By TD
TVU – Tra Vinh University students significantly impact the third annual Mekong Delta Student Startup Ideas Competition (INNOBE 2024), held at Kien Giang University on November 22, 2024. The competition is a valuable platform for students to showcase their innovative talents and gain entrepreneurial experience.
The prestigious competition attracts 79 projects from various educational institutions across the Mekong Delta region, involving more than 350 participants. The final round features 52 ideas divided into two categories: 30 university student projects and 22 high school student projects, spanning diverse fields, including agriculture, manufacturing, biology, pharmaceuticals, climate change response, transportation, and environmental protection.
Tra Vinh University students achieve remarkable success with two innovative projects:
The Second Prize was awarded to the “Artificial Wood Production from Rice Straw” project by Son Tran Minh Man, Nguyen Xuan Thanh, and Nguyen Thi Thuy Duong. This innovative solution addresses sustainable wood production by recycling rice straw into durable building materials, offering an eco-friendly alternative to natural wood while reducing agricultural waste.
“We are immensely proud of winning second prize in this regional competition,” says Son Tran Minh Man, team representative. “This achievement represents our hard work and motivates us to pursue our entrepreneurial journey more confidently. We hope our idea will pioneer and inspire more innovations contributing to a circular economy and sustainable development.”
Additionally, the “LucbinhGauze” project by Nguyen Ngoc Nhu Quynh, Duong Chi Linh, Pham Quoc Huy, Truong Minh Loc, and Nguyen Thi Bich Tram secures third place. Their project innovatively transforms water hyacinth into biodegradable medical gauze, addressing environmental concerns and healthcare needs.
INNOBE 2024 represents a significant intellectual and creative platform that bridges startup ideas with market realities. The success of Tra Vinh University’s students demonstrates the institution’s commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among its student body. These achievements contribute to building and promoting the startup ecosystem in the Mekong Delta region while inspiring entrepreneurial spirit among students nationwide.
The competition serves as an incubator for breakthrough ideas. It connects young innovators with opportunities and resources within the innovation ecosystem, helping shape their entrepreneurial journeys and promoting sustainable social development. Tra Vinh University’s success at INNOBE 2024 reinforces its position as a leading institution in nurturing student innovation and entrepreneurship in the Mekong Delta region.
