Authors may submit their papers to the following symposia:
Symp-01 Title: Mathematical Methods in Sport Sciences Applications
Organizers: Ricardo Duarte, Faculty of Human Kinetics, Technical University of Lisbon.
Orlando Fernandes School of Sciences and Technology, University of Évora.
Email: rduarte@fmh.utl.pt
Abstract: As an expression of our contemporary culture, the last decade assisted to the advent of new technologies in the sport sciences domain. Highly reliable and accurate motion-capture systems with long-range continuous data sets recruit developments in mathematical methods such as time-series analysis, modeling and simulation. The purpose of this symposium is to bring together diverse approaches on applied mathematical methods in the field of sport sciences and human movement.
Symp-02 Title: Mathematical Methods in Operations Management Applications
Organizers: Manuel Pereira Lopes, ISEP, IPP.
António Ramos, ISEP, IPP.
Carina Pimentel, University of Aveiro.
José António Oliveira, University of Minho.
António Duarte,Escola Superior de Tecnologia e Gestão, IP Bragança.
Email: mpl@isep.ipp.pt
Abstract: In the context of Operations Management, the term mathematical modeling refers to the creation of mathematical representations of management problems and organizations in order to determine outcomes of proposed courses of action. The fact that the mathematical models often are not able to fully represent the real system, does not limit its importance in their valuable assistance to the process of decision making. Many times, it can be even desirable, because it clears away non relevant elements and concentrates on the core problem. The modeling process can give us a simplified version of the situation with clear visibility of major factors. The main objective of this symposium is to present case studies of the application of mathematical models to real Operations Management problems.
Symp-03 Title: Mathematical methods in biology
Organizers: Carla Pinto – ISEP, IPP - cap@isep.ipp.pt
Ana Carvalho – University of Porto
Abstract: In the last decades there has been an increasing interest in the understanding of biological systems using mathematical models. This field is known as biomathematics. The organizers aim to provide a venue where researchers and scientists, throughout the world, can present and discuss the latest achievements and new models of biological and medical systems.
Symp-04 Title: Fractional calculus and its applications
Organizers: Dumitru Baleanu, Cankaya University, Ankara,Turkey - dumitru@cankaya.edu.tr
Xiao-Jun Yang, China University of Mining & Technology, Xuzhou, P. R. China - dyangxiaojun@163.com
Abstract: The theory and applications of fractional differential equations are gaining relevance since they are used in the modeling of different processes in various branches in science and engineering. The aim of this symposium is to bring together researchers from various disciplines in order to debate the open problems of the fractional calculus and its applications.
Symp-05 Title: Mathematical Methods in Sustainable Engineering and Occupational Safety Engineering
Organizers: Ana C. Meira Castro, ISEP, IPP
João Santos Baptista, FEUP, UP
João P. Meixedo, ISEP, IPP
Abstract: Currently, having eco-efficient and environmental-friendly engineering solutions is a mandatory requisite for all industries that are determined to become a driver for sustainable innovation and technological competitiveness. In addition, the guaranty of industrial workers’ occupational safety and hygiene is a matter of awareness.
This symposium will focus advances Mathematical Methods application in Sustainable Engineering and Occupational.