The 6th EUROYoung Workshop - Lugano 2026

About

Join us for an exciting Workshop on Operations 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 Operations 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 10 March 2026 (10:00 AM CET time) - 15 April 2026 (10:00 AM CET time). Submit your abstract here.

Notification of acceptance 30 April 2026.

Registration 1 May 2026 (00.00 AM CET time) - 1 June 2026 (11.59 PM CET time).

Workshop 14 October 2026 - 16 October 2026.

Some views of Lugano

Speakers

Meet our confirmed speakers! More to be confirmed soon. Click on the pictures for more details.

Daniel Kuhn

Monique Laurent

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 Professionale della Svizzera italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)
Luis Felipe Vargas (Scuola Universitaria Professionale 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 Professionale 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 Professionale della Svizzera italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)
Marilena Palomba (Scuola Universitaria Professionale della Svizzera italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)
Tullio Villa (Scuola Universitaria Professionale della Svizzera italiana, Dalle Molle Institute of Artificial Intelligence - USI, SUPSI)

Programme

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

Abstract

Submit your abstract here. The template for the abstract is available here.

Please be aware that abstract, references, picture, and bio must stay within one page, as described in the template. During the submission, submit both the source files and the produced pdf.

There is a limited number of places available. If applications exceed this limit, selection will be made on a first-come, first-served basis, while also ensuring representation of researchers from different countries to foster international collaboration. Priority will be given to early-career researchers affiliated with institutions within EURO.

We highly encourage you to join EUROYoung !

Venue and practical information

The workshop will take place at the Università della Svizzera italiana and Scuola Universitaria Professionale 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: There is also a direct train from Malpensa to Milan. Check here if you wish to pay in Euro or here if you wish to pay in Swiss Franks. Otherwise, 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.

Accommodation

Accommodation for the participants will be provided at Montarina Hotel&Hostel, where we reserved double, triple and quadruple rooms. The hotel is located in a historic villa from the 19th century surrounded by a large palm park with an outdoor swimming pool and offers several amenities including free Wi-Fi, common areas, a shared kitchenette and laundry facilities. It is centrally located only about 200 meters from Lugano’s main train station, making it very easy to reach and convenient for exploring the city.

How to reach the hotel from Lugano train station?

After arriving at Lugano railway station, exit the station following the signs for Via Basilea. Walk to the street behind the station and take the short uphill path (stairs or road) towards Via Montarina. The hotel entrance is located at Via Montarina 1 and can be reached in approximately 5 minutes on foot.

More information about the accommodation can be found on the hotel website: Montarina Hotel & Hostel official website.

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 (from 2 to 4 guests per room) for 3 nights (from Wednesday to Friday).

Meals during the workshop .

Other types of accommodations 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., Fastweb). 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 question, write us!

📧 euroyoung2026@usi-supsi.ch

Sponsors and Supporters

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