Exploring Knowledge Through Research and Real-World Experience
From environmental sustainability to market innovation, my research and internships bridge academic curiosity with practical impact, turning questions into solutions that matter.
Research Projects
Diving deep into environmental science and sustainability
Advancing Climate-Compatible Growth in Vietnam
Published in 21st INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE: SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES IN DEVELOPMENT, 2025 PROCEEDINGS, p. 2629-2641
When looking for topics I could do research on, I was drawn to a central question: how can Vietnam continue to grow economically while preventing excessive carbon footprint? This led me down a rabbit hole of carbon markets and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). This was a policy challenge, but also a business one, because behind every regulation are companies, investors, and industries recalibrating their strategies to survive.
Our team approached the project by combining policy analysis and economic modeling with on-the-ground realities. My role focused on examining emission-intensive sectors and evaluating how carbon pricing could reshape their competitiveness. What struck me most was the dual nature of carbon markets: they create immediate compliance costs but also unlock opportunities for innovation, investment, and sustainable business models. For Vietnam, this isn't just about avoiding penalties, it's also about seizing the chance to reposition itself in global supply chains.
The paper, later published in the Journal of Economic Science and Development, and presented at the NEU–Khon Kaen International Scientific Conference, gave me the chance to discuss these insights with policymakers and academics from across Asia. Those exchanges reinforced something I deeply believe: economic growth and sustainability are not opposing goals but can be integrated through creative policy and smart business strategy.
As someone planning pursue business further in higher education, this research has shaped how I think about the intersection of markets and sustainability. I now see regulations like CBAM not as obstacles, but as forces that will define the next generation of global commerce. This experience taught me that business leadership in the future will mean more than maximizing profit, but rather, it will mean navigating complexity, innovating responsibly, and ensuring growth that lasts.
Development of Water Purification System Using Nanotechnology and UV Light
When I joined the International Youth Business Competition 2024, I didn't expect the experience to take me from a chemistry lab bench to the homes of families in need. Our project, PureStart, aimed to design a low-cost water purification system using TiO₂ nanoparticles in the anatase phase, synthesized and coated onto gravel filter cores. What began as a scientific experiment quickly grew into something more: a solution that could touch real lives.
My role was hands-on from start to finish. I prepared the chemical solutions, combined, stirred, and heat-treated them to synthesize the nanoparticles, then tested their properties using XRD and SEM analysis. Seeing those diffraction peaks that confirmed the anatase phase was a thrilling moment - it meant that our process had worked. But the real impact came later, when we integrated the coated gravel into a full-scale water filter model. Not only did it remove contaminants with remarkable efficiency, it was also compact, durable, and required minimal energy, which was perfect for communities with limited resources.
Beyond the lab, I helped source materials and assemble the filters, ultimately building 10 working units that were donated to households in Bá Thước, where water pollution from nearby factories had disrupted daily life. Meeting the families who received them made the project deeply personal. It was no longer about data or lab results, but it was also about safe drinking water for children, peace of mind for parents, and hope for a healthier future.
The competition taught me that research gains meaning when paired with application, and business models matter just as much as scientific results. For me, PureStart was more than a project, it was proof that persistence, teamwork, and a bit of chemistry could create real change.
Internship Experience
Professional experiences and hands-on learning
Investment Simulation Website
It all began with a simple short-form video. This had made me realise that there is no tangible way to get into investment, even though it has been a hot topic for a while. I wanted to make a platform where people could experience the complexity of the market. That thought turned into a nine-month project, where I worked as a Web Content Developer to design a simulation based on one year of real data from four representative stocks on the HOSE exchange: MSN, FPT, BID, and HPG.
The first phase was about data gathering. I pulled daily price movements from January 2023 to January 2024, while also collecting relevant news - the earnings reports, policy changes, even global events that shook investor confidence. The challenge wasn't in finding information, but in deciding which pieces of news genuinely influenced stock behavior. Filtering through that flood of content taught me to distinguish noise from signals, something investors struggle with every day.
Next came building the simulation itself. I designed scenarios where players reacted to sudden market shifts: a drop in FPT after a regulatory change, or a rally in HPG following a spike in steel demand. Each event was tied back to the real historical outcome, so users could see whether their choices aligned with what actually happened. To make it meaningful, I added guidance at every step: portfolio management tips that stressed not just chasing profits, but protecting capital during volatility.
The final stage was launching the product. We rolled it out to 80 users, watching as they debated strategy, made risky bets, or played it safe. Seeing them engage with something I had built from raw numbers was deeply satisfying.
This project was more than coding or data analysis; it was about turning the abstract world of finance into an interactive story. And in doing so, I learned that behind every dataset lies a chance to teach, to challenge, and to spark curiosity.
Project Development Department Intern - Tri Nam Group Joint Stock Company
Trí Nam Group is known for developing IT solutions and e-government services, and my internship there gave me a front-row seat to the intersection of technology, economics, and community impact. I wasn't only observing projects from the sidelines, but also contributing to how they were evaluated and positioned for long-term viability.
Most of my work revolved around collecting and synthesizing data from ongoing initiatives, but the real challenge was learning to view those numbers in context. A project might look profitable on paper, but when environmental and social considerations were factored in, the picture often changed. I learned to analyze proposals through multiple lenses: economic feasibility, environmental sustainability, and alignment with public needs. For example, one digital platform we assessed promised efficiency gains but raised questions about data accessibility in rural areas.
What I valued most was the chance to sit in on evaluation meetings where senior staff debated trade-offs. It was there I realized that project development is never about chasing a single metric, but rather, it's about balancing competing demands and anticipating long-term consequences.
By the end of the internship, I had grown comfortable navigating large datasets, identifying trends, and preparing briefings that informed internal discussions. More importantly, I left with a deeper appreciation for how IT projects can drive national progress only when they are designed with economic, environmental, and human factors in mind. That perspective continues to shape how I think about innovation and business strategy.
Business Department Intern | Aligro Joint Stock Company
At Aligro, a fashion company with both Vietnamese and U.S. registered trademarks, my internship sat at the crossroads of design and business development. Though officially placed in the Business Department, I worked as a designer within the Market Development team, where creativity was always linked to commercial outcomes.
One stream of work involved creating corporate uniforms for major clients. These are projects where brand identity and practicality had to coexist. Here, I learned that design wasn't just about aesthetics but about reinforcing corporate culture through what employees wore every day.
The highlight of my internship, however, was my independent project: researching youth fashion trends and proposing three designs for the Autumn–Winter 2024 collection. Diving into trend reports, social media, and street style, I translated abstract patterns into concrete sketches. When two of my designs were approved for production, I experienced the thrill of seeing creativity turn into tangible results. Over 200 pieces were sold within just three months, validating the commercial viability of my work.
What surprised me was how much this experience mirrored entrepreneurship. From trend forecasting to product testing, I was essentially managing a mini business cycle for my designs. It showed me that in fashion, as in business, success depends on understanding the market, taking creative risks, and delivering something people didn't know they wanted until they saw it.
The internship convinced me that creativity is most powerful when paired with strategy. This is the lesson I carry with me as I prepare to study business on a larger stage.
Skills & Expertise
Technical and research capabilities developed through hands-on experience