George B. Dantzig: a legendary life in mathematical programming

  • Authors:
  • Richard W. Cottle

  • Affiliations:
  • Dept. of Management Sciences and Engineering, Terman Engineering Center, Stanford University, 94305-4026, Stanford, CA, USA

  • Venue:
  • Mathematical Programming: Series A and B
  • Year:
  • 2006

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Abstract

Mathematical programming owes much to George B. Dantzig who passed away on May 13, 2005 at the age of 90. This article is a tribute to this legendary pioneer and a very brief review of his extensive and enduring contributions to our field.