In July of 2004, the Centre de recherches mathématiques (CRM) will host several different activities as part of a workshop on stochastic networks. Stochastic networks form a class of mathematical models that are finding increasing applicability as descriptions of communications networks (both wireline and wireless), computer systems, production/processing networks, supply chains, and call centres. With new applications come new model structures and new mathematical questions. The activities associated with this workshop are intended to both provide a state-of-the-art perspective on the mathematical issues related to stochastic networks and to offer participants the opportunity to advance the field through the informal discussions necessary for significant research interactions.

A small amount of financial support is likely to be available to assist a limited number of graduate students or new researchers with local expenses. If you wish to apply for such support, please send an email explaining your research interests and financial circumstances to: George Kesidis for the Economics of Communications Networks Workshop; Peter Glynn for the 2004 Stochastic Networks Conference; and Raj Srinivasan for the Call Centre Workshop.

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