Saturday, August 2, 2025

[DMANET] Online Resources for DCs (IFORS)

with fresh valuable material
To access information regarding IFORS Developing Countries resources, its regular updates – and to submit your possible "free" (not copyright protected) material, you may occasionally visit the link:

http://ifors.org/developing_countries/index.php?title=Main_Page .


With this open online resources page we aim to provide a platform to make research and applications of OR widely accessible to the entire OR community including researchers, academicians and scholars in the Developing Countries (DCs).

For this purpose we invite scholarly contributions spanning across all areas and sectors ranging from arts and science, to communication and education.

The International Federation of Operational Research Societies (https://www.ifors.org) is a 65-year-old organization which is currently composed of 54 national societies. Regional Groups of are: ALIO (The Latin American Ibero Association on Operations Research), APORS (The Association of Asian-Pacific Operational Research Societies), EURO (The Association of European Operational Research Societies), NORAM (The Association of North American Operations Research Societies).

IFORS conferences are held every three years. The conference 2023 was held very successfully in Santiago, Chile;

the next exciting IFORS conference will be celebrated in 2026 in Vienna.

Please visit the following link for details regarding the same: https://www.ifors2026.at/home/ .


Thank you very much for your attention. We look forward to your enthusiastic participation and scholarly contributions.


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Friday, August 1, 2025

[DMANET] Post-Doctoral position at the University of Toronto

POST-DOCTORAL POSITION IN DISCRETE OPTIMIZATION
Applications are invited for a Post-Doctoral position at the University of Toronto, Canada. The preferred research field is Discrete Optimization, with possible focus areas in Approximation Algorithms, Scheduling, Network Algorithms, Computational Discrete Optimization, Computational Geometry, Facility Location; however, strong applicants in all areas of Operations Research will be considered. The applicants should be within 5 years (or close to completion) of their Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mathematics / Applied Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research / Management, or a related field.
The successful candidate will work under the supervision of professor Igor Averbakh in the Department of Management, University of Toronto Scarborough. The start date is negotiable.
The initial contract can be for up to 12 months, with a possibility of extensions for up to 2 years based on mutual interest and availability of funds. To apply, send a C.V. and a sample of recent research (papers, preprints, etc.) electronically to professor Igor Averbakh at igor.averbakh@rotman.utoronto.ca<mailto:igor.averbakh@rotman.utoronto.ca>
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

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[DMANET] Announce: passagemath 10.6.1, the pip-installable modularized fork of SageMath

passagemath is open source mathematical software in Python, released
under the GNU General Public Licence GPLv2+.

It is a fork of SageMath, which has been developed 2005-2025 under the
motto "Creating a Viable Open Source Alternative to Magma, Maple,
Mathematica, and MATLAB".

The passagemath fork uses the motto "Creating a Free Passage Between
the Scientific Python Ecosystem and Mathematical Software
Communities." It was created in October 2024. A major new stable
release 10.6.1 is now available:

https://github.com/passagemath/passagemath

For Sage users/developers:
- The passagemath project maintains a stable version of the Sage
distribution, supporting system Python 3.10–3.13, and provides the
traditional installation mode using "make configure && ./configure &&
make build".
- New packages: CMR, Macaulay2, mpsolve, pplite/pplitepy, Py4ti2.
- Numerous package upgrades, carried out with rigorous platform
portability testing on a wide range of platforms.
- In passagemath-10.6.1, the Sage library is up to date with SageMath
10.7.beta6 (2025-06).

For Python users:
- Provides the full functionality of Sage, installable instantly from
binary wheels on PyPI:
https://github.com/passagemath/passagemath?tab=readme-ov-file#full-installation-of-passagemath-from-binary-wheels-on-pypi
- Binary wheels are available for Python 3.10–3.13, Linux and macOS,
ARM and x86_64
- Binary wheels are available for a subset of the functionality for
native Windows on x86_64.

For Sage package authors:
- Provides 71 modularized distributions of portions of the Sage
library that can be declared as build-time and run-time dependencies,
making your package a first-class member of the Python "ecosystem":
https://github.com/passagemath/passagemath?tab=readme-ov-file#modularized-distributions

For downstream packagers:
- Each of the 71 modularized distribution packages is provided on PyPI
in the form of sdists that adhere to PEP 517/518.
https://pypi.org/org/passagemath/
- Use "export SAGE_CONF_FILE=/dev/null" to disable the passagemath
confectionery (https://pypi.org/project/passagemath-conf/), or specify
a file to side-load configuration values.
- Non-Python dependencies of each distribution package are declared in
pyproject.toml in the format proposed by draft
https://peps.python.org/pep-0725

For upstream projects:
- Consider adopting the modularized passagemath distribution package
that provides an interface to your library as the official Python
interface package.

For inquiries / discussion, please use the passagemath forums.
https://github.com/passagemath#passagemath-community

--
Matthias Koeppe -- http://www.math.ucdavis.edu/~mkoeppe

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[DMANET] Post-Doctoral and PhD student in graph algorithms at Tel Aviv University

Applications are invited for Post-Doctoral and PhD positions at the group
of Shay Solomon, Tel Aviv University, funded by an ERC starting grant.

The selected Post-Doctoral and PhD researchers are expected to confront
cutting-edge problems in graph algorithms, focusing on dynamic and
geometric graph algorithms.

The start date is flexible, the salary is generous (in comparison to
Israeli fellowships), and solid travel grants are provided.

*A "remote" option may also be possible.*

Applicants for PhD positions should have a strong academic background in
computer science/mathematics.

Applicants for Post-Doctoral positions should have a Ph.D. in computer
science/mathematics and a strong research track record in graph algorithms
and/or computational geometry.

Applicants should send their CV and research statement directly to Shay
Solomon at shayso@tauex.tau.ac.il and arrange for three letters of
recommendation.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled, but it is
best to apply before November 1st, 2025.

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Please forward this message to any potential applicants.

Shay Solomon

School of Electrical & Computer Engineering, Tel Aviv University

https://sites.google.com/site/soloshay/

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[DMANET] SIROCCO 2026 - Call for Papers

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*SIROCCO 2026 Call For Papers **=====================================*

33rd International Colloquium On Structural Information and Communication
Complexity

Durham, UK, June 9–11, 2026

https://sirocco2026.webspace.durham.ac.uk/

https://easychair.org/cfp/sirocco2026

SIROCCO is devoted to the study of the interplay between structural
knowledge, communication, and computing in decentralized systems of
multiple communicating entities. Special emphasis is given to innovative
methodological and solution approaches leading to a better understanding of
the relationship between computing and communication.

SIROCCO has a tradition of interesting and productive scientific meetings
in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, attracting leading researchers in a
variety of fields in which communication and knowledge play a significant
role. Past SIROCCO proceedings can be found here:
https://link.springer.com/conference/sirocco.

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*Scope **=====================================*

Original papers are solicited from all areas of study of local structural
knowledge and global communication and computational complexities, in
particular (in alphabetical order):

* Biological and nature-inspired distributed algorithms

* Blockchains and related distributed paradigms

* Distributed algorithms and computability

* Distributed graph algorithms

* Distributed quantum computing

* Epistemic modeling and analysis of distributed systems

* Fault tolerance

* Formal verification of distributed systems

* Game theory in distributed computing

* Mobile agents and autonomous distributed systems

* Network modeling and analysis

* Security in distributed computing

* Self-stabilization

* Shared-memory algorithms

* Structural and communication complexity analysis

* Topology in distributed computing

* Wireless, ad-hoc, and peer-to-peer networks

Keeping with the tradition of SIROCCO, new areas are also welcome.

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*Important Dates **=====================================*

*Abstract submission:* Sunday, November 2, 2025 (AoE)

*Full paper submission:* Sunday, November 9, 2025 (AoE)

*Notification:* January 20, 2026

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*Venue **=====================================*

SIROCCO 2026 will take place at Durham University (England's 3rd oldest
University) in the UNESCO world heritage city of Durham, UK – the land of
the prince bishops. Located on a dramatic peninsula overlooking the River
Wear, Durham's unique 1100 yr old Norman cathedral and castle form the
designated World Heritage Site attracting tourists from all over the world
including the makers of the Harry Potter movies! Besides the beautiful
river, Durham has acres of tranquil woodland and peaceful parkland,
adjoining castles and attractions including the University's own Botanic
Garden and Oriental Museum. The university city has lovely walks, cobbled
streets, and a unique array of excellent cafes, bars, restaurants, and even
rowing and boating opportunities. Conference participants will have the
opportunity to visit Beamish Living Museum - the 2025 Museum of the
Year. Beamish is a world famous open air museum which brings the history of
North East England to life at its 1820s Pockerley, 1900s Town, 1900s Pit
Village, 1940s Farm, 1950s Town and 1950s Spain's Field Farm exhibit areas.

Durham is easily accessible - located just 30 minutes from the Newcastle
international airport, and less than 3 hours from London, Edinburgh, and
Manchester by train.

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*Submission Instructions **=====================================*

A submission must report on original research and contain results that have
not appeared previously in a regular conference paper and have not been
concurrently submitted to or previously appeared in a journal or a
conference with published proceedings.

The papers must be submitted in PDF format using EasyChair. Submissions
must be written in English and formatted in a single column on US
letter-size or A4 size paper, use at least 11-point font, and have at least
2.5 cm margins.

All submissions must start with a cover page, which will include the
paper's title, author names, a short abstract, and keywords. The main body
of the paper should not exceed 12 pages and should contain a concise and
clear presentation of the primary content and merits of the work. The
12-page limit excludes the cover page and bibliographic references.
Additional material can be included in a clearly marked Appendix, to be
read at the discretion of the reviewers only.

Submissions deviating from these guidelines as well as papers outside the
scope of the conference may be rejected without consideration of their
merits.

A submission that is not accepted as a full paper may be invited for a
brief announcement.

Paper submission will be handled by EasyChair, so please make sure that you
have an active account. The papers must be submitted electronically at:

https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=sirocco2026

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*Proceedings **=====================================*

The proceedings of SIROCCO 2026 will be published by Springer in the
Lecture Notes in Computer Science (LNCS) series. Note carefully that
inclusion in the proceedings requires a presentation by one of the authors
at the conference site and at least one full registration for every full
paper.

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*Special Issue*

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Selected papers from SIROCCO 2026 will be invited to a special issue of the
journal Theoretical Computer Science.

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*Best Paper Awards **=====================================*

All regular papers are eligible for the best paper award. Moreover, all
regular papers that have at least one student author, and these student
authors have done most of the work, are also eligible for the best student
paper award. If a submission is eligible for the best student paper award,
please state that on the cover page. The program committee may decline to
make the awards or may split them among multiple papers.

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*Program Committee **=====================================*

Ittai Abraham, Intel Labs

Vitaly Aksenov, ITMO University

Timothé Albouy, IMDEA Software

Emmanuelle Anceaume, IRISA

Hagit Attiya, Technion

Costas Busch, Augusta University

Armando Castañeda, National Autonomous University of Mexico

Joshua Daymude, Arizona State University

Gianluca De Marco, Università di Salerno

Giuseppe Antonio Di Luna, University of Rome – Sapienza

Antonio Fernandez Anta, IMDEA Networks and IMDEA Software

Ran Gelles, Bar-Ilan University

Chryssis Georgiou, University of Cyprus (chair)

George Giakkoupis, Inria

Alexey Gotsman, IMDEA Software

Magnús M. Halldórsson, Reykjavik University

Taisuke Izumi, Osaka University

Tomasz Jurdzinski, University of Wroclaw

Mikel Larrea, University of the Basque Country

Othon Michail, University of Liverpool

Avery Miller, University of Manitoba

Miguel A. Mosteiro, Pace University

Rotem Oshman, Tel-Aviv University

Andrzej Pelc, University of Quebec

Sathya Peri, IIT Hyderabad

Maria Potop-Butucaru, Sorbonne University

Christian Scheideler, Paderborn University

Elad Michael Schiller, Chalmers University of Technology

Gokarna Sharma, Kent State University

Jukka Suomela, Aalto University

Sara Tucci-Piergiovanni, Universite Paris Saclay, CEA LIST

Jennifer Welch, Texas A&M University

Prudence Wong, University of Liverpool

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*Organizing Committee **=====================================*

Amitabh Trehan, Durham University (General chair)

Karl Southern, Durham University (Treasurer)

Peter Davies-Peck, Durham University (Webmaster)

William K. Moses Jr., Durham University (Publicity)

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*Steering Committee **=====================================*

Keren Censor-Hillel, Technion (chair)

Yuval Emek, Technion

Andrzej Pelc, University of Quebec

Sergio Rajsbaum, Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico

Ulrich Schmid, TU Wien


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Regards,
William K. Moses Jr.
Local Organizer (Publicity), SIROCCO 2026
https://sites.google.com/view/wkmjr

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[DMANET] Jobs - Fully funded PhD position at Hamburg University of Technology

*Now Hiring: Research Position in AI & Medical Robotics at TU Hamburg*

Our institute, with a long-standing expertise in AI for medicine, is
seeking motivated researchers to develop and evaluate deep learning
methods for detecting and segmenting laryngeal cancer.
You will work on an interdisciplinary research project, develop
clinically applicable software to support physicians, and contribute to
clinical studies.
Are you passionate about applying deep learning to advance robotic
surgery? Join our interdisciplinary team developing AI-based systems for
guiding robotic surgery, focusing on prostate tumor localization, 3D
surgical visualization, and image processing.

*Your Tasks:*

* Develop and evaluate deep learning methods for tissue and instrument
motion detection
* Implement robot and 3D visualization interfaces for surgical navigation
* Collaborate with clinical partners
* Publish and present research at top international venues


*Your Profile:*

* Background in Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Math, or
related fields
* Strong C++ and Python programming skills
* Expertise in machine learning, medical imaging, and robotics
* Excellent English and scientific writing skills; German a plus


*We offer:*

* Fully funded 100% TV-L E13 research position
* PhD opportunity within a supportive, innovative environment
* Collaboration with academic and clinical partners
* Work on cutting-edge AI technology with meaningful impact


Find out more here: https://stellenportal.tuhh.de/d3bry
<https://stellenportal.tuhh.de/d3bry>
And apply here:
https://stellenportal.tuhh.de/de/jobposting/74f1b6abe5f53a3d4828e7820108924ba43230040/apply

The position is fully funded for a maximum term of three years.

For additional questions, please contact Prof. Alexander Schlaefer
(schlaefer@tuhh.de)

#PhD #AI #MedicalRobotics #DeepLearning #Surgery #TUHH #Robotics
#MedicalImaging #mtectuhh #technischistdasmoeglich


Prof. Dr.-Ing. Alexander Schlaefer

Institute of Medical Technology and Intelligent Systems
Hamburg University of Technology
+49 (0) 40 42878 3050
www.tuhh.de/mtec
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