Dr. Wu Wan

PhD in Management Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China (USTC).
Three years of Ph.D. trajectory in the Department of Technology and Operations Management, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University.

Core Competencies: Simulation, optimization, digital twin development, data analysis, logistics, material handling, supply chain management.
Technical Skills: C#, Python, MATLAB, Mathematica, and optimization software such as CPLEX and Gurobi.
Soft Skills: Academic writing, problem solving & critical thinking, mentorship & teaching, leadership & collaboration.
Languages: English and Mandarin (written and spoken).

Major Accomplishments:
(1) Published paper in IISE Transactions, one of the top journals in the field of industrial and systems engineering, contributing to warehousing and material handling.
(2) Led the design and development of a Digital Twin for the TUAS Port, supporting the industry partner in enhancing port layout design, equipment configuration, and operational rules. Served as the key contributor to simulation modeling and implementation for a yard operations strategy study for TUAS Port.
Innovations/Improvements: Enhanced the Digital Twin to support the simulation of complex operational processes and intricate container flows, improving its modelling accuracy and optimization capabilities.

Training Completed: Discrete event simulation and digital twin development training.
Future Learning Goals: Machine learning
Mentorship Activities: Co-supervise NUS students on their final year projects, providing guidance in modelling, simulation, optimization and maritime logistics.