FUNDGO PARTICIPATES IN SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE ON INNOVATION IN UNIVERSITY ENVIRONMENTS

On the afternoon of December 16, 2025, FUNDGO Creative Startup Investment Fund participated in the scientific conference "Innovation in Universities: Awareness and Action" organized by the Department of Science and Technology - Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy. The event served as an important academic and practical forum, contributing to promoting innovative thinking, strengthening connections between universities, businesses, and investment funds, and aiming to build a sustainable innovation ecosystem in the fields of education and healthcare.

The workshop attracted a large number of delegates, including school leaders, scientists, innovation experts, business representatives, investment funds, and the research and startup community. In the context of innovation being considered a key driver of socio-economic development, especially in the healthcare sector, the workshop opened up many new, practical, and highly applicable perspectives.

Scientific Conference – Forum for Connecting Knowledge and Action

The workshop "Innovation in Universities: Awareness and Action" was organized with the goal of raising awareness of the role of innovation in the university environment, while promoting concrete solutions to deepen scientific research, technology transfer, and innovative entrepreneurship, linking them to the practical needs of society.

The seminar program includes many important thematic topics, focusing on issues such as:

• Solutions to foster innovation ecosystems in the healthcare and education sectors.

• The role of innovation in the development of modern higher education.

• Connecting scientific research with technology transfer and product commercialization.

• Practical experience from businesses and investment funds in supporting innovation.

Through in-depth discussions and sharing sessions, the workshop created an open exchange space among stakeholders, thereby contributing to the formation of actionable thinking and transforming awareness into concrete models and solutions.

FUNDGO Fund's Involvement – Perspectives from Investors and Businesses

Attending the workshop, Mr. Le Hoa Nha, Deputy General Director of FUNDGO Foundation, directly participated and presented a paper on the topic: "Solutions for implementing innovation in the current healthcare sector – A perspective from an entrepreneur".

Mr. Le Hoa Nha's presentation offered practical insights, stemming from his experience supporting innovative startup projects, particularly in the fields of healthcare and applied technology. In his presentation, the FUNDGO representative emphasized that innovation in healthcare goes beyond mere ideas or scientific research, requiring a comprehensive support ecosystem, including:

• Mechanisms for connecting scientists and businesses.
• Appropriate investment capital for each stage of the project's development.
• Support in refining business models, legal frameworks, and commercialization strategies.
• Long-term partnership to bring products and solutions to market sustainably.

The meaning and value of the workshop

The workshop "Innovation in Universities: Awareness and Action" left many positive impressions, not only from an academic perspective but also in terms of its applicability and potential for dissemination. The event contributed to:

• Raising awareness of the role of innovation in higher education.
• Fostering a spirit of action, transforming ideas into practical solutions.
• Strengthening multidimensional connections among stakeholders in the innovation ecosystem.
• Creating a foundation for collaborative activities in research, investment, and entrepreneurship.

Through its participation and professional contributions at the conference, FUNDGO Innovation Startup Investment Fund continues to affirm its role as a reliable partner for educational institutions, the business community, and innovative projects.

In the coming period, FUNDGO aims to continue expanding cooperation with universities, research institutes, and businesses, focusing on supporting projects with high applicability and creating sustainable value for society, especially in the fields of healthcare and education. Partnering with academic and practical activities like this workshop is part of FUNDGO's long-term strategy to contribute to building a professional, efficient, and sustainable innovation ecosystem in Vietnam.