Publications

Journal Articles Conference Proceedings Presentations Book Chapters

Srinath, N., Yilmazlar, I.O., Kurz, M.E. and Taaffe, K. "Introducing Preferences in Scheduling Applications", Computers & Industrial Engineering, Vol 163, 2022, Available online 2021 November 27. [Online Article]
I. Ozan Yilmazlar, Adarsh Jeyes, Alexis Fiore, Apurva Patel, Chelsea Spence, Chase Wentzky, Nicole Zero, Mary E. Kurz, Joshua D. Summers, Kevin M. Taaffe, (2020). “A case study in line balancing and simulation”, 2020, Procedia Manufacturia, accepted Spring 2020, Vol 48, 71-81. [PDF]
Phelan, K. T., Summers, J. D., & Kurz, M. B. (2019). “Rule authoring for vehicle configuration management: an experimental study on graph-based representations.” International Journal of Mass Customisation, 5(2), 130--146. Available online: 13 Nov 2019
Pearce, B.W., Antani, K., Mears, M.L., Funk, K., Mayorga, M.E, Kurz, M.E., 2019, “An effective integer program for a general assembly line balancing problem with parallel workers and additional assignment restrictions”, Journal of Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 50, 180-192. [PDF] [Online Article]
Wang, S., Kurz, M.E., Mason, S.J. and Rashidi, E., 2019, “Two-Stage Hybrid Flow Shop Batching and Lot Streaming with Variable Sublots and Sequence-Dependent Setups”, International Journal of Production Research, 57(22), 6893-6907. [PDF]
Madathil, S.C., Mason, S.J., Kurz, M.E., July 2018, “On Scheduling a Photolithography Area Containing Cluster Tools”, Computers and Industrial Engineering, Vol. 121, 177-188. [PDF] [Online Article]
Alghazi, A. and Kurz, M.E., January 2018, “Mixed Model Line Balancing with Parallel Stations, Zoning Constraints, and Ergonomics,” Constraints. Vol. 23, No 1, 123-153. [PDF] [Online Article]
Keith T. Phelan, Joshua David Summers, Mary E. Kurz, Crystal Wilson, Bryan Wayne Pearce, Joerg Schulte, Stephan Knackstedt, ((spring) 2017) "Configuration and options management processes and tools: an automotive OEM case study", Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, Vol. 28 Issue: 2, pp.146-168. [Online Article]
Lozano, L., Smith, J.C. and Kurz, M.E., 2017, “Solving the Traveling Salesman Problem with Interdiction and Fortification” Operations Research Letters, Vol. 45, No. 3, 210-216. [PDF] [Online Article]
Bryan Pearce, Mary E. Kurz, Keith Phelan, Joshua Summers, Jorg Schulte, Wolfgang Dieminger, Kilian Funk, “Configuration Management Through Satisfiability”, Procedia CIRP, Volume 44, 2016, Pages 204-209, ISSN 2212-8271. (http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212827116004091) in Conf Proc [PDF] [Online Article]
Phelan, K., Pearce, B., Summers, J., Kurz, M., 2016, "Supporting Vehicle Option Change Management through a Graph Based Visualization Tool", Journal of Computing and Information Science in Engineering, Vol 17, No 1, 011004-011004-15. [PDF] [Online Article]
Amiri, Parastoo, Mary E. Kurz, “Discrete Particle Swarm Optimization for Flexible Flow Line Scheduling", In revision for Computers and Industrial Engineering.
Kurz, Mary E., Yoder, S. Elizabeth, Zu, Ling, 2015, “Effects of Exposure on Attitudes Towards STEM Interests”, Education, Vol 136, No 2, 229-241.
Yoder, S. Elizabeth, Kurz, Mary E., Winter 2015, “Linear Programming Models Across the Curriculum”, Journal of Education for Business, Vol. 90, No. 1, 18-23. [PDF]
Madadi, AliReza; Mary E Kurz; Kevin M Taaffe; Julia L Sharp; Scott J Mason, December 2014, "Supply Network Design: Risk-Averse or Risk-Neutral?", Computers and Industrial Engineering, Vol. 78, 55-65. [PDF] [Online Article]
Madadi, A., M.E. Kurz, S. Mason, and K. Taaffe, July 2014. “Supply Network Design under Quality Disruptions and Tainted Materials Delivery,” Transportation Research Part E, Vol. 67, 105-123. [PDF] [Online Article]
Samanlioglu, Funda, William G. Ferrell Jr. and Mary E. Kurz. October 15, 2012, “An interactive memetic algorithm for production and manufacturing problems modeled as multi-objective traveling salesman problem.” International Journal of Production Research, Vol. 50, No. 20, 5671-5682. [PDF] [Online Article]
Cakici, Eray; Mason, Scott; Kurz, Mary E., May 15 2012, “Multi-objective analysis of an integrated supply chain scheduling problem.” International Journal of Production Research, Vol. 50, No. 10, 2624-2638. [PDF] [Online Article]
Thashika Rupasinghe, Mary E. Kurz, Carl Washburn and Anand Gramopadhye, 2011, “Virtual Reality Training Integrated Curriculum: An Aircraft Maintenance Technology (AMT) Education Perspective”, International Journal of Engineering Education, Vol. 27, No. 4, 778–788.
Chanta, Sunarin, Maria Mayorga, Mary E. Kurz, Laura McLay, October 2011, “The minimum p-envy location problem: a new model for equitable distribution of emergency resources.” IIE Transactions on Healthcare Systems Engineering, Vol. 1, No. 2, 101-115. [PDF]
Madadi, A., J. Ashayeri, M.E. Kurz, 2010, “A Producer-Retailer Inventory Model with Considerations of Transportation Cost”, International Journal of Operational Research, Vol. 9, No. 3, 272-286.
Madadi, A., M.E. Kurz, J. Ashayeri, 2010, “Multi-level Inventory Management Decisions with Transportation Cost Consideration”, Transportation Research E, Vol. 46, 719–734. [PDF] [Online Article]
Mark H. McElreath, Maria E. Mayorga, Mary E. Kurz, 2010, “Metaheuristics for Assortment Problems with Multiple Quality Levels”. Computers and Operations Research, Vol. 37, No. 10, 1797-1804. [PDF] [Online Article]
Alghazi, A. and Kurz, M.E., “Mixed model sequencing problem with skip policy and station interaction”, in revision for Journal of Manufacturing Systems
Samanlioglu, Funda, William G. Ferrell Jr. and Mary E. Kurz. “A memetic random-key genetic algorithm for a symmetric multi-objective traveling salesman problem.” Computers & Industrial Engineering. Vol. 55, September 2008, 439-449. [PDF] [Online Article]
Kurz, Mary E. and Scott J. Mason. “Minimizing total weighted tardiness on a batch-processing machine with incompatible job families and job ready times.” International Journal of Production Research. Vol. 46, No. 1, January 2008, 131-151. [PDF] [Online Article]
Samanlioglu, F., M. Kurz, W. Ferrell, and S. Tangudu, “A hybrid random-key genetic algorithm for a symmetric traveling salesman problem,” International Journal of Operations Research. Vol. 2, No. 1, 2007.
Mason, S.J., Kurz, M.E., Pohl, L.M., Fowler, J.W., Pfund, M.E., 2007, “Random keys implementation of NSGA-II for semiconductor manufacturing scheduling”, International Journal of Information Technology and Intelligent Computing, 2(3).
Haral, U., R-W Chen, W. Ferrell, Jr., M. Kurz. “Multiobjective single machine scheduling with nontraditional requirements.” International Journal of Production Economics. Vol. 106, No. 2, April 2007, 574-584. [PDF] [Online Article]
Tangudu, Sarat and Mary E. Kurz. “A branch and bound algorithm to minimize total weighted tardiness on a parallel-batch processing machine with ready times and incompatible job families.” Production Planning and Control. Vol. 17, No. 7, October 2006, 728-741. [PDF] [Online Article]
Kurz, Mary E. and Ronald G. Askin. “Scheduling flexible flow lines with sequence-dependent setup times”. European Journal of Operational Research. Vol 159, No. 1, 16 November 2004, 66-82. [PDF] [Online Article]
Rangsaritratsamee, R., W. Ferrell Jr., and M. Kurz. “Dynamic rescheduling using a bicriteria objective with genetic local search”. Computers and Industrial Engineering. Vol. 46, No. 1, March 2004, 1-15.
Kurz, Mary E. and Ronald G. Askin. “Comparing scheduling rules for flexible flow lines.” International Journal of Production Economics, Vol. 85, No. 3, 11 September 2003, 371-388. [PDF] [Online Article]
Kurz, Mary E. and Ronald G. Askin. “Heuristic scheduling of parallel machines with sequence-dependent setup times.” International Journal of Production Research, Vol. 39, No. 16, November 2001, 3747-3769. [PDF] [Online Article]
Kurz, Mary E. and Ronald G. Askin. “Note on An adaptable problem-space-based search method for flexible flow line scheduling.” IIE Transactions, Vol. 33, No.8, August 2001, 691-693. [PDF]

Wentzky, C., Spence, C., Patel, A., Zero, N., Jeyes, A., Fiore, A., Summers, J. D., Kurz, M. B., Taaffe, K. M. (2019). “Application of a Controlled Assembly Vocabulary: Modeling a Home Appliance Transfer Line.” IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology (pp. 439-446). [Online Article]
Phelan, K., Pearce, B., Summers, J., Kurz, M., (2016), "Rule Authoring Representation Comparison of Correctness and Consistency: An Empirical Study", TMCE 2016, Aix-En- Provence, France, May 2016, No. 69.
Phelan, K., Wilson, C., Summers, J., Kurz, M., (2015), "Graph Visualization Styles for Use in Configuration Management: A User Study", International Design Engineering Conferences and Computers in Engineering Conference (ASME IDETC/CIE), Boston, MA, Aug. 1-5, DETC2015-46288.
Phelan, K., Summers, J., Pearce, B., Kurz, M., (2015), "Higher Order Interactions: Product and Configuration Study on DSM Saturation", International Conference on Engineering Design, Milano, Italy, July 2015, no. 238.
Phelan, K., Wilson, C., Summers, J., Kurz, M., (2014), "A Case Study of Configuration Management Methods in a Major Automotive OEM", International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, Buffalo, NY, DETC2014-34186.
Antani, K., Pearce, B., Mears, L., Renu, R., Kurz, E., Schulte, J. (2014), "Application of System Learning to Precedence Graph Generation for Assembly Line Balancing," Proceedings of 2014 ASME International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference (MSEC2014), Paper No. MSEC2014-3906, Detroit, MI, USA, June 9-13, 2014. Accepted. (3 rd Place Best Paper)
Pearce, B. Kurz, M. Antani, K., Mears, L. (2014), "Finding Maximum Subsets of Relational Objects using SAT Decomposition" Proceedings of Institution of Industrial Engineers Annual Conference, Montreal, Canada, May 31-June 4, 2014, Paper No. 1987. Accepted.
Zu, L., Li, W., Kurz, M.E. (2014), “Integrated Production and distribution problem with pickup and delivery and multiple trips”, Proceedings of Institution of Industrial Engineers Annual Conference, Montreal, Canada, May 31-June 4, 2014, Paper No. 1618. Accepted.
Antani, K., Pearce, B., Kurz, E., Mears, L., Funk, K., Mayorga, M. (2013), "Manual Precedence Mapping and Application of a Novel Precedence Relationship Learning Technique to Real-World Automotive Assembly Line Balancing," Proceedings of 2013 ASME International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference (MSEC2013), Paper No. MSEC2013-1235, Madison, WI, USA, June 10-14, 2013.
Antani, K., Madadi, A., Kurz, E., Mears, L., Mayorga, M., Funk, K. (2012), “Robust Work Planning And Development Of A Decision Support System For Work Distribution On A Mixed-Model Automotive Assembly Line,” Proceedings of 2012 ASME International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference (MSEC2012), Paper No. MSEC2012-7350, Notre Dame, IN, June 10-13, 2012.
Madadi, A., M.B., Kurz, S. Mason, K. Taaffe, "A Metaheuristic Approach to Supply Chain Network Design Using CVaR", Proceedings of the 2012 ISERC, May 19-23, Orlando FL (CD-ROM)
Chanta, S., M. Mayorga, M.B. Kurz, L. McLay, “A Minimum-Envy Covering Location Model for EMS Systems”, Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2010, Cancun, Mexico (CD-ROM).
Rupasinghe, T., M.B. Kurz, C. Washburn, A. Gramopadhye, “Improving Aircraft Maintenance Technology Education: Bloom's Taxonomy Perspective”, Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2010, Cancun, Mexico (CD-ROM).
Cakici, E., M.B. Kurz (presenter), S. Mason, “Integrated Production and Distribution Scheduling with Multiple Objectives”, Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2010, Cancun, Mexico (CD-ROM).
Madadi, A., M.B. Kurz, K. Taaffe, S. Mason, E. Pohl, S. Root, M. Sir, “Managing Disruptions in Healthcare Supply Chain Networks”, Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2010, Cancun, Mexico (CD-ROM).
Rupasinghe, T., M.B. Kurz, “Path Relinking-based Random Keys Genetic Algorithm (PR2KGA) for the Quadratic Assignment Problem (QAP)”, Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2010, Cancun, Mexico (CD-ROM).
Montgomery, M. C., Rupasinghe, T. D, Kurz, M. E, “A Hybrid Portfolio Asset Selection Strategy Using Genetic Algorithms (GA) ” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2009, Miami, FL (CD-ROM).
Rupasinghe, T., M.B. Kurz, C. Washburn, A. Gramopadhye, S. Sadasivan, D. Vembar, A. Duchowski, “Curriculum Assessment to Enhance Student Learning In Aviation Maintenance Technology” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2009, Miami, FL (CD-ROM).
Rupasinghe, T. D, Kurz, M. E, Sadasivan, S., Vembar, D., Washburn, C., Gramopadhye, A. K. “Pedagogical Material Development and Curriculum Assessment To Enhance Non-Destructive Inspection in Aviation Maintenance Technology”, In conference proceedings of ASEE (American Society for Engineering Education), AC 2009-1240, Austin Texas, June 2009.
Mayorga, Maria, M.E. Kurz,. and M. McElreath. “Optimal Attributes of Mixed Quality Assortments.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2008, Vancouver Canada (CD-ROM).
Kurz, Mary E. and S.E. Yoder. “Genetic Algorithms for Logistic Regression.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2007, Nashville TN (CD-ROM).
Mason, S.J., Kurz, M.E., Pfund, M.E., Fowler, J.W., and Pohl, L.M. “Multi-Objective Semiconductor Manufacturing Scheduling: A Random Keys Implementation of NSGA-II.” Proceedings of the 2007 IEEE Symposium on Computational Intelligence in Scheduling, 159-164 [Online Article]
Randall, Robert and Mary E. Kurz. “A Genetic Algorithm for the Earliness/Tardiness Flow Shop Scheduling Problem.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2006, Orlando FL (CD-ROM).
Samanlioglu, F., M. Kurz, and W. Ferrell, Jr. (2006). “A Genetic Algorithm with Random-keys Representation for a Symmetric Multi-objective Traveling Salesman Problem.”Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2006, Orlando FL (CD-ROM).
D. L. Kimbler, A. K. Gramopadhye, M. E. Kurz, B. J. Melloy, Michael S. Leonard, “Implementing Curriculum Renewal from Courses through Curriculum Revision” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2006, Orlando FL (CD-ROM).
Randall, Patricia and Mary E. Kurz. “Serial Batch Scheduling using an Adaptive Crossover Selection Genetic Algorithm.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2006, Orlando FL (CD-ROM).
Randall, Robert and Mary E Kurz. “A MIP Model to Improve Locomotive Engineers Schedules.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2005, Atlanta GA (CD-ROM).
Mehendiratta, Vinay and Mary E Kurz. “Development of Flight Leg Robustness Index and its Application.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2005, Atlanta GA (CD-ROM).
Kurz, Mary E., Srinivas Anandan and Sarah Canterbury. “Gene Expression for Improved Solution Representation.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2005, Atlanta GA (CD-ROM).
Kurz, M.E. and Canterbury, S. “Minimizing total flowtime and maximum earliness on a single machine using multiple measures of fitness,” Proceedings of the 2005 Genetic and Evolutionary Computation Conference (GECCO-2005), 803-809.
Kunadilok, Jakrawarn and Mary E Kurz. “Scheduling Flexible Mixed Shops with Multiple Processing Restrictions by Mixed Integer Programming.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2005, Atlanta GA (CD-ROM).
Randall, Patricia and Mary E Kurz. “Scheduling Unrelated Parallel Machines using a Random Keys Genetic Algorithm.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2005, Atlanta GA (CD-ROM).
Watkins, Barbara and Mary E Kurz. “An Application of Factory Physics Tools in a Complex Manufacturing Environment.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2004, Houston TX (CD-ROM – Extended Abstract).
Leonard, M. S., Kurz, M. E., Kimbler, D. L., and Gramopadhye, A. K., “An Industrial Engineering Curriculum Renewal Process for the Enhancement of Industrial Engineering Degree Programs”, Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Meeting, New Orleans, 2004.
Tangudu, Sarat and Mary E Kurz. “Branch-and-bound for a single parallel-batch processing machine.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2004, Houston TX (CD-ROM – Extended Abstract).
Haral, U., R-W Chen, W. Ferrell, Jr., M. Kurz. “On single machine, multicriteria scheduling with nontraditional objectives and constraints.” Proceedings of the 13th International Working Seminar on Production Economics, Igls, Austria. (2004).
Randall, Robert and Mary E Kurz. “Railyard Scheduling to Improve Locomotive Engineer Schedules.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2004, Houston TX (CD-ROM – Extended Abstract).
Randall, Patricia and Mary E Kurz. “Serial Batch Scheduling on Unrelated Parallel Machines with Sequence-Dependent Setups.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2004, Houston TX (CD-ROM).
Leonard, Michael. S., Anand K. Gramopadhye, Delbert L. Kimbler, and Mary E. Kurz. “Validating an Industrial Engineering Curriculum Reform Process.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2004, Houston TX (CD-ROM).
Kurz, Mary E. and William G. Ferrell, Jr. “Applying a Random Keys Genetic Algorithm to Bicriteria Single Machine Scheduling.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2003, Portland OR (CD-ROM).
Leonard, M.S., A.K. Gramopadhye, D.L. Kimbler, M.E. Kurz, R.J. Jacob, C. E. McLendon, and S. Regunath. “Department-Level Reform of Undergraduate Industrial Engineering Education: A New Paradigm for Engineering Curriculum Renewal.” Proceedings of the 2003 American Society for Engineering Education Conference and Exposition, Session 2457, Nashville TN (CD-ROM).
Koppuraviuri, V., W.G. Ferrell, Jr., and M.E. Kurz. “Multiobjective Scheduling with Nonregular Objectives.” Proceedings of the 31 st International Conference on Computers and Industrial Engineering, San Francisco, CA (http://www.umoncton.ca/cie/Conferences/31thconf/31stICCIE/Papers/p89.pdf).
Kurz, Mary E. “On the Structure of Optimal Schedules for Minimizing Total Weighted Tardiness on Parallel, Batch-Processing Machines.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2003, Portland OR (CD-ROM).
Leonard, M.S., D.L. Kimbler, M.E. Kurz, A.K. Gramopadhye, R.J. Jacob, C. E. McLendon, and S. Regunath. “Reengineering Industrial Engineering – Reformulating the Roy Model for Professional Practice Today.” Industrial Engineering Solutions Conference Proceedings 2003, Portland, OR (CD-ROM).
Kimbler, D.L., Michael S. Leonard, Mary E. Kurz, Anand K. Gramopadhye, and Catherine E. McLendon. “The Roy Report as a Basis for Reform of the Industrial Engineering Baccalaureate Curriculum.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2003, Portland, OR (CD-ROM).
Kurz, Mary E. “Alternative Formulations for Flexible Flowlines with Sequence-dependent Setup Times” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2002, Orlando FL (CD-ROM).
Pehlivan, Sertac and Mary E. Kurz. “Creating Schedules for Flexible Flowlines with Sequence-dependent Setup Times in Random Keys Genetic Algorithms” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2002, Orlando FL (CD-ROM).
Askin, Ronald G. and Mary E. Kurz. “Strategies for Scheduling Flexible Flow Lines with Sequence Dependent Setups and Parallel Machines.” July 30, 2001. International Conference on Production Research, Prague, Czech Republic.
Kurz, Mary E. and Ronald G. Askin. “Scheduling Flexible Flow Lines with Sequence-dependent Setup Times.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2001, Dallas TX (CD-ROM).
Kurz, Mary Beth. “Allocating Kanbans in a Re-entrant Line.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 1999, Phoenix AZ.
Kurz, Mary Elizabeth and Emmanuel Fernandez-Gaucherand. “MIST: MATLAB Introductory Statistical Toolbox.” Proceedings of the 1994 Frontiers in Education Conference. November 2-6, 1994. [Online Article]

Chelsea Spence (presenter), Mary E. Kurz, Thomas C. Sharkey, Bryan L. Miller, Corey A. Kalbaugh, “Analysis of Existing Opioid Epidemic Models”, 2021 INFORMS Annual Meeting, October 25, 2021.
I. Ozan Yilmazlar (presenter), M.E. Kurz, “Comparison of Local Search Algorithms for Solving Car Sequencing Problem”, 2021 INFORMS Annual Meeting, October 27, 2021.
Nitin Srinath (presenter), Ibrahim Ozan Yilmazlar (presenter), Mary E. Kurz, Kevin M. Taaffe, “Scheduling Jobs with Sequence-dependent Setup Times and Conflicting Performance Measures”, IISE Annual Meeting 2020, Virtual November 1-3, 2020.
Nitin Srinath (presenter), Ibrahim Ozan Yilmazlar (presenter), Mary E. Kurz, Kevin M. Taaffe, “An Implementable Industry-driven Scheduling System for Parallel Machines”, INFORMS Annual Meeting 2020, Virtual November 11, 2020.
Burton, A.E., M.E. Kurz (presenter), M.J. Saltzman, B. Splitter, W.C. Bridges, N.J. Calkin, “Accommodating Social Distancing in Classes Through Day-of-attendance Assignment During Covid-19 at Clemson University”, 2021 INFORMS Business Analytics Conference, Virtual April 12, 2021.
Ibrahim Ozan Yilmazlar (presenter), Mary E. Kurz, “Greedy Heuristics, Local Search Algorithms and Metaheuristics for Solving Car Sequencing Problem”, IISE Annual Meeting 2021, Virtual May 25, 2021.
Chelsea Spence (presenter), Alexis Fiore, Adarsh Jeyes, Edwin Chase Wentzky, Ibrahim Ozan Yilmazlar, Nicole Zero, Mary Beth Kurz (presenter), Joshua D. Summers, Kevin M. Taaffe, “A Case Study in Line Balancing and Simulation”, INFORMS 2019, Seattle WA, Oct 20-23, 2019.
Kurz, M. (presenter), K. Taaffe, C. Spence, J. Summers, A. Fiore, E.C. Wentzky, A. Patel, “Transfer Line Balancing with Buffer Locations”, IISE Annual Conference 2019, Orlando FL, May 18-21, 2019.
Kurz, M. (presenter - poster), Alghazi, Anas, “Sequencing and Line Balance Interaction in Multi-worker Mixed-model Assembly Lines”, INFORMS 2018, Phoenix, AZ, Nov 4-7, 2018.
Knudson, William (presenter), M. Kurz, P. Glenn, J. Henderson, C. Hill, A. Kemp, I. Kazmier, A. Snipe, “Using Bike Route Data Visualization to Inform Bicycle Share System Design and Redesign”, INFORMS 2018, Phoenix, AZ, Nov 4-7, 2018.
Kurz, M. (presenter), Alghazi, Anas, “Mixed model sequencing in two-sided assembly lines”, EURO 2018, Valencia Spain, July 8-11, 2018.
Alghazi, Anas, M. Kurz (presenter), “A study in the impact of different constraints in mixed model line-balancing”, 2018 Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference (ISERC2018), Orlando, FL, May 19-May 22, 2018.
Kurz, M. (presenter - poster), A. Bittner, N. Bryan, J. Dimon, D. Fant, P. Gorospe, J. Henderson, A. Henson, C. Hill, I. Kazmier, A. Kemp, W. Knudson, M. Lee, D. Simpson, A. Snipe, “Using Bike System Data to Set Station Inventory Targets in a Small Campus Bike Share System”, 2018 Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference (ISERC2018), Orlando, FL, May 19-May 22, 2018.
Alghazi, Anas, M. Kurz (presenter), “Mixed Model Sequencing with Swimming across Station Boundaries”, 2017 Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference (ISERC2017), Pittsburgh PA, May 20-May 23, 2017.
Alghazi, Anas, M. Kurz (presenter), “Sequencing in Mixed Model Assembly Lines”, 2016 INFORMS Annual Meeting, Nashville TN, November 13 – November 16, 2016.
Alghazi, Anas, M. Kurz (presenter), “A Realistic Mixed-model ALBP with Parallel Workstations, Zoning, and Ergonomic Constraints”, 2016 Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference (ISERC2016), Anaheim CA, May 21-May 24, 2016.
Kurz, M. (presenter), Ling, Zu “Heuristics for Bicycle Sharing System Repositioning Problem”, 2016 Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference (ISERC2016), Anaheim CA, May 21-May 24, 2016.
Kurz, M. (presenter - poster), Ling, Zu “Heuristics for Bicycle Sharing System Repositioning Problem”, 2015 INFORMS Annual Meeting, Philadephia PA, November 1 – November 4, 2015.
Amiri, Parastoo, M. Kurz (presenter), “A Particle Swarm Optimization for Flexible Flow Line Scheduling to Minimize Makespan”, 2014 Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference (ISERC2015), Nashville TN, May 30-June 2, 2015
Alghazi, Anas (presenter), M. Kurz, “The Balancing and Scheduling of Mixed Model Assembly Lines with Realistic Constraints”, 2014 Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference (ISERC2015), Nashville TN, May 30-June 2, 2015
Alghazi, Anas (presenter), M. Kurz, “Formulating a Realistic Mixed Model Assembly Line Balancing Problem”, INFORMS 2014, San Francisco.
Zu, Ling (presenter), M. Kurz, W. Li. “Meta-Analysis in Online Engineering Education”, INFORMS 2014, San Francisco.
Pearce, B. (presenter), M. Kurz, L. Mears, K. Antani, “Options-Mix Demand Specification for Robust Assembly Line Rebalancing”, INFORMS 2014, San Francisco.
Amiri, Parastoo (presenter), M. Kurz, “Particle Swarm Optimization for Scheduling Flexible Flow Line”, INFORMS 2014, San Francisco.
Wilson, C.L. (presenter), Kurz, M.E., Summers, J.D., Phelan, K.T., “Using Ontologies To Aid In Configuration Management in The Automotive Industry,” 2013 Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference (ISERC2014), Montreal CA, May 31-June 3, 2014.
Pearce, B., M. Kurz, “A Constructive Heuristic for the Multi-zone Assembly Line Balancing with Physical Constraints”, INFORMS 2013, Minneapolis, MN.
Zu, L., M. Kurz, “Effects of Scientific EXPO for Elementary Student’s Attitudes Toward STEM Courses”, INFORMS 2013, Minneapolis, MN.
Pearce, B., Kurz, M., Mears, L., Antani, K., “Multi-Zone Assembly Line Balancing with Line-Side Storage Constraints,” 2013 Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference (ISERC2013), San Juan, PR, May 18-22, 2013.
Pearce, B.W. (presenter), K. Antani, K. Funk, M.E. Kurz, A. Madadi, M. Mayorga, L. Mears, “Exploring the Efficient Frontier of the Multi-objective General Assembly Line Balancing Problem”, INFORMS 2012 Conference, Phoenix AZ.
Madadi, A. (presenter), M.B. Kurz, “A Metaheuristic Approach for Risk Minimization in Supply Chain Network Design Problems”, INFORMS 2011 Conference, Charlotte NC.
Sir, M. (presenter), M.B. Kurz, S. Mason, M. Pariazar, E. Pohl, S. Root, K. Taaffe, “Designing a Robust Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Network Against Disruptions”, INFORMS 2011 Conference, Charlotte NC.
Patel, J. (presenter), S. Whetsel, B. Patel, J. Harris, M. Teodori, M.B. Kurz, S. Shappell, “Exploring Petroleum Industry Safety by Conducting HFACS Analysis”, IERC 2011 Conference, Reno NV.
Sangsawang, O. (presenter), M.B. Kurz, “Tabu Search for Solving the Uncapacitated Single Allocation p-hub Median Problem”, IERC 2011 Conference, Reno NV.
Kurz, M.B., Sangsawang, O. (presenter), “Tabu Search for the Uncapacitated Single p-hub Median Problem”, INFORMS 2011 Conference, Charlotte NC.
Whetsel, S. (presenter), M.B. Kurz, “Using Heuristics for Logistic Regression on Aviation Accidents”, IERC 2011 Conference, Reno NV.
Hudda, A. , M.E. Kurz (presenter), S.J. Mason, “A Genetic Algorithm for Forced Transfer Bus Routing”, Industrial Engineering Research Conference 2010, Cancun, Mexico.
Chanta, S. (presenter), M.B. Kurz, M. Mayorga, L. McLay, “A Tabu Search for Solving the Minimum p-envy Location Model in EMS Location Problems”, INFORMS 2010 Conference, Austin, TX.
Kurz, M.B. (presenter), S. Badrinayaranan, “Bi-objective Flexible Flowline Scheduling with Genetic Algorithms”, Industrial Engineering Research Conference 2010, Cancun, Mexico.
Rupasinghe, T., M.B. Kurz (presenter), “Investigation of Parameter tuning of Metaheuristics on Quadratic Assignment Problem (QAP)”, INFORMS 2010 Conference, Austin, TX.
Sangsawang, O. (presenter), M.B. Kurz, “Metaheuristics for Solving the Uncapacitated Single Allocation p-hub Median Problem”, INFORMS 2010 Conference, Austin, TX.
Kurz, M.B., S. Badrinayaranan (presenter), “Minimizing Makespan and Number of Tardy Jobs on a Flexible Flowshop with Unrelated Machines”, INFORMS 2010 Conference, Austin, TX.
Dabhade, I. , M.B. Kurz, “Multi-Valued Subsets for Binary Partitions in Generalized Iterative Dichotomizer 3”, poster at INFORMS 2010 Conference, Austin, TX.
Taaffe, K.M. (presenter), Kurz, M.E., Madadi, A., Mason, S.J., Pohl, E.A., Root, S.E., Sir, M., “Selecting Facilities while Managing Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Risks”, INFORMS 2010 Conference, Austin, TX.
McElreath, M. (presenter), M. Mayorga, M.B. Kurz, “Solution Representations for Assortment Planning with Locational Choice”, Industrial Engineering Research Conference 2010, Cancun, Mexico.
Kurz, M.B., M. Eubanks (presenter), “Analyzing and Creating Facility Layouts Using Mathematical Models in VBA” Industrial Engineering Research Conference 2009, Miami, FL.
Rupasinghe, T., M.B. Kurz, “Metaheuristics for Quadratic Assignment Problem (QAP) ”Industrial Engineering Research Conference Proceedings 2009, Miami, FL (CD-ROM).
Al Otaibi, M. (presenter), M.B. Kurz, S. Mason “ Multiobjective Disaster Relief Operations Scheduling ” Industrial Engineering Research Conference 2009, Miami, FL.
Kurz, M.B. (presenter), V. Sankaran, “Particle Swarm Optimization for Scheduling Flexible Flowlines” Industrial Engineering Research Conference 2009, Miami, FL.
Rupasinghe, T. (presenter), M.B. Kurz, “Path-Relinking (PR) as a Diversification Mechanism for Quadratic Assignment Problem (QAP)”, INFORMS 2009 Conference, San Diego, CA.
Kurz, M.B. “Tutorial: Metaheuristics for Multiobjective Optimization” Industrial Engineering Research Conference 2009, Miami, FL.
M.E. Kurz (presenter) “Utilizing Condor to Support Genetic Algorithm Design Research”,January 9, 2009. INFORMS Computing Society Conference, Charleston SC.
Nahid Alam(presenter), Mary E. Kurz (presenter), Melissa C. Smith (presenter) “Random Number Generation on FPGA-based Computing Systems in a Condor Environment”, November 18-20, 2008. Super Computing 2008 Booth, Austin TX.
M.E. Kurz (presenter) and T. Rupasinghe. “Effectiveness of solution representations using artificial immune algorithms in scheduling flexible flow lines with sequence-dependent setup times.” Industrial Engineering Research Conference 2008, Vancouver Canada .
M.E. Kurz (presenter) “Utilizing Condor to Support Genetic Algorithm Design Research”, April 30, 2008. Condor Week 2008, Madison WI.
Mark McElreath (presenter), Mary E. Kurz, Maria Mayorga. “Approximation Metaheuristics for Assortment Problems with Multiple Quality Levels ” October 14, 2008. INFORMS 2008 Conference, Washington DC.
Vinodh Sankaran (presenter), Mary E. Kurz “Investigating Random Keys Representation in a Particle Swarm Optimization Metaheuristic” October 14, 2008. INFORMS 2008 Conference, Washington DC.
Thashika Rupasinghe (presenter), Mary E. Kurz “Scheduling Flexible Flow Lines using Artificial Immune Algorithms” October 14, 2008. INFORMS 2008 Conference, Washington DC.
M.E. Kurz (presenter) “Solution Representations and Solution Quality in Genetic Algorithms”, February 27, 2008. Ohio State University, Department of Industrial, Welding and Systems Engineering.
M.E. Kurz (presenter) “Condor Use in Industrial Engineering”, November 14, 2007. Super Computing 2007 Booth, Reno NV.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter), Letitia Pohl, Scott Mason, John Fowler, Michelle Pfund. “Multi-objective Semiconductor Manufacturing Scheduling” November 7, 2007. INFORMS 2007 Conference, Seattle WA.
Tayfur, Esengul (presenter), Mary E. Kurz. “A Condor Application: Solving Constrained Facility Layout Problems with Genetic Algorithm.” November 6, 2007. INFORMS 2007 Conference, Seattle WA.
McElreath, Mark (presenter), Mary E. Kurz, William G. Ferrell, Jr., Priyantha Devapriya.“Enumerating Solutions for an NP-hard Scheduling Problem Using Condor.” November 6, 2007. INFORMS 2007 Conference, Seattle WA.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter). “Large-scale Testing for the Design of Genetic Algorithms using High Throughput Computing” November 6, 2007. INFORMS 2007 Conference, Seattle WA.
James Cochran, Jill Hardin, Mary E. Kurz, Mark Lewis, “An Interactive Panel/Audience Discussion: Planning, Designing, and Preparing to Teach a New Course” November 7, 2006, INFORMS 2006 Conference, Pittsburgh, PA.
Funda Samanlioglu (presenter) William G. Ferrell, Jr, Mary E. Kurz. “A Hybrid Random-Key Genetic Algorithm for a Symmetric Multi-Objective Traveling Salesman Problem.” November 16, 2005. INFORMS 2005 Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Goradia, Pratik (presenter), Mary E. Kurz . “Reuse of Plastic Bottles.” November 16, 2005. INFORMS 2005 Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter), Srinivas Anandan and Sarah Canterbury. “Extensions of Genetic Algorithms Demonstrated in Scheduling Problems.” November 15, 2005. INFORMS 2005 Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Randall, Patricia (presenter), Mary E. Kurz. “A Genetic Algorithm with Adaptive Crossover Probabilities.” November 13, 2005. INFORMS 2005 Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Randall, Robert (presenter), Mary E. Kurz . “Genetic Algorithm to Minimize Earliness and Tardiness of Outbound Trains in a Rail Yard.” November 13, 2005. INFORMS 2005 Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Kurz, Mary E. “Teaching Methods of Operational Research as a Laptop Course.” December 14 , 2004. Fall 2004 Laptop Pedagogy Symposium, Clemson University, Clemson SC.
Randall, Patricia (presenter), Mary E. Kurz. “A Genetic Algorithm for Serial Batching on Unrelated Parallel Machines with Sequence-Dependent Setups.” October 27, 2004. INFORMS 2004 Conference, Denver CO.
Mehendiratta, Vinay (presenter), Mary E. Kurz, Michael S. Leonard. “Development of Flight Leg Robustness Index (FLRI) and Its Application.” October 27, 2004. INFORMS 2004 Conference, Denver CO.
Haral, Uday (presenter), William G. Ferrell, Jr, Mary E. Kurz. “Random Keys Genetic Algorithms Applied to Dynamic Multiobjective Scheduling Problem.” October 21, 2003. INFORMS 2003 Conference, Atlanta GA.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter). “Using Genetic Algorithms to Minimize Total Weighted Tardiness on Parallel Batch-Processing Machines.” December 5, 2002. Mathematical Sciences Algebra and Discrete Mathematics Seminar, Clemson SC.
Randall, Patricia (presenter), Mary E. Kurz. “Batch Scheduling on Unrelated Die Stamping Machines with Sequence-Dependent Setups.” October 21, 2003. INFORMS 2003 Conference, Atlanta GA.
Samanlioglu, Funda (presenter), Sarat Tangudu, Mary E. Kurz, William G. Ferrell, Jr. “Random Keys Genetic Algorithms for a Symmetric Multi-Objective Traveling Salesman Problem.” October 21, 2003. INFORMS 2003 Conference, Atlanta GA.
Kurz Mary E. (presenter), Michael Leonard, D.L. Kimbler, Anand K. Gramopadhye, Sarat Tangudu, J. Mullenix, S. Regunath, R. Jacob, “Using Bloom’s Taxonomy to Increase Student Achievement of Course Learning Objectives.” October 21, 2003. INFORMS 2003 Conference, Atlanta GA.
Randall, Robert (presenter), Mary E. Kurz, June J. Pilcher. “The Need for a Model of Rail Operations to Improve Engineer Schedules.” October 20, 2003. INFORMS 2003 Conference, Atlanta GA.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter). “Being Different in the Workplace.” November 26, 2002. Systems and Industrial Engineering Senior Seminar, Tucson AZ.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter), Michael Leonard, Delbert Kimbler, Anand Gramopadhye, C. McLendon, Sarah Gavin, “What is OR/MS based IE?” November 20, 2002. INFORMS 2002 Conference, San Jose CA.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter). “Improved Mixed-Integer Programming Formulations for the SDST Flexible Flowline Problem.” November 17, 2002. INFORMS 2002 Conference, San Jose CA.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter). “Effective Heuristics for Flexible Flow Line Scheduling.” September 10, 2002. DOE Fellows Symposium. Washington DC.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter) and Ronald G. Askin. “MIP Formulations for Flexible Flow Line Scheduling.” November 5, 2001. INFORMS 2001 Conference, Miami FL.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter) and Ronald G. Askin. “Two Genetic Algorithms for Flexible Flow Line Scheduling.” June 19, 2001. INFORMS 2001 International Conference, Maui HI.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter) and Ronald G. Askin. “Flexible Flowline Scheduling with Sequence-dependent Setup Times.” November 6, 2000. INFORMS 2000 Conference, San Antonio TX.
Kurz, Mary E. (presenter) and Ronald G. Askin. “Parallel Machine Scheduling with Sequence-Dependent Setup Times.” November 8, 1999. INFORMS Fall 1999 Conference, Philadelphia PA.
Norman, Susan K. (Chair), Douglas J. Morrice, Michael J. Fry, Mary Beth Kurz, Jennifer R. Goodhart, Brian D. Neureuther, Natasa Christodoulidou and Joel Sokol . “Panel: Issues in Doctoral OR/MS Education - A Few Words from the Student Perspective.” May 5, 1999. INFORMS Spring 1999 Conference, Cincinnati OH.

Kurz, Mary E. "TSP Heuristics", Encyclopedia of Operations Research and Management Science. Accepted June 2010