60HN – ASPARNet Final Meeting: Strengthening Collaborative Networks for Antimicrobial Stewardship and Sustainable Development in Vietnam
On July 16, 2026, the Final Network Meeting of hospitals implementing Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) programme under the 60HN–ASPARNet project was held at the National Hospital for Tropical Diseases (NHTD). The meeting brought together the leadership of NHTD, representatives from the Department of Health of Dong Thap and Phu Tho provinces, leaders from the 12 network hospitals, experts from NHTD, Hanoi University of Pharmacy, Vietnam National Children’s Hospital, the Oxford University Clinical Research Unit (OUCRU), as well as project partners and research staff. The meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on ASPARNet implementation across Phu Tho and Dong Thap provinces, share lessons learned, assess the project’s initial impact, and discuss strategies for sustaining and expanding the network in the future.
Building research leadership: How MODRA supported Dr Sabina Dongol’s journey to securing international research funding
Dr Sabina Dongol, a member of the first MODRA cohort, has secured a Wellcome Infectious Disease Clinical Trial Development Award as lead applicant and contributed to a successful CARB-X proposal. She reflects on how mentorship, training, and collaboration through MODRA helped strengthen her research leadership and prepare her to pursue competitive international funding.
MODRA cohort 1 where they are now and what comes next (Part 3)
Eighteen months after joining MODRA, our first fellows are leading projects, winning grants, and building new collaborations across the region.
MODRA Cohort 1: Where they are now and what comes next? (part 2)
Eighteen months after joining MODRA, our first fellows are leading projects, winning grants, and building new collaborations across the region.
Professor Lê Văn Tấn appointed Interim Director of OUCRU Ho Chi Minh City
We are pleased to announce that Professor Lê Văn Tấn has been appointed Interim Director of OUCRU Ho Chi Minh City, with effect from 24 June.
Strengthening Vaccine Communication Capacity: OUCRU and NIHE Deliver Training of Trainers Programme for National Vaccine Trainers
On 5–6 May 2026, the Oxford University Clinical Research Unit (OUCRU) successfully delivered a two-day Training of Trainers (ToT) on Vaccine Communication Skills at the National Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology (NIHE) in Hanoi. The training aimed to strengthen the capacity of national trainers responsible for supporting vaccine communication and consultation skills among healthcare workers across Vietnam.
Building Genomics Capacity for Vietnam’s Public Health and Research Community
From 11–15 May 2026, the Molecular Epidemiology Group at OUCRU hosted the “Beginner Course on Microbial Genomics: Applications & Research” in Ho Chi Minh City, bringing together around 40 participants from hospitals, public health institutions, and universities across Vietnam.
MODRA Cohort 1: Where they are now and what comes next?
Eighteen months after joining MODRA, our first fellows are leading projects, winning grants, and building new collaborations across the region.
iSHARP – Integrated Stewardship in Hospitals for Antimicrobial Resistance Control Platform
Hospital-acquired infections and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) remain major challenges for the healthcare system in Viet Nam. Although the Ministry of Health has issued multiple national strategies and guidelines on antimicrobial stewardship (AMS), infection prevention and control (IPC), and AMR surveillance up to 2030, implementation at provincial and district hospitals still faces certain challenges, particularly in the context of uneven resources and infrastructure. In practice, hospitals already operate multiple data systems that mainly serve specific professional purposes; as a result, data connectivity and integrated use across systems have not yet been fully harmonized or optimized.
Network meeting of hospitals implementing the Antimicrobial Stewardship programme in Dong Thap in March 2026
The study titled “Evaluating Antimicrobial Stewardship strategies and capacity building through Participatory Action Research and a Network approach in Vietnam” (60HN – ASPARNet) continues to implement activities to promote Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) programmes across hospitals participating in the network.
Integration of Infection Prevention and Control into the Antimicrobial Stewardship Programme – 60HN ASPARNet
The study titled “Evaluating Antimicrobial Stewardship strategies and capacity building through Participatory Action Research and a Network approach in Vietnam” (60HN – ASPARNet) continues to implement key activities to promote AMS programmes across hospitals participating in the network.
Audit & Feedback: A core AMS activity for bettercare and safer hospitals
In hospitals, ensuring high-quality treatment is always a top priority so that patients receive safe and effective care. To maintain this standard, routinely reviewing the treatment process is essential, helping hospitals promptly identify areas that may need adjustment and continuously improve the way care is delivered.
From MODRA to Wellcome Sanger Fellowship: Dr Le Thanh Hoang Nhat reflects on Growth and Connection
Dr Nhat, a MODRA alumnus, has been awarded the Wellcome Sanger Fellowship. Reflecting on his journey, he highlights how mentorship, regional collaboration and focused training through MODRA helped shape a competitive research proposal and strengthen his direction as an independent researcher.
Professor Sir Nicholas White OBE KCMG FRS
OUCRU bersama University of Oxford dan Nuffield Department of Medicine menyampaikan duka cita yang mendalam atas wafatnya Profesor Sir Nicholas White, seorang klinisi dan ilmuwan terkemuka yang diakui secara internasional sebagai tokoh paling berpengaruh dalam pengobatan malaria di dunia. Karyanya telah memberikan kontribusi yang bertahan lama bagi riset kesehatan global dan menyelamatkan jutaan jiwa. Simpati kami tertuju kepada keluarga beliau pada masa duka ini.
“AMR Ambassador” Competition: When Students Become Voices Against Antimicrobial Resistance
The OUCRU Hanoi Research Team and the PCE team, in collaboration with the Students’ Clinical Pharmacy Club, Hanoi University of Pharmacy successfully conducted the AMR Ambassador Competition on Monday, 12 January 2026, at Kim Lien High School, Hanoi.
OUCRU Wrapped 2025: Turning research into real-world impact
In 2025, OUCRU research helped shape clinical guidelines, refine treatment decisions, strengthen research capacity, and support the next generation of health researchers across Asia and beyond.
Building an entrepreneurship mindset for researchers at OUCRU
OUCRU hosted a three-day participatory workshop on Building an Entrepreneurship Mindset for Researchers, equipping early-career researchers from Vietnam, Indonesia and Nepal with practical tools to translate research into real-world impact.
Building Lasting Impact: Professor Guy Thwaites’ Legacy at OUCRU
Over more than a decade of leadership, Professor Guy Thwaites helped steer the Oxford University Clinical Research Unit through a period of strategic growth and increasing global relevance. Under his direction, OUCRU strengthened its focus on research driven by clinical need, expanded its regional footprint, and deepened its contribution to tackling some of the most pressing infectious disease challenges in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Pergantian Kepemimpinan OUCRU per 1 Januari 2026
Professor Guy Thwaites, Direktur Program OUCRU sejak 2013, akan mengundurkan diri dari posisinya pada 31 Desember 2025. Masa Professor Thwaites di OUCRU diwarnai oleh kepemimpinan serta dedikasi yang luar biasa […]
Community Engagement in Antimicrobial Stewardship Programmes Implementation – 60HN ASPARNet
The study titled “Evaluating Antimicrobial Stewardship strategies and capacity building through Participatory Action Research and a Network approach in Vietnam” (60HN – ASPARNet) continues to implement activities to promote Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) programmes across hospitals participating in the network.