Workshop on Nonsmooth Optimization and Applications
(NOPTA 2024)
in Honor of the 75th Birthday of Boris Mordukhovich
April 8-12, 2024- University of Antwerp, Belgium
The Workshop on Nonsmooth Optimization and Applications (NOPTA 2024) will be held at the University of Antwerp (UAntwerp), Belgium, April 08-12, 2024, where it is organized by Applied Mathematics Group of the Department of Mathematics at the UAntwerp. The workshop is accompanied by the intensive SOCN course "Variational Analysis in Optimization and Control" given by Prof. Boris Mordukhovich.
A Workshop in Honor of the 75th Birthday of
Boris Mordukhovich
Boris Mordukhovich is a distinguished mathematician, renowned for his significant contributions to nonlinear analysis, optimization, and control theory. As a pioneer in modern variational analysis and generalized differentiation, his work has found applications in various disciplines, including mathematics, engineering, and economics. With more than 500 publications and several important books, he is one of the top influential mathematicians who has earned numerous awards, including Fellowships from the American Mathematical Society and the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics. A dedicated mentor, researcher, and editor, he has inspired countless young mathematicians and advanced the frontiers of knowledge in the field of variational analysis and nonsmooth optimization.
Program and book of abstracts
The Workshop Program can be downloaded via: Program
The Book of Abstracts can be downloaded via: Book of Abstracts
Workshop Scope
The primary objective of this workshop is to bring together researchers, academics, practitioners, and industry experts in the field of nonsmooth optimization to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange. The conference aims to create a platform for sharing cutting-edge research, innovative methodologies, and practical applications related to nonsmooth optimization techniques.
The scope of the workshop includes (but may not be restricted to) the following topics:
Nonsmooth Convex Optimization
Nonsmooth Nonconvex Optimization
Nonsmooth and Variational Analysis
Complexity and Efficiency of Nonsmooth Optimization Algorithms
Large- to Huge-Scale Structured Optimization
Nonsmooth Optimization in Machine Learning
Novel Applications of Nonsmooth Optimization
We are looking forward to welcoming you in Antwerp!
On behalf of the Organizing and Scientific Committees: Masoud Ahookhosh (University of Antwerp), chair of SC.
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