Biography
Nikolaj Van Omme holds an MSc in pure mathematics, an MSc in theoretical computer science, and a PhD in applied mathematics and industrial engineering. For over 25 years, he has been solving complex industrial problems for small, medium, and large companies (Google, Jupiter Networks). In 2017, he co-founded Funartech, a Montreal-based startup specializing in innovative industrial solutions that combine machine learning and operations research (applied mathematics). This entrepreneurial venture allows him to work on important issues such as climate change or on a hybrid approach between machine learning and operations research that could lead to true intelligence.
