Centers and Laboratories


Center for Applied Optimization

Center for Applied Optimization Lab

The Center for Applied Optimization at the University of Florida is an interdisciplinary center which encourages joint research and applied projects among faculty from engineering, mathematics and business.
CAO Website


Computational and Stochastic Optimization Lab

Computational and Stochastic Optimization Lab

The Computational and Stochastic Optimization Lab at the University of Florida is focused on the modeling of large-scale, stochastic-integer programs. Current applications include electricity grid distribution and operation and supply chain logistics.
CSO website


Defense-Oriented Operations Research Lab

Defense-Oriented Operations Research Lab

The Defense-Oriented Operations Research Lab at the University of Florida is housed at REEF (Research and Engineering Education Facility) located in the Florida Panhandle. The Lab is focused on the modeling and solution of problems associated with security and defense.
DOOR website


Industrial Assessment Center

Industrial Assessment Center

IAC provides energy,waste and productivity assessments at no charge to small and mid-sized manufacturers. The center is funded by Department of Energy, Office of Industrial Technologies’ IAC Program.
IAC website


Risk Management and Financial Engineering Lab

Risk Management and Financial Engineering (RMFE) Lab

Provides a basis for the collaborative efforts of the multidisciplinary team of UF researchers and industrial partners in the area of risk management and financial engineering/mathematics. It was founded in 2000.
RMFE website


Supply Chain and Logistics Engineering Center

Supply Chain And Logistics Engineering Center (SCALE):

The Supply Chain and Logistics Engineering Center at the University of Florida is an interdisciplinary center that encourages joint research and applied projects among faculty from Engineering, Computer Science, and Business Administration in conjunction with industry participants.
SCALE website