Complex optimization problems are our constant companions in daily life. Modern mathematical methods of modelling, analysis, and simulation are therefore necessary to support decision-making. This involves discrete, continuous and stochastic aspects – often in combination. The key to analysing and ultimately solving these problems lies in transcending the boundaries of individual mathematical disciplines and harnessing the innovative potential that this creates. The area of research strength known as “Multiple Perspectives in Optimization” (MPOpt) is dedicated to this thematic remit. It is primarily driven by the Department of Mathematics and the Department of Statistics.
The doctoral program “Modeling–Analysis–Optimization of Discrete, Continuous, and Stochastic Systems” (MAO) established at the University of Klagenfurt, for example, focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration. The aim is to offer doctoral students a sound mathematical education that enables them to tackle complex research questions and prepares them for a scientific career.
In this area of research excellence, researchers collaborate on numerous international projects. Partner institutions include the University of California, Los Angeles; the University of Waterloo; the University of Oxford; University College London; the University of Cambridge; Texas A&M University; the Weierstrass Institute; CWI Amsterdam; Academia Sinica Taipei; the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee; INSA Rouen Normandie; Sapienza Università di Roma; RWTH Aachen University; TU Berlin; TU Munich; and the University of Cologne.
As part of these collaborations, researchers not only study mathematical and statistical foundations but also develop practical applications together with partners from science and industry. Examples include the efficient simulation of nonlinear ultrasound (GE Healthcare Austria), the navigation of mobile robots (University of Cincinnati), and the optimization of chemical reactions (Max Planck Institute for Dynamics of Complex Technical Systems Magdeburg).
In addition, Kärntner Landesversicherung is a collaboration partner, and part of the in-service actuarial training program is offered in cooperation with the Austrian Actuarial Association (AVÖ). Another example is “Shared Charging”, a flagship project funded by the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG) aimed at developing an ecosystem for sustainable, shared charging of electric vehicles, with industry partners such as go-e, Kelag, CISC, and Infineon.
The research cluster is widely networked within the university and works closely with colleagues from the Institutes for Networked and Embedded Systems, Computer Science, and Economics.
Examples of ongoing research activities
Successful Project Completion: Five Years of Excellence in Mathematical Research
Quanta – From Mystery To Revolution
Using new methods to predict economic development
Faster mathematical methods for stable technical solutions
Scientific Exchange at the 4th Alps-Adriatic Inverse Problems Workshop
Successful Conference on Computational Optimization held at Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt
Making better use of energy thanks to optimisation methods: new MSCA doctoral network ALMOA approved
Using innovative methods to improve our understanding of the interplay between monetary policy and the economy
Shudian Zhao is awarded the dissertation prize of the Austrian Society for Operations Research
How can renewable energy satisfy the demand for electricity as far as possible?
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