Optimization and Operational Research The main focus of the group is on mathematical and computing aspects of optimization. It has world-leading expertise in the solution of large sparse linear and quadratic problems by two of the core technologies in optimization - the simplex method and interior point methods. The group also has interests in nonlinear and global optimization, discrete optimization, decomposition methods, parallel computing, industrial applications of optimization, and stochastic optimization. There is additional expertise in simulation and stochastic areas of operational research, and in the mathematics of energy systems. People Members of the Optimization and Operational Research group Seminars and events Seminar series, news feed and events in the School of Mathematics organised by the Optimization and Operational Research group Selected publications Selected publications by members of the Optimization and Operational Research group PhD opportunities and graduate testimonials The Optimization and Operational Research PhD programme and areas with opportunity for research Software Software created by members of the Optimization and Operational Research group Impact The socio-economic impact of research is of ever increasing importance, and examples of recent and current impact successes in Optimization and OR are listed here Operational Research Consultancy The Operational Research and Optimization group undertakes consultancy work in several areas Funded Projects Funded projects in the Optimization and Operational Research group Awards and Recognition Awards and recognition for members of the Optimization and Operational Research group This article was published on 2025-04-22
