been announced during the annual meeting of the global Pasteur Institutes, held from October 21 to 24 in Ho Chi Minh City.
The conference brings together hundreds of scientists, experts, and healthcare leaders from around the world and from various Pasteur Institutes to discuss strategic directions in research, collaboration, and global public health response.
In its 66th edition, this is the first time the global Pasteur Network's annual meeting has been held in Asia, and in Vietnam.
Vietnam currently has three official members in the global Pasteur Network: the National Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, the Pasteur Institute in Ho Chi Minh City, and the Pasteur Institute in Nha Trang.
These institutes have played vital roles in epidemiological surveillance, disease prevention, vaccine research, and numerous regional and global collaborations.
Their achievements not only demonstrate Vietnam's scientific capacity but also reaffirm the country's strong commitment to advancing medical research and ensuring global health security.