Nonlinear Optimization: Models, Algorithms and Software

ISE 650 SEMINAR IN INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING - "Nonlinear Optimization: Models, Algorithms and Software"Guest Speaker: Dr. Richard WaltzResearch Assistant Professor, USC Daniel J. Epstein Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering ABSTRACT: This talk will provide a modern overview of the field of nonlinear
optimization. The talk will present a variety of diverse model
categories that can be tackled using nonlinear optimization
techniques. Rather than focusing on the details of specific
algorithms for solving nonlinear optimization models, the talk will
present the general conceptual framework common to all algorithms.
Current software tools available for nonlinear optimization and their
practical capabilities will also be briefly summarized. The talk is
intended as both an introduction and overview of the field for
non-experts. ******************************BIO:Dr. Richard Waltz joined the USC Epstein Department of Industrial and Systems
Engineering in 2007 as a Research Assistant Professor. His research
specialty is in the area of general-purpose algorithms and software
for solving nonlinear optimization problems. Since 1999 he has been
the primary developer of KNITRO, one of the most popular and widely
used software packages for nonlinear optimization. In 2001, Dr. Waltz co-founded Ziena Optimization, Inc. Ziena
specializes in software, modeling and consulting for nonlinear
optimization. Prior to joining USC, he also served as a Research
Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and
Computer Science at Northwestern University. Dr. Waltz received his BS degree in Physics from the University of
Notre Dame in 1996; and his Ph.D. in the Department of Electrical and
Computer Engineering from Northwestern University in 2002. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2008, 12:00 PM, GER 309

Location: Ethel Percy Andrus Gerontology Center (GER) - 309

Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

Contact: Georgia Lum