Strengthening Industry-Academia Collaborative Research – MOU Signed with Hanoi Architectural University

Summary

• Since 2022, NREV has been conducting industry-academia collaborative research with two major architectural universities in Northern Vietnam.
• In August 2025, NREV signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hanoi Architectural University (HAU), a prestigious institution in the fields of architectural design and urban planning.
• Through this MOU, NREV becomes an official partner of the university, aiming to further strengthen collaborative research between academia and industry.

Background and Details

In August 2025, NREV signed MOU with HAU, initiating full-scale discussions toward collaborative research.

The purpose of this MOU is to enable cooperation in academic and professional fields based on mutual interests. By becoming an official partner of the university, NREV will actively engage not only in joint research but also in student and faculty exchanges, as well as staff capacity-building activities. The agreement is valid for a period of five years.

Through this collaborative research initiative, NREV aims to deepen its understanding of local culture and lifestyle, thereby enhancing its ability to develop products that meet regional needs.

As part of the industry-academia collaboration, NREV conducts design workshops for students based on joint research with the university and invites renowned architects to participate in review sessions and deliver lectures.

NRE’s Industry-Academia Collaboration

NRE’s industry-academia collaboration activities have a proven track record: 20 years in the domestic business division as of 2025, and 10 years in the overseas division, including the period prior to the establishment of the headquarters.

In Vietnam, discussions began in 2022. The outcomes of these research initiatives have been reflected in product planning for NRE’s overseas business, contributing to enhanced product value. These efforts have also led to tangible achievements such as receiving awards from universities and the formulation of design guidelines.

Hanoi Architectural University

Established in 1969, Hanoi Architectural University is one of the oldest universities in Vietnam specializing in the field of architecture. It is recognized as one of the country’s leading institutions in architecture and urban planning.

The university offers faculties in architecture, urban and rural planning, civil engineering, and interior design. It also conducts research in areas such as sustainable architecture and urban planning, heritage conservation, and disaster-resilient architecture.