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Intractable problems in discussing OR practice at a scientific conference: Reflections on a panel discussion at EURO XIV

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  • Overmeer, Willem J. A. M.
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  • Overmeer, Willem J. A. M. & Corbett, Charles J. & Salomon, Marc, 1997. "Intractable problems in discussing OR practice at a scientific conference: Reflections on a panel discussion at EURO XIV," European Journal of Operational Research, Elsevier, vol. 99(1), pages 197-206, May.
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