On Thursday afternoon, March 21, 2024, Center for Environmental Intelligence has had the honor of welcoming Dr. Arnaud Grignard, Research Scientist at French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development (IRD), Research Affiliate at MIT Media Lab to VinUni on collaboration with Digital Twin for Smart Cities project.

As part of the invitation, Dr. Grignard expertly delivered a thought-provoking session regarding his joint work on agent-based modelling for Urban Application. Insights into his experience working on the CityScope with GAMA Platform project, a collaborative endeavor between France and Vietnam, are shared in this session. Details range from methodologies, model construction to real-life applications in multiple cities worldwide. The use of participatory approaches enables model users to gain a deeper understanding of how new policies affect urban development and lay the groundwork for a better-informed analysis of alternative futures.

Additionally, the seminar also offers opportunities for participating lecturers and students to engage with the speaker and voice their inquiries regarding city science and relevant concerns. Through the Seminar, the Center hopes to initiate interest in Urban Planning for Sustainability and promote environmental research efforts among VinUnians.