Large Scale Optimization
Advanced School 2026
Advanced topics on cutting planes 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
Celebrating 25 years of excellence in management education, research, and industry collaboration.
About LSO Advanced School 2026
Large Scale Optimization Advanced School — the 1st in the 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, post-graduate students, faculty and industry professionals interested in advanced topics in this area.
This is the 1st in series focused on advanced topics on Large Scale Optimization, following the Introductory topics on LSO Summer Schools 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 & paper presentations
For: PhD & PG students, faculty, industry professionals
Topics
The school will cover various advanced topics on cutting planes and column generation.
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.
Post-Graduate Students
Build specialized knowledge in optimization to advance your career and academic pursuits.
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 planes and column generation.
The detailed schedule and program information will be announced closer to the event date.
Sept 30 – Oct 4, 2026Registration
Join us for the LSO Advanced School 2026 and advance your knowledge in cutting plane and column generation.
Registration Details
Registration includes participation in all sessions, course materials, shared accommodation, and all meals during the program.
What's Included
- All lectures, workshops, and hands-on sessions
- Course materials
- Shared accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshments during breaks
- 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 or waived for selected participants.
- The payment link will be sent separately only to selected applicants.
- For registration-related queries, please contact lso@iitr.ac.in.
Venue
Join us at IIT Roorkee campus in Roorkee, Uttarakhand.
Venue Information
LSO 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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