General information:
Space Technology (ST) is a high-tech field considered as “symbol of high-tech strength and competitiveness” of each country in the world.
For developing countries like Vietnam, ST brings practical benefits to the economy and society such as disaster and climate change prevention and mitigation, management and development of natural resources, especially marine resources, agricultural development, establishment of telecommunications and satellite broadcasting infrastructure, satellite positioning applications, etc.
Recognizing the importance of ST in national development, in 2006, the Government approved the “Space Technology Research and Application Strategy to 2020” The goal of this strategy is to elevate Vietnam to a moderately advanced level in the region with the following main tasks:
- Build and refine the legal framework for research and application of ST.
- Build infrastructure for ST.
- Conduct scientific research and technology in space.
- Promote the application of ST.
To enhance the implementation of the Space Technology Research and Application Strategy to 2020, specifically to master the technology for manufacturing small satellites, the Government established the Vietnam National Satellite Center (NSC) under the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST) on September 16, 2011, with the aim of managing, implementing, and receiving the Vietnam Space Center project.
Based on Decree No. 60/2017/ND-CP of the Government, the President of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology issued Decision No. 1035/QD-VHL on June 19, 2017, renaming the Vietnam National Satellite Center to the Vietnam National Space Center effective on July 17, 2017.
Governing body: Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology
Directorate
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Director General:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Anh Tuan, Senior Researcher |
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| Dr. Pham Minh Tuan, Principle Researcher | Dr. Ngo Duy Tan, Principle Researcher | Dr. Lê Xuân Huy, Principle Engineer | Dr. Vu Anh Tuan, Senior Researcher | MsC. Vu Thị Dung, Principle Official |
Functions and Tasks
- Functions:
Vietnam National Space Center (VNSC) has the functions of fundamental research and invesigation, research development and applications, high-quality capacity development and dissemination of knowledge in the field of space science and technology.
- Tasks:
- Receive, manage, implement, and exploit the national key project “Vietnam Space Center”
- Receive, manage, and organize the operation and exploitation of Earth observation satellites of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST).
- Research and develop space technology including: satellite technology, ground station technology, remote sensing technology, satellite positioning technology, automation technology, scientific equipment manufacturing, and related technologies.
- Implement fundamental research and investigations, develop technology and application in space science and technology and related fields.
- Build and develop technology infrastructure, satellite databases, implement national projects, and international cooperation in the fields of space science, space technology and the applications, especially in satellite design, manufacturing, and the development of Earth observation satellite systems.
- Apply and transfer space technology to serve socio-economic development and ensure national defense and security.
- Provide scientific and technological services in the field of space science and technology and other related fields as stipulated by law.
- Develop high-qualified human resources and a team of outstanding engineers and researchers in the field of space science and technology, particularly in satellite technology, remote sensing, and astronomy.
- Promote and disseminate knowledge, organize exhibition and introduction activities, and develop teaching aids to raise community awareness of the importance and benefits of space science and technology in accordance with the law and the VAST’s regulations.
- Promote international cooperation in the field of space science and technology and other related fields.
- Manage the organization and employees in accordance with the law and the VAST’s regulations.
- Manage the finances and assets in accordance with the law and the VAST’s regulations.
- Perform other tasks assigned by the President of VAST.
Human Resources:
| – Total: 157
– Staff: 67 – Contracts: 90 – Associate Professors: 03 |
– Professors: 0
– Ph.D: 27 – Masters: 83 – Bachelors: 36 – Others: 11 |
Organizations:
Vietnam National Space Center consists of 10 specialized departments and 1 Project Management Unit including:
- General Management Department
- Center for Space Technology Research and Development;
- Satellite Manufacturing, Testing, and Operation Center;
- Satellite Data Utilization Center;
- Ho Chi Minh City Space Technology Application Center;
- Center for Astrophysics and Science Exploration;
- Department of Spatial Equipment Fabrication and Autonomous Systems;
- Department of Research and Development of Satellite Technology;
- Department of Remote Sensing Technology, GIS and GPS;
- Centre for Small Satellite Control and Exploitation;
- Vietnam Space Center Project Management Unit.
