The Dionysus team, consisting of four second-year students, has achieved remarkable success in a short period. Through collaborative research efforts, the team authored a scientific paper recognized at the SoICT 2023 Conference and won first place in the AI Challenge competition. Their strong bond as a team has been cultivated through these experiences.
The Dionysus team members are Trần Gia Bảo, Trần Nhật Khoa, Lưu Trung Kiên, and Bùi Công Khánh Tường. In this article, let's delve into the story of this group of friends who share a passion for scientific research.
How did you bond as a team?
Initially, our team consisted of three members: Gia Bảo, Khánh Tường, and Nhật Khoa. We met during the selection round for the AI Club of the Computer Science Department. We were brought together by senior students and have been working together since. After collaborating on several projects, we found that we shared similar interests not only in communication and thinking but also in our passion for technology and future directions.
The inclusion of Trung Kiên into our team happened naturally. As a student specializing in Information Security, he shared a program with Nhật Khoa. After observing our team's development in various competitions, Kiên provided valuable technical and UX/UI insights. We invited him to contribute to our projects, and with his strong language skills and keen perspective, Kiên played a significant role in shaping queries and helping the team achieve success in competitions.
Currently, after publishing an international scientific paper and winning the AI Challenge, we are striving for more impressive achievements as a team.
How do you ensure a common voice among team members in case of conflicts?
Despite our shared values and collaboration, conflicts can arise, especially when dividing tasks. It's challenging to ensure everyone understands and agrees on common goals, such as unifying a model for deployment or setting project submission deadlines. The key to finding a common voice in such situations is to respect each other's perspectives, be willing to compromise, and consider the best solutions from individual opinions. We believe that unity and mutual respect are the keys to overcoming challenges and achieving success.
What are your emotions when looking back at your journey?
Our biggest emotion is gratitude. First and foremost, we want to express our gratitude to each team member for their dedication. Achieving our successes required a lengthy process with challenges, excitement, and moments of discouragement. We appreciate each team member for their continuous efforts towards personal and club achievements. We are thankful for not giving up during tough times.
Additionally, we want to extend our thanks to Thầy Tiến, Anh Thuyên, and Anh Khiêm. Their valuable advice and dedicated guidance contributed significantly to our successes. The encouragement and support from Thầy and Anh were instrumental in overcoming challenges on our scientific research journey. We sincerely thank them.
What lessons have you learned from your time at UIT?
Firstly, always remember that every challenge and difficulty is an opportunity to become stronger. Do not fear challenges; do not fear failure. Believe in yourself, in your abilities, and your strength. Moreover, we don't just study for grades; more importantly, we study to become better individuals, to develop ourselves, and to contribute to society. With collective effort and determination, success is inevitable.
Individual Perspectives:
Trần Gia Bảo (Computer Science) - "Always seek, explore, and create"
Achievements:
- First prize in AI Challenge TP.HCM 2023
- Published paper in the Lifelog Event Retrieval track at the 12th Symposium on Information and Communication Technology (SoICT) 2023
- Third prize in the Key Information Localization and Extraction (KILE) track of the DocILE competition
- Published paper at the Conference and Labs of the Evaluation Forum (CLEF) 2023
UIT learning environment:
- Exposure to the latest knowledge and practical applications of information technology
- Interaction with a modern infrastructure and talented, enthusiastic individuals
- Abundant opportunities for learning, research, and personal development
Lưu Trung Kiên (Information Security) - "Value and be thankful for life events as they are meant to happen"
Achievements:
- First prize in AI Challenge TP.HCM 2023
- Published paper in the Lifelog Event Retrieval track at the 12th Symposium on Information and Communication Technology (SoICT) 2023
UIT learning environment:
- Exposure to highly skilled individuals for learning and personal improvement
- Enthusiastic and dedicated guidance from professors
- Abundant opportunities for learning, research, and success
Trần Nhật Khoa (Computer Science) - "Attitude is more important than skills"
Achievements:
- First prize in AI Challenge TP.HCM 2023
- Published paper in the Lifelog Event Retrieval track at the 12th Symposium on Information and Communication Technology (SoICT) 2023
UIT learning environment:
- Professors provide the best conditions for comfortable scientific research
- The AI Club is an excellent learning environment, always supporting us
- Abundant opportunities for learning, research, and personal development
Bùi Công Khánh Tường (Computer Science) - "Dedicate and never stop learning"
Achievements:
- First prize in AI Challenge TP.HCM 2023
- Published paper in the Lifelog Event Retrieval track at the 12th Symposium on Information and Communication Technology (SoICT) 2023
UIT learning environment:
- Experienced, knowledgeable, and friendly professors
- Students provided with many opportunities for research, competition participation, and extracurricular activities
- Personal development of skills and knowledge in the field of Information Technology
Written by: Quynh Lam, Doan Hang
Translated by: Ngoc Diem
