The purpose of this award is to recognize creative efforts that showcase public sector operations research to a broad audience. Via this award, the Section aims to increase visibility about the impact of operations research in the public sector, grow the community through increased awareness and engagement, and distribute content that can be shared readily with students, prospective collaborators, and future beneficiaries.
Deadline: June 30, 2024
Eligibility:
Selection / Judging Process:
Application Process:
Award: Subject to receiving qualified submissions, the Best Video Award winner(s) will receive a plaque with a framed certificate. One or two Honorable Mentions may also be awarded depending on the number of qualified submissions. These awardees receive a paper certificate. Finalists will be invited to present their video at the INFORMS Annual Meeting. Results will be announced at the PSOR Business Meeting during the INFORMS Annual Meeting, where winners will also be recognized.
For more information and details on past winners, visit the PSOR website:
https://connect.informs.org/public-sector-operations-research/awards
Any inquiries can be made to the co-chairs of the 2024 competition: Akshaya Suresh (akshaya.suresh@yale.edu) and Scott Rodilitz (scott.rodilitz@anderson.ucla.edu).