Vietnam NASA Space Week opens in Hau Giang

The five-day event has been co-organised by Hau Giang province, Thu Duc city, Binh Dinh province, and the Ho Chi Minh City Computer Association, with additional support provided by the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

At the opening ceremony, Vietnamese students were given the chance to meet with retired captain in the United States Navy and former NASA astronaut Michael. A. Baker; as well as former flight surgeon at NASA's Johnson Space Center Josef Schmid.

The exchange aims to inspire the next generation with stories of astronauts whilst introducing scientific research in order to protect the Earth, reduce environmental pollution, and warn about the potential risks of asteroids colliding with Earth.

The Vietnam NASA Space Week will also include a NASA STEM Day providing students with the opportunity to participate in various STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities, including astrophysics, zero gravity experiments, robotics, virtual reality experiences, and other engaging scientific programmes.

The annual event serves to showcase NASA’s remarkable accomplishments and contributions made in the realms of space exploration, scientific investigations, and technological advancements, boasting a range of activities organised by NASA and its affiliated partners.