Workshops
International Workshop on Explainability and Interpretability in Optimization
September 17–18, 2025 – Energie Campus Nuremberg
Purpose & Motivation
The workshop brings together international researchers and practitioners to discuss explainability and interpretability in mathematical optimization. While these concepts are gaining attention in areas like machine learning, they remain underexplored in optimization. The workshop aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, connect early-career and senior researchers, and bridge theory and practice.
Key topics include:
- Conceptual frameworks for interpretability and explainability
- Transparency in decision-making and solution processes
- Human-centered optimization and model understanding
- Fairness, interactivity, and rule-based approaches
- Practical relevance and application-level insights
Participation
Participation is by invitation only, limited to ~20 researchers and practitioners. The group includes early-career researchers, senior academics, and industry experts to ensure diverse perspectives and meaningful exchange.
Format & Structure
The two-day event will combine research presentations and interactive working sessions. The goal is to:
- Discuss current research and open challenges
- Explore real-world case studies
- Initiate collaborations and future research directions
Schedule
Coming soon
Details
- Venue: Energie Campus Nuremberg, Fürther Str. 250, 90429 Nuremberg
- Accommodation: Nuremberg has a lot of good places to stay. We managed to make a deal with Motel One Nürnberg-Plärrer, which you can contact using the keyword provided in the follow up mail.
- Public transport:
Exit U1 line at “Muggenhof” station to reach the venue. - Workshop Dinner: Optional dinner on Wednesday evening (self-paid) at "Tucher-Bräu am Opernhaus"
The workshop is organized by:
- Michael Hartisch (University of Passau/FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg)
- Marc Goerigk (University of Passau)
- Jannis Kurtz (University of Amsterdam)
- Frauke Liers (FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg)
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