Large Scale Optimization
Advanced School 2026
Advanced topics on cutting plane and column generation with sessions on theory, modeling, applications and computing.
Expert Lectures
Learn from leading experts in the field of optimization from prestigious institutions across India.
Hands-on Sessions
Gain practical experience through interactive sessions on real-world optimization problems.
Collaborations
Connect with fellow researchers, students, and industry professionals in the field of optimization.
Department of Management Studies
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
About LSO Advanced School 2026
Large Scale Optimization Advanced School — the first in a series.
Large Scale Optimization (LSO) Advanced School, 2026 will cover advanced topics in cutting plane and column generation. It will feature sessions on theory, modeling, applications and computing.
The school is targeted at PhD students, postgraduate students, faculty and industry professionals interested in advanced topics in this area.
In addition to expert lectures and hands-on sessions, the Advanced School will include paper and poster presentation sessions on the above topics. Participants will have the opportunity to present their research work, receive feedback from experts, and engage in discussions with fellow researchers.
This is the first in a series focused on advanced topics in large-scale optimization, following the introductory LSO Summer School series at IIM Indore (2019), IIM Ahmedabad (2022), IIT Kanpur (2023), IIT Roorkee (2024), IIT Bombay (2025) and IIT Delhi (2026).
Apply for the Advanced SchoolLSO Advanced School 2026
Dates: Sept 30 – Oct 4, 2026
Venue: IIT Roorkee, Roorkee, Uttarakhand.
Format: Lectures, hands-on labs, and paper presentations
For: PhD and postgraduate students, faculty, industry professionals
Topics
Major themes of the advanced school.
Who Should Attend?
PhD Students
Enhance your research by learning advanced optimization techniques and networking with experts.
Faculty Members
Keep up with the latest research and methodologies in optimization to enhance your teaching and research.
Industry Professionals
Apply cutting-edge optimization techniques to solve real-world business challenges and improve operations.
Postgraduate Students
Build specialized knowledge in optimization to advance your career and academic pursuits.
Prerequisites
Participants are expected to have a basic understanding of linear programming, integer programming, and the simplex method.
Preparation: Participants are advised to review the fundamentals of optimization by watching the following NPTEL course: NPTEL – Optimization .
Speakers
Learn from leading experts in the field of optimization from prestigious institutions across India.
Program
Comprehensive schedule covering theory, modeling, applications and computing in cutting plane and column generation.
Program Overview
The LSO Advanced School 2026 will feature a mix of lectures, hands-on sessions, and paper presentations focused on various aspects of cutting plane and column generation.
The detailed schedule and program information will be announced closer to the event date.
Sept 30 – Oct 4, 2026Application and Registration
Join us for the LSO Advanced School 2026 and gain knowledge in cutting plane and column generation.
Registration Details
What's Included
- All lectures, workshops, and hands-on sessions
- Shared accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshments during breaks
- Course materials and certificate of participation
Not Included
- Travel to and from IIT Roorkee
- Local transportation and personal expenses
- Any additional accommodation outside the official program dates
Registration Fees
Includes goods and services tax (GST)
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| StudentsUndergraduate, postgraduate, PhD, and postdoctoral researchers | 6,000 |
| Faculty Members and All Other ParticipantsFaculty, industry professionals, practitioners, and other participants | 10,000 |
Important Fee Information
- The registration fee will be fully waived for participants whose abstracts are selected for presentation.
- Subject to the availability of funding, registration fees may be reduced; selected participants will be informed accordingly.
- The payment link will be sent separately to selected applicants only.
- For registration-related queries, please contact lso@iitr.ac.in.
Venue
Join us at IIT Roorkee campus in Roorkee, Uttarakhand.
Venue Information
LSO Advanced School 2026 will be held in IIT Roorkee campus located in Roorkee, Uttarakhand. The campus offers state-of-the-art facilities for academic conferences and a serene environment conducive to learning.
Location
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667
India
Exact Venue
APJAKB -103, APJ Abdul Kalam Block Lecture Hall Complex
How to Reach
By Air
Jolly Grant Airport (DED), Dehradun ≈ 70 km. Taxi 1.5–2 hrs.
By Train
Roorkee Railway Station ≈ 3 km. Direct trains from Delhi, Mumbai & other major cities.
By Road
Well-connected via NH 58. ≈ 180 km from Delhi (3–4 hrs); app-based cabs available.
Organizers
Meet the team behind LSO Advanced School 2026.
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