From Olympiads to engineering, mathematics has grown with me from solving geometry puzzles to solving global issues. It has given me new ways to see the world, through data, science, technology, and design.
Helping farmers solve food security in Northern Vietnam.
Fish health problems in modern aquaculture can escalate rapidly, causing mass mortality, economic losses for farmers, and reduced food security when early signs of fish illness go undetected.
This is a solution to tackle Vietnam’s current aquaculture crisis. A way for me to give back to the local community I love and cherish.
Mathematics for Food SecurityFish in modern Vietnamese aquaculture systems mentally suffer from water toxicity and predators like cats, leading to unhealthy breeds and subsequently lower market sales for fish farmers.
I created a device that integrates mathematics with engineering and computer vision, enabling fish farmers to track fish health through a smartphone. Wrapped up two completed versions and currently working on the third one.
V1
A light trail going across the bottom of the pond. This product acts as a source of entertainment for carp to minimize stress.
However, I realized that the fish became even MORE stressed, as erratic lighting leads to discomfort and ultimately uncontrollable behavior. Furthermore, lights don’t chase away cats, the fish main source of fear.
I’ll need a second version.
V2
I attached motion sensors on the backs of carp to track their movements in three-dimension, using changes in swimming patterns to infer stress and alert farmers to threats such as approaching cats.
Because the sensors provide movement data without directly revealing the fish’s physical condition (which leads to misleading data), I saw the need for a third-generation system combining motion tracking with computer vision for a more reliable fish health evaluation.
V3
I am developing a prototype that utilizes computer vision to detect abnormal swimming patterns and help farmers identify stress or illness earlier.
Beyond aquaculture, I hope the technology can eventually support marine-ecosystem monitoring and conservation by providing a scalable, non-invasive way to study animal behavior and detect environmental changes.
Elevating the region, one fish at a time
As I grew up, my passion for mathematics evolved into solving problems in my local community.
I utilized Bayesian statistics to create an affordable yet reliable breast cancer early detection system for under-resourced communities. Currently achieving 93% accuracy.
Hwa Chong Int’l School / Student ResearcherDeveloped a Bayesian-based breast cancer early-detection system (using Python) that integrates clinical indicators to estimate cancer risk, aiming to support earlier referral and diagnosis for patients and healthcare workers, particularly in resource-constrained communities.
Model scored 93% on accuracy; aiming to reach 95% by the end of the year.
Researching anthraquinone from Vietnamese Noni plants to treat rheumatoid arthritis, a long-term autoimmune disorder that primarily causes painful swelling and inflammation in the joints.
Won Gold Medal @ Prix Eiffel International Invention and Innovation Contest
14,000+
streams on SpotifyComposed three original piano pieces and two audio-books. Reached 14,000+ streams with popular track “Cheesy Pyramids.”
Researched how piano melodies influences children’s cognition and emotional well-being, particularly its potential to relieve stress.
Developed “Ruru’s Calm Corner Kit” with music and resources for schools from impoverished areas. Provided teachers and parents with accessible emotional-support tools for children in communities where resources are limited.
A silent yet still-breathing space, where ideas take form and imagination goes wild. Think I am only drawn to mathematics, water-sports, and advocacy? Think again. Art is a reflection of myself, a seeker who creates, questions, and continually discovers new ways to see the world.
Using poetry to advocate against school bullying.
More recently, to honor and raise awareness of Vietnam’s maritime sovereignty amidst an uncertain world.
Exploring Vietnam’s marine life and environmental challenges, from shark conservation to sustainable aquaculture.
Making science accessible to the public.
14,000+ streams on Spotify.
I integrated cognitive research into original music to relieve stress in children.
Wrote and recorded two audio-books about space exploration and talking planets :)
Inspiring children’s curiosity and imagination while offering an escape from the stresses of everyday life.
Paint to explore social issues by re-imagining iconic artworks through the lens of contemporary pop culture.
A playful twist on Edvard Munch’s The Scream, addressing the growing threat of global warming.
With a trusty pickaxe on my left hand and my lil’ brother as my right hand man, I designed quite a plenty of Minecraft systems: from a ___ to a ___