
Minister Vu Hai Quan presents flowers to congratulate the scientists.
Centered on the theme "Artificial Intelligence Driving Inclusive and Resilient Healthcare Systems in ASEAN," this year’s prize honors the outstanding contributions of female scientists in researching and applying AI to enhance healthcare quality, promote health equity, and strengthen response capabilities to regional health challenges.

Dr. Ha Thi Thanh Huong, First Prize Winner in the Mid-Career Category.
Results of the 2026 Prize:
Mid-Career Category:
First Prize: Dr. Ha Thi Thanh Huong (Viet Nam)
Honorable Mention: Dr. Latifah Nurahmi (Indonesia)
Senior Category:
First Prize: Dr. Joanne Ngeow (Singapore)
Honorable Mention: Dr. Wai Yie Leong (Malaysia)
Established in 2014, the ASEAN–U.S. Science Prize for Women not only recognizes scientific research achievements but also encourages leadership, mentorship for younger generations of female scientists, and the advancement of regional scientific cooperation./.

