OPT-ML is an innovative research and development company leveraging the power of mathematical optimization and machine learning to craft cutting-edge software solutions for novel applications.
Our mission is to finalize the R&D phase and develop prototypes ready for seamless productization by our valued business partners.
Research and Development
Our current research is principally focused on positively engaging and stimulating students in the process of discovering their Personality Traits (i.e., RIASEC, Realistic-Investigative-Artistic-Social-Enterprising-Conventional), hidden talents and learning interests, including Emotional Intelligence components (e.g., Self-awareness, Self-management, Motivation, Team Awareness, and Team Management). Optimization models are applied to these combined profiles to create customized learning paths and lesson plans. As an example, a regular or special services student with an artistic or a creative mind can be provided with learning content customized for the individual (i.e., a unique optimal path per student).
Additional research directions include indirect assessment of courses and the application of optimization tools to design structure matrices.
Current Projects
We have developed proof-of-concept prototypes by applying our optimization algorithms for a varied set of applications and worked with partners to carryout field trials. Our prototypes for cognitive learning include interest-aligned college degree planning, graphical aids for degree planning, career discovery via novel psychometric tests, optimized scheduling and indirect assessment of courses.
We also have a prototype for Design Structure Matrix (DSM, also known as Dependency and Structure Modelling) which can be used to understand, design, and optimize complex system architectures such as those of products, organizations, and processes.
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If you are interested in our research work or test marketing our proof-of-concept products, please contact us.