Richard Henry Friend

Professor Richard Henry Friend is a prominent physicist and the Chair of the VinFuture Prize Council, known for his pioneering work in organic electronics and photonics. He has been instrumental in leading the VinFuture Foundation, which aims to honor scientific achievements that significantly benefit humanity. In his recent address at the VinFuture 2025 award ceremony, he reflected on the foundation's five-year journey and emphasized the importance of scientific contributions to societal welfare and sustainable development.