About

Join us for an exciting Workshop on Operational Research in the amazing city of Lugano (Switzerland), where young researchers will have the chance to engage with professors and experts in the field of Operation Research. The event will feature plenary talks by top researchers. Beyond the academic sessions, participants can enjoy networking opportunities and social activities, all set against the scenic backdrop of Lugano, a city known for its lakeside views, charming streets, and Swiss-Italian culture.

Don’t miss this opportunity!

Dates

Abstract Submission 13 March 2026 (11:59 PM AoE) .

Notification of acceptance 30 April 2026

Registration 1 May 2026 - 1 June 2026

Workshop 13 October 2026 - 16 October 2026

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Some views of Lugano

Speakers

The names of the invited speakers will be available soon!

Committees

The committee comprises the EUROYoung Board and members of the OC Group and the Intelligent Systems group .

Scientific Committee

EUROYoung board members

Marta Baldomero-Naranjo (Universidad de Cádiz, Spain), co-chair
Yasmine Beck (ESSEC Business School, France)
Laura Davila-Pena (Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, Spain)
Andrea Mancuso (University of Naples Federico II, Italy), co-chair
Alan Osorio-Mora (RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau, Germany)

Members of the local organizing committee

Saverio Basso (Scuola Universitaria Superiore della Svizzera Italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)
Luis Felipe Vargas (Scuola Universitaria Superiore della Svizzera Italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)
Eleonora Vercesi (Università della Svizzera Italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)

Organizing committee

Alex Bortolotti (Scuola Universitaria Superiore della Svizzera Italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)
Koppany Encz (Università della Svizzera Italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)
Stefano Huber (Università della Svizzera Italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)
Alessandro Minoli (Scuola Universitaria Superiore della Svizzera Italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)
Marilena Palomba (Scuola Universitaria Superiore della Svizzera Italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)
Tullio Villa (Scuola Universitaria Superiore della Svizzera Italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)

Programme

The first draft of the program will be avaible in June, and all the details in July.

Abstracts

The template for the abstracts and other information regarding the submissions will be available soon!

Venue and practical information

The workshop will take place at the Università della Svizzera Italiana and Scuola Universitaria Superiore della Svizzera Italiana.

You can use Google Maps, just go here .

Getting to Lugano

Arriving in Lugano from other European countries is straightforward thanks to Switzerland’s well-connected transport network. The most convenient way is typically by air to Milan or Zurich Airport, depending on your departure city.

From Milan

In Milan, there are three different airports, all of which are connected to the Milano Centrale train station:

  • Linate: You can use metro line M4 (blue) to reach S. Ambrogio station. There, you can take metro line M2 (green) to Milano Centrale. Additionally, there are bus options available, which you can check here: Linate Bus Options.
  • Malpensa: We suggest taking the "Malpensa Express," which directly arrives at Milano Centrale. You can purchase tickets here: Malpensa Express Tickets.
  • Orio al Serio: We recommend using the OrioShuttle to reach Milano Centrale. More information can be found at OrioShuttle. Other services can be found at the following link: Bergamo Airport Bus Services.

    • Once in Milano Centrale, take the TiLo , a direct train to Lugano.

    From Zurich

    You can check train options directly on the SBB website. From Zurich Airport, take the first train to Zurich HB, and from there you can catch one of the several direct trains to Lugano.

    Accomodation

    To be defined soon.

    What does the fee include?

    The fee will not exceed €200 (worst-case scenario), and depending on the additional funding that we can get, the price might decrease. The fee covers:

    Accommodation in shared rooms (3 guests per room) for 3 nights (from Wednesday to Friday).

    Meals during the workshop .

    Other types of accomodations are of course possible in the city of Lugano, but these are not covered by the Workshop.

    Tips

    Please note that Lugano is outside the EU, so there are a few practical things to keep in mind:

    💰Currency: Switzerland uses Swiss Francs (CHF), not Euros. Most businesses accept credit/debit cards and electronic payments, but to get the best exchange rate, we recommend pre-loading a multi-currency card like Revolut. You can exchange up to €1,000 per month without extra fees.

    📱Mobile / Phone: Roaming charges may apply, except with some providers (e.g., Fasweb). A convenient option is to purchase a temporary eSIM for Switzerland through services such as Airalo or Mobimatter .

    💳 Most shops, restaurants, and public transport accept contactless payments and Euro. You probably don’t need to get cash.

    Contact

    If you have any query, write us!

    📧 euroyoung2026@usi-supsi.ch

    Sponsors and Supporters

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