Optimization Days Poster Competition
Description
As part of Optimization Days 2026, this poster competition, jointly organized with GERAD, aims to showcase student research in operations research.
The competition is open to students presenting their work in English. Selected participants will:
- present their poster during the Monday reception
- and give a short presentation to the jury during a dedicated session
Posters will be evaluated based on:
- clarity
- scientific quality
- presentation quality
🏆 Awards
- $500 prize
- two $100 honourable mentions
📌 How to participate
- Submit an abstract by March 15, 2026 via the Optimization Days website (select Poster)
- Up to 10 participants will be selected by the end of March
- If selected: final poster submission by April 30
⚠️ Important
- Poster printing is at the participant’s expense
- Participants must be registered for Optimization Days
👉 More details:
Poster Competition page