Foad Mahdavi Pajouh

Foad Mahdavi Pajouh is an Associate Professor at the School of Business, Stevens Institute of Technology, where he holds the Jack Howe Fellowship. Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston (2014–2021) and a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Florida (2012–2014). He earned his PhD in Industrial Engineering from Oklahoma State University (2012), and earlier degrees from Tarbiat Modares University (MS, 2006) and Sharif University of Technology (BS, 2004).

His research focuses on theoretical, computational, and algorithmic optimization, with applications in big data analytics of complex networks. Key areas include business analytics, social network analysis, financial network analysis, and cybersecurity. His work emphasizes clique relaxations, network interdiction, and resilient network design. Recent studies address influential group detection, risk-averse clustering, and robust infrastructure planning.

Publications highlight contributions to clique detection algorithms, network resilience, and optimization models. Over 30 peer-reviewed articles appear in top journals like European Journal of Operational Research, INFORMS Journal on Computing, and Annals of Operations Research. His work bridges graph theory and real-world network challenges in finance, cybersecurity, and environmental systems.

Notably absent are explicit mentions of awards or grants, though his prolific publication record and academic roles suggest significant professional recognition. No student advisees are listed in the provided information.