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Nhu-Y Tran-Van

Nhu-Y Tran-Van

Ho Chi Minh City,Vietnam

Summary

Highly accomplished AI researcher focused on advanced solutions for edge AI and IoT. Possesses expertise in developing and optimizing deep learning models for resource-constrained environments, with successful applications across diverse domains. Brings valuable experience in academic instruction and student mentorship, driven by a passion for leveraging advanced technology to solve complex, real-world problems.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work history

University teaching assistant

University of Information technology - VNU
HCMC, Vietnam
01.2022 - 06.2025

Delivered comprehensive teaching support for 04 undergraduate courses to classes exceeding 50 students, consistently receiving positive student evaluations (average feedback score >3.8/4.0). The courses are:

  • Basic Network Programming: Instructed on developing foundational network-based applications, emphasising socket programming.
  • Data Communication: Instructed on the fundamental principles of data transmission, signal modulation, and error control, guiding students through labs on configuring and analyzing data links.
  • Network and System Administration: Instructed students with specialized knowledge and skills in deploying and managing network systems on Windows and Linux operating systems, as well as configuring and managing network infrastructure and network devices.
  • Advanced Internet of Things Technologies: Facilitated hands-on projects where students developed and deployed IoT solutions, integrating sensors, microcontrollers, AI and cloud platforms to solve real-world problems.


Researcher

IEC Research Group (IEC-UIT)
HCMC
07.2020 - Current
  • Contributed to edge AI research by designing lightweight deep learning models and intelligent inference strategies for edge servers and IoT devices, enabling real-time applications in agriculture, medicine, and smart cities, resulting in one Q1-ranked journal and 03 Scopus-indexed conference papers.
  • Contributed to applied AI solutions for the IoT, building and deploying solutions for end-to-end systems to address challenges in smart cities and environmental monitoring, which led to the publication of 04 Scopus-indexed conference papers
  • Directed two university-level research projects, resulting in 02 Scopus-indexed conference papers.
  • Mentored 10+ student groups in AI-driven IoT solution research, fostering their project development and scientific inquiry skills.

Education

Masters Degree - Computer Science

University of Information technology - Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City
08.2022 -

Engineering Degree - Network Computer and Communication

University of Information technology - Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City
10.2017 - 03.2022

Skills

  • Research & Academic Publication: Proficient in leading self-directed research, scientific writing, and experimentation in Edge AI and IoT, with 09 peer-reviewed publications
  • Deep Learning & Edge AI: Hands-on expertise in DL/ML development (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn), specializing in building lightweight models and optimizing intelligent inference for resource-constrained edge and IoT devices
  • IoT & Embedded Systems: Proficient in programming for microcontrollers and embedded devices and implementing key IoT communication protocols (eg, BLE, LoRaWAN, MQTT)
  • Programming (Python, C/C, Java, C#): Strong problem-solving and coding skills, with a focus on developing efficient code for both high-level AI applications and low-level embedded systems
  • Web & Application Development: Proficient in building and deploying applications and services using Java (Spring Boot) and C# (ASPNET) Experienced in creating user interfaces with Angular and integrating services via REST APIs
  • Collaboration & Mentorship: Proven ability to lead and mentor student research teams in developing novel AI-driven IoT solutions, fostering project success from ideation to publication
  • Adaptability & Communication: Open-minded, quick learner with strong teamwork capabilities

Accomplishments

  • 2022 | Certificate of merit for excellent graduates
  • Awarded by: University of Information Technology - Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City (UIT-VNU-HCM).

  • 2017-2021 | UIT scholarship for excellent academic results in eight semesters in a row
  • Awarded by: University of Information Technology - Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City (UIT-VNU-HCM).

  • 2021 | Certificate of Merit for students with good achievements in Scientific Research
  • University of Information Technology - Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City (UIT-VNU-HCM).

Languages

Vietnamese
Native
English
Intermediate

PUBLICATIONS

[1] Nhu-Y Tran-Van and Kim-Hung Le. "A Multimodal Skin Lesion Classification through Cross-Attention Fusion and Collaborative Edge Computing." Journal of Computerized Medical Imaging and Graphics (2025). ISI-Q1, Impact Factor 5.4. Accepted and planned for publication in June 2025.

[2] Ngoc-Truong Nguyen, Nhu-Y Tran-Van, Cao-Thi Nguyen, and Khanh-Hoi Le-Minh. "WleAtNet: A Lightweight Deep Learning Model and Data Framework for Wireless Link Estimation in Resource-Constrained Internet of Things," in 2025 International Conference on Computational Collective Intelligence (ICCC). Rank B CORE2021. Accepted and planned for presentation in November 2025. 

[3] Nhu-Y Tran-Van, Hoang-Trung Le Pham, Huy-Tan Thai, and Kim-Hung Le. "Investigating the Vulnerability of Deep Neural Network to Bit-Flip Attacks in Collaborative Inference Systems," in the 2025 Conference on Information Technology and its Applications (CITA). Accepted and planned for presentation in July 2025. 

[4] Minh-Hao Ho, Nhu-Y Tran-Van, and Kim-Hung Le, “A multi-input bi-LSTM autoencoder model with wavelet transform for air quality prediction,” in 2024 International Conference on Multimedia Analysis and Pattern Recognition (MAPR), IEEE, 2024, pp. 1–6. DOI: 10.1109/MAPR63514.2024.10660818. 

[5] Nhu-Y Tran-Van, Huy-Tan Thai, Khanh-Hoi Le-Minh, and Kim-Hung Le, “Towards real-time outdoor air quality prediction using a hybrid model based on internet of things devices,” in 2023 IEEE International Conference on Communication, Networks and Satellite (COMNETSAT), IEEE, 2023, pp. 683–688. DOI: 10.1109/COMNETSAT59769.2023.10420823. 

[6] Huy-Tan Thai, Nhu-Y Tran-Van, Khanh-Hoi Le-Minh, and Kim-Hung Le, “An edge-based fire detection system for real-time IoT applications,” in 2023 IEEE International Conference on Communication, Networks and Satellite (COMNETSAT), IEEE, 2023, pp. 646–651. DOI: 10.1109/COMNETSAT59769.2023.10420588. 

[7] Nhu-Y Tran-Van, Nhat-Tuan Pham, and Kim-Hung Le, “Ls-tfp: A LSTM-based traffic flow prediction method in intelligent internet of things,” in Proceedings of the International Conference on Cognitive and Intelligent Computing: ICCIC 2021, Volume 1, Springer, 2022, pp. 23–33. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-2350-0_3. 

[8] Nhat-Tuan Pham, Nhu-Y Tran-Van, and Kim-Hung Le, “Ls-spp: A LSTM-based solar power prediction method from weather forecast information,” in 2021 8th NAFOSTED Conference on Information and Computer Science (NICS), IEEE, 2021, pp. 144–148. î DOI: 10.1109/NICS54270.2021.9701529. 

[9] Huy-Tan Thai, Nhu-Y Tran-Van, and Kim-Hung Le, “Artificial cognition for early leaf disease detection using vision transformers,” in 2021 International Conference on Advanced Technologies for Communications (ATC), 2021, pp. 33–38. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1109/ATC52653.2021.9598303.


Timeline

Masters Degree - Computer Science

University of Information technology - Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City
08.2022 -

University teaching assistant

University of Information technology - VNU
01.2022 - 06.2025

Researcher

IEC Research Group (IEC-UIT)
07.2020 - Current

Engineering Degree - Network Computer and Communication

University of Information technology - Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City
10.2017 - 03.2022
Nhu-Y Tran-Van