The First 50 Years of the Department of Industrial and Operations Engineering at the University of Michigan: 1955–2005
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A.1. Wilbert Steffy and Outstanding Alumni Merit Award Winners
The Wilbert Steffy Distinguished Lecture
The Wilbert Steffy Lectureship was established in 2003 to honor one of the Industrial and Operations Engineering Department’s early distinguished faculty members, Wilbert Steffy, who retired on May 31, 1976, after 29 years of service on the faculty of the College of Engineering. Steffy developed instruction in the area of cost analysis, engineering economy, and industrial purchasing policies. His association with the Industrial Development Division of the Institute of Science and Technology resulted in 10 widely distributed monographs on the application of industrial engineering and cost analysis to aid small businesses. He supervised many students and small businesses in his work, providing each of them with firsthand field experience in the practice of industrial engineering.
2004
Seth Bonder, Improving Operations Research Support for Health Care Delivery Systems: Guidelines from Military Operations Research Experience
Seth Bonder was a leader in applying operations research to national defense planning and policy issues and subsequently to health care delivery reengineering and disease management practices. He served as president of the Operations Research Society of America and the Military Operations Research Society and was vice president of the International Federation of Operational Research Societies. His awards included the Patriotic Service Award from the secretary of the Army, the George E. Kimball Medal, and the Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences President’s Award. The Seth Bonder Foundation continues to support students and research in operations research today.
2005
Thomas L. Magnanti is an institute professor and former dean of the School of Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He currently serves as president of the Singapore University of Technology and Design. He has devoted much of his professional career to education that combines engineering and management and to teaching and research in applied and theoretical aspects of large-scale optimization.
Alumni Society Merit Awards
This award honors those alumni who personify the Department of Industrial and Operations Engineering and College of Engineering tradition of excellence and who have achieved significant accomplishments in their professional lives.
1992
Tom Hodgson joined the Ford Motor Company Transmission and Chassis Division as an operations research analyst and later joined the Ford finance staff in the Operations Research Group. He became an assistant professor at the University of Florida in 1970 and a full professor there in 1978. He was the founding director of the Integrated Systems Engineering Institute established at North Carolina State’s Industrial Engineering Department in 1984. In 1990, the National Science Foundation invited Hodgson to serve in its Division of Design and Manufacturing Systems, first as program director and then as division director.
1993
Richard Jelinek cofounded the Medicus Corporation in 1970 to apply industrial engineering principals to health care administration. The company spun off a pioneering patient care information system and two publicly held health care information systems companies. He taught industrial engineering and hospital administration at the University of Michigan from 1964 to 1970 and was director of the Systems Engineering Group, Bureau of Hospital Administration, at the University of Michigan, where he developed research programs applying systems and engineering techniques to health services.
1994
Myun Woo Lee served as a professor and chair in the Department of Industrial Engineering at Seoul National University and president of the Korean Institute of Industrial Engineers. He has collaborated with industry and government in both the United States and Korea on numerous research and development projects. He has published more than 90 articles, has supervised more than 100 research contracts, and has registered more than 200 patents.
1995
C. Robert Kidder joined Borclen, Inc., as chairman and CEO in January 1995. Prior to his appointment with Borden, he was chairman and CEO of Duracell International, Inc. During his time with the company Duracell not only solidified its number one position in the US market for alkaline batteries but also expanded the brand globally to become the world’s leading producer and distributor of alkaline batteries.
1996
J. Dann Engels’s companies now operate in India, China, and the Americas and provide products and services in areas including the automotive aftermarket, horticulture, various material handling industrial products, and wholesale and retail battery sales and battery recycling. Along with his wife, Que-Lan, Engels founded the Orchid Foundation to identify and support deserving students in areas of the developing world and provide scholarships at the University of Michigan’s College of Engineering. Engels was actively involved in the early stages of MShadow, which matches University of Michigan student athletes with mentors, internships, and postgraduation employment.
1997
Robert J. Vlasic earned his bachelor’s degree in industrial and mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan in 1949. He assumed leadership of Vlasic Foods Co. in 1963 when it was still a small local Michigan pickle producer. The business grew to be worth more than $100 million and was ranked the number one pickle maker in the nation. Vlasic served as a director after the company was sold to Campbell Soup Co. He retired as chairman in 1996. He established the endowed position Robert J. Vlasic Dean of Engineering at University of Michigan’s College of Engineering.
1997
John E. Utley Jr. spent 18 years in various capacities with the Timken Company, rising to the position of assistant general manager of sales for the automotive division. Later he served as president and chief operating officer of the Kelsey-Hayes Company. He has been active in several professional organizations, including the Society of Automotive Engineers. He has served on the Wayne State University School of Business Administration’s Board of Advisors and as a member of the University of Michigan College of Engineering’s National Advisory Committee.
1998
Ralph E. Reins served as the chief executive officer of Qualitor Inc., president and chief executive officer of AP Parts International, Inc., president and chief executive officer of Envirotest Systems Corp., president of Allied Signal Automotive, and president of United Technologies Automotive. He was chairman, chief executive officer, president, and chief operating officer of Mack Truck as well as president and chief executive officer of ITT Automotive. Reins has been lead independent director of Rofin-Sinar Technologies Inc. since November 6, 2013, and its director since September 1996.
1999
Robert M. Brown
Robert M. Brown founded Treystar in 1969 when he began building mobile home parks. In 1978, he and investors began the renovation of the Main Street East complex in Kalamazoo. In the following years, he was involved in financing and starting more than 40 banking, manufacturing, and farming companies. More recently he has focused on promoting entrepreneurism in Michigan and assisting young people in becoming entrepreneurs.
2000
John A. Muckstadt was an active-duty officer in the US Air Force for 12 years, working primarily in the logistics field. He retired from the US Air Force Reserves. Organizations he has consulted for include Accenture (Andersen Consulting), Aspen Technology, Avon, Bell Atlantic, Chicago Pneumatic Tool, Eaton Aeroquip, General Electric, General Foods, General Motors, IBM, Logistics Management Institute, RAND Corporation, SAS Airlines, the US Air Force, the US Navy, Xelus, and Xerox. He is currently the Acheson-Laibe Professor of Engineering in Cornell University’s School of Operations Research and Industrial Engineering.
2001
Roger Kallock has been an integral force in evolving the field of supply chain management. He has led transformations of the longest and most vital supply chains in the world. He served as the deputy under secretary of defense for logistics and materiel readiness for the Clinton administration. Prior to holding that position, he had more than 35 years of logistics experience in the private sector. He has also provided leadership to the supply chain field through over 30 years of involvement with the Council of Logistics Management.
2002
Erhan Cinlar is best known for his work on probability models in manufacturing and telecommunications and for his extensive research in Markov processes and martingales. In 1985, he joined the civil engineering and operations research faculty at Princeton University. He served as chair of the department from 1997 until 1999. In 1999, he became the chair of Princeton’s newly created Department of Operations Research and Financial Engineering. He was the editor-in-chief of Mathematics of Operations Research, the premier research journal in its field, from 1987 to 1992.
2003
W. Peter Cherry spent more than 30 years with Vector Research Incorporated and its successor, the Altarum Institute, before beginning work with Science Applications International. Cherry has contributed to the development and fielding of most of the major systems currently employed by the US Army, ranging from the Patriot Missile System to the Apache helicopter, as well as the command control and intelligence systems currently in use. His later research interests have included peacekeeping operations and the development of transformational organizations and material.
2004
In 2000, Karl G. Bartscht founded Epsilon Health Group to improve the performance of health care providers. He founded Chi Systems, Inc., in 1969. Later he formed Health Care Management, Inc., a Chi affiliate that managed nursing homes and assisted-living facilities. In 2004, he was serving as managing director of Epsilon Health Group, LLC. Bartscht is a pioneer in health care consulting and has planned, designed, and managed health care systems for more than 30 years.
2005
Donald C. Graham (Alumni Society Medal)
Donald C. Graham is chairman of the Graham Group, an alliance of independently owned and operated industrial and investment management businesses. In 1960 he started Graham Engineering, which grew from a design services firm into a diversified group of custom manufacturing companies with leading international positions in specialty machinery, plastic packaging, and architectural window systems. This led to the formation of the Graham Group, which has grown to include Graham Capital Company, Graham Partners, Inverness Graham Investments, Striker Partners, and Graham Software Development.
2005
Lawrence D. Burns was serving as GM’s vice president of research and development and strategic planning when he completed his 40-year career with the company. In addition to his role as professor of engineering practice in industrial and operations engineering at the University of Michigan, he is director of the Roundtable on Sustainable Mobility with the Earth Institute at Columbia University. His focus at both institutions is energy policy and transportation.
A.2. Industrial and Operations Engineering Faculty Members, Active Years, and Areas of Expertise in Alphabetical Order
| Last Name | First Name | Year Joined | Year Left | Year Retired | Major Areas of Research |
| Allen | Wyeth | 1955 | 1963 | ||
| Armstrong | Thomas | 1977 | Active at time of publication | Ergonomics, biomechanics, occupational health, rehabilitation, work design | |
| Aydin | Goker | 2003 | 2009 | Operations management | |
| Babich | Volodymyr | 2003 | 2009 | Interface of operations, industrial organization, and finance; stochastic models from supply chain management, game theory, finance, and financial engineering | |
| Baker | Kenneth | 1970 | 1974 | Operations research, planning. and scheduling | |
| Bartholdi | John | 1977 | 1980 | Scheduling, routing, material handling, combinatorics | |
| Baum | Richard | 1969 | 1976 | Optimization and control theory, health care systems | |
| Bean | James | 1980 | 2004 | Integer programming, genetic algorithms, scheduling, stochastic processes, infinite horizon optimization, equipment replacement, capacity expansion | |
| Berkeley | Richard | 1956 | 1973 | Labor incentives, cost control, work measurement | |
| Birge | John | 1980 | 2000 | Operations research, mathematical programming, stochastic programming, large-scale programming | |
| Black* | Fred | ||||
| Bonder | Seth | 1965 | 1979 | Operations research | |
| Boydstun | Louis | 1977 | 1983 | Acquisition of psychomotor skills, human performance, work measurement | |
| Bozer | Yavuz | 1986 | Active at time of publication | Material handling systems; parts flow and control in distribution, logistics, and manufacturing systems; single-story and multistory facility layout; applied operations research in manufacturing and warehousing systems | |
| Bradley | Hugh | 1965 | 1968 | Statistical methods and quality control | |
| Byon | Eunshin | 2011 | Active at time of publication | Predictive modeling and data analytics, fault diagnosis and condition monitoring, reliability analysis, operations and maintenance optimization of wind power systems, modeling and analysis of sustainable energy systems | |
| Chaffin | Don | 1965 | 2007 | Ergonomics, occupational causes of musculoskeletal disorders, human simulation software | |
| Chao | Xiuli | 2007 | Active at time of publication | Queuing, scheduling, financial engineering, inventory control and supply chain management | |
| Chick | Stephen | 1995 | 2003 | Stochastic simulation, Bayesian statistics, stochastic optimization, decision analysis, health care delivery, business model innovation in health care | |
| Cohn | Amy | 2002 | Active at time of publication | Large-scale discrete optimization problems | |
| Daskin | Mark | 2010 | Active at time of publication | Application of operations research techniques to problems in transportation, supply chain management, facility location modeling and health care | |
| Denton | Brian | 2012 | Active at time of publication | Computational optimization under uncertainty with applications to health care delivery and medical decision making related to the detection, treatment, and prevention of chronic diseases | |
| Disney | Ralph | 1969 | 1977 | Queuing networks and random processes in queuing networks | |
| D’Souza | Clive | 2013 | Active at time of publication | Ergonomics and human factors addressing human performance, safety and inclusive design concerns in human-in-the-loop systems analysis and design. | |
| Elkerton | Jay | 1986 | 1990 | Human computer interaction | |
| Epelman | Marina | 1999 | Active at time of publication | Operations research, mathematical programming, linear and nonlinear optimization | |
| Fixson | Sebastian | 2002 | 2006 | Modularity in design and production, development of technical cost-modeling methods, the study of how technology developments interact with organizational design and management | |
| Flood* | Merrill | 1959 | 1967 | ||
| Gage | James | 1956 | 1974 | Engineering economics, small plant management | |
| Galliher | Herbert | 1963 | 1982 | 1982 | Operations research in medicine, health, and industrial operations |
| Guikema | Seth | 2015 | Active at time of publication | Risk analysis with a focus on data-driven predictive modeling of system reliability in the face of natural hazards, urban and infrastructure sustainability and risk analysis and management, and terrorist risk analysis and the development of risk management decision frameworks | |
| Hancock | Walton | 1960 | 1996 | 1997 | Manufacturing and hospital systems |
| Henderson | Shane | 1996 | 2002 | Discrete-event simulation, stochastic processes, queuing theory, mathematical modeling | |
| Herrin | Gary | 1973 | 2011 | Engineering statistics, quality control, experiment design, forecasting/time series analysis | |
| Herzog | Bertram | 1965 | 1972 | Computer graphics, computer networks, computer-aided design | |
| Hughes | Richard | 2008 | Active at time of publication | Occupational biomechanics, orthopedic biomechanics, orthopedic quality improvement | |
| Jelinek | Richard | 1965 | 1971 | Health care systems | |
| Jiang | Ruiwei | 2015 | Active at time of publication | Methodological side: developing data-driven optimization models that incorporate stochastic programming, robust optimization, and statistical analysis Application side: power and water resource system operations with an emphasis on renewable energy integration and system robustness | |
| Jin | Judy | 2005 | Active at time of publication | Industrial statistics, quality control, and reliability engineering; data fusion and analytics; system modeling, monitoring, diagnosis, and decision making. | |
| Johnson | Clyde | 1957 | 1974 | Hospital systems program | |
| Kantowitz | Barry | 1999 | 2012 | In-vehicle information and advanced traveler information systems, driver and pilot workload | |
| Kelton | William | 1983 | 1986 | Computer simulation and stochastic operations research | |
| Keppo | Jussi | 2001 | 2012 | Stochastic control and financial economics | |
| Keyserling | W. Monroe | 1984 | Active at time of publication | Occupational safety, ergonomics, work measurement, posture analysis | |
| Kieras | David | 1984 | 1993 | Cognitive science, cognitive psychology, artificial intelligence, reading comprehension, natural language processing, user interface design | |
| Kimbleton | Stephen | 1968 | 1973 | Models and methods of use in the evaluation, selection, and comparison of computer systems; optimal queuing structures; stochastic processes | |
| Kirkwood | Craig | 1974 | 1980 | Multiobjective decision analysis | |
| Kochhar | Devinder | 1980 | 1986 | Human work with complex automated systems | |
| Lam | Henry | 2015 | Active at time of publication | Analysis and Monte Carlo methods for large-scale stochastic systems, model uncertainty and simulation output analysis, stochastic optimization. | |
| Lam | Teresa | 1988 | 1994 | Applied statistics, stochastic processes, applied probability | |
| Langolf | Gary | 1974 | 1989 | Human performance, work measurement, human factors in automotive design | |
| Lavieri | Mariel | 2010 | Active at time of publication | Applying operations research to health care topics, medical decision making. | |
| Lee | Jon | 2011 | Active at time of publication | Mathematical optimization. in particular, nonlinear discrete optimization and combinatorial optimization. | |
| Lewis | Mark | 1999 | 2005 | Queuing systems, stochastic processes, Markov decision processes, resource allocation and pricing, applied probability | |
| Liker | Jeff | 1982 | Active at time of publication | Lean manufacturing, lean leadership, operational excellence, design process management | |
| Liu | Yili | 1991 | Active at time of publication | Cognitive engineering and cognitive ergonomics, human-computer interaction, human factors | |
| Lohmann | Jack | 1979 | 1991 | Capital budgeting and engineering economy | |
| Martin | Bernard | 1990 | Active at time of publication | Human sensory motor performance muscle fatigue, oculo-manual coordination, human vibration, human performance, human factors | |
| Merten | Alan | 1970 | 1981 | Computers and information processing systems | |
| Miller | James | 1971 | 2000 | Occupational, transportation, and product safety; methods engineering; rehabilitation engineering; expert systems | |
| Murty | Katta | 1968 | 2010 | Mathematical programming, network flows, optimization and its application | |
| Nagarajan | Viswanath | 2014 | Active at time of publication | Design and analysis of algorithms for hard combinatorial optimization problems; approximation algorithms; application areas, include routing, location, scheduling, and data center management | |
| Nair | Vijay | 1993 | Active at time of publication | Statistics in advanced manufacturing, quality improvement, reliability, process control, design of experiments | |
| Noonan | Francis | 1975 | 1978 | Engineering and managerial economics | |
| Olsen | Tava | 1994 | 2001 | Stochastic modeling of manufacturing systems, supply chain management, queuing theory, and applied probability | |
| Page | Edward | 1951 | 1968 | Manufacturing processes and plant layout | |
| Platzman | Loren | 1978 | 1980 | Stochastic processes; control systems | |
| Plumlee | Matthew | 2015 | Active at time of publication | Understanding the interface between computational and physical systems through designed experimentation and statistical analysis | |
| Pollock | Stephen | 1969 | 2005 | Decision analysis, stochastic systems, mathematical modeling, operations research, sequential decision making, reliability modeling | |
| Romeijn | H. Edwin | 2008 | 2014 | Optimization theory and applications | |
| Saigal | Romesh | 1986 | Active at time of publication | Operations research optimization, stochastic analysis and financial engineering | |
| Sarter | Nadine | 2004 | Active at time of publication | Cognitive ergonomics, design and evaluation of multimodal interfaces, types and levels of automation, adaptive interfaces, human error and error management | |
| Seiford | Lawrence | 2000 | Active at time of publication | Research in quality engineering focused on process improvement, productivity analysis, and performance measurement utilizing data envelopment analysis for manufacturing and service systems | |
| Sharma | Dushyant | 2002 | 2007 | Modeling and algorithm development for discrete optimization | |
| Shen | Siqian | 2011 | Active at time of publication | Integer programming, stochastic programming and network optimization | |
| Shi | Cong | 2012 | Active at time of publication | Stochastic modeling and optimization, approximation and online algorithms | |
| Shi | Jianjun | 1995 | 2007 | Intelligent manufacturing, dynamic system modeling and control, fusion of statistics and engineering, quality control and improvement, online fault detection, isolation, diagnosis in manufacturing systems | |
| Sibley | Edgar | 1966 | 1972 | Database management systems, large-scale information processing systems, generalized graphic systems | |
| Singh | Medini | 1990 | 1993 | Real-time scheduling and control, inventory management, flexible manufacturing systems, modeling for operations analysis | |
| Smith | Robert | 1980 | 2012 | Operations research, infinite horizon optimization, stochastic processes, queuing theory dynamic programming, intelligent transportation systems | |
| Srinivasan | Mandyam | 1985 | 1992 | Queuing networks, performance of local area networks, polling systems, distributed data processing systems, database management systems | |
| Steffy | Wilbert | 1955 | 1976 | Computer-generated time standards, inventory control systems, production control systems, economic machine replacement, performance appraisal systems, vendor-evaluated systems, and university-industry combined projects | |
| Teichroew | Daniel | 1968 | 2001 | Computer techniques and administrative information systems, development and application of scientific techniques to organizational problems, operation research and management science | |
| Thrall | Robert | 1955 | 1969 | Optimization methods | |
| Van Hentenryck | Pascal | 2015 | Active at time of publication | Constraint programming; mixed nonlinear optimization; computational disaster management, including evacuation planning and power restoration; control and optimization of energy systems, market optimization, logistics, and transportation systems | |
| Van Oyen | Mark | 2005 | Active at time of publication | Use of worker cross-training, flexible machines and other mechanisms to create agile operations that enhance supply chain performance, applied probability and the control of queuing networks and other discrete-event systems, hospital care delivery improvement, medical decision making | |
| Vines | Quentin | 1951 | 1968 | Production planning | |
| Warner | D. Michael | 1970 | 1978 | Application of operations research to health care delivery | |
| White | Chelsea | 1990 | 2002 | Markov decision processes, logistics and supply chain systems | |
| Wilson | Dean | 1961 | 1968 | Computers applied to industrial problems | |
| Wilson | Richard | 1956 | 1983 | 1984 | Operations research, facility planning, production planning |
| Woo | Anthony | 1977 | 1977 | Computer-aided manufacturing, information processing, computational geometry, computer graphics, artificial intelligence | |
| Wu | Chien-Fu Jeff | 1993 | 2004 | Quality improvement, experimental design, data mixing, reliability, statistical process control, applications of statistics to industry and engineering | |
| Yano | Candace | 1983 | 1993 | Production planning and inventory control, multi-echelon production and distribution systems, vehicle routing, logistics, production scheduling | |
| Zhang | Rachel | 1994 | 2001 | Production and inventory control, supply chain management, joint production and financial decisions, optimal bidding strategies in deregulated energy markets |
*Additional information is not available.
A.3. Awards and Honors Received by Industrial and Operations Engineering Faculty Active between 2005 and 2015
| Name | Awards and Honors |
| Thomas J. Armstrong | Fellow, American Industrial Hygiene Association The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (Fellow) Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (Fellow) |
| Yavuz A. Bozer | Award for Technical Innovation in Industrial Engineering from the IIE (1999) |
| Don B. Chaffin | G. Lawton and Louise G. Johnson Professor of Industrial and Operations Engineering Richard G. Snyder Distinguished University Professor of Industrial and Operations Engineering Fellow, American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering Lifetime Honorary Fellow, Ergonomics Society of Great Britain Fellow, Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Fellow, American Industrial Hygiene Association Fellow, Society of Automotive Engineers Fellow, American Society of Biomechanics Fellow, International Ergonomics Association American Association for Advancement of Science Arch T. Colwell Award, Outstanding safety research, from Society of Automotive Engineers (1972) Kramer Award, American Academy of Occupational Medicine, outstanding paper written in the field of occupational health (1974) Outstanding Engineering Alumnus Award, University of Toledo (1983) Atwood Outstanding Engineering Service Award, the University of Michigan (1984) Wartenweiler Memorial Lecture, International Society of Biomechanics (1985) Paul M. Fitts Outstanding Educator Award, Human Factors Society (1990) David Baker Outstanding Research Award, IIE (1991) Edward Baier Technical Achievement Award, American Industrial Hygiene Association (1994) Elected to Membership in National Academy of Engineering (1994) Giovanni Borelli Outstanding Scientist Award, American Society of Biomechanics (1999) Award for Outstanding Service, UAW-GM National Joint Committee for Health and Safety (2002) M. Ayoub Award for Outstanding Service to Ergonomics, IIE Society for Work Science (2004) Kettering University, Honorary Doctorate of Engineering (2004) President’s Award for Lifetime Achievement, Human Factors and Ergonomic Society (2007) National Engineering Award, American Association of Engineering Societies (2008) |
| Xiuli Chao | Erlang Prize, Applied Probability Society of INFORMS (1998) David Baker Distinguished Research Award, IIE (2005) Fellow Award, IIE (2014) Jon R. and Beverly S. Holt Award for Excellence in Teaching, College of Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (2014) |
| Amy E. M. Cohn | Alpha Pi Mu IOE Professor of the Year Award (2003, 2004, 2006, 2010, 2012, 2013, and 2015) |
| Mark Daskin | Presidential Young Investigator Award, NSF (1984) Applied Geography Citation Award, American Association of Geographers, (1985) (with others) Burlington Northern Foundation Faculty Achievement Award (1985) Fulbright Research Award (1989–1990) Listed in Who’s Who in America (1996) and Who’s Who in American Education Award for Technical Innovation in Industrial Engineering Award, IIE (2001) Fellows Award, INFORMS, (2004) Fred C. Crane Distinguished Service Award, IIE (2005) Fellows Award, IIE, (2006) George E. Kimball Medal, INFORMS (2009) Joint Publishers Book of the Year Award, IIE (2011) David F. Baker Distinguished Research Award, IIE (2014) Lifetime Achievement Award in Location Analysis, INFORMS Section on Location Analysis (2014) |
| Brian Denton | Daniel H. Wagner Prize for Excellence in Operations Research Practice, INFORMS (2005) Outstanding Publication Award, IIE (2005) CAREER Award, NSF (2009) Secretary of INFORMS (2012–2015) |
| Marina A. Epelman | Alpha Pi Mu IOE Professor of the Year Award (2001–2002) |
| Richard Hughes | Excellence in Research Award, American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (2008) John Paul Stapp Award, 53rd Stapp Car Crash Conference (2010) President of American Society of Biomechanics (2013–2014) |
| Ruiwei Jiang | George Nicholson Student Paper Award, INFORMS (2013) Student Paper Award, Stochastic Programming Society (2013) |
| Barry H. Kantowitz | American Psychological Society (Charter Fellow) American Psychological Association (Elected Fellow 1974, Society of Engineering Psychologists) |
| W. Monroe Keyserling | Mellon Fellow, Harvard School of Public Health (1981–1983) Liberty Mutual Insurance Company–International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics Outstanding Paper Award (1994) Invited Speaker, Nordic Institute for Advanced Training and Occupational Health Triennial Conference of the Physiology of Work, Stockholm, Sweden (1994) Keynote Speaker, International Conference on Ergonomics in Occupational Safety and Health, Taipei, Taiwan (1995) Invited speaker and panelist, National Academic of Science Workshop on Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders (1998) President, Association of University Programs in Occupational Health and Safety (1999–2003) Fellow, American Industrial Hygiene Association (2003) Visiting Scholar, Liberty Mutual Research Institute for Safety (2005) University of Michigan College of Engineering Outstanding Service Award (2008) American Industrial Hygiene Association, Best Ergonomics Paper, American Industrial Hygiene Conference and Exposition, Toronto (2009) |
| Jon Lee | Computing Society Prize, INFORMS (2010) Elected Fellow of INFORMS (2013) |
| Mark E. Lewis | Career Award, NSF (2002) Harold R. Johnson Diversity award (2003) Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, NSF (2003) Sloan Foundation’s Mentor of the Year (2003) |
| Jeffrey K. Liker | Shingo Prize for Excellence in Manufacturing Research, Harvard Business Review, November/December 1994 (equal author with Rajan Kamath) Shingo Prize for Excellence in Manufacturing Research, Sloan Management Review, Spring 1995 (second author with A. Ward, D. Sobek, J. Cristiano) Shingo Prize for Excellence in Manufacturing Research for Liker, J. K., Ettlie, J. E., Campbell, J. C., Roncarti, R., and Tanner, C. (1996) Shingo Prize for Excellence in Manufacturing Research. Liker, J. K. (editor), Becoming Lean: Inside Stories of U.S. Manufacturers, 1997. Another eight Shingo Prizes for books published between 2004 and 2012. Best Paper Award, IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management, Summer 1999 (second author with Nazli Wasti) Litrati Club Award for IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management, Summer 1999 (second author with Nazli Wasti) Distinguished Service Award, INFORMS Technology Management Section (2004) Inducted into Association for Manufacturing Excellence Hall of Fame (2012) |
| Yili Liu | Engineering Students Outstanding Teaching Award (1999) College of Engineering Society of Women Engineers Outstanding Teaching Award (2001) College of Engineering Faculty Education Excellence Award (2001–2002) University of Michigan Arthur F. Thurnau Award/Professorship (2003–present; University of Michigan career-long title) College of Engineering Society of Women Engineers/Society of Minority Jon R. and Beverly S. Holt Award for Teaching Excellence (three-time recipient) Alpha Pi Mu IOE Professor of the Year Award (six-time recipient) |
| Katta G. Murty | Most Outstanding Faculty Member Award, Alpha Pi Mu (1977–1978) Koopman Prize, Military Applications Society of INFORMS, Outstanding Paper Award (1999) Fellow, INFORMS (2003) Edelman Finalist Award of INFORMS, for work carried out at Hong Kong International Terminals (2004) Fulbright Senior Specialist Award (2006) American Society for Engineering Education Meriam/Wiley Distinguished Author Award (2012) |
| Vijayan N. Nair | Central Bank of Malaysia Gold Medal (1972) Frank Wilcoxon Prize for Best Applications Paper in Technometrics (1986) Adolphe Quetelet Medal of the International Statistical Institute (1999) Jack Youden Prize for Best Expository Paper in Technometrics (2001) Brumbaugh Award for Best Paper in Industrial Quality Control (2002) Donald A. Darling Professor of Statistics (2002–present) Conference Honoree, Joint Research Conference on Statistics in Industry and Technology (2010) President, International Society for Business & Industrial Statistics (2011–2013) Jack Youden Prize for Best Expository Paper in Technometrics (2012) Henry and Byrna David Lecture, National Academies (November 2012) Deming Award and Lecture, Joint Statistical Meetings (August 2013) President, International Statistical Institute (2013–2015) |
| Stephen M. Pollock | Fellow, Space Technology Laboratory (1960) Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science Senior Faculty Fellow, NSF (1975–1976) College of Engineering Stephen S. Attwood Award for Outstanding Contributions to the College (1990) University of Michigan, Society of Fellows (1992–1995) Fellow, Tauber Manufacturing Institute (1999–2002) Herrick Professor of Manufacturing, National Academy of Engineering (2002) INFORMS Fellow (2002) Kimball Medal, INFORMS (2002) |
| Lawrence M. Seiford | College of Business Administration Foundation Award for Research Excellence, University of Texas (1984) Lilly Endowment Teaching Fellow, University of Massachusetts (1987–1988) Outstanding Advisor Service Award, College of Engineering and Joint Student Engineering Societies, University of Massachusetts (1997) Lilly Faculty Mentor, University of Massachusetts (1999) Doctor Honoris Causa, Universite de la Mediterranee Aix-Marseille (2000) |
| Robert L Smith | Altarum/Environmental Research Institute of Michigan Russell D. O’Neal Professor of Engineering Outstanding Teacher, Michigan Student Assembly (1989) Fellow, NSF (1970–1971) College of Engineering Research Excellence Award (1999–2000) Distinguished Faculty Achievement Award from the University of Michigan (2003) INFORMS Fellow (2003) |
| Cong Shi | George E. Nicholson Prize (2009) |
| Jianjun Shi | CAREER Award, NSF (1996) 1938E Award, College of Engineering, the University of Michigan (1998) University of Michigan Dean’s Honor in Teaching Award (1998) Best Paper Award Finalist, North America Manufacturing Research Conference (May 2000) Best Paper Award, American Society of Mechanical Engineers International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (November 2000) Fellow, Tauber Manufacturing Institute Fellow (2001) Robert M. Caddell Memorial Award, Department of Mechanical Engineering, the University of Michigan (2001) Excellence in Service Award, IIE Transactions (2002) Guest Professor, Beijing Science and Technology University (2002) Excellence in Service Award, IIE Transactions (2003) Excellence in Service Awards, IIE Transactions (2004) Guest Professor, Shanghai Jiaotong University (2004) Guest Professor, Tianjin University (2004) Best Paper Award, Industrial Engineering Research Conference (2006) Guest Professor, Beijing Chemical Engineering University (2006) Endowed Professorship, G. Lawton and Louise G. Johnson Professor of Engineering, the University of Michigan (2007) Fellow, American Society of Mechanical Engineering (2007) Fellow, IIE (2007) Forging Achievement Award, Forging Industry Educational and Research Foundation (2007) Monroe-Brown Foundation Research Excellence Award, College of Engineering, the University of Michigan (2007) National University Technology Network, Distance Education Innovation Team Award (this is a team award for the University of Michigan College of Engineering and GM Technical Education Program (2007) Endowed Professorship, The Carolyn J. Stewart Chair Professor, Georgia Institute of Technology (2008) Fellow, INFORMS (2008) Guest Professor, Chinese Academy of Science (2008) Guest Professor, National Material Science and Safety Center, People’s Republic of China (2009) Albert G. Holzman Distinguished Educator Award, IIE (2011) Thanks for Being A Great Teacher, The Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, Georgia Institute of Technology (2011 and 2012) Elected Member of the International Statistical Institute (2012) Visiting Chair Professor, Peking University (2012) Academician, International Academy for Quality (2013) Best Applied Paper Award, IIE Transactions (2013) Elected Oversea Expert, Chinese Academy of Science (2014) |
| Mark Van Oyen | Faculty Fellow, ALCOA Manufacturing Systems Faculty (1997) Best Paper Award for IIE Transactions focus issue in Operations Engineering (2000–2001): E. Kim and M.P. Van Oyen, Finite-capacity multi-class production scheduling with setup times. IIE Transactions 32, no. 9 (2000): 807–818 Second Place, Best Paper Award (2011), College of Healthcare Operations Management, POMS, for “Patient Streaming as a Mechanism for Improving Responsiveness in Emergency Departments,” S. Saghafian, W.J. Hopp, M.P. Van Oyen, J. Desmond, and S. Kronick First Place, Best Paper Award (2011), College of Healthcare Operations Management, POMS, for “Design and Optimization Methods for Elective Hospital Admissions,” J.E. Helm and M.P. Van Oyen 2011 Pierskalla Award for Best Paper in healthcare management science, from the Health Applications Section of the INFORMS Society in November 2010 for “Patient Streaming as a Mechanism for Improving Responsiveness in Emergency Departments,” S. Saghafian, W.J. Hopp, M.P. Van Oyen, J. Desmond, and S. Kronick First prize: 2012 INFORMS Manufacturing and Service Operations Management (MSOM) Best Student Paper Award to PhD student advisee Soroush Saghafian for “Complexity-Based Triage: A Tool for Improving Patient Safety and Operational Efficiency,” with Wallace Hopp, Mark Van Oyen, Jeffrey Desmond, and Steven Kronick First prize: 2012 Doing Good with Good OR Prize, INFORMS Society, awarded to Jonathan Helm, Greggory Schell for the paper “Dynamic Monitoring of Chronic Disease” and related research performed jointly with Mariel Lavieri, Mark Van Oyen, and two members from the Kellogg Eye Institute, Joshua Stein, M.D. and David Musch 2nd Place Best Paper Award (2013), College of Healthcare Operations Management, POMS, for “Operational Planning Models with Service Pathways: Project Portfolio for Phase 1 Trials,” by J. Deglise-Hawkinson, B. J. Roessler, and M.P. Van Oyen (2013) |
Abbreviations: IEEE, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; IIE, Institute of Industrial Engineers; INFORMS, Institute for Operations Research and Management Sciences; IOE, industrial and operations engineering; NSF, National Science Foundation; POMS, Production and Operations Management Society.
A.4. Industrial Operations and Engineering PhD Graduates, Topics of Study, and Advisers, 1954–2006
| Year | Last Name | First Name | Title | Chair | Cochair |
| 1954 | Carson | Robert | Consistency in Rating Method and Speed of Industrial Operations by a Group of Time-Study Men with Similar Training | Gordy | |
| 1958 | Harris | Fritz B. | Real Time Control in Discontinuous Production | Allen | |
| 1961 | Boston | Ralph E. | A Basis for an Industrial Development Program for British Columbia | Allen | |
| 1962 | Golding | Edwin | The Effects of Uncertainty and Monetary Incentives on Investments | Hancock | |
| 1963 | Hinomoto | Hirohide | Planning the Expansion of Productive Capacity—A Single-Product System | Allen | |
| 1963 | Metzger | Robert W. | The Performance of a Series System of Production Stations Separated by Limited Inventories | Hancock | |
| 1963 | Patterson | Richard L. | Some Analytical Methods in the Study of N-Stage Stochastic Service with Applications to the Optimization Problem | Clarke | |
| 1964 | Buck | James Roy | Situation Effects on Informal Strategies for Solving Optimum-Seeking Problems | Hancock | |
| 1964 | Burkhalter | Barton R. | Emphasis on the 2-Dimensional Pattern-Cutter’s Problem | Flood | |
| 1964 | Drake | William D. | The Design and Implementation of a Competitive Bidding Strategy | D. Wilson | |
| 1964 | Glen | Thaddeus | The Prediction of Work Performance Capabilities of Mentally Handicapped Young Adults | Hancock | |
| 1964 | Jelinek | Richard C. | Nursing: The Development of an Activity Model | Johnson | |
| 1965 | Cinlar | Erhan | Analysis of Systems of Queues in Parallel | Disney | |
| 1965 | Leon-Betancort | Alberto | General-Purpose Optimization Procedures | Flood | |
| 1965 | Squire | Dana D. | Product Optimization Considering the Managerial Decision of Price, Marketing and Inventory | Bradley | |
| 1966 | Evers | William | A New Stochastic Linear Programming Model | Thrall | |
| 1966 | Gustafson | David H. | Comparison of Methodologies for Predicting and Explaining Hospital Length of Stay | Jelinek | |
| 1966 | Muckstadt | John A. | Scheduling in Power System Systems | Wilson | |
| 1966 | Sargent | Robert G. | A Discrete Linear Feedback Control Theory Inventory Model | Bradley | |
| 1966 | White | Charles H. | Sequence Dependent Set-up Times: A Prediction Method and an Associated Technique for Sequencing Production | Wilson | |
| 1967 | Chaffin | Don | The Development of Prediction Model for the Metabolic Energy Expended During Arm Activities | Hancock | |
| 1967 | De Boor | Carl-Wilhelm R. | The Method of Projections as Applied to the Numerical Solution of Two Point Boundary Value Problems Using Cubic Splines | Bartels | |
| 1967 | Moore | J. Michael | Sequencing Problems with Due Date Oriented Objective Functions | Wilson | |
| 1967 | Neuhardt | John B. | Application of Mathematical Programming to the Selection of Experimental Factor Arrangements with Resource Constraints | Bradley | |
| 1967 | Poock | Gary K. | Prediction of Elemental Motion Performance Using Personnel Selection Tests | Hancock | Jelinek |
| 1968 | Haessler | Robert | An Application of Heuristic Programming to a Nonlinear Cutting Stock Problem Occurring in the Paper Industry | Wilson | |
| 1968 | Haussmann | R. K. Dietrich | A Queueing Theory Approach to Measuring Quality of Nursing Care: Application in a Burn Unit | Jelinek | |
| 1968 | Hess | Carl H. | Effectiveness Of Volley Sequence in Unadjusted Artillery Fire | Bonder | Galliher |
| 1968 | Sadosky | Thomas L. | Prediction of Cycle Time for Combined Manual and Decision Tasks | Hancock | |
| 1969 | Armstrong | John | Regional Economic Optimization and Effluent Charge Theory | Webber | D. Wilson |
| 1969 | Cobian Sela | Jose Miguel | Optimal Operation of Pumped Storage Hydroelectric Systems | Wilson | |
| 1969 | Duncan | John | Mathematical and Numerical Methods for Scheduling Cutting Tool Replacement and Application | Galliher | |
| 1969 | Freund | Louis | A Model for Measuring the Difficulty of Registered Nurse Assignments | ||
| 1969 | Ganter | William | Control Policies for the Geometric Quality Model | Evans | Teichroew |
| 1969 | Hoag | Laverne | Prediction of Physiological Strain and Performance Under Conditions of High Psychological Stress | Hancock | Chaffin |
| 1969 | Solberg | James | A Graph Theoretic Approach to the Study of Network Queues | ||
| 1969 | Swartzman | Gordon L. | The Statistical Analysis of the Arrival Process of Three Major Types of Hospital Patients | Disney | |
| 1970 | Hodgson | Thom | Sequence and Lotsize Policies in a Production-Inventory System | R. Wilson | |
| 1970 | Jain | Chittaranjan | A Management Information System to Predict Indirect Labor Staffing Levels Using Queueing Theory | Hancock | |
| 1970 | Kilpatrick | Kerry | Model for the Design of Manual Work Stations | Hancock | |
| 1970 | Krystynak | Leonard F. | Cost/Effective Regional Control of Rheumatic Fever | Galliher | |
| 1970 | Sidney | Jeffrey | One Machine Deterministic Job-Shop Scheduling with Precedence Relations and Deferral Costs | Murty | Thrall |
| 1971 | Ash | William | Language and Data Structure for Fact Retrieval | Sibley | |
| 1971 | Briggs | Galen P. | Inpatient Admissions Scheduling: Application to a Nursing Service | Hancock | Baker |
| 1971 | Kronz | Ronald L. | Effects Of the Response Process in Search Models with False Detections | Bonder | |
| 1971 | Sternberg | Stanley R. | Development of Optimal Allocation Strategies in Heterogeneous Lanchester-Type Processes | Bonder | |
| 1971 | Su | Shiaw Y. | Optimal Operating Policies for Multiple-Purpose, Multi-Reservoir Systems | Deininger | Pollock |
| 1971 | Thomas | Marlin U. | Some Probabilistic Aspects of Performance Times for a Combined Manual and Decision Task | Hancock | |
| 1972 | Aswad | Ahmed | A Methodology for Research Allocation to Stochastic Research and Development Activities with a Quadratic Objective | Bonder | |
| 1972 | Cherry | William Peter | The Superposition of Two Independent Markov Renewal Processes | Disney | |
| 1972 | Di Marco | Attilio E. | The Intermediate-term Security Assessment of a Power Generating System | Wilson | |
| 1972 | Merrill | Orin H. | Applications and Extensions of an Algorithm that Computes Fixed Points of Certain Upper Semi-Continuous Point to Set Mappings | Murty | |
| 1972 | Moore | Michael L. | A Characterization of the Visibility Process and its Effect on Search Policies | Bonder | |
| 1972 | Schutz | Rodney | Cyclic Work-Rest Exercise’s Effect on Continuous Hold Endurance | Hancock | |
| 1972 | Turner | Roger N. | AMAS— A Method Analysis System Based on Analyst-Oriented Job Descriptions | Hancock | |
| 1973 | Garg | Arun | The Development and Validation of a Three Dimensional Hand Force Capability Model | Chaffin | |
| 1973 | Hsu | James S. | Systems Analysis of Centralized Reactivation of Exhausted Carbon in Wastewater Treatment | Wilson | Armstrong |
| 1973 | Kelkar | Shashikant | Effect of Mercury on Neuromuscular Function and Psychomotor Skills in Occupationally Exposed Workers | Chaffin | |
| 1973 | Langolf | Gary | Human Motor Performance in Precise Microscopic Work— Development of Standard Data for Microscopic Assembly Work | Hancock | |
| 1973 | Park | Kyung | Computerized Simulation Model of Postures During Manual Materials | Chaffin | |
| 1973 | Sayani | Hasan | A Decision Model for Restart and Recovery from Errors in Information Processing Systems | Sibley | |
| 1973 | Taube-Netto | Miguel | Two Queues In Tandem Attended by a Single Server | Galliher | |
| 1973 | Tobin | Roger | Minimal Complete Matching and Applications | Murty | |
| 1974 | Davignon | Gilles R. | Single-Server Queueing System with Feedback | Disney | |
| 1974 | Etcheberry | Javier | The Set Representation Problem | Murty | |
| 1974 | Martin | James | Computerized Monitoring of Physician-Provided Hospital Based Medical Care | Hancock | |
| 1974 | Perry | Ronald F. | A Simulation-Based Planning Model for a Radiology Department | Baum | Warner |
| 1974 | Plonka | Francis | A Methodology for Tolerancing, Process Evaluation and Control of Automobile Body Subassembly Designs | Hancock | |
| 1974 | Trivedi | Vandankumar | Optimum Allocation of Float Nurses Using Head Nurses’ Perceptions | Hancock | Warner |
| 1975 | Carlson | David | Computerized Information System Development | Teichroew | |
| 1975 | Coffey | Richard J. | Preadmission Testing of Hospitalized Surgical Patients and its Relationship to Length of Stay | Hancock | |
| 1975 | Gainer | Edward J., III | Large Scale Convex Quadratic Programming | Murty | Baum |
| 1975 | Yamaguchi | Koichi | An Approach to Data Compatibility: A Generalized Data Access Method | Merten | Sibley |
| 1976 | Armstrong | Thomas J. | Circulatory and Local Muscle Responses to Static Manual Work | Chaffin | Faulkner |
| 1976 | Garg | Arun | A Metabolic Rate Prediction Model for Manual Materials Handling Jobs | Chaffin | |
| 1976 | Keefer | Donald L. | A Decision Analysis Approach to Resource Allocation Planning Problems with Multiple Objectives | Kirkwood | Pollock |
| 1976 | Navathe | S. B. | Database Restructuring Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 | Merton | |
| 1976 | Nof Nowmiast | Shimon Y. | Integrated Description and Performance Evaluations of Conveyorized Systems | Wilson | |
| 1977 | Brownfield (Gatchell) | Suzanne | Power Boat Operations’ Visual Behavior Patterns | Miller | |
| 1978 | Fuhs | Paul A. | Hospital Discharge Predictions and their Effect on Admissions Scheduling Systems | Hancock | |
| 1978 | Kim | Tae-Moon | Two-Echelon Reorder Point Periodic Inventory Control System with Performance Constraints | Galliher | |
| 1978 | Magerlein | David B. | Maximum Average Occupancy and the Resultant Bed Size of Inpatient Hospital Units | Hancock | |
| 1978 | Magerlein | James M. | Surgical Scheduling and Admissions Control | Hancock | |
| 1978 | Maybee | John D. | Efficient Branch-and-Bound Algorithms for Permutation Problems | Wilson | |
| 1979 | Foley | Robert | The M/G/1 Queue with Delayed Feedback | Disney | Platzman |
| 1979 | Green | Paul | Rational Ways to Increase Pictographic Symbol Discriminability | Langolf | Weintraub |
| 1979 | Hamilton | Richard A. | The Relationship Between the Timeliness of Diagnostic Test Results and Length of Stay Patterns | Hancock | |
| 1979 | Kahn | Beverly K. | A Structured Logical Database Design Methodology | Teorey | |
| 1979 | Keyserling | W. Monroe | Isometric Strength Testing in Selecting Workers for Strenuous Jobs | Armstrong | Herrin |
| 1979 | Lee | Myun W | A Stochastic Model of Muscle Fatigue in Frequent Strenuous Work Cycles | Chaffin | Pollock |
| 1979 | Preston | Fred L. | Toward the Design of Coordinated Transit Systems: A Routing and Scheduling Model | Cleveland | Pollock |
| 1979 | Purkayastha | Subir | Design Of DBMS-Processable Logical Database Structures | Teorey | |
| 1979 | Ruth | Roberta Jean | A Mixed Integer Programming Model for Regional Planning of a Hospital In-Patient Service | R. Wilson | Donabedian |
| 1979 | Smith | Phil | Short-Term Memory Scanning Is Related to Memory Span and Mercury Exposure | Langolf | Krantz |
| 1980 | Chung | Sung-Jin | Structural Complexity of Adjacency on 0-1 Convex Polytopes | Murty | |
| 1980 | Filho | Clovis Perrin | Matching and Edge Covering Algorithms | Murty | |
| 1980 | Kang | Maing K. | Procedure For Time-Varying Dynamic Maximal Network Flow | Wilson | |
| 1980 | Simon | Burton | Equivalent Markov-Renewal Processes | Disney | Wendel |
| 1980 | Wu | Lung C. | Manpower Allocation on Assembly Lines | Wilson | |
| 1981 | Al-Idrisi | M. M. | Unconstructed Minimization Algorithms for Functions with Singular or Ill-Conditioned Hessian | Birge | Powers |
| 1981 | Johnson | David W. | The Software Development Facility Approach to Improved Software Development | Teichroew | Merten |
| 1981 | Miller | George | Sequential Rectifying Inspection with Applicability to Motor Vehicle Emission Certification | Pollock | |
| 1981 | Yakin | Mustafa Z. | Multiplier Method Algorithms For Inequality Constrained NLP Problems | Murty | |
| 1982 | Gana | Akli | Studies in the Complementarity Problem | Murty | |
| 1982 | Lee | Kwan | Biomechanical Modeling of Cart Pushing and Pulling | Chaffin | |
| 1982 | Stobbe | Terrence J. | The Development of a Practical Strength Testing Program for Industry | Chaffin | Byers |
| 1983 | Anderson | Charles | Biomechanics of the Lumbosacral Joint for Lifting Activities | Chaffin | Herrin |
| 1983 | Golhar | Damodar Y. | Sequential Analysis: Non-Stationary Processes and Truncation | Pollock | |
| 1983 | Jaridi | Majid | Inspection Error Modeling and Economic Design of Sampling Plans Subject to Inspection Error | Herrin | |
| 1983 | Marcellus | Richard L. | Markov Chain Disorder Problems | Pollock | |
| 1983 | Thomasma | Timothy | The Triangulation Graph as a Data Structure for Computer-Aided Design | Woo | |
| 1984 | Al-Yahya | Yahya | Matching and Covering Algorithms | Murty | |
| 1984 | Chung | Min K. | Development of a Statistical Methodology for Improved Analysis of Workplace Injuries | Wu | Herrin |
| 1984 | Goldberg | Jeffrey | The Modular Design Problems with Linear Separable Side Constraints: Heuristics and Applications | Bean | |
| 1984 | Hopp | Wallace | Non-Homogeneous Markov Decision Processes with Applications to R&D Planning | Bean | Smith |
| 1984 | Partovi | Mohammad H. | A Study of Degeneracy in the Simplex Algorithm for Linear Programming and Network Flow Problems | Murty | |
| 1984 | Tsui | Louis Y. | Production Scheduling for a Fabrication Assembly System | Wilson | |
| 1984 | Umar | Amjad | The Allocation of Data and Programs in Distributed Data Processing Environments | Teorey (CICE) | |
| 1985 | Brown | Donald | A Justification for Cross-Entropy Minimization with Applications to Reliability and Risk Assessment | Smith | |
| 1985 | Goldberg | Joseph H. | Characteristics of Temporal Processing Within Metal Image Rotation | Langolf | Meyer |
| 1985 | Higle | Julia | Deterministic Equivalence in Stochastic Infinite Horizon Problems | Bean | Smith |
| 1985 | Lehto | Mark R. | A Structured Methodology for Expert System Development with Application to Safety Ergonomics | Miller | |
| 1985 | Ruesch-Evans | Susan M. | Ergonomics in Manual Workspace Design: Current Practices and an Alternative Computer-Assisted Approach | Chaffin | |
| 1985 | Vanderveen | David | Parallel Replacement Under Nonstationary Deterministic Demand | Lohmann | |
| 1985 | Zabinsky | Zelda B. | Computational Complexity of Adaptive Algorithms in Monte Carlo Optimization | Smith | |
| 1986 | Baksh | Shariff | Effectiveness of Capital Budgeting Procedures for Dealing with Risk | Lohmann | |
| 1986 | Bloswick | Donald S. | Ladder Climbing: A Dynamic Biomechanical Model and Ergonomic Analysis | Chaffin | |
| 1986 | Boyd | Amy | Development of a Minimum Cost Sequential Test to Monitor Injury Incidence on an Operation | Herrin | |
| 1986 | Bradley | Joseph | A Participative Ergonomic Control Program in a U.S. Automotive Plant: Evaluation and Implications | Armstrong | Liker |
| 1986 | Kotkin | Meyer H. | Operating Policies for Non-Stationary Two-Echelon Inventory Systems for Reparable Items | Yano | |
| 1986 | Mittenthal | John | Single Machine Scheduling Subject to Random Breakdowns | Birge | |
| 1986 | Radwin | Robert G. | Neuromuscular Effects of Vibrating Hand Tools on Grip Exertions, Tactility, Discomfort and Fatigue | Armstrong | Chaffin |
| 1986 | Shin | Sung-Yong | Visibility In the Plane and Its Related Problems | Woo | |
| 1986 | Wiker | Steven | Effects of Relative Hand Location Upon Movement Time and Fatigue | Chaffin | Langolf |
| 1987 | Abdoo | Yvonne | A Model for Nurse Staffing and the Impact of Inter- Rater Reliability of Patient Classification on Nurse Staffing Requirements | Hancock | |
| 1987 | Alden | Jeffrey | Error Bounds for Rolling Horizon Procedures | Smith | Pollock |
| 1987 | Chan | Thomas | A New Methodology for Solving the Set Partitioning Problem | Yano | |
| 1987 | Dula | Jose | Bounds on the Expectation of Convex Functions | Birge | |
| 1987 | Durance | Paul | Application of Logical Design to Incomplete Medical Record Processing | Martin | Hancock |
| 1987 | Ganesh | Kothandarama | Serial Replacement Under Evolving Productivity | Lohmann | |
| 1988 | Bischak | Diane | Weighted Batch Means for Improved Confidence Intervals for Steady-State Processes | Pollock | Kelton, University of Minnesota |
| 1988 | Bolat | Ahmet | Generalized Mixed Model Assembly Line Sequencing Problem | Yano | |
| 1988 | Chang | Soo | The Steepest Descent Gravitational Method for Linear Programming | Murty | |
| 1988 | Clark | David | Model for the Analysis, Representation, and Synthesis of Hazard Warning Communication | Miller | |
| 1988 | Kim | Yeong-Dae | An Iterative Approach for System Setup Problems of Flexible Manufacturing Systems | Yano | |
| 1988 | Lee | Hyun | Spatial Decomposition Method and Its Manipulation | Woo | |
| 1988 | Lee | Woo-Jong | Tolerancing: Computation on Geometric Uncertainties | Woo | |
| 1988 | Lee | Hyo-Seong | Control Policies for Queueing and Production/Inventory Systems | Srinivasan | |
| 1988 | Maddox | Marilyn J. | Scheduling a Stochastic Job Shop to Minimize Tardiness Objectives | Birge | |
| 1988 | Murray | Joseph | Stochastic Initialization in Steady-State Simulations | Srinivasan | Kelton |
| 1988 | Noon | Charles | The Generalized Traveling Salesman Problem | Bean | |
| 1988 | Richter Kaplan | Lori-Ann | Resource-constrained Project Scheduling with Preemption of Jobs | Yano | |
| 1988 | Ryan | Sarah M. | Degeneracy in Discrete Infinite Horizon Optimization | Bean | Smith |
| 1988 | Yu | Chi-Yuang | An Experimental Approach to Work Seat Design: Development of a Chair for Industrial Sewing | Keyserling | |
| 1989 | Houshmand | Ali | Discriminant Function Analysis for Autocorrelated Data: Applications in Cutting Tool Monitoring | Herrin | |
| 1989 | Lee | Heungsoon | A Methodology for Capacity Planning in Flexible Assembly Systems | Srinivasan | Yano |
| 1989 | Lifshitz | Yair | Development and Evaluation of Challenge and Recovery Models of Upper Extremity Cumulative Trauma Disorders Based on Job Attributes Analysis | Armstrong | Keyserling |
| 1989 | Woldstad | Jeffrey C. | Electromyographic Analysis of Rapid, Accurate Elbow Movements | Chaffin | Meyer |
| 1990 | Al-Sultan | Khaled | Nearest Point Problems: Theory and Algorithms | Murty | |
| 1990 | Ben Kheder | Nejib | Economic Lot-Sizing in Just-In-Time Procurement Systems | Yano | |
| 1990 | Benson | Peter | A Calculus for Infinite Horizon Optimization | Bean | Smith |
| 1990 | Cho | Myeon-Sig | Design and Performance Analysis of Trip-Based Material Handling Systems in Manufacturing | Bozer | |
| 1990 | Gan | Jacob | Spherical Algorithms for Setup Orientations of Workpieces with Sculptured Surfaces | Woo | |
| 1990 | Hahm | Juho | The Economic Lot Production and Delivery Scheduling Problem | Yano | |
| 1990 | Hsiao | Hongwei | Posture Preferences and Postural Behavior During Static, Seated, Visual and Manual Tasks | Keyserling | |
| 1990 | Kim | David | Aggregation in Large Scale Markov Chains | Smith | |
| 1990 | Park | Yunsun | Average Optimality in Infinite Horizon Optimization | Bean | Smith |
| 1990 | Radson | Darrell | Experimental Design in the Presence of an Uncontrollable Variable: Model Characteristics and Design Augmentation in a Front End Alignment Experiment | Herrin | |
| 1990 | Rim | Suk-Chul | Circular Layout Problems in Manufacturing Systems | Bozer | |
| 1990 | Yang | Kai | New Iterative Methods for Linear Inequalities | Murty | |
| 1991 | Arantes | Jose | Resolution of Degeneracy in Generalized Networks and Penalty Methods for Linear Programs | Birge | Murty |
| 1991 | Bourland | Karla | Production Planning and Control for the Stochastic Economic Lot Scheduling Problem | Yano | |
| 1991 | Brown | Matthew | A Mean-Variance Serial Replacement Decision Model | Lohmann | |
| 1991 | Byun | Seong | A Computer Simulation Using a Multivariate Biomechanical Posture Prediction Model for Manual Materials Handling Tasks | Herrin | |
| 1991 | Chang | Sung Ho | Statistical Evaluation and Analysis of Form and Profile Errors Based on Discrete Measurement Data | Herrin | |
| 1991 | Hughes | Richard | Empirical Evaluation of Optimization-Based Lumbar Muscle Force Prediction Models | Chaffin | |
| 1991 | Karabakal | Nejat | The Capital Rationing Replacement Problem | Lohmann | |
| 1991 | Palmiter | Susan | Animated Demonstrations for Learning Procedural Tasks | Kieras | Elkerton |
| 1991 | Park | Joon Young | Mesh Generation with Quasi-Equilateral Triangulation | Woo | |
| 1991 | Saldana | Norka | Design and Evaluation of a Computer System Operated by the Workforce for the Collection of Perceived Musculoskeletal Discomfort: A Tool for Surveillance | Herrin | |
| 1991 | Ting | Jame-John | An Object-Oriented Approach to the Development of Integrated Manufacturing Systems | Teichroew | |
| 1991 | Ulin | Sheryl | Development of Guidelines for the Use of Powered Hand Tools Using Physical Data | Armstrong | |
| 1992 | Baron | Jay | Dimensional Analysis and Process Control of the Body-in-White | Hancock | |
| 1992 | Beck | Douglas | Human Factors of Posture Entry into Ergonomics Analysis Systems | Chaffin | |
| 1992 | Chen | Lin-lin | Visibility Algorithms for Mold and Die Design | Woo | |
| 1992 | Choi | Thomas | Salvation for U.S. Manufacturing? The Role of Value Orientations and Communication Networks in Spreading the Continuous Improvement (CI) Gospel | Liker | |
| 1992 | Chou | Shuo-Yan | Circular and Parabolic Visibility and their Applications | Woo | |
| 1992 | Frantz | James P | Effect of Location, Procedural Explicitness, and Presentation Format on User Processing of and Compliance with Product Warnings and Instructions | Miller | |
| 1992 | Gerth | Richard | Demonstration of a Process Control Methodology Using Multiple Regression and Tolerance Analysis | Hancock | |
| 1992 | Kerk | Carter | Development and Evaluation of a Static Hand Force Exertion Capability Model Using Strength, Stability and Coefficient of Friction | Chaffin | |
| 1992 | Liang | Ren | Optimal Sampling Strategies for Surface Roughness Measurement | Woo | |
| 1992 | Malen | Donald | Engineering for the Customer: Decision Methodology for Preliminary Design | Hancock | |
| 1992 | Meller | Russell | The Single and Multiple Floor Facility Layout Problem: Applying Simulated Annealing and Mathematical Programming Based Heuristics | Bozer | |
| 1992 | Noh | Seung Jong | Performance Evaluation of the Distributed Queue Dual Bus Metropolitan Area Network | Srinivasan | |
| 1992 | Sindi | Ahmed | Acceptance of Information Technology: User Acceptance of Expert Systems | Liker | |
| 1993 | Adams | Paul | The Effects of Protective Clothing on Worker Performance: A Study of Size and Fabric Weight Effects on Range-of-Motion | Keyserling | |
| 1993 | Ali | Imtiaz | Laboratory Information Processing Systems | Teichroew | |
| 1993 | Erlebacher | Steve | Optimally Allocating Processing Time Variability on a Synchronous Assembly Line | Singh | |
| 1993 | Gong | Richard | Validating and Refining the GOMS Model Methodology for Software User Interface Design and Evaluation | Kieras | |
| 1993 | Kaufman | David | Direction Choice in Random Walk Algorithms with Application to Global Optimization | Smith | |
| 1993 | Krawczyk | Sheila | Psychophysical Determination of Work Design Guidelines for Repetitive Upper Extremity Transfer Tasks over an Eight Hour Workday | Armstrong | Martin |
| 1993 | Lee | Byoung-Ki | Variation Stack-Up Analysis Using Monte Carlo Simulation for Manufacturing Process Control and Specification | Hancock | |
| 1993 | Park | Hee-Seok | Neurophysiological Analysis of Hand Vibration Effects on Sensorimotor Control | Martin | |
| 1993 | Resnick | Marc | An Evaluation of Biomechanics, Kinematics, Psychophysics and Motor Control in the Implementation of Material Handling Devices (MHDs) in Manufacturing | Martin | Chaffin |
| 1993 | Rosa | Charles | Modeling Investment Uncertainty in the Costs of Global CO2 Emission Policy | Birge | |
| 1993 | Thompson | Deborah | The Perception of Physical Stress as a Measure of Biomechanical Tolerance | Chaffin | |
| 1993 | Yeh | Rueyhuei | Optimal Maintenance Policies for Deteriorating Systems | Lam | |
| 1993 | Yoon | Jae | Continuous Improvement of Process Control Using Regression Analysis of Observational Data | Hancock | |
| 1994 | Abillama | Walid | Optimal Production Policies in Production System with Uncertainties | Singh | Stecke, White |
| 1994 | Black-Nembhard | Harriet | A Transient Period Control Methodology for Continuous Mix Manufacturing | Birge | |
| 1994 | Hadj-Alouane | Atidel | A Genetic Algorithm for Nonlinear Integer Programs | Bean | |
| 1994 | Hwang | Juhwen | Production Policy for Systems with Uncertain Capacity and Demand | Singh | |
| 1994 | Kawlra | Raj | Development and Application of a Methodology for Minimizing Manufacturing Costs Based on Optimal Tolerance Allocation | Hancock | Patterson |
| 1994 | Ledersnaider | David | A Sequential Methodology for Response Service Estimation | Pollock | |
| 1994 | Liaw | Ching-Fang | Heuristic Search and Its Transit Applications | White | |
| 1994 | Nembhard | David | Heuristic Path Selection in Graphs with Non-Order Preserving Reward Structure | White | |
| 1994 | Nussbaum | Maury | Artificial Neural Networks for the Prediction, Classification and Simulation of Lumbar Muscle Recruitment | Chaffin | |
| 1994 | Rhoades | Timothy | The Use of Affordance and Categorization Approaches to Evaluate Selected Occupational Movement Behaviors at Auto Hauling Terminals | Miller | Baggett |
| 1994 | Takriti | Samer | Stochastic Programs with Dynamically Varying Right-Hand Sides | Birge | |
| 1994 | Wunderlich | Karl | Link-Time Prediction for Real-Time Anticipatory Route Guidance in Vehicular Traffic Networks | Smith | |
| 1994 | Yi | Tongnyoul | Bipartite Matchings with Specified Values for a 0-1 Linear Function | Murty | |
| 1995 | Benhajla | Saida | A Neural Network Decision Model for Managing Product Mix | Birge | |
| 1995 | Chou | Yu-Li | Accelerating the Solution of Dynamic Programs through State Aggregation | Smith | |
| 1995 | Cross | William | Approximating Solutions in Infinite Horizon Optimization | Smith | |
| 1995 | Hammett | Patrick C. | Validating Stamping and Metal Assembly Processes During Automotive Body Development | Hancock | |
| 1995 | Isken | Mark | Personnel Scheduling Models for Hospital Ancillary Units | Hancock | |
| 1995 | Keblis | Matthew | Control of Assembly Systems | Duenyas | |
| 1995 | Kim | Samuel | Framework for Development of Maintenance Policies and Setup Switchovers for CNC Machines | Hancock | |
| 1995 | Kim | Jonghwa | Transfer Batch Sizing in Trip-based Material Handling Systems | Bozer | |
| 1995 | Majeske | Karl D. | Interpreting Automobile Warranty Data for Engineering Design and Process Movement | Herrin | |
| 1995 | Norman | Bryan | The Random Keys Genetic Algorithm for Complex Schedule Problems | Bean | |
| 1995 | Park | Jung | A Cost-Driven Partitioning Algorithm for Tandem Trip-based Material Handling Systems | Bozer | |
| 1995 | Wang | Wei-Ching | Detection of Process Change with Non-geometric Failure Time Distribution | Pollock | |
| 1995 | Wang | Chi-Yueh | The Use of Statistical Quality Improvement Methods in Automotive Body Manufacturing: Three Research Topics | Hancock | |
| 1995 | Wasti | Nazli | Supplier Involvement in Automotive Component Design: A Study of the U.S. and Japan | Liker | |
| 1996 | Alfakih | Abdo Y. | Facets of an Assignment Problem with a 0-1 Side Constraint | Murty | |
| 1996 | Chen | Wei-Wang | Managing Variation in Chemical Batch Processes | Herrin | |
| 1996 | Donohue | Chris | Stochastic Network Programming and the Dynamic Vehicle Allocation Problem | Birge | Bean |
| 1996 | Murray | John | Hortatory Operations the Colloquium: Modeling a Human-Machine System Using Knowledge Engineering Techniques | Liu | |
| 1996 | Sang | Shih-Ching Albert | Statistical Modeling of Circular Features and Measurements Obtained Using Coordinate Measuring Machines | Pollock | Ni |
| 1996 | Yen | Chih-Kuan | New Strategies for Device Dispatching in Trip-Based Material Handling Systems | Bozer | |
| 1997 | Allen | Theodore | Optimal Design of Experiments for Parameter Design and/or Finite Element Analysis | Herrin | |
| 1997 | Garcia | Alfredo | Approximating Equilibria for Infinite Horizon Dynamic Games | Smith | |
| 1997 | Gerard | Michael J. | Effects of Keyswitch Stiffness, Typing Pace, and Auditory Feedback on Typing Force, Muscle Activity and Subjective Discomfort | Armstrong | Martin |
| 1997 | Hsieh | Chung-Chi | An Invariance in the Partial Visibility Due to Mobile Source in Planar Scenes | Woo | |
| 1997 | Latko | Wendy | Development and Evaluation of an Observational Method for Quantifying Exposure to Hand Activity and Other Physical Stressors in Manual Work | Armstrong | |
| 1997 | Morse | Christopher | Stochastic Equipment Replacement with Budget Restraints | Bean | |
| 1997 | Neale | John J. | Control of a Batch Processing Machine | Duenyas | Haessler |
| 1997 | Reaume | Daniel J. | Efficient Random Algorithms for Constrained Global and Convex Optimization | Smith | Romejin |
| 1997 | Sobek II | Durward | Core Beliefs That Shape Product Development Systems: Explaining Toyota and Chrysler Differences | Liker | Ward |
| 1997 | Tsung | Fu-Gee | Run-to-Run Proportional Integral-Derivative Control and Monitoring Schemes | Wu | Shi |
| 1997 | Zhang | Xudong | The Development of a Three-Dimensional Dynamic Posture Prediction Model for Seated Operator Motion Simulation | Chaffin | Faraway |
| 1998 | Cristiano | John | An Investigation into Best Practice Usage of Quality Function Deployment (QFD) with Proposed Extensions: A US/Japan Comparative Study | Liker | White |
| 1998 | Drogosz | John | Pricing and Capacity Decisions Under Demand Uncertainty | Birge | Duenyas |
| 1998 | Fang | Ying-Che | Curve Matching by Energy Minimization in Unit Quaternions | Woo | Birge |
| 1998 | Hui | Tze-On S. | Application of Multivariate Statistical Methodologies to Body-in-White Assembly Process | Herrin | Scott |
| 1998 | Lin | Chih-Jen | Studies in Large-Scale Optimization | Saigal | |
| 1998 | Rasch | Steven | World-Class Manufacturing Practices — Do They Work in American Companies? | Liker | |
| 1998 | Reed | Matthew | Statistical and Biomechanical Prediction of Automobile Driving Posture | Chaffin | Schneider |
| 1998 | Simmons | Julie E. | Maintenance and Replacement Policies for Multi-State Deteriorating Process with Probabilistic Monitoring | Pollock | |
| 1998 | Wachs (Okin) | Allise R. | Stochastic Infinite Horizon Optimization with Average Cost Criterion | Smith | |
| 1999 | Bander | James L. | Sequential Decision Problems Arising in Commercial Vehicle Operations | White | |
| 1999 | Carr | Scott M. | Essays on the Allocation of Scarce Capacity among Multiple Market Segments | Duenyas | Lovejoy |
| 1999 | Hashem | Ayman A. | The Effects of Work Climate on Process Innovation in Saudi Arabian Industry | Liker | Birge |
| 1999 | Jin | Jionghua | Feature Based Diagnostic System Development Using In-Process Sensing for Stamping Process Control | Shi | |
| 1999 | Khan | Ashraf M. | Optimal Sensor Location for Multi-Fixture Assembly System Fault Diagnosis: A Methodology | Woo | Ceglarek |
| 1999 | Lin | Zong-Zhi | A Hybrid Genetic/Optimization Algorithm for Piecewise Affine and Convex Markov Decision Processes | Bean | White |
| 1999 | Monroe | Kimberly A. | Evaluation of Factors Influencing the Maintenance of Static Non-Seated Work Postures: Assessment of Age, Gender, Strength, Flexibility, Balance, and Subjective Assessment | Keyserling | |
| 1999 | Pryor Wellman | Katherine H. | The Trade-off Between Inventory and Transportation Costs in Point-to-Point Truckload Scenarios | White | Duenyas |
| 1999 | Steinfeld | Aaron M. | The Benefit to the Deaf of Real-Time Captions in a Mainstream Classroom Environment | Liu | |
| 1999 | Supatgiat | Chonawee | Equilibrium Values in Competitive Electricity Markets | Birge | Zhang |
| 1999 | Wang | Chi-Tai | Static and Dynamic Facility Layout Problems | Bozer | |
| 1999 | Wang | Ming-En | Forward Ray Tracing and Remote Object Locations in Two Dimensions | Woo | |
| 1999 | Wu | Yen-chun | Just-in-Time Manufacturing and External Logistics: Evidence from American Parts Suppliers | Liker | |
| 2000 | Davydov | Dmitry | Application of Markov Diffusion Processes in Economics and Finance | Linetsky | |
| 2000 | Glenn | David W. | Modeling Supplier Coordination in Manufacturing Process Validation | Pollock | |
| 2000 | Grasman | Scott | Production Strategies for Random Yield Processes | Birge | Olsen |
| 2000 | Inoue | Koichiro | Decision – Theoretic Comparison of Alternative Systems Configurations Using Stochastic Simulation | Chick | |
| 2000 | Kiatsupaibul | Seksan | Markov Chain Monte Carlo Methods for Global Optimization | Smith | |
| 2000 | Lan | Wei-Min | Dynamic Scheduling of Multi-Product Serial Systems with Setups: Bounds and Heuristics | Olsen | |
| 2000 | Lynch-Caris | Terri M. | Ergonomic Justification through Improved Quantitative Output Measures | Herrin | |
| 2000 | Oh | Meejung C. | Reengineering Laboratory Information Systems | Teichroew | |
| 2000 | Patana-Anake | Prayoon | Two problems in the Optimal Control of Stochastic Manufacturing Systems | Duenyas | |
| 2000 | Rong | Qiang | Methodology for Modeling and Diagnosis of Compliant Structure Assemblies | Shi | Ceglarek |
| 2000 | Sun | Baocheng | Statistical Process Monitoring for Non-IID Processes | Shi | |
| 2000 | Wang | Chi-Kuo | Visibility in Reflective Environments | Woo | |
| 2001 | Ahn | Hyun-Soo | Three Essays on Pricing and Dynamic Control | Duenyas | Zhang |
| 2001 | Benson | David E. | Load Plan Selection for Package Express Fleets | White | |
| 2001 | Choi | Beong | Theory and Algorithms in Semidefinite Programming | Saigal | |
| 2001 | Chu | Teresa | A Class of Strictly Semimonotone Matrices in Linear Complementary Theory | Murty | |
| 2001 | Garcia-Guzman | Luis M. | Dimensional Management in Metal Assembly Process Validation: A Multivariate Approach | Herrin | Hammet |
| 2001 | Hsieh | Ying-Jiun | Three Essays on the Performance Analysis of Closed-Loop Conveyors with Discrete Spaces and Fixed Windows | Bozer | |
| 2001 | Lee | Chi-Guhn | Vehicle Routing and Inventory Control for In-Bound Logistics | Bozer | White |
| 2001 | Luehmann | April | Factors Affecting Secondary Science Teachers’ Appraisal and Adoption of Technology-rich Project-based Learning Environments | Krajcik | Liu |
| 2001 | Maillart | Lisa M. | Optimal Observation and Preventive Maintenance Schedules for Partially Observed Multi-state Deterioration Systems with Obvious Failures | Pollock | |
| 2001 | Ng | Szu Hui | Sensitivity and Uncertainty Analysis of Complex Simulation Models | Chick | |
| 2001 | Torpong | Cheevapra-watdomrong | Monotonicity in Infinite Horizon Optimization | Smith | |
| 2001 | Tsai | Chi-Yang | Essays on Optimal Control of Manufacturing Systems with Multiple Product and Demand Classes | Duenyas | |
| 2001 | Yen | Joyce W. | A Stochastic Programming Formulation of the Stochastic Crew Scheduling Problem | Birge | |
| 2002 | Bailey | Matthew D. | Approximate Solution Techniques for Acyclic Deterministic Dynamic Programming | Alden | Smith |
| 2002 | Feyen | Robert G. | Modeling Human Performance using the Queuing Network-Model Human Processor (QN-MHP) | Liu | |
| 2002 | Frank | Katia | Two Essays on Optimal Procurement Policies in Supply Chains with Constraints | Zhang | |
| 2002 | Fry | Michael J. | Collaborative and Cooperative Agreements in the Supply Chain | Kapuscinski | Olsen |
| 2002 | Holloway | Hillary A. | Question Selection for Multi-Attribute Decision Aiding | White | |
| 2002 | Huggins | Eric Logan | Supply Chain Management with Overtime and Premium Freight | Olsen | |
| 2002 | Lambert | Theodore | Deterministic and Stochastic Systems Optimization | Epelman | Smith |
| 2002 | Marshall | Matthew | Development of Models and Procedures for Evaluating Hand Exertion During Manual Work | Armstrong | |
| 2002 | Morgan | James M. | High Performance Product Development: A Systems Approach to a Lean Product Development Process | Liker | |
| 2002 | Narongwanich | Wichai | Reconfigurable Capacity for Uncertain Markets | Birge | Duenyas |
| 2002 | Soorapanth | Sada | Microbial Risk Models Designed to Inform Water Treatment Policy Decisions | Chick | |
| 2002 | Thomas | Barrett W. | Anticipatory Route Selection Problems | White | |
| 2002 | Yoon | Seunghwan | Optimal Pricing and Admission Control in a Nonstationary Queueing System | Lewis | |
| 2003 | Chen | Yong | Integrated Design and Analysis of Product Quality and Tooling Reliability | Shi | |
| 2003 | Huang | Qiang | Stream-of-Variation Modeling and Analysis of Multi-Operational Machining Processes | Shi | |
| 2003 | Hung | Kuo-Ting | Quality and Financial Implications of Just-in-Time Logistics in Supply Chain Management | Liker | |
| 2003 | Kim | Seongmoon | Optimal Vehicle Routing and Scheduling with Real-Time Traffic Information | White | Lewis |
| 2003 | Ohlmann | Jeffrey | Theory and Applications of Compressed Annealing | Bean | Henderson |
| 2003 | Park | Woojin | Memory-Based Human Motion Simulation | Chaffin | |
| 2003 | Ro | Young | Product Architecture & Firm Relations: The Changing Face of Product Development in US Auto | Liker | Fixson |
| 2004 | Atlason | Julius | A Simulation-Based Cutting Plane Method for Optimization of Service Systems | Epelman | Henderson |
| 2004 | Baumert | Stephen | Stochastic Search Methods for Large-Scale Optimization | Smith | |
| 2004 | Grande | Darby | Asset Replacement Considering Environmental and Economic Objectives | Bean | |
| 2004 | Hui | Chuck | Multivariate Robust Parameter Design | Herrin | |
| 2004 | Karlin | Jennifer | Defining the Lean Logistics Learning Enterprises: Examples from Toyota’s North American Supply Chain | Liker | |
| 2004 | Kim | Jihyun | In-Process Sensor Fusion and Data Analysis for Forging Process Control and Quality Improvements | Shi | |
| 2004 | Kula | Ufuk | Performance Evaluation and Control of Flexible Work Crews and Machines in Manufacturing | Duenyas | |
| 2004 | Tsimhoni | Omer | Visual Sampling of In-Vehicle Displays While Driving: Empirical Findings and a Computational Cognitive Model | Liu | Green |
| 2004 | Yu | Feng-Tien | Door Allocation Problem at Intermediate Consolidation Terminal of Less-than-Truckload Motor Carriers | Murty | Sharma |
| 2005 | Ebersole | Marissa | An Investigation of Exposure Assessment Methods for Selected Physical Demands in Hand-Intensive Work | Armstrong | |
| 2005 | Kaufman | David | Dynamic Control of Production Systems with Varying Service Capacity | Lewis | Aydin |
| 2005 | Sukhapesna | Sanphet | Generalized Annealing Algorithms for Discrete Optimization Problems | Sharma | |
| 2005 | Zhu | Wanshan | Robust Supply Chain Design Mechanisms: Applications to Risk Managements, Coordination, and Multiple-Modular Design | Keppo | Kapuscinski |
| 2005 | Kim | Kyung Han | Modeling of Head and Hand Coordination in Unconstrained Three-Dimensional Movements | Martin | |
| 2005 | Meng | Xu | Large Agent and Incomplete Markets | Keppo | |
| 2005 | Pak | Dohyun | Real Option and Game Theoretic Approach to Telecommunication Network Optimization | Keppo | |
| 2005 | Reeves | Kingsley | A Multi-Methodological Study of the Firm Boundary Decision in Automotive Distribution and Logistics: Theory, Practice, and Performance | Liker | |
| 2006 | Ghate | Archis | Markov Chains, Game Theory, and Infinite Programming: Three Paradigms for Optimization of Complex Systems | ||
| 2006 | Chaipradubkiat | Pornpen | Integration of Part Quality and tooling Information for Effective Process Control and Maintenance Planning | ||
| 2006 | Wu | Cheng-Hung | Flexible Resource Allocation in Complex Processing Networks with Reliability Considerations | ||
| 2006 | Cheng | Shi-Fen | Game-Theoretic Approaches for Complex Systems Optimization | ||
| 2006 | Kile | Justin | Design of Walk-and-Pick Order Fulfillment Systems | ||
| 2006 | Pomales-Garcia | Cristina | Aesthetic and Performance Aspects of Web-Based Distance Learning Technology | ||
| 2006 | Rider | Kevin | Effects of Ride Motion Perturbation on the Speed and Accuracy of In-Vehicle Reaching Tasks | ||
| 2006 | Schmidt | Kristi | Theoretical and Experimental Investigations in Engineering Aesthetics | ||
| 2006 | Ye | Qing | Essays on Capacity Management Under Uncertainty and Information Asymmetry | ||
| 2006 | Park | Jin-Kyu | Product Architecture as a Strategic Weapon: How Product Architecture Design Changes Affected An Industry’s Competitive Structure |
A.5. Major Books Published by Industrial and Operations Engineering Faculty, 1970–2005
A. Bruce Clarke and Ralph L. Disney. Solutions Manual: Probability and Random Processes for Engineers and Scientists. New York: J. Wiley, 1970.
This is the first comprehensive textbook for undergraduate courses in introductory probability. It offers a case-study approach with examples from engineering and the social and life sciences. The updated 1985 second edition includes advanced material on stochastic processes. It is used in many junior- and senior-level courses in industrial engineering, mathematics, business, biology, and social science departments.
John R. Griffith, Walton M. Hancock, and Fred C. Munson, eds. Cost Control in Hospitals. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Health Administration Press, 1976.
This pioneering book presents a series of topics and methods needed to reduce hospital costs while improving the quality of patient care.
Katta G. Murty. Linear and Combinatorial Programming. New York: John Wiley, 1976.
This is one of the first graduate-level textbooks on this subject and is used by many universities worldwide. A revised edition was published by RE Krieger in 1985.
Leo Greenberg and Don Chaffin. Workers and Their Tools. Midland, MI: Pendell Press, 1979.
This was the first reference book to focus on the use of ergonomic principles in the design of hand tools of all kinds.
Katta G. Murty. Linear Programming. New York: John Wiley, 1983.
This graduate-level textbook has been adopted by many universities.
Walton Hancock and Paul Walter. The ASCS: Inpatient Admissions Scheduling and Control System. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Health Administration Press, 1983.
This is a technical manual that presents the details of an inpatient admissions model and software. When applied in several Michigan hospitals, the system resulted in significantly improved occupancy rates without many emergency problems.
D. B. Chaffin and G. B. J. Andersson. Occupational Biomechanics. New York: John Wiley and Sons, 1984.
This textbook has been used in over 200 universities since it was first published 30 years ago. As such, it has provided the scientific basis for how biomechanical principles, methods, and data can be used to prevent musculoskeletal disorders within ergonomics programs throughout the world. Three subsequent editions included B. J. Martin as a third author.
Katta G. Murty. Linear Complementarity, Linear and Nonlinear Programming. Berlin, Germany: Heldermann Verlag, 1988.
This graduate-level textbook has been used by many universities and can now be downloaded from the author’s web page at http://www-personal.umich.edu/~murty/.
P. Van Hentenryck. Constraint Satisfaction in Logic Programming. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press, 1989.*
This book introduces what is now known as constraint programming. It describes the architecture adopted by all modern constraint programming systems as well as numerous applications of constraint programming in scheduling and resource allocation.
Malcolm Pope, Gunnar B. J. Andersson, John W. Frymoyer, and Don B. Chaffin. Occupational Low Back Pain: Assessment, Treatment and Prevention. St. Louis, MO: Mosby Year Book, 1991.
This is the first such book to combine expertise in orthopedics and occupational biomechanics to provide guidance to physicians, physical and occupational therapists, and professional ergonomists to improve the assessment, treatment, and prevention of low back pain in industry.
Stephen Pollock, Michael Rothkopf, and Arnold Barnett, eds. Operations Research in the Public Sector. Volume VI of Handbooks in Operations Research and the Management Sciences. Amsterdam: Elsevier, 1994.
This book presents a comprehensive treatment of a variety of public sector applications of operations research methods; it is directed at bridging the gap between theory and practice. Subjects include the military, urban services, crime and justice, health and administration, air and water quality, natural resources management, legislative apportionment, hazardous facility location, voting and paired comparisons, competitive bidding, and theories of measurement.
Romesh Saigal. Linear Programming—A Modern Integrated Analysis. New York: Springer, 1995.
This is the first research monograph that integrates the well-known boundary methods, like the simplex method, and the newer interior point methods. The book also has a chapter devoted to implementations of both methods.
Katta G. Murty. Network Programming. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall, 1995.
This is a graduate-level textbook on network flows, a subject that was not available at the time in other books. It was adopted by many universities over many years, and continues to be available from Prentice-Hall. It can also be downloaded from the author’s web page at http://www-personal.umich.edu/~murty/.
Wallace Hopp and Mark Spearman. Factory Physics: Foundations of Manufacturing Management. Chicago: Waveland Press, 1995.
This book (through subsequent editions) has been used as a text in more than 200 universities and has sold even more copies to industry. The book revolutionized the teaching of operations management by being the first to take a queuing perspective of manufacturing systems. By giving a rigorous description of how these systems behave, this approach provides a systematic framework for improvement. As such, factory physics serves as the underlying science for management practices, including lean and Six Sigma.
Mark S. Daskin. Network and Discrete Location: Models, Algorithms, and Applications. New York: John Wiley and Sons, 1995.*
This textbook discusses key problems and solution methodologies in discrete facility location modeling. It has been cited over 700 times according to Scopus. The text is accompanied by software for solving a number of different classes of location problems. This software has been used by practitioners around the world.
P. Van Hentenryck, L. Michel, and Y. Deville. Numerica: A Modeling Language for Global Optimization. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press, 1997.*
This book presents a modeling language and new algorithms for global optimization with applications in chemistry, robotics, and other fields.
Christopher D. Wickens, John D. Lee, Yili Liu, and Sallie E. Gordon Becker. An Introduction to Human Factors Engineering. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Prentice Hall, 1998.
This best-selling ergonomics textbook has been used by many practitioners, educators, and researchers as well as in many universities. The book describes human population strengths and limitations—both physical and mental—and how these should be used to guide the design and evaluation of human-machine-environment systems. A second edition was published in 2004.
Michael Pinedo and Xiuli Chao. Operations Scheduling with Applications to Manufacturing and Services. New York: Irwin/McGraw Hill, 1998.*
This text covers scheduling for operations, both manufacturing and services. Topics discussed include reservations systems, systems design, flexible system scheduling, workforce scheduling, and future scheduling issues, such as web-based systems. The scheduling system developed in this book has been adopted by hundreds of universities around the world.
P. Van Hentenryck. The OPL Optimization Programming Language. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press, 1999.*
This book introduces the first modeling language for constraint programming and hybrid optimization. The associated system is a commercial product now sold by IBM.
Xiuli Chao, Masakiyo Miyazawa, and Michael Pinedo. Queueing Networks: Customers, Signals, and Product Form Solutions. Chichester, UK: John Wiley & Sons, 1999.*
The objective of this book is to present, in a unified framework, the latest developments in queuing networks with signals. It presents a comprehensive treatment to the field and contains many unique features that never appeared in other books, such as the necessary and sufficient condition for a network process to possess a product-form solution and the general framework for studying discrete time queuing network models.
Henry Wolkowitz, Romesh Saigal, and Lieven Vandenberghe, eds. Handbook of Semidefinite Programming—Theory, Algorithms and Applications. New York: Kluwer, 2000.
This handbook offers an advanced and broad overview of the current state of the field. It contains 19 chapters written by the leading experts on the subject. The chapters are organized in three parts: theory, algorithms, and applications and extensions. Semidefinite programming is one of the most exciting and active research areas in optimization. This is the first such book to bring the three areas of work together.
Katta G. Murty. Computational and Algorithmic Linear Algebra and n-Dimensional Geometry. Hackensack, NJ: World-Scientific Press, 2000.
This introductory, self-teaching book has been available on the author’s web page for many years and was recently published in print and e-book formats.
James A. Tompkins, John A. White, Yavuz A. Bozer, and J. M. A. Tanchoco. Facilities Planning. 3rd ed. New York: John Wiley and Sons, 2002.
This highly regarded, best-selling textbook is used in many industrial engineering/operations research departments for their facilities planning courses, while serving as a principal reference for many practitioners and researchers worldwide. (A 4th edition was published in 2010.) It has been cited over 1,800 times according to Google scholar and has been translated into Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. The book presents a wide range of analytic models for facility design, layout planning, and location models.
Katta G. Murtry. Optimization Models for Decision Making, Volume 1. 2003.
This junior-level book that can be downloaded from the author’s web page at: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~murty/
Jon Lee. A First Course in Combinatorial Optimization. New York: Cambridge University Press, 2004.*
Lee focuses on key mathematical ideas leading to useful models and algorithms in this widely used introductory graduate-level text for students of operations research, mathematics, and computer science. The viewpoint is polyhedral, and Lee also uses submodularity and matroids as unifying ideas.
Jeffrey K. Liker. The Toyota Way. New York: McGraw Hill, 2004.
This best-selling business book has sold more than 800,000 copies in 26 languages, and organizations often call it their “company bible.” It won a Shingo Prize for Research Excellence and the 2005 Institute of Industrial Engineers Book of the Year Award.
Jeffrey K. Liker and David Meier. The Toyota Way Fieldbook. New York: McGraw Hill, 2005.
This accompanying book to The Toyota Way is a practical guide that has sold more than 260,000 copies. It is used by many lean practitioners as a primary source for practical advice and won a Shingo Prize for Research Excellence.
P. Van Hentenryck and L. Michel. Constraint-Based Local Search. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press, 2005.*
This book presents the idea of constraint-based local search, a declarative language for specifying global search algorithms and the associated Comet system.
*Designates industrial and operations engineering faculty members who wrote their books before joining the department.
A.6 Past Chairs of the Industrial and Operations Engineering Department
| Years | Chair |
| 1955–1963 | Wyeth Allen |
| 1963–1968 | Walton M. Hancock |
| 1968–1973 | Daniel Teichroew |
| 1973–1977 | Richard C. Wilson |
| 1977–1981 | Don B. Chaffin |
| 1981–1990 | Stephen M. Pollock |
| 1990–1992 | Chelsea C. White III |
| 1992–1999 | John R. Birge |
| 1999–2000 | Chelsea C. White III |
| 2000–2010 | Lawrence J. Seiford |
| 2010–present | Mark Daskin |
