The field of heuristics within the area of optimization has become extremely important as researchers and practitioners attempt to solve larger and more complex problems. With the integration of artificial intelligence principles in the area of optimization the field of heuristics has experienced a ...

The field of heuristics within the area of optimization has become extremely important as researchers and practitioners attempt to solve larger and more complex problems. With the integration of artificial intelligence principles in the area of optimization the field of heuristics has experienced a rapid growth. The Journal of Heuristics considers the importance of theoretical empirical and experimental work related to the development of heuristics providing a forum for advancing the state-of-the-art in the theory and practical application of techniques for solving problems approximately that cannot be solved exactly. The journal fosters the development understanding and practical use of heuristic solution techniques for solving business engineering and societal problems. The following areas are of interest to the journal: Practical Applications showing the benefits achieved by the particular application (i.e. reduced costs increased profits etc.). These papers can deal with new applic