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The Daniel J. Epstein Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering leads through innovation in systems, algorithms and quantitative methods. We prepare students to become skilled experts, managers, decision-makers and researchers for design and optimization in complex and uncertain environments. The Epstein Department’s research and education benefit society through novel systems for healthcare, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, security, e-commerce, and the environment.
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Industry Leaders-Turned-Professor-Philanthropists Engineer a Novel Pipeline
Industry Leaders-Turned-Professor-Philanthropists Engineer a Novel Pipeline

A gift from USC Viterbi professor Neil Siegel and his wife, Robyn Friend, creates an eponymous endowed professorship in systems engineering.

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USC Launches First-of-its-Kind Interdisciplinary PhD Program in Artificial Intelligence and Operations Research
USC Launches First-of-its-Kind Interdisciplinary PhD Program in Artificial Intelligence and Operations Research

The launch of the new ORAI PhD certificate program is supported by a $2.9 million National Research Traineeship (NRT) grant from the National Science Foundation, putting USC at the forefront of AI for decision-making.

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How a Ham Sandwich Can Solve Our Package Delivery Problems
How a Ham Sandwich Can Solve Our Package Delivery Problems

Award-winning USC Viterbi research develops streamlined last-mile delivery solutions, improving delivery times and easing workloads for busy drivers.

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Published on February 23rd, 2017Last updated on December 18th, 2024