Nine Vietnamese scientists have been officially selected by the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng) to join LIF Global 2026 – Leaders in Innovation Fellowships. This marks the second consecutive year that KisStartup serves as the national partner of the programme, and the 10th year Vietnam has participated in this prestigious global initiative.
LIF Global – A rare opportunity for scientists to step out of the laboratory
LIF Global focuses on building entrepreneurial capacity, providing mentorship, and expanding networks for scientists who possess research outcomes with prototypes and strong commercialization potential.
Over 8 months, participants engage in approximately 20 days of online training with international experts and 14 days in the United Kingdom, immersing themselves in one of the world’s leading innovation and startup ecosystems.
What makes LIF Global unique is that it:
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Does not require equity or intellectual property rights,
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Covers almost all participation costs,
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Helps scientists not only “bring research to market” but also build sustainable, environmentally responsible, and socially meaningful business models.
In 2025, ten Vietnamese scientists were selected for the programme. Seven of them travelled to the UK and returned with concrete outcomes: expanded international networks, invitations to open overseas branches, investment opportunities, additional operational funding, and well-defined next steps for commercialization and global market expansion.
Building on that foundation, the selection of nine Vietnamese scientists for LIF Global 2026 once again highlights the quality and depth of Vietnam’s research community—especially in biotechnology, climate-smart agriculture, biomedical science, road safety, and climate data services.
Congratulations and Expectations
KisStartup proudly congratulates:
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Luu Nguyen Phu Thuong – Van Lang University
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Anh Tuan Tran – Lemit Foods
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Mai Linh Dinh – Hanoi University of Science and Technology
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TRAN TU – Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology
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Phuong-Thao Tran – Hanoi University of Pharmacy
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Hoang Nguyen – University of Science, VNU-HCM
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Hieu Tran-Van – University of Science, VNU-HCM
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Thi Mai Huong To – University of Science and Technology of Hanoi (USTH)
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Thi Kim Cuc Nguyen – Thuyloi University
About the LIF Programme
The Leaders in Innovation Fellowships (LIF), run by the Royal Academy of Engineering, supports talented entrepreneurs in transforming engineering innovations into sustainable businesses that tackle environmental, economic, and social challenges. The programme equips entrepreneurs with startup and growth skills, facilitates investment readiness, and connects them to a global network of researchers, investors, and industry leaders.
The programme charges no fees and requires no equity or intellectual property rights.
About KisStartup
KisStartup is a pioneer in Vietnam in the commercialization of scientific research, connecting scientists, businesses, and international organizations. Since 2025, KisStartup has partnered with the Royal Academy of Engineering to advance the LIF Global programme in Vietnam. In 2025, ten Vietnamese projects were selected, with seven successfully completing the programme.
We are committed to serving as an effective bridge between Vietnamese scientists and the UK innovation ecosystem, helping elevate Vietnam’s research commercialization to the international stage.
LIF Programme Contact in Vietnam
Email: hello@kisstartup.com | minh@kisstartup.com | phong.kisstartup@gmail.com
Hotline: +84 879 300 303 (Mr. Phong)
