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Frank Thuijsman is a Full Professor of Strategic Optimization and Data Science at Maastricht University's Department of Advanced Computing Sciences. He has held this position since 2016, following roles as Associate Professor (1995–2016) and Assistant Professor (1990–1995) at the same institution. His international engagements include visiting positions at UCLA, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and fellowships at the Institute for Advanced Studies in Jerusalem.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Mathematics, Maastricht University (1989)
- M.Sc. in Mathematics (with teaching qualification), Radboud University Nijmegen (1985)
Research Focus: Thuijsman specializes in dynamic and evolutionary game theory with applications spanning economics, biology, and oncology. His work integrates operations research, stochastic processes, and mathematical modeling to address complex systems such as cancer treatment optimization, public goods games, and federated learning. A key theme is the translation of theoretical frameworks into practical solutions for healthcare and environmental policy.
Publication Trends: His recent articles emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, particularly in cancer research (e.g., modeling tumor evolution and treatment resistance) and computational optimization (e.g., AGV scheduling and federated learning). Methodologically, they showcase advanced game-theoretic applications, spatial modeling, and adaptive control systems.
Awards & Honors:
- Dual Silver Reimagine Education Awards (2018) for KE@Work program innovation
- Teaching Prize from FH Aachen (2013)
- Wynand Wijnen Education Prize nominee (2014, 2017, 2024)
Leadership & Projects: Thuijsman founded the KE@Work program, connecting 200+ students with 70+ businesses. He currently leads a World Bank-funded initiative to develop a Computer Science curriculum at the University of Burundi. As Secretary-Treasurer of the Game Theory Society, he oversees global academic collaborations. His team at the Mathematics Centre Maastricht focuses on evolutionary dynamics and AI applications.
