Operations Research and AI Frontiers Workshop – August 4‑5, 2024 (Zhejiang University)
The two‑day workshop hosted by Zhejiang University Management School and Shanghai Jiao Tong University brings leading scholars and industry experts to present cutting‑edge research on operations research, large‑scale optimization, AI, graph neural networks, and supply‑chain applications, with detailed speaker bios, talk titles, abstracts, and registration information.
Theme: Operations Research and Artificial Intelligence in Industry
Organizers: Zhejiang University School of Management, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Antai College of Economics & Management, Zhejiang University International Research Center for Data Analysis and Management
Venue: C101 Golden Hall, Zhejiang University School of Management, Hangzhou, China
Date: August 4‑5, 2024 (offline workshop)
Format: In‑person presentations and round‑table discussion
Keynote Speakers and Talks:
Yinyu Ye (Stanford University) – "AI and Mathematical Optimization: New progress in solving huge‑scale mathematical programs and applications". Abstract: Discusses recent advances in first‑order methods, interior‑point algorithms, GPU/CUDA acceleration, and integration of large language models with OR solvers for large‑scale problems.
Jin Yaochu (Westlake University) – "Graph Neural Networks for Combinatorial Optimization". Abstract: Demonstrates GNN approaches for the traveling salesman problem, multi‑objective facility location, and graph coloring using supervised and unsupervised training.
Yejie Ping (Alibaba Cloud Intelligence Group) – "Large Language Models: An In‑Depth Mechanism Analysis and Applications". Abstract: Provides a comprehensive analysis of LLM mechanisms and showcases their applications across multiple tasks.
Zhao Lei (Tsinghua University) – Focus on stochastic optimization for logistics, supply‑chain risk management, and omni‑channel retail.
Lu Xuehua (Southeast Airlines) – Experience in crew scheduling and airport resource optimization.
Jiang Xiaoming (Hong Kong University) – Research on optimization algorithms, cloud computing, optimal control, and AI.
Gao Lei (SF Express) – New technologies in intelligent supply‑chain systems.
Other Speakers: Wang Yiqi (Dada Express), Wang Daqin (GDSolver), Wang Yi (AMD), Lai Xiaowen (Qingneng Interconnect), among others, covering topics from AI hardware to power‑system optimization platforms.
Registration: Early‑bird registration closed; standard tickets: 500 CNY for students, 1500 CNY for non‑students (includes August 3 accommodation). Free tea breaks and lunches provided.
Round‑Table Discussion (August 5): "Operations Research in Manufacturing Enterprises" – open call for 3‑4 industry participants.
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