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The project ‘An Tuc Herbal Gel Socks’, developed by students from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Hue University, wins first prize in the competition
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At the final round, each team was given 5 minutes to pitch its project, followed by up to 10 minutes to answer questions. The projects spanned various fields, including healthcare and pharmaceuticals, agriculture, education, technology, and the development of products from locally sourced materials.
The first prize was awarded to ‘An Tuc Herbal Gel Socks’, a project developed by students from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Hue University. Meanwhile, ‘Oh! Hue Turmeric’, the project developed by students from the University of Sciences, Hue University, won second prize, while third prize went to ‘Organic Fertilizer From Shrimp By-Products’, a project by students from the University of Agriculture and Forestry, Hue University. The organizers also awarded 5 consolation prizes, and several projects received investment commitment certificates from businesses.
The competition was organized by Hue University, with the Startup and Innovation Center serving as the standing unit. At the semifinal, 29 project teams participated in a three-month incubation program, receiving support to refine their products, validate their business models, develop marketing plans, and connect with startup mentors.
Through the competition, Hue University aims to foster an entrepreneurial spirit among school and university students while providing opportunities for promising projects to connect with investors, further refine their products, and gradually develop into viable business models.
After the competition, promising projects will continue to receive incubation support and investment connections, with opportunities to participate in the National Innovation and Entrepreneurship Festival (Techfest 2026) and the SV_STARTUP-2027 competition.