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Algorithms for airlines: new math model saves money, improves service

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida-led research team has developed a new mathematical approach to airline scheduling that could lead to substantial savings for United Airlines, which helped sponsor the research, and eventually for other airlines as well.

Filed under Business, Engineering, Research, Technology on Monday, March 4, 2002.

Confidence Inches Up As Fla. Consumers Put Attacks Behind Them

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — People’s willingness to go on with their lives after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks helped consumer confidence continue its slow climb in January, its fourth straight month on the rise, University of Florida economists said Tuesday.

Filed under Business, Florida, Research on Tuesday, January 29, 2002.