

TECH59 | From Discovery to Deployment
TECH59 June Edition: From Discovery to Deployment
This June, Tech59 is proud to collaborate with RMIT University Vietnam for a special edition: “From Discovery to Deployment”
This practitioner-focused Research Translation Forum brings together researchers, entrepreneurs, academics, and industry leaders to explore how innovative research can move beyond discovery into real-world industry impact.
The session will showcase global best practices in research translation, entrepreneurial academia, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, while highlighting how academia and industry can work together to solve real-world challenges in Vietnam.
Event Details:
Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: The Sentry C - 15 Le Thanh Ton, Sai Gon Ward
Agenda:
3:00PM - 3:30PM: Registration & Welcome Networking
3:30PM - 5:00PM: Research Translation Workshop Sessions from RMIT Professionals
5:00PM - 6:00PM: TECH59 Check-in
6:00 PM - 7:30PM: Panel Discussion — “From Discovery to Deployment”
7:30PM – 9:00PM: Networking and Closing
What to Expect:
Insightful discussions on research translation and innovation ecosystems
Perspectives from leading academics, entrepreneurs, and industry experts from Vietnam and Australia
Real-world case studies on entrepreneurship, innovation, and industry collaboration
Meaningful networking opportunities with founders, innovators, researchers, and ecosystem builders
Featured Speakers & Panelists:
• Dr. Ashenafi Biru – RMIT Australia
• Cong-Thang Huynh – InnoLab Asia
• A/Prof Hiep Pham – RMIT Vietnam
• Cynthia Maturana – KPMG Vietnam
• Dr. Hai-Nguyen Nguyen – RMIT Vietnam
Join us as we explore the collaborative future of Vietnam–Australia engagement at the intersection of government, academia, entrepreneurship, and industry.
Special thanks to our Community Partners: The Sentry I RMIT I Reactor School | Overseas Vietnamese (OV) | NordCham | Leave a Nest | QTSC | SPARK Hub | DigiEx I BLOCK71
🎟️ If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]