Advances in Fuzzy Systems and Decision Making Theory
A special issue of Mathematics (ISSN 2227-7390). This special issue belongs to the section "D2: Operations Research and Fuzzy Decision Making".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 April 2026 | Viewed by 19
Special Issue Editor
Interests: complex systems; fuzzy theory; decision-making models; risk assessment; safety operations and maintenance
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In an increasingly complex and uncertain world, the integration of fuzzy systems and decision-making theory has emerged as a powerful paradigm for tackling ambiguity and enhancing analytical capabilities. This Special Issue focuses on the latest advancements that harness the principles of fuzziness to improve decision-making processes across various domains, from artificial intelligence to operations research.
Fuzzy logic provides a robust framework for modeling imprecise data, enabling systems to emulate human reasoning and handle vague information effectively. By incorporating fuzzy sets, linguistic variables, and fuzzy inference mechanisms, decision-makers can evaluate alternatives more intuitively and make informed choices in uncertain environments.
This issue highlights innovative research that explores novel fuzzy models, algorithms, and applications, including multi-criteria decision-making, fuzzy control systems, and fuzzy neural networks. We also encourage contributions that investigate the intersection of fuzzy systems with machine learning, big data analytics, and optimization techniques.
Topics of interest include the following:
- New fuzzy algorithms for real-time decision-making;
- Multi-criteria decision-making under uncertainty;
- Applications of fuzzy systems in finance, healthcare, and engineering;
- Hybrid approaches combining fuzzy logic with other computational techniques;
- Fuzzy optimization and large-scale data-driven fuzzy decision models;
- Theoretical advancements in fuzzy set theory and its implications for decision-making.
We invite researchers to share their insights and breakthroughs, contributing to the collective effort of refining decision-making under uncertainty and enhancing the practical applications of fuzzy systems.
Dr. Shibo Wu
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- fuzzy decision-making
- multi-criteria decision analysis
- fuzzy logic and inference systems
- hybrid intelligent systems
- fuzzy optimization
- uncertainty modeling
- fuzzy systems in artificial intelligence
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