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Agarwal, A. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Automating Mathematical Program Transformations,"

submitted for publication (2006).
 
Agarwal, A. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Optimization of Linear Coupled Component Automata,"

submitted for publication (2006).
 
Ahmetovic, E., M. Martin and I.E. Grossmann
“Optimization of Energy and Water Consumption in Corn-based Ethanol Plants”
submitted for publication (2010).
 
Ahmetovic, E. and I.E. Grossmann
“General Superstructure and Global Optimization for the Design of Integrated Process Water Networks”
submitted for publication (2009).
 
Balasubramanian, J. and Grossmann, I. E.
"Approximation to Multistage Stochastic Optimization in Multiperiod Batch Plant Scheduling under Demand Uncertainty"

submitted for publication (2003).
 
Balasubramanian, J. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Scheduling Optimization under Uncertainty -An Alternative Approach,"

submitted for publication (2002)
 
Balasubramanian, J. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A Novel Branch and Bound Algorithm fore Scheduling Flowshop Plants with Uncertain Processing Times"
,
to appear in Computers & Chemical Engineering (2002)
 
Barttfeld, M., Aguirre, P.A. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A Decomposition Method for Synthesizing Complex Column Configurations Using Tray-by-Tray GDP Models,"
submitted for publication.
 
Barttfeld M., Aguirre P.A. and Grossmann I.E.
"Alternative Representations and Formulations for the Economic Optimization of Multicomponent Distillation Columns".
To appear in Computers & Chemical Engineering (2003).
 
Bergamini, M.L., Aguirre, P. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Logic Based Outer Approximation For Global Optimization of Synthesis of Process Networks"
 
Biegler, L. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Retrospective on Optimization"
.

Submitted for publication (2002).
 
Bonami, P, L.T. Biegler, A.R. Conn, G. Cornuejols, I.E. Grossmann, C.D. Laird, J. Lee, A. Lodi, F. Margot, N. Sawaya, A. Wachter
"An algorithmic framework for convex mixed integer nonlinear programs"
 
Breslow, R., Tirrell, M.V., Barton, J.K., Barteau, M.A., Bertozzi, C.R., Brown, R.A., Gast, A.P., Grossmann, I.E., Meyer, J.M., Murray, R.W., Reider, P.J., Roush, W.R., Shuler, M.L., Siirola, J.J., Whitesides, G.M., Wolnyes, P.G. and Zare,R.N.
"Beyond the Molecular Frontier: Challenges for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering,"

National Research Academies Press, Washington (2003).
 
Bringas, E., R. Karuppiah, M.F. San Román, I. Ortiz, I.E. Grossmann
“Optimal Wastewater Treatment Network Design using Emulsion Pertraction Technology for Valorization of Anionic Pollutants”
Submitted for publication (2006).
 
Caballero, J.A., I.E. Grossmann, M. Keyvani and E.S. Lenz
“Design of Hybrid Distillation-Vapor Membrane Separation Systems”
accepted for publication Ind.Eng.Chem. Res. (2009).
 
Caballero, J.A. and I.E. Grossman
“An Algorithm for the Use of Surrogate Models in Modular Flowsheet Optimization”
submitted for publication (2007).
 
Caballero, J.A., A. Odjo and I.E. Grossmann
“Flowsheet optimization with implicit models and complex cost and size functions using Chemical Process Simulators”
Submitted for publication (2006).
 
Caballero, J.A. and I.E. Grossmann
“Structural considerations and modeling in the synthesis of heat integrated – thermally coupled distillation sequences”
Submitted for publication (2006).
 
Castro, P.M., I. Harjunkoski and I.E. Grossmann
“Optimal Scheduling of Continuous Plants with Energy Constraints”
submitted for publication (2009)
 
Castro, P.M., I. Harjunkoski and I.E. Grossmann
“Greedy Algorithm for Scheduling Batch Plants with Sequence-Dependent Changeovers”
submitted for publication (2009)
 
Castro, P.M., I. Harjunkoski and I.E. Grossmann
“New Continuous-Time Scheduling Formulation for Continuous Plants under Variable Electricity Cost”
submitted for publication (2008)
 
Castro, P., M. Erdirik-Dogan and I.E. Grossmann
"Simultaneous Batching and Scheduling of Single Stage Batch Plants"
submitted for publication
 
Castro, P.M. and I. E. Grossmann and Augusto Q. Novais
"A New Continuous-Time Formulation for the Scheduling of Single Stage Batch
Plants with Sequence Dependent Changeovers. Proceedings of CHISA 2006"

Editor: Jan Novosad, Process Engineering Publisher, Czech Republic, 905
 
Castro,P.M., I.E. Grossmann and Augusto Q. Novais
"Two New Continuous-time Models for the Scheduling of Multistage Batch Plants with Sequence Dependent Changeovers"
submitted for publication (2006).
 
Castro, P. and I.E. Grossmann
"A New Continuous-time MILP Model for the Short-Term Scheduling of Multi Stage Batch Plants"
Submitted for publication (2005)
 
Castro P.M., I.E. Grossmann
"An Efficient MILP Model for the Short-Term Scheduling of Single Stage Batch Plants"
 
Castro, P., C. Méndez, I.E. Grossmann, I. Harjunkoski and M. Fahl
“Efficient MILP-based solution strategies for large-scale industrial batch scheduling problems”
Submitted for publication
 
Erdirik-Dogan, M., I.E. Grossmann and J. Wassick
“Short-Term Scheduling of Batch Plants with Parallel Reactors Forming Mobile Work Groups,”
submitted for publication (2007).
 
Erdirik-Dogan, M. and I.E. Grossmann
“Planning Models for Parallel Batch Reactors with Sequence-dependent Changeovers”
AIChE J., in press (2007)
 
Erdirik-Dogan, M. and I.E. Grossmann
“Simultaneous Planning and Scheduling of Single-Stage Multiproduct Continuous Plants with Parallel Lines”
Computers & Chemical Engineering, in press (2007)
 
Erdirik-Dogan, M. and I.E. Grossmann
“A slot-based formulation for the short-term scheduling of multi-stage, multi-product batch plants with resource constraints and sequence-dependent changeovers”
submitted for publication (2007)
 
Erdirik, M. and I.E. Grossmann,
“A Decomposition Method for the Simultaneous Planning and Scheduling of Single Stage Continuous Multiproduct Plants,”
submitted for publication
 
Flores-Tlacuahuac, A. and I.E. Grossmann
“Simultaneous Scheduling and Control of Multiproduct Continuous Parallel Lines”
Submitted for publication (2010)
 
Flores-Tlacuahuac, A. and I.E. Grossmann
“Simultaneous Cyclic Scheduling and Control of a Multiproduct CSTR Reactor”
Submitted for publication (2005)
 
Ghosh, S., I.E. Grossmann, M.M. Ataai, and M.M. Domach
“A Three-Level Problem-Centric Strategy for Selecting NMR Precursors and Analytes”
submitted for publication (2006)
 
Goel,V. and Grossmann, I. E.
"A Lagrangean Duality based Branch and Bound for Solving Linear Stochastic Programs with Decision Dependent Uncertainty"
submitted for publication (2004)
 
Goel, V. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A Class of Stochastic Programs with Decision Dependent Uncertainty"
,

submitted for publication (2004)
 
Goel, V. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A Stochastic Programming Approach to Planning of Offshore Gas Field Developments under Uncertainty in Reserves"
 
Goel, V., Grossmann, I.E., A.S. El-Bakry and Mulkay, E.L
"A novel branch and bound algorithm for optimal development of gas fields under uncertainty in reserves"
 
Grossmann, I.E. and G. Guillen-Gosalbez
“Scope for the Application of Mathematical Programming Techniques in the Synthesis and Planning of Sustainable Processes”
Proceedings of FOCAPD-2009 (Eds. M. El-Halwagi and A. Linninger), pp.55-76, Francis Taylor (2009).
 
Grossmann, I.E. and J.P Ruiz
“Generalized Disjunctive Programming: A Framework for Formulation and Alternative Algorithms for MINLP Optimization”
submitted for publication (2009).
 
Grossmann, I.E.
"Enterprise-wide Optimization: A New Frontier in Process Systems Engineering"
 
Grossmann, I.E.
"Advances in Logic-Based Optimization Approaches to Process Integration and Supply Chain Management"
to appear in Advances in Chemical Engineering (eds. M.A. Galan and E. Del Valle) (2004)
 
Grossmann I.E, Aguirre, P.A. and Barttfeld, M.
"Optimal Synthesis of Complex
Distillation ColumnsUsing Rigorous Models"
 
Grossmann, I.E. and Biegler, L.T.
"Part II: Future Perspective on Optimization"
.
Submitted for publication (2002).
 
Grossmann, I.E.
"Challenges in the New Millennium: Product Discovery and Design, Enterprise and Supply Chain Optimization, Global Life Cycle Assessment"
.
To appear in Proceedings of PSE2003 (2003).
 
Grossmann, I.E., van den Heever, S.A. and Harjunkoski, I.
"Discrete Optimization Methods and their Role in the Integration of Planning and Scheduling"

Proceedings of CPC-6, Tucson (2001).
 
Grossmann, I.E. and Lee, S.
"Generalized Convex Disjunctive Programming: Nonlinear Convex Hull Relaxation"
 
Grossmann, I.E.
"Review of Non-Linear Mixed Integer and Disjunctive Programming Techiques for Process Systems Engineering"

June 2001/Rev. April 2002.
 
Grossmann, I.E. and Westerberg, A.W.
"Research Challenges in Process Systems Engineering."
,

AICHE J., 46 (9), 1700-1703 (2000)
 
Grossmann, I.E., Caballero, J.C., and Yeomans, H.
"Advances in Mathematical Programming for Automated Design, Integration and Operation of Chemical Processes",

Proceedings of the International Conference on Process Integration (PI'99) ,Copenhagen, Denmark, (1999).
 
Guillen-Gosalbez, G., F.D. Mele and I.E. Grossmann
“A Bi-criterion Optimization Approach for the Design and Planning of Hydrogen Supply Chains for Vehicle Use”
to appear in AIChE J. (2008)
 
Guillen-Gosalbeza, G. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Optimal design and planning of sustainable chemical supply chains under uncertainty",

submitted for publication (2008).
 
Guillen-Gosalbeza, G. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A global optimization strategy for the environmentally conscious design of chemical supply chains under uncertainty",

submitted for publication (2008).
 
Harjunkoski, I. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A Decomposition Approach for the Scheduling of a Steel Plant Production"
,

to appear in Computers & Chemical Engineering (2001)
 
Harjunkoski, I. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Decomposition Techniques for Multistage Scheduling Problems Using Mixed-Integer and Constraint Programming Methods"
,

to appear in Computers and Chemical Engineering (2002).
 
van den Heever, S.A. and Grossmann, I.E.
"An Iterative Aggregation/Disaggregation Approach for the Solution of a Mixed Integer Nonlinear Oilfield Infrastructure Planning Model"
,

August 1999.
 
van den Heever, S.A. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Disjunctive Multiperiod Optimization Models
for Process Networks
,"

FOCAPO Conference Procedings, July 1998.
 
Jackson, J.R., Hofmann, J., Wassick, J. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A Nonlinear Multiperiod Process Optimization Model for Production Planning in Multi-Plant Facilities,"

submitted for publication.
 
Jackson, J.R. and Grossmann, I.E
"High Level Optimization Model for the Retrofit Planning of Process Networks"

to appear in I&EC Research, 2001.
 
Jain, V. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Algorithms for Hybrid MILP/CP Models for a Class of Optimization Problems
",

INFORMS Journal on Computing, 13, 258-276 (2001)
 
Kamath, R.S., I.E. Grossmann and L.T. Biegler
“Aggregate Models based on Improved Group Methods for Simulation and Optimization of Distillation Systems”
submitted for publication (2009).
 
Karuppiah, R., M. Martin, and I. E. Grossmann
“A Simple Heuristic for Reducing the Number of Scenarios in Two-stage Stochastic Programming”
submitted for publication (2009)
 
Karuppiah, R. K.C. Furman and I.E. Grossmann
“Global Optimization for Scheduling Refinery Crude Oil Operations,”
to appear in Computers & Chemical Engineering (2007).
 
Karuppiah, R., A. Peschel, M. Martín, I.E.. Grossmann , W. Martinson, L. Zullo
“Energy Optimization for the Design of Corn-based Ethanol Plants”
submitted for publication (2007)
 
Karuppiah, R. and I.E. Grossmann
“Global Optimization of Multiscenario Mixed Integer Nonlinear Programming Models arising in the Synthesis of Integrated Water Networks under Uncertainty”
submitted for publication (2006)
 
Karuppiah, R. and I.E. Grossmann
“A Lagrangean based Branch-and-Cut algorithm for global optimization of nonconvex Mixed-Integer Nonlinear Programs with decomposable structures”
submitted for publication (2006)
 
Karuppiah, R. and I.E. Grossmann
"Global Optimization for the Synthesis Of Integrated Water Systems in Chemical Processes"
 
Karuppiah, R. and I.E. Grossmann
“Global Optimization of Multiscenario Mixed Integer Nonlinear Programming Models Arising in the Synthesis of Integrated Water Networks under Uncertainty”
Submitted for publication
 
Lee, S., Logsdon, J.S., Foral, M.J. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Superstructure Optimization of the Olefin Separation Process"

to be presented at ESCAPE-13, Finland (2003).
 
Lee, S. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Logic-based Modeling and Solution of Nonlinear Discrete/Continuous Optimization Problems"
 
Lee, S. and Grossmann, I.E.
"New Algorithms for Nonlinear Generalized Disjunctive Programming"

Computers and Chemical Engineering Journal, 1999.
 
Lee, S. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A Global Optimization Algorithm for Nonconvex Generalized Disjunctive Programming and Applications to Process Systems"
 
Lima, R.M. and Grossmann,I.E.
"Long-term scheduling of a single-stage multi-product continuous process to manufacture high performance glass"

to appear in AIChE J. (2009).
 
Lima, R.M. and Grossmann,I.E.
"Optimal synthesis of p-xylene separation processes based on crystallization technology"

to appear in AIChE J. (2008).
 
Maravelias, C.T. and Grossmann, I.E.
On the Relation of Continuous and Discrete Time Models for the State-Task Network Formulation
submitted for publication (2004)
 
Maravelias, C.T. and Grossmann, I.E.,
"Minimization of Makespan with Discrete-Time State-Task Network Formulation"
,
submitted for publication.
 
Maravelias, C.T. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A Hybrid MILP/CP Decomposition Approach for the Continuous Time Scheduling of Multipurpose Batch Plants,"

submitted for publication (2003).
 
Maravelias, C.T. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A New General Continuous-Time State Task Network Formulation for Short-Term Scheduling of Multipurpose Batch Plants,"
to appear in Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research (2003).
 
Maravelias, C.T. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A General Continuous-Time State Task Network Formulation for Short Term, Scheduling of Multipurpose Batch Plants with Due Dates,"

submitted for publication (2002)
 
Maravelias, C.T. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Optimal Resource Investment and Scheduling of Tests for New Product Development",

Submitted for Publication (2003)
 
Maravelias, C.T. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Simultaneous Planning for New Product Development and Batch Manufacturing Facilities"
,

accepted for publication in I&ECR (2001)
 
Méndez, C.A., J. Cerdá, I.E. Grossmann, I.Harjunkoski, and M. Fahl
"STATE-OF-THE-ART REVIEW OF OPTIMIZATION METHODS FOR SHORT-TERM SCHEDULING OF BATCH PROCESSES"
 
Mendez, C.A., I.E. Grossmann, I. Harjunkoski and P. Kabore
"A Simultaneous Optimization Approach for Off-line Blending and Scheduling of Oil-refinery Operations"
submitted for publication (2004)
 
Mendez, C.A., J. Myers, S. Roberts, J. Logsdon, A. Vaia, and I. E. Grossmann
"MINLP Model for Synthesis of Paraxylene Separation Processes Based on Crystallization Technology"
submitted for publication (2004)
 
Mouret, S., I.E. Grossmann and P. Pestiaux
“Time Representations and Mathematical Models for Process Scheduling Problems”
submitted for publication (2010)
 
Mouret, S., I.E. Grossmann and P. Pestiaux
“A Novel Priority-Slot Based Continuous-Time Formulation for Crude-Oil Scheduling Problems”
submitted for publication (2008)
 
Park, M., S. Park, F.D. Melle and I.E. Grossmann,
"Modeling of Purchase and Sales Contracts in Supply Chain Optimization,"
submitted for publication (2005).
 
Ponce-Ortega, J.M., A. Jiménez-Gutiérrez and Ignacio E. Grossmann
"Optimal Synthesis of Heat Exchanger Networks Involving Isothermal Process Streams"
submitted for publication (2007).
 
Rocha, R., I.E. Grossmann and M, V. S. Poggi de Aragão
“Cascading Knapsack Inequalities: Hidden Structure in some Inventory-Production-Distribution problems”
submitted for publication (2009).
 
Rocha, R., I.E. Grossmann and Marcus V. S. Poggi de Aragão
“Petroleum Allocation at Petrobras: Mathematical Model and A Solution Algorithm”
Submitted for publicatioin (2008)
 
Ruiz, J.P. and I.E. Grossmann
“Strengthening of Lower Bounds in the Global Optimization of Bilinear and Concave Generalized Disjunctive Programs”
submitted for publication (2009).
 
Sawaya, N. and I.E. Grossmann
“Reformulations, Relaxations and Cutting Planes for Linear Generalized Disjunctive Programming”
submitted for publication (2008)
 
Sawaya, N.W. and I.E. Grossmann
"Computational Implementation of Non-Linear Convex Hull Reformulation"
Submitted for publication (2005)
 
Sawaya, N.W. and Grossmann, I.E.
"A Cutting Plane Method for Solving Linear Generalized Disjunctive Programming Problems"
,

submitted for publication
 
Tarhan, B., I.E. Grossmann and V. Goel
“Computational Strategies for Non-convex Multistage MINLP Models with Decision-Dependent Uncertainty and Gradual Uncertainty Resolution”
submitted for publication (2009).
 
Tarhan, B., V. Goel and I.E. Grossmann
“A Multistage Stochastic Programming Approach for the Planning of Offshore Oil or Gas Field Infrastructure Under Decision Dependent Uncertainty”
to appear in Ind.Eng.Chem. Res. (2008)
 
Tarhan, B. and I.E. Grossmann
“A Multistage Stochastic Programming Approach with Strategies for Uncertainty Reduction in the Synthesis of Process Networks with Uncertain Yields”
submitted for publication (2006)
 
Terrazas-Moreno, S., A. Flores-Tlacuahuac and I.E. Grossmann
“Simultaneous Design, Scheduling, and Optimal Control of a Methyl-Methacrylate Continuous Polymerization Reactor,”
submitted for publication.
 
Terrazas-Moreno,S., A. Flores-Tlacuahuac and I.E. Grossmann
“A Lagrangean Heuristic Approach for the Simultaneous Cyclic Scheduling and Optimal Control of Multi-Grade Polymerization Reactors”
submitted for publication (2006)
 
Terrazas-Moreno, S., A. Flores-Tlacuahuac and I.E. Grossmann
“Simultaneous Cyclic Scheduling and Optimal Control of Multi-Grade Polymerization Reactors”
submitted for publication (2006)
 
Vecchietti, A. and Grossmann, I.E
"Computational Experience with LOGMIP Solving Linear and Nonli near Disjunctive Programming Problems"
 
Vecchietti, A., Lee, S., and Grossmann, I.E
"Modeling of Discrete/Continuous Optimization Problems: Characterization
and Formulation of Disjunctions and their Relaxations"
 
Yeomans, H. and Grossmann, I.E.
"Synthesis of Optimal Distillation Sequences for the Separation of Zeotropic Mixtures using Tray-by-tray Models",

to appear in Proceedings of 5th. International Conference on Foundations of Computer Aided Design, Breckenridge, CO, (1999).
 
You, F. and I.E. Grossmann
“Balancing Responsiveness and Economics in Process Supply Chain Design with Multi-Echelon Stochastic Inventory”
accepted for publication, Computers and Chemical Engineering (2009).
 
You, F. and I.E. Grossmann
“Stochastic Inventory Management for Tactical Process Planning under Uncertainties: MINLP Models and Algorithms”
accepted for publication, Computers and Chemical Engineering (2009).
 
You, F., P.M. Castro ands I.E. Grossmann
“Dinkelbach’s Algorithm as an Efficient Method for Solving a Class of MINLP Models for Large-Scale Cyclic Scheduling Problems”
accepted for publication, Computers and Chemical Engineering (2009).
 
You, F. and I.E. Grossmann
“Integrated Multi-Echelon Supply Chain Design with Inventories under Uncertainty: MINLP Models and Computational Strategies”
submitted for publication (2008)
 
You, F. and I.E. Grossmann
“Design of Responsive Process Supply Chains under Demand Uncertainty,”
submitted for publication (2007).
 
You,F. and I.E. Grossmann
"Optimal Design and Operational Planning of Responsive Process Supply Chains"
to appear in Papageorgiou, L. and Georgiadis, M. (eds.) Supply Chain Optimization
 
You,F. and I.E. Grossmann
"Mixed-Integer Nonlinear Programming Models and Algorithms for Large-Scale Supply Chain Design with Stochastic Inventory Management"
to appear in I&EC Res. (2008).
 
You,F., Wassick, J.M., and I.E. Grossmann
"Risk Management for a Global Supply Chain Planning under Uncertainty: Models and Algorithms"
submitted for publication (2008).
 
 
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