Call for papers – DEA at 5th IMA and OR Society Conference on the Mathematics of Operational Research, April 30 to May 2, 2025

Dear Colleague,

We are pleased to invite you to submit a paper for presentation in our dedicated session, “Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA): Mathematical Foundations and Managerial Applications,” at the upcoming 5th IMA and OR Society Conference on the Mathematics of Operational Research. This event will take place from April 30 to May 2, 2025, at Aston University, UK.

Session Organizers:

  • Professor Ali Emrouznejad, University of Surrey, UK
  • Dr. Akram Dehnokhalaji, Aston University, UK
  • Dr. Majid Azadi, Aston University, UK

Session Description:

This session aims to bring together experts and researchers to discuss recent advances in Data Envelopment Analysis. We invite theoretical papers and innovative applications that explore DEA’s mathematical foundations and its relevance to managerial practices. Papers that address mathematical modeling for insights into benchmarking, resource allocation, operational performance, or DEA’s role in public policy are highly encouraged. Selected submissions will be considered for recommendation to the IMA Journal of Management Mathematics.

Submission Guidelines:

To submit, please email your paper title and abstract to:

Submission Deadline: January 31, 2025

For detailed submission guidelines and further information, please visit the official website of the 5th IMA and OR Society Conference on the Mathematics of Operational Research.

We look forward to receiving your contributions and to welcoming you to an engaging and productive session on DEA.

Best regards,
Professor Ali Emrouznejad
Dr. Akram Dehnokhalaji
Dr Majid Azadi