Knowledge is the foundation of all value, and innovation is the driving force of progress. GIBA believes that the true strength of an intellectual business community lies in its ability to explore, create, and transform knowledge into practical value. From research to application, from ideas to solutions, GIBA fosters a dynamic knowledge ecosystem where entrepreneurs, scholars, experts, and innovators work together to shape the future. Guided by the core philosophy: “Science explores – Wisdom guides – Knowledge empowers,” GIBA positions research and innovation as essential pillars for sustainable growth and global impact.

The pillar of Research, Innovation & Knowledge Development serves as the intellectual heart and foundational engine of GIBA, bridging science, business, and society to generate new knowledge, advanced technologies, and pioneering development models. Through academic collaboration, applied research, and innovation-driven initiatives, GIBA aims to:

• Promote scientific research, knowledge development, and practical applications in business and entrepreneurship;
• Connect universities, research institutes, experts, and enterprises to facilitate knowledge and technology transfer;
• Develop innovative models, products, and solutions for businesses and communities;
• Build the GIBA Knowledge System – a global platform for learning, research, and knowledge sharing;
• Foster a culture of innovation and creativity among intellectual entrepreneurs, from mindset to action.

• Research Network & Scientific Collaboration: Establish a collaborative network linking universities, research institutes, scholars, and experts domestically and internationally, promoting interdisciplinary research and applied projects that support business development.
• GIBA Knowledge & Strategic Thinking Center: Develop thematic research groups and think tanks to conduct strategic studies, trend analysis, and forecasts in economics, technology, and society, contributing insights for policy-making and business strategy.
• Research Transfer & Business Application: Accelerate the transfer of research outcomes, technologies, inventions, and scientific solutions into real-world business practices, helping enterprises optimize performance and enhance competitiveness.
• GIBA Innovation & Solution Lab: Create a space for research, experimentation, and development of new products, services, and business models, where ideas are tested, refined, and commercialized through the GIBA ecosystem.
• GIBA Knowledge System & Digital Library: Build a global digital knowledge platform and library, storing research papers, reports, case studies, management tools, and business insights to serve the intellectual entrepreneur community.
• GIBA Research & Innovation Fund: Provide financial support, human resources, and infrastructure for research projects, inventions, and innovative models or products, while connecting funding sources from enterprises, investment funds, and the scientific community.
• GIBA Innovation & Intellectual Property Marketplace: Develop a platform to connect inventions, technologies, and intellectual assets, enabling members to collaborate, invest, trade, and transfer innovative ideas, solutions, and initiatives.
• Applied Research for Community & Sustainable Development: Implement applied research and innovation projects aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), focusing on agriculture, environment, energy, education, healthcare, and community development.
• GIBA Academic Forums & Research Conferences: Organize international academic conferences, research forums, and thematic dialogues, connecting scholars, researchers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to share knowledge and foster global research collaboration.
• Innovation Culture & Knowledge Leadership: Deliver training and inspirational programs for entrepreneurs, managers, and young leaders to cultivate innovative thinking, research capabilities, and lifelong learning – the foundation of knowledge-based leadership in the new era.

Introduction: TRADE4SD is a research initiative funded by Horizon Europe, aiming to explore the potential of international trade as a driver for sustainable development, particularly in the agriculture and food sectors. The project analyzes the interlinkages between trade, the environment, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), thereby supporting the design of trade-related policies and experimental models to assist countries in building inclusive, sustainable, and fair value chains.

Key impacts:

• Clarifies the interconnections between agricultural trade and sustainable development objectives
• Calls for a shift in trade policies towards fairness and environmental friendliness
• Supports developing countries in improving their integration into global markets aligned with sustainability and social responsibility

Introduction:As a cross-sectoral project under Horizon 2020, VALUMICS aims to provide a deep understanding and improvement of the integrity of food value chains. This is achieved through analyzing chain structures, value distribution, power dynamics, and external factors affecting system balance. The project integrates advanced modeling, big data, and empirical research to support evidence-based policies for more sustainable food value chains.

Key impacts:

• Provides scientific evidence on imbalances and inequities in value distribution within food supply chains
• Supports the design of policies that promote transparency and fairness for all stakeholders
• Contributes to strengthening resilience and long-term sustainability of global food systems

Introduction:The Strength2Food project, under the EU’s Horizon 2020 Programme, focuses on improving the sustainability and socio-economic performance of food systems by enhancing the effectiveness of quality food schemes (such as Geographical Indications – GIs) and public sector food procurement. The project combines quantitative and qualitative research to assess the impact of quality schemes on consumer behavior, producer income, and supply chain efficiency.

Key impacts:

• Strengthens the role of quality labels in improving farmers’ income and competitiveness of local agricultural products
• Contributes to the development of sustainable public procurement policies
• Promotes social awareness and responsible consumption of food and its origins

Introduction:The British Council Vietnam project is an innovative initiative linking Newcastle University (UK) and Vietnamese partners to promote value addition in agriculture, especially in the fresh fruit and vegetable sectors. The project integrates policy research and global value chain analysis to help improve the productivity, quality, and competitiveness of Vietnam’s agricultural products in international markets.

Key impacts:

• Promotes agricultural innovation: Supports direct engagement and adoption of precision technology to enhance production efficiency.
• Enhances value chain analysis: Helps identify bottlenecks and improve the added value of Vietnamese agricultural products.
• Facilitates evidence-based policy making: Provides insights into costs and benefits to guide effective policy design.
• Connects research and policy: Strengthens the link between academia, policy makers, and planners.
• Promotes green growth: Enhances quality, export value, and encourages environmentally sustainable agricultural practices.