Advances in Mathematical Optimization in Operational Research
A special issue of Mathematics (ISSN 2227-7390). This special issue belongs to the section "D: Statistics and Operational Research".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 53
Special Issue Editors
Interests: operations; supply chain management; inventory management; sustainable operations
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to announce a Special Issue on “Advances in Mathematical Optimization in Operational Research”, to be published in Mathematics. This Special Issue aims to provide a platform for researchers, practitioners, and academics to present their latest findings and advancements in the field of mathematical optimization and its applications in operational research.
Mathematical optimization has long been a cornerstone of operational research, enabling the efficient allocation of resources, the optimization of complex systems, and the development of robust decision-making processes. With the increasing complexity and interconnectedness of modern systems, the need for innovative optimization techniques and their effective applications have never been more critical.
We invite original research articles and reviews on topics related (but not limited) to the following:
- Optimization in logistics and supply chain management;
- Energy systems optimization;
- Healthcare operations optimization;
- Transportation and traffic optimization;
- Manufacturing and production optimization;
- Real-world applications of operational research;
- Integration of optimization with other fields such as data science, engineering, and economics.
Submission Guidelines:
- All submissions must be original and not under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers).
- Manuscripts should be well formatted and written in good English.
- A detailed guide for authors is available on the Mathematics website.
- Submission deadline: 31 December 2025
We look forward to receiving your contributions and to showcasing the latest advancements in mathematical optimization in operational research. Together, we can drive forward the development of this critical field and contribute to solving real-world challenges through innovative optimization techniques.
Prof. Dr. Ke Fu
Dr. Jiayan Xu
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- optimization
- operational research
- operations and supply chain management
- real-world applications
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