STARS Water Center is a research and innovation center at Tra Vinh University, connecting technology, nature-based solutions and communities to develop sustainable water systems suited to the Mekong Delta.
STARS has grown through clear milestones: from a joint Vietnam–Netherlands innovation hub to a collaborative research platform, and then to an officially recognized member unit tasked with advancing innovation for sustainable development and water-resource management.
STARS takes shape
STARS Water Center was formed through collaboration between Tra Vinh University and Saxion University of Applied Sciences, focusing on smart water management, water reuse, the WEF nexus and nature-based solutions.
Collaboration expands
A strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Tra Vinh University and Saxion University of Applied Sciences laid the foundation for the Joint Research Center on Climate Change and Water Technology.
A new step forward
STARS was officially recognized as a member unit of Tra Vinh University, with a mandate to advance regional innovation in sustainable development and water resource management.
STARS combines natural processes, modern technology and learning to move water research out of the laboratory and into the contexts where it is needed most.
Using natural processes for wastewater treatment, recyclable local materials and ecological restoration within one system.
Developing monitoring, treatment and resource-recovery technologies, with AI and IoT supporting real-time water-quality observation.
Empowering young people and communities through workshops, practical training, academic exchange and community engagement.
STARS studies how to collect, treat, test and reuse different water sources for domestic and agricultural use, moving toward a more effective water cycle for Mekong Delta communities.
STARS connects research, learning and knowledge transfer in a continuous workflow — from technical trials to people-centered training and implementation partnerships.
Research focuses include water reuse, circular aquaponics, urban agriculture, brackish-water treatment, nature-based technology and AI/IoT-enabled monitoring.
STARS brings students and young people into learning, designing, testing and presenting practical water solutions through exchange, training, teaching and innovation initiatives.
Meet the team
STARS connects experts, businesses, development organizations and communities to share knowledge, co-design solutions and support the transfer of models suited to real conditions.
Explore projectsThe partnership between Tra Vinh University and Saxion University of Applied Sciences creates an interdisciplinary structure connecting technical experts, researchers, students and partners in Vietnam and abroad.
Meet the team
And many more partners.
STARS Water Center works with universities, public agencies, businesses, development organizations and communities to research, test and scale water solutions suited to the Mekong Delta.