We investigate the main Integer and Continuous Optimization domains under the theoretical and computational viewpoints. Additionally, we also have experience on various practical applications of Optimization as well.

Site: http://www.labotim.cos.ufrj.br/ .

Main Research Topics

• Mathematical Matematical Programming - theory, methods and computattional applications
• Linear and Non Linear Programming
• Integer Linear and Non Linear Programming
• Combinatorial Optimization
• Optimization of Dynamic and Stochastic Systems
• Decomposition Methods
• Computational Methods in Optimization
• Heuristic and Metaheuristic Methods 
• Semidefinite Programming
• Lagrangean Relaxation
• Graphs - theory and algoritms
• Mathematical and Computational Biology

Main Application Areas

• Energy
• Petroleum
• Logistics
• Telecommunications
• Routing
• Scheduling 
• Computational Biology
• Health Services 

Faculty

• Abilio Pereira de Lucena Filho , D.Sc, 1986 (Responsible)
• Jayme Luiz Szwarcfiter , Ph.D., 1975
• Laura Silvia Bahiense da Silva Leite, D.Sc., 2000
• Luidi Gelabert Simonetti, D.Sc., 2008
• Marcia Helena Costa Fampa , D.Sc., 1996
• Nelson Maculan Filho , D.Habil. 1988
• Paulo Roberto Oliveira , Dr.Ing., 1977
• Priscila Machado Vieira Lima, Ph.D. 2000
• Ruben Pinto Mondaini , D.Sc., 1984