The Transportation Science and Logistics (TSL) Conference 2026 is the third triennial gathering organized by the INFORMS Transportation Science and Logistics Society. Scheduled from July 26 to 29, 2026, the conference will be hosted at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.
This conference serves as a platform for members of the TSL Society to present and discuss cutting-edge research in transportation science and logistics. Key topics include air transportation, facility logistics, freight transportation, intelligent transportation systems, and urban transportation planning and modeling. Methodologies such as optimization, decision analysis, stochastic modeling, network science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence will be explored. Additionally, the conference emphasizes applications addressing major societal challenges in transportation science and logistics.
Attendees can look forward to a variety of sessions, including paper and poster presentations, as well as networking opportunities. The conference will also feature special sessions highlighting innovative research and practical applications in the field. Notable speakers and experts will share insights, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among participants.
The TSL Conference 2026 is ideal for researchers, practitioners, and students in transportation science and logistics. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with peers, stay updated on the latest developments, and contribute to discussions shaping the future of the field.
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Speakers(2)
Cynthia Barnhart
Abraham J. Siegel Professor of Management, Ford Foundation Professor of Engineering, Professor in Operations Research at MIT Sloan School of Management
Cynthia Barnhart is a distinguished professor at MIT Sloan School of Management, specializing in operations research and engineering.
Timothy Jacobs
Vice President of Applied AI and Machine Learning at Walmart
Timothy Jacobs leads the Applied AI and Machine Learning division at Walmart, focusing on integrating advanced AI solutions into retail operations.
Event Details
- Date
- July 26-29, 2026
- 4 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Cambridge, United States
- Samberg Conference Center, MIT
- Audience
- Researchers, practitioners, and students in transportation science and logistics
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