With notable contributions in research and education digital transformation, Dr. Hoang Anh Duc has been elected as a member of the Global Young Academy (GYA) for the 2025–2030 term.

The Global Young Academy has officially announced its newest cohort of 45 members, selected from 32 countries across various scientific disciplines.

Dr. Hoang Anh Duc, a researcher at RMIT University Vietnam and CEO of the Sky-Line Education System, joins the ranks of this prestigious international academy.

The new members will be formally introduced at the opening ceremony of the GYA Annual General Meeting, scheduled for June 10.

Over their five-year term, members will engage in shaping international science policy, supporting the development of young researchers in their countries, and participating in global scientific education initiatives across a wide range of topics.

Dr. Duc is the fifth Vietnamese scholar to be elected to the Global Young Academy.

Speaking to VietNamNet, Dr. Hoang Anh Duc expressed deep gratitude and honor at being elected to the GYA.

“For me, this is not just a personal achievement - it marks the beginning of a new journey of learning. Being the fifth Vietnamese to join this global network offers a valuable opportunity to connect, collaborate, and share knowledge and resources with the international community of young scientists. I believe true strength lies in the collective efforts of people who are committed to addressing global challenges. Together, we can help build a more sustainable and beautiful world,” he said.

Dr. Duc sees his new role as a chance to learn from outstanding colleagues around the world while contributing insights and experiences from Vietnam to the broader conversation on building a sustainable and inclusive future.

One of his key focus areas at the Global Young Academy will be to further develop the Open Science Working Group, which aims to promote open-access policies and practices in scientific research.

He also encouraged young Vietnamese researchers to be bold in sharing, connecting, and collaborating.

“The era of solitary scientists working behind closed doors is fading. Modern science demands multidimensional openness - from sharing data and research methods to ensuring transparency and accessibility of findings. When we open our knowledge to others, we benefit not only our peers but also society as a whole. Open science accelerates knowledge creation and builds public trust in science, especially in an age of widespread misinformation,” Dr. Duc noted.

Thanh Hung