On the morning of August 15, 2025, in the vibrant academic atmosphere of the 25th Vietnam International Mathematical Competition (VIMC 2025), Vietnam-Korea University of Information and Communication Technology (VKU), the University of Danang, successfully hosted the International Conference on “Advanced AI Models and Data Science.” The event became a prestigious forum, bringing together world-leading experts and researchers to discuss groundbreaking technologies that are shaping the future of humanity.

Overview of the Conference

Attending the conference from VKU was Dr. Tran The Son, Vice Rector, together with distinguished international speakers: Prof. Chien-Ming Huang (Johns Hopkins University, USA), Asst. Prof. Hsin-Po Wang (National Taiwan University), and Dr. Brian Chen (Anthropic, USA). The conference also welcomed representatives from FISU and ACIR, along with a large number of faculty members and students from leading universities in the region and around the world.

Dr. Tran The Son, Vice Rector of VKU, delivered the opening remarks

In his opening remarks, Dr. Tran The Son emphasized that AI models and data science are hot topics drawing strong attention from the global research community. He affirmed that the conference was a golden opportunity for lecturers and researchers to update the latest technologies, while also offering VKU students a rare chance to meet and exchange directly with leading experts – sparking passion and guiding future research directions.

The conference featured four outstanding presentations, offering new perspectives on the applications of artificial intelligence across diverse fields. Prof. Chien-Ming Huang – “Designing Educational Robots for the Future of Learning”: introduced educational robots designed to support cognitive development, enable personalized interaction, and serve as companions for children with autism. Asst.Prof. Hsin-Po Wang – “Ambidextrous Cardinality Estimation by Counting Claw Pairs”: proposed a highly accurate method for estimating the number of records in massive databases. Dr. Brian Chen – “Mapping the Mind of Large Language Models”: explored the inner mechanisms of large language models, offering deeper insights into how AI “thinks.” Finally, Dr. Nguyen Huu Nhat Minh (VKU) – “Hybrid and Agentic AI Approaches for Abusive Web Detection”: presented hybrid and agentic AI solutions to detect harmful online content such as scams and fake news, contributing to a safer cyberspace.

The highlight of the conference was the panel discussion on “From Tools to Teammates: The Shifting Role of AI Agents,” which truly energized the hall. Experts analyzed the transition of AI from a passive tool to an active collaborator in both work and research. Thought-provoking questions from international participants were raised, focusing on urgent issues such as the human skills needed to collaborate effectively with AI, how AI may reshape team structures in the future, and especially the importance of establishing ethical safeguards to prevent overreliance on AI in decision-making.

The “Advanced AI Models and Data Science” conference concluded successfully, delivering not only valuable knowledge but also serving as a strong bridge for the national and international scientific community. The event inspired researchers, students, and technology enthusiasts alike, reaffirming VKU’s position as a leading center for research and education in the digital era.

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