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Abstract
In this seminar we will discuss selected topics in Discrete Optimization.The main focus is on classical and recent research papers in the field of Combinatorial Optimization.
Objective
The goal of the seminar is twofold. First, we aim at improving students' presentation and communication skills. In particular, students are to present a research paper to their peers and the instructors in a clear and understandable way. Second, students are introduced to a selection of cutting-edge approaches in the field of Combinatorial Optimization by attending the other students' talks. Active participation in these talks helps students build up the necessary skills for parsing and digesting advanced technical texts on a significantly higher complexity level than undergraduate textbooks. Furthermore, the seminar serves as preparation for student projects in Discrete Optimization, thus students intending to do their Bachelor's/Semester/Master's thesis in this area are strongly encouraged to take the seminar.
Content
The selected topics will cover various classical and modern results in Combinatorial Optimization. A significant component of the seminar will be interactive discussions where active participation of the students is required.
Resources
Literature
The learning material will be in the form of scientific papers.