Drone as First Responder (DFR) Feasibility Study
Develop a data-driven Decision Support System (DSS) to evaluate the operational feasibility and deployment strategies of drone-assisted emergency response.
Integrates optimization models, geospatial analytics, and real-time data processing to support rapid dispatch, coverage assessment, and coordination between police and fire agencies.
Improve response times, situational awareness, and resource allocation efficiency in critical incidents across Northern Virginia.
Design a digital twin tool to model, simulate, and visualize real-world DFR programs under varying geographic, temporal, and demand conditions.
Conduct a comprehensive cost–benefit analysis to quantify potential savings, response improvements, and operational trade-offs relative to traditional response models.
Funding Agency: Northern Virginia Emergency Response System (NVERS).
Role: Postdoc Research Fellow