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The Journal of Science Van Hien University is the official and sole scientific publication of Van Hien University, licensed to operate from August 13, 2013, by the Ministry of Information and Communications under license number 315/GP-BTTTT. Its objectives are to publish research results from staff, lecturers, and students related to the university's training fields; to introduce scientific research achievements from both domestic and international sources relevant to Van Hien University's training areas; and to create a forum for scientists inside and outside the university to present academic viewpoints and scientific research works that contribute to promoting socio-economic development.

The Journal of Science Van Hien University is published periodically with 04 issues per year starting from November 2013, with the international standard serial number ISSN 1859-2961. In 2016, the journal was licensed to publish an additional English edition under license number 544/GP-BTTT dated December 5, 2016. In 2017, the first English issue was published and released on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of Van Hien University's establishment. 

After 9 years of operation, the Journal of Science Van Hien University has made its own mark with nearly 400 articles (30 issues) that are scientific, rich, and diverse across many fields: Economics, Literature, Psychology, Culture, Information Technology, Arts, Agriculture, Food Technology... The journal is widely distributed to universities, colleges, institutes, research centers, as well as readers throughout the country. In 2022, online journal publishing software (Open Journal System – OJS) was used, which also serves as a preparation step for regional integration.

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The “Ardent Zen” style in Tue Trung Thuong Si and Yuan Hongdao works

Anh T. B. Nguyen
Electronic version: 27 Feb 2026 | DOI: 10.58810/vhujs.11.1.2026.986
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The article defines “ardent Zen” as expressing one’s true self without being bound by morality or conventional values. Describe the connection between this concept and the Zen poetry of Tue Trung Thuong Si (1230-1291), a Tran Dynasty aristocrat and Zen master in Vietnam, and Yuan Hongdao (1568-1610), a late Ming poet and literary theorist in China. Yuan Hongdao’s ideas on the Nature Sensibility theory, which he developed using Zen philosophy to find the connection between two people from different eras but the same East Asian cultural environment, and some of Tue Trung Thuong Si’s poems serve as the foundation for this essay. Research indicates that “ardent Zen” is a notion in religious practice as well as a lifestyle that strives for authenticity and inner-world liberty.

Investigating the Effects of Artificial Intelligence on Students’ Creativity and Learning Outcomes: A Case Study at Van Hien University

Vuong H. Le, Long H. Do, Dung K. Tran, & Phuc H. T. Truong
Electronic version: 27 Feb 2026 | DOI: 10.58810/vhujs.11.1.2026.1120
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly having a strong impact on higher education, particularly in improving students' learning outcomes. To evaluate the influence of AI on students' creativity and academic performance, this study conducted a survey among students at Van Hien University, thereby constructing and testing the relationships between the following factors: the benefits of using AI, awareness levels, information accuracy, personalization, creativity, and learning outcomes. The data were collected via Google Forms during April and May 2025, with 231 valid responses, and analyzed using the Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) approach. The research findings indicated that AI had a positive impact on awareness, personalization, and information accuracy. At the same time, the study also demonstrated that artificial intelligence (AI) positively affected students' learning outcomes through the mediating roles of personalization and creativity. Through these results, the study aimed to contribute important theoretical and practical insights for students and educational institutions in the processes of learning and teaching.

An Evaluation of the Reality and Proposal of Developing a Digital Transformation Strategy for Vocational Oriented Education and Enrollment Counseling Activities in High Schools in Gia Lai Province

Uyen T. N. Nguyen, & Linh T. M. Nguyen
Electronic version: 27 Feb 2026 | DOI: 10.58810/vhujs.11.1.2026.1119
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This research aims to develop a digital transformation strategy to enhance vocational-oriented education and enrollment counseling activities in high schools in Gia Lai province, Vietnam. It addresses the challenges faced by high school and university teachers in implementing these activities. The study used a concurrent mixed-methods approach, collecting qualitative and quantitative data from 30 lecturers at five universities in Ho Chi Minh City, 80 teachers, and 240 12th-grade pupils at 24 high schools in Gia Lai province. Using a concurrent mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 30 lecturers at five universities in Ho Chi Minh City, 80 teachers, and 240 12th-grade pupils from 24 high schools in Gia Lai province. Analysis combined statistical methods (e.g., descriptive and inferential statistics) and thematic content analysis, assessing the status of VOE, collaboration efficacy, high school teachers’ challenges, and digital transformation needs. Based on these findings, a digital transformation strategy was proposed with key components: training programs, digital learning resources, partnerships with industries and technology companies, and a technology-driven career guidance framework. These recommendations aim to assist policymakers and education leaders in developing robust VOE and EC strategies, supporting pupils in preparation for digital workforce demands.

Factors Affecting Young Customers’ Intention to Adopt Blockchain Technology in E-commerce Platforms

Hau V. Le
Electronic version: 27 Feb 2026 | DOI: 10.58810/vhujs.11.1.2026.770
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The research was conducted to examine the factors influencing the intention to use blockchain-integrated e-commerce platforms among young consumers in Hanoi. Drawing on employing structural equation modeling (SEM), the research surveyed a sample size of 253 by google form on various social media platforms. The results showed that cost savings and perceived ease of use have a positive impact on the intention to use blockchain-integrated e-commerce platforms among young consumers in the Hanoi area. However, source traceability and personal data security do not significantly influence users' intentions. Based on these findings, several recommendations are proposed for businesses and the government to promote the adoption of blockchain-integrated e-commerce platforms by consumers.

Factors Affect the Intentions to Use Artificial Intelligence Tools and the Actual Use of Students in Higher Educational Institutions

Oanh T. T. Thai
Electronic version: 27 Feb 2026 | DOI: 10.58810/vhujs.11.1.2026.1118
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This study investigated the roles of technology readiness in shaping university students’ perceptions of usefulness and ease of use, and how these perceptions influence their intentions and actual use of AI tools. A total of 343 valid responses were analyzed using the SPSS (version 27) and Smart-PLS (version 4.1.1.0). The findings reveal that among the four elements of technology readiness, optimism and innovativeness positively affect perceived usefulness and ease of use, while discomfort and insecurity had a negative effect. Furthermore, perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, subject norms, and perceived behavioral control positively impacted the intentions to use AI tools and led to positive actual use. The results suggest that students view AI as a supportive tool in their study. These insights could help universities enhance the effectiveness of teaching and studying, and guide technology companies in developing strategies that align with user readiness and behavioral intentions.