THEME: "FOOD AND FUNCTIONAL FOOD

After a long-awaited period, the 'Product Development Final Round 2023' organized by the Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Food Technology finally took place on December 10, 2023, at Phuong Vy Lecture Hall P100. The competition officially concluded with brilliant success, marking the end of a fantastic journey for the enthusiastic and talented students.
After more than a month of dedicated study and preparation, the teams that advanced to the final round poured their utmost efforts, showcasing dynamism, creativity, and passion in the various competition segments. They successfully captivated the judges with unique products and effective directions, delivering persuasive presentations to the experienced panel in the competition.
The competition garnered significant attention and participation from both faculty members and businesses.
  • On behalf of the Department of Chemical Engineering and Food Technology, we were honored to welcome Associate Professor Dr. Kha Chấn Tuyền, Deputy Head of the department.
  • Faculty members from the Department of Chemical Engineering and Food Technology who actively participated included: Dr. Vu Ngoc Ha Vi, Ms. Nguyen Thi Thanh Thao, Ms. Le Thi Thanh, and Dr. Huynh Tien Dat.
  • Regarding the sponsors of the Product Development Competition 2023, we were delighted to host the participation of:
    • Ms. Nguyen Ngoc Quynh Nhu, representing Diamond Sponsor - Berrino brand, VinaFruit Company Limited.
    • Mr. Dang Hoang Du, representing Gold Sponsor - DU & LAW Academy Training and Consulting Company Limited.
    • Mr. Duong The Danh, representing Gold Sponsor - LC Foods Company Limited.
  • From Masan Consumer Corporation:
    • Ms. Huynh Nguyen Hieu Dan - Deputy Director of Product Development.
    • Mr. Huynh Tuan Kiet - Head of Packaging Development Department.
    • Mr. Vo Minh Hoang - Head of Product Development Department.
    • Ms. Bui Viet Ha - Head of High-Level Formulation Department.
    • Ms. Nguyen Ngoc Thanh Vi - HRBP for the R&D department
The Product Development Final Round consisted of two working sessions:
·       Product Exhibition: This was the platform for participating teams to showcase their products after over a month of preparation. The exhibition session attracted a considerable number of interested students and participants.
·     Presentation and Defense: This was the main working session to determine the champion of the Product Development Competition 2023. During this session, teams presented and defended their projects in order to select the overall winner.
Coming to the competition, each team undoubtedly harbors dreams of becoming the victor. One of the objective factors that assesses the performance of participants and determines the champion is the score provided by the judging panel. The organizing committee is honored to invite leading industry experts as judges, who will offer objective and professional opinions for the participating teams.
1.    Associate Professor Dr. Bui Van Mien - Former Dean of the Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Food Technology.
2.    Ms. Nguyen Ngoc Quynh Nhu - QA - Berrino brand, Vinafruit Company Limited.
3.    Mr. Dang Hoang Du - CEO - DU & LAW Academy Training and Consulting Company Limited.
4.    Mr. Duong The Danh - Head of Recruitment & Training Department - LC Foods Company Limited.
5.    Mr. Tran Minh Hai - CEO - Hoang Anh Flavor and Food Ingredients Corporation.
6.    Ms. Chu Thi Ha, MSc - Technical Deputy Director - Dorafood Company.
7.    Ms. Doan Nguyen Bich Uyen - Head of RND Department - Viet Huong Flavoring Company Limited.
8.    Ms. Huynh Nguyen Hieu Dan - Deputy General Director of R&D for the Spice category - Masan Consumer Corporation
 Associate Professor Dr. Kha Chan Tuyen has a few words to summarize the process of the formation and development of the competition. He also expresses gratitude on behalf of the Organizing Committee and the Department to the sponsor units, accompanying partners, and the esteemed judging panel of the competition.
The organizing committee of the Product Development Competition is immensely grateful to the department head, faculty members, who have consistently provided guidance, encouragement, and support since the inception of the competition, even when it was just in the planning stages.
Ms. Le Thi Tra My – Secretary of the Faculty Youth Union, Head of the Organizing Committee, presented a letter of appreciation and gifts to Associate Professor Dr. Kha Chan Tuyen.
We sincerely thank the Diamond Sponsor Berrino brand, Vinafruit CompanyLimited, the Gold Sponsors DU & LAW Academy Training and Consulting Company Limited, and LC Foods Company Limited for their support. This sponsorship has provided additional financial resources for the competition, strengthening the participating teams
The organizing committee of the competition extends heartfelt gratitude to the judges for providing objective and professional feedback to the participating teams. This invaluable experience serves as a valuable asset not only for the competition teams but also for all participating students as they equip themselves for future endeavors. 
At the same time, to ensure the program's successful outcome, the Organizing Committee highly appreciates the immense support from our partnering organizations. The Organizing Committee would like to express sincere thanks to Masan Consumer Corporation, Nong Lam Photography Association, Dong School Sound and Light, Rhythmic Momentum Artistic Team, and MFB - Melody from Biotech Artistic Team for their tremendous assistance.
The final round, lasting over 4 intense hours, officially concluded the Product Development 2023 competition with the following overall results:
1.    First Prize: PTSP912 - MCM
2.    Second Prize: PTSP903 - COCOCO
3.    Third Prize: PTSP908 - TRIUMPH
4.    Encouragement Prize: PTSP914 - HKT
Additional awards:
  • Crowd Favorite: PTSP906 - RÚP CÁ HỘP
  • Potential Idea: PTSP910 - SANITAS
  • Environmentally Friendly Idea: PTSP912 - MCM
  • Best Poster: PTSP914 – HKT
The organizing committee extends congratulations to all participating teams and wishes you even greater success in the future with your products.




 

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