DNC - In alignment with Resolution No. 71-NQ/TW (August 22, 2025) of the Central Committee on breakthroughs in education and training, Nam Can Tho University (DNC) continues to expand international partnerships, enhance the quality of education and scientific research, and advance toward global standards.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phillip Tran, Director of the DNC Institute of Health Sciences, takes a commemorative photo at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard University, during the working visit.

On August 24–25, 2025, the DNC delegation—led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phillip Tran, Director of the DNC Institute of Health Sciences and Chairman of the Advisory Council of Nam Can Tho University Hospital-visited and signed cooperation agreements with six universities and institutes across the United States, including Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, one of the world’s leading oncology centers affiliated with Harvard University.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phillip Tran tours the facilities at the Institute.

During the working sessions, the two sides explored and opened new directions for collaboration:

• Developing Phase II of the DNC Oncology Center based on U.S. standards, fostering international connections in research and treatment.
• Advancing medical, pharmacy, and nursing programs to meet international benchmarks, integrating modern clinical skills and research training.
• Expanding faculty and student exchanges between DNC and Harvard University, creating opportunities to access cutting-edge knowledge and technology.
• Strengthening joint research initiatives in biomedical sciences, pharmaceuticals, and oncology treatment.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phillip Tran engages in discussions with experts.

In addition, the delegation toured Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, the Preclinical Hospital System, and the Simulation Center (SimLab)—innovative models that DNC aims to implement in the near future.

This visit laid the foundation for new milestones in cooperation: the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Nam Can Tho University and Harvard University – Dana-Farber, and preparations for the 2nd International Oncology Conference, scheduled for March 2026 in Can Tho City.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phillip Tran takes a commemorative photo with experts.

The Harvard visit not only expanded academic and research collaboration but also marked a significant step toward realizing the goals of Resolution 71-NQ/TW, steadily positioning Nam Can Tho University as a leading center for education, research, and high-quality medical treatment with strong international integration.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phillip Tran takes a commemorative photo during the visit.

Furthermore, the visit opened global opportunities for DNC students—granting access to advanced knowledge, research experiences, and career prospects at world-class healthcare and educational institutions. This reaffirms DNC’s long-term strategy: to stand by its students and proactively expand the doors of international integration, ensuring that every student has the chance to study, research, and grow in a global environment.