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First Time’s a Charm

Rob Lasson

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Apr 26, 2023

Computational ‘Short Cuts’ Offer Fast Answers to Complex Supply Chain Problems

These efficient mathematical tools can give businesses important supply chain information for determining the best places to locate elements in a supply chain.
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Apr 21, 2023

Two of the Six Outstanding Research Awardees are ISE

This year's winners of NC State's top research and mentorship award include OR's Maria Mayorga and ISE's Ola Harrysson.
A headshot of dean Jim Pfaendtner standing in front of a blue background.

Apr 17, 2023

NC State Names New Dean of College of Engineering

Following a nationwide search, Jim Pfaendtner has been named the Louis Martin-Vega Dean of the College of Engineering at North Carolina State University.
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Feb 7, 2023

Researchers Propose a Fourth Light on Traffic Signals – For Self-Driving Cars

Engineers at NC State University are now proposing a “white light,” for autonomous vehicles to help control traffic flow and let humans know what’s happening.
A headshot of Ben Rachunok standing in front of a large red mural.

Feb 2, 2023

Ben There, Will do That

It seemed easy for the newest OR faculty member, Ben Rachunok, to return to NC State. He received his bachelor's degree from NC State and grew up here.
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Jan 17, 2023

It’s like a Fitbit, But Bigger

OR assistant professor Sara Shashaani is researching digital twins thanks to a three-year grant from the National Science Foundation.
Ph.D. student Jessica Mele gets hooded during the OR Fall 2022 OR Graduation Ceremony

Dec 15, 2022

Fall 2022 Graduation Ceremony

The Fall 2022 OR Graduation Ceremony was live-streamed so that all the friends, families, and OR community could celebrate this joyous event anywhere.
Leila Hajibabai and team analyzing an active EV charging station.

Dec 12, 2022

Will the Widespread Adoption of EVs Crash the Power Grid?

Leila Hajibabai and her team are developing models to weigh EV challenges, including where to deploy charger locations and how to make them more efficient.
Russ Nelson standing in front of the large NC State University College of Engineering sign in Fitts-Woolard Hall

Nov 14, 2022

Grad Student Profile: Russ Nelson

Russ Nelson, U.S. Army Veteran, is using his time in the OR Program to help ensure mission success.
Margaret Tobey receives her 2nd place award

Nov 3, 2022

First Time’s a Charm

Margaret Tobey placed second in the Best Paper Contest and was a finalist in the Best Poster Competition on her first visit to the INFORMS conference.