Dr. Vien Huynh

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Vien Huynh is a Senior Research Fellow at the Key Centre for Polymers Colloids (KCPC) in the School of Chemistry at the University of Sydney. His work focuses on industry-funded projects, including a collaborative effort with Syngenta Crop Protection that aims to improve polymer coatings for active ingredients in agrochemicals. His role involves writing proposals, conducting proof-of-concept studies, optimizing processes, and scaling research to address complex issues in agrochemicals, drug delivery, and recycling materials. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering from Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, Vietnam, and a Master of Science from The University of Queensland, Australia. Completing his PhD in polymer chemistry at the University of New South Wales, Huynh has published extensively and has earned recognition for his contributions to the field. He began his career with the Hawkett group at KCPC in 2012 and has since maintained a strong focus on solving practical challenges through innovative research in polymer-based technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Fellow

— Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Conducts research projects, focusing on industry collaboration and development in polymer chemistry for agrochemical applications.

Requirements for University of Sydney

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:85
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:61
Prerequisites
A master's degree with a research component or a bachelor's degree with first or second-class honours. Demonstrated research experience and capability.
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal (1000+ words)
  • Two academic referee reports
  • Evidence of residency status
  • Written statement of support from potential supervisor
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.