Visiting Researcher - Rich Nguyen

Dr. Rich Nguyen from University of Virginia, USA invited to Université Côte d’Azur for 2 months collaborative work on Integrating Technology for Environmental Insights

Date of visit: 2024, May 15 to July 15


Dr. Nhat (Rich) Nguyen, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at University of Virginia, completed a productive two-month stay as a visiting scientist at the Laboratory of Electronics, Antennas, and Telecommunications (LEAT) of Université Côte d'Azur.

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His ongoing work involves optimizing scalable algorithms for processing large datasets, having already gathered 5.2 million data points on hourly weather conditions across Vietnam. This data forms the backbone of a robust research initiative aimed at improving the capabilities of data platforms in managing vast volumes of information generated by IoT devices and remote sensing systems.

His visit was marked by a seminar on FloodWatch, a project designed to predict floods using advanced sensor networks and data analysis. He also collaborated on deploying a rain sensor network in Nice, showcasing the real-world applications of the laboratories’ joint efforts and was even honored to join the advisory committee for a new PhD student.

Dr. Nguyen was invited to the LEAT by Prof. Fabien Ferrero to work on a collaboration project which focuses on refining the technology behind energy-efficient sensors, communication protocols, and data fusion techniques.
Dr. Nguyen was invited to the LEAT by Prof. Fabien Ferrero to work on a collaboration project which focuses on refining the technology behind energy-efficient sensors, communication protocols, and data fusion techniques.

Dr. Nguyen was invited to the LEAT by Prof. Fabien Ferrero to work on a collaboration project which focuses on refining the technology behind energy-efficient sensors, communication protocols, and data fusion techniques.




Dr. Nguyen’s visit has strengthened ties between the two institutions and highlighted the power of international collaboration in addressing critical environmental issues. Long-term research partnerships in water resource management might see the light as a result, as well as a summer exchange program between France and the United States.

Looking forward, Dr. Nguyen’s plans include organizing events on flood prediction, engaging with local government agencies and NGOs to develop flood risk reduction strategies. He also aims to enhance models for predicting disasters beyond floods, such as droughts and wildfires.

These initiatives align closely with Université Côte d'Azur’s mission of addressing global challenges related to environmental resilience, digital transformation, and social well-being, to improve global disaster preparedness and response.
Wishing Dr. Nguyen all the best in his projects and looking forward to future collaborations between our institutions!

Dr Nguyen’s visit was funded by the RISE Academy.