LAU Hoong Chuin

LAU Hoong Chuin is a Full-time Faculty Professor of Computer Science at the School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS), Singapore Management University (SMU). His research focuses on optimization techniques, artificial intelligence, and their applications in urban logistics, healthcare systems, maritime operations, and emergency response. He actively explores quantum computing methods for solving complex combinatorial optimization problems and develops machine learning frameworks for dynamic decision-making systems.

Professor Lau’s work spans multiple domains:

• Quantum Optimization: Applying quantum algorithms to solve knapsack, vehicle routing, and scheduling problems
• Urban Logistics: Designing collaborative delivery networks and optimizing last-mile services
• Public Safety: Creating intelligent systems for police patrol scheduling and maritime traffic management
• Healthcare Operations: Developing nurse staffing models and emergency response frameworks

His recent articles emphasize cross-disciplinary applications, combining quantum computing with traditional optimization methods to address real-world challenges such as supply chain disruptions, energy-efficient routing, and dynamic resource allocation. He has advised students on topics ranging from quantum algorithm design to maritime logistics optimization.

His research integrates machine learning with large-scale optimization, evident in frameworks like OFFICERS for crime response scheduling and Grand-vision for law enforcement deployment. Current projects explore adaptive algorithms for stochastic systems and AI-driven policy-making in urban environments.