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It is my pleasure to let you know that the 29<sup>th</sup> International Conference on Production Research will be held on July 4-8, 2027, in Busan, South Korea, continuing the traditions of the oldest conference focused on production research and organized
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The 29th International Conference on Production Research aims to provide a platform for the exchange of ideas on the latest advancements in production research among researchers and practitioners from academia and industry. The conference seeks to create opportunities
for collaboration among participants, fostering networking and joint efforts to advance both the theory and practice of production research. Moreover, it aims to identify key trends and innovations in areas such as sustainable manufacturing, production planning,
healthcare, machine learning, and supply chain optimization. The ICPR conferences have consistently attracted participants from around the globe, contributing to their continued success.</div>
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The deadline for submission of abstracts and full papers is February 15, 2027. For more details, see the attached CFP, or visit
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