Mahmut Parlar

Dr. Mahmut Parlar is a Distinguished University Professor and Professor of Management Science at McMaster University's DeGroote School of Business, where he holds a Business Research Chair (2014-2025). He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Lingnan University, Hong Kong (2024-2027). His research focuses on stochastic modeling, dynamic optimization, and game theory applications in supply chain management, supported by continuous NSERC funding since 1981.

His primary research areas include:

• Stochastic inventory and queueing systems
• Dynamic pricing and contract design
• Game-theoretic supply chain coordination
• Optimization in healthcare and retail operations

Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) reveals strong emphasis on: supply chain incentive design, dynamic pricing strategies, operational risk management, and retail/e-commerce optimization. Key methodologies include differential games, stochastic modeling, and empirical validation.

Major scientific recognitions:

• CORS Award of Merit (2018)
• Stanford's Top 2% Scientists (2023)
• President's Award for Graduate Supervision Excellence (2013)
• DeGroote Research Excellence Award (2006)
• Dr. S. J. Basu Teaching Award (2014)

He has supervised numerous graduate students and authored the book Interactive Operations Research with Maple (2000). NSERC grants have continuously funded his research program for over four decades.