معرفی
Minjiao Zhang is a Professor in the Department of Economics, Finance & Quantitative Analysis at Kennesaw State University's Coles College of Business. With a career spanning over a decade, her academic journey includes previous roles as Assistant and Associate Professor at Kennesaw State, as well as Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama. Dr. Zhang holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Operations Research from The Ohio State University.
- Education: Ph.D. and M.S. in Operations Research from The Ohio State University
Her research focuses on advanced optimization methodologies including mixed-integer programming, stochastic programming, and network optimization, applied to real-world challenges in:
- Production planning and lot-sizing problems
- Disaster response optimization using social media
- Healthcare workforce scheduling
- Transportation safety modeling
- Network design under uncertainty
- Cybersecurity risk frameworks
Her publications demonstrate a trend of integrating mathematical rigor with practical applications in supply chains, emergency management, and healthcare. Dr. Zhang has contributed to leading journals including Operations Research, European Journal of Operational Research, and Management Science. Her work on hurricane disaster planning and physician scheduling highlights cross-disciplinary impact.
Contact: mzhang16@kennesaw.edu
