The hub ofdeeptech minds
where scholars and professionals in academia and tech industry connect to learn, co-create, innovate, and grow — together.
Connecting Knowledge -Empowering Talents
A community built on expertise, driven by practical insights and long-term value

Where Knowledge Meets Authenticity
Join a trusted space where scholars, innovators, and tech professionals connect not to impress — but to share, support, and grow with purpose.
- Ask and share confidently - no pressure to stay "anonymous"
- Receive experience-driven support from a trusted network
- Prioritize depth, substance, and real value over trends and noise
- Build meaningful connections - learn, share, and grow together

Nguyễn Thanh Hòa
Founder, PhD Candidate
UniMelb, Australia

Dr. Lý Trọng Nhân
PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow
ANU, Australia

Nguyễn Thành Đạt
Postdoctoral Fellow
Harvard University, USA

Dương Quốc Tín
Security Engineer
Canva, Australia

Dr. Huỳnh Văn Đặng
PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow
Memorial Uni, Canada

Phan Tuấn Tài
Founder & CEO
Citynow Asia, Japan

Dr. Đào Thị Thu Hà
Postdoctoral Fellow
Max Planck, Germany

Dr. Lê Văn An
Postdoctoral Fellow
AIST, Japan

Dr. Đoàn Thiên Phúc
Visiting Professor
Soongsil, South Korea

Đoàn Quang Nhật Quân
Security Consultant
phew, New Zealand
Nguyễn Văn Toàn
Head of Student Affairs Office
UIT-HCM, Vietnam

Nguyễn Hồng Phúc
Bachelor Student
VinUni, Vietnam

Hồ Xuân Nghĩa
Software Engineer
Vietnam
Vũ Lê Ngọc Hà
Community Manager, Researcher
United States

Ngô Gia Bách
Master's Student
Adelaide Uni, Australia

Phan Nguyễn Hoài An
Bachelor Student
UIT-HCM, Vietnam

Đặng Ngọc Huyền
Master's Student
UniMelb, Australia

Phạm Ngọc Tâm
Site Reliability Engineer
TrustingSocial, Vietnam

Võ Quốc Huy
PhD Student
NII, Japan

Võ Đức Minh
Master's Student
Monash Uni, Australia

Nguyễn Thanh Hòa
Founder, PhD Candidate
UniMelb, Australia

Dr. Lý Trọng Nhân
PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow
ANU, Australia

Nguyễn Thành Đạt
Postdoctoral Fellow
Harvard University, USA

Dương Quốc Tín
Security Engineer
Canva, Australia

Dr. Huỳnh Văn Đặng
PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow
Memorial Uni, Canada

Phan Tuấn Tài
Founder & CEO
Citynow Asia, Japan

Dr. Đào Thị Thu Hà
Postdoctoral Fellow
Max Planck, Germany

Dr. Lê Văn An
Postdoctoral Fellow
AIST, Japan

Dr. Đoàn Thiên Phúc
Visiting Professor
Soongsil, South Korea

Đoàn Quang Nhật Quân
Security Consultant
phew, New Zealand
Nguyễn Văn Toàn
Head of Student Affairs Office
UIT-HCM, Vietnam

Nguyễn Hồng Phúc
Bachelor Student
VinUni, Vietnam

Hồ Xuân Nghĩa
Software Engineer
Vietnam
Vũ Lê Ngọc Hà
Community Manager, Researcher
United States

Ngô Gia Bách
Master's Student
Adelaide Uni, Australia

Phan Nguyễn Hoài An
Bachelor Student
UIT-HCM, Vietnam

Đặng Ngọc Huyền
Master's Student
UniMelb, Australia

Phạm Ngọc Tâm
Site Reliability Engineer
TrustingSocial, Vietnam

Võ Quốc Huy
PhD Student
NII, Japan

Võ Đức Minh
Master's Student
Monash Uni, Australia
Core Values
Support
Fostering genuine intellectual support and mentorship among members
Learning
Cultivating a culture of knowledge sharing and collective growth
Action
Implementing goal-driven research initiatives and methodological excellence
Connection
Establishing meaningful professional relationships across disciplines
Community
Connect, learn, share, and grow together with our scholarly professional community
Ask & Discuss
A forum for questions and discussions where you can freely share inquiries without fear of judgment. Every question deserves to be heard – from academic to everyday matters.
Featured Discussions
How to run large LLM models without powerful GPUs?
❤️ 6 • 💬 1 • Minh replied 1 day ago
What can Software Engineers do to overcome boredom?
❤️ 10 • 💬 5 • Hoa replied 3 hours ago
IELTS or DET - which to choose?
❤️ 3 • 💬 2 • Nguyen replied 2 hours ago
Academy
Explore curated training programs and learning resources on research, technology, and skills.
Develop Systematic Research Skills
- Systematic scientific research methodology
- Critical analysis and evaluation of research
- Conducting experiments, data collection and presentation
- Writing and publishing international research papers
- Presenting and networking in research communities
"As a student who had never done research before, I was very confused and afraid to start, not knowing where to begin among the many diverse guides and advice on Facebook groups and from friends. But through weekly learning with IO Research 101 with Hoa and the community members, I gradually understood the process, learned how to read literature and ask better questions. Honestly, this program helped me become more confident to start scientific research effectively and with quality from the very beginning."

Phan Nguyễn Hoài An
Student, UIT-HCM
Featured Program - IO Spring School 2025
Research Methodology in Computer Science
14 weeks • 140+ learning content and reference materials
A comprehensive course with 14 modules to help you build a solid research foundation – from topic selection, literature search, proposal writing, to paper writing, peer review, and research defense.
Main Content:
- Module 1: Introduction to Research
- Module 2: Selecting and Refining Research Topics
- Module 3: Literature Search and Management
- Module 4: Reading & Critical Evaluation of Research Papers
- Module 5: Literature Review
- Module 6: Research Proposal
- Module 7: Conducting Research
- Module 8: Critical Thinking in Research
- Module 9: Fundamentals of Academic Writing
- Module 10: Manuscript Writing
- Module 11: Manuscript Submission & Peer Review
- Module 12: Research Presentation & Networking
- Module 13: Research Ethics & Academic Integrity
- Module 14: Well-being, Burnout & Resilience in Research
R&D Hub
Connecting research with practical applications, researchers with technical developers and businesses
Connecting Scholars and Founders
- Exchange in-depth collaboration opportunities
- Share research and entrepreneurship experiences
- Share practical industry perspectives
- Expand professional networking connections
- Develop research into practical applications
"The Advisors & Founders Hub has helped me connect with colleagues - scholars and experienced founders - to gain valuable perspectives on expanding and developing my research as well as opportunities for future collaboration with businesses."

Ly Trong Nhan
Postdoctoral Researcher
New Activities
Mentorship Matching Program
A program connecting members with suitable mentors based on research fields and personal development goals.
IO Founders Club
A club for founders developing technology projects to share experiences, challenges, and opportunities in their technology entrepreneurship journey.
Learn more about the experts on IO Scholar's advisory board
Advisory BoardOur members come from
20+ leading universities, research institutes, and tech companies in Vietnam and around the world.
Message from the Founder
I founded IO Scholar with one core belief: Vietnamese talent, when meaningfully connected and supported at the right time, can create lasting impact — for individuals, communities, and the country.
As a PhD researcher living and studying abroad, I've experienced what it's like to feel alone, lost, and eager for a space to learn, share, and grow with others on a similar path. IO Scholar was born from that need, a place I once wished I had when I started my tech career.
This community exists to support students, researchers, and tech professionals — especially those pursuing academic and innovation-driven careers. Together, we build research skills, explore emerging technologies like Quantum Computing, AI, Cloud, and Cybersecurity, and connect with mentors to help shape a globally confident generation of Vietnamese changemakers.
If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. At IO Scholar, I hope you find not just knowledge — but meaningful connection and the courage to grow beyond limits to unlock your full potential.
Hoà Nguyễn
Founder, IO Scholar
PhD Candidate – University of Melbourne, Australia

How IO Scholar Works
Join Community & Connect
We engage deeply with like-minded researchers and specialists in your field, fostering collaboration and innovation through purposeful academic connections.

Learn & Collaborate
Access valuable resources and opportunities for global collaboration, helping our members build essential skills and encouraging meaningful conversations among scholars, engineers, and specialists.

Ask Questions & Seek Advice
Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive. We encourage our members to assist one another, share their skills and knowledge, and contribute to building a thriving, knowledge-rich community.

Share & Discuss
Exchange ideas, research findings, and professional insights in a structured environment that promotes intellectual growth. Our platform facilitates meaningful discussions that lead to new perspectives and collaborative opportunities.

Membership Plans
Choose the membership plan that fits your needs and begin your journey of academic growth, R&D, networking, and development with the IO Scholar Hub.
NEWSLETTER
Stay informed with free updates
No subscription required
- Monthly newsletter about R&D and technology
- Community updates and highlights
- Information about upcoming events
- Priority to join annual free events - webinars
NOT INCLUDED
- Community access
- Academy access
- Exclusive events
STANDARD
Stay connected with essential community spaces and events
Billed $60/year
Save 44%COMMUNITY
- Access to essential community spaces
- Access to regular meetup events
- Monthly catch-up with Hoa
- Join community-wide open challenges
- Weekly updates and monthly highlights
- Curated member intros and networking
- Jobs and scholarships opportunities
NOT INCLUDED
- Pro community spaces
- Academy access
- Exclusive events
PRO
Deep learning & discussion with full access to exclusive spaces
Billed $120/year
Save 47%- All Standard benefits, plus:
COMMUNITY
- Full access to all exclusive community spaces
- Priority seats at exclusive workshops and events
- Access to all pass event - workshop recordings
- Access to infographics and key takeaways
ACADEMY
- Full access to all courses, schools and challenges
- Full access to all selected learning resources
- Priority to join focused study and working groups
- Host and join member-led workshops - sharing
- Join Live Training - Spring/Summer Schools
EXCLUSIVE
- Priority to join 1:1 hotseat with Hoa and beta programs
- Priority invitations to in-person events
BUSINESS
Team access & partnerships
team@ioscholar.com
- All Pro benefits, plus:
BUSINESS BENEFITS
- Partner Spotlight Feature
- Co-hosted Events or Hackathons
- Showcase Products with the Community
- Sharing recruitment and R&D opportunities
- Special membership offers for team
- Priority access to R&D activities
- Priority support for talent referrals
Simply put, the membership fee ensures everyone has skin in the game. It builds a committed community where we all invest in high-quality and professional environment to create real value together.
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