Selected Journal Papers

1. Bahrami, A., &   Ghousi, R.(2026). Association rule mining for clinical decision support in a cardiac surgery intensive care unit using the Apriori algorithm. Discover Artificial Intelligence, 6(1), 1-15. https://doi.org/10.1007/s44163-026-01540-5

2. Eslami, Z.,   Ghousi, R., & Ghanbari, H. (2025). A Data-Driven Framework for Railroad Accident Analysis Based on the CRISP-DM and Association Rule Mining: Empirical Evidence from the Federal Railroad Administration (2020–2024). Results in Engineering, 25, Article 106825. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2025.106825

3. Hosseini, S. M., Saidi-Mehrabad, M.,   Ghousi, R., Makoui, A., & Paydar, M. M. (2025). Designing a Mathematical Model for Sustainable Industrial Tourism Supply Chain Considering Responsiveness: A Case Study. Journal of Industrial Management Perspective, 15(4), 116-142. https://doi.org/10.48308/jimp.15.4.116

4. Ashkivar, A., &   Ghousi, R.(2025). Machine Learning based Credit Card Fraud Detection using Binary Dragonfly Algorithm. Annals of Optimization with Applications, 1(3), 153-166. https://doi.org/10.48314/anowa.v1i3.47

5. Shabani, M., Khodarahmi, A.,   Ghousi, R., Mohammadi, E., & Ghanbari, H. (2025). An appraisal of fund of funds efficiency based on risk-adjusted performance measures: Application of an augmented WASPAS methodology. PLoS ONE, 20(7), e0314918. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0314918

6. Salehi, A., Alimohammadi, M., Khedmati, M., &   Ghousi, R. (2025). Spatial-temporal dynamics in country-level sustainable energy performance using ensemble learning and Analytic hierarchy process. Journal of Cleaner Production, 508, Article 145497. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2025.145497 

7. Bahrami, A., Rakhshaninejad, M.,   Ghousi, R., & Atashi, A. (2025). Enhancing machine learning performance in cardiac surgery ICU: Hyperparameter optimization with metaheuristic algorithm. PLoS ONE, 20(2), e0311250.  https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0311250

8.  Chegini, A., Dehghan, A., &   Ghousi, R. (2025). Knowledge discovery for anthropometric measures using data mining techniques. International Journal of Data Mining, Modelling and Management, 17(4), 406-432. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJDMMM.2025.150988

9. Shabani, M.,   Ghousi, R., & Mohammadi, E. (2025). Exploring the evolution of scientific publication on portfolio optimization in the light of artificial intelligence: A bibliometric study. Accounting, 11(1), 71-90. https://doi.org/10.5267/j.ac.2024.10.002

10.    Dehghani Sadrabadi, M. H., Makui, A.,   Ghousi, R., & Jabbarzadeh, A. (2024). An integrated optimization model for planning supply chains' resilience and business continuity under interrelated disruptions: a case study. Kybernetes, 53(12), 5801-5842. https://doi.org/10.1108/K-04-2023-0547

11.    Shabani, M., Ghanbari, H.,   Ghousi, R., & Mohammadi, E. (2024). A Novel Approach for Naive Diversification: An Application of Multiple Risk Measures to Enhance 1/N Portfolio Performance. International Journal of Management, Accounting & Economics, 11(12), 1102-1124. https://dx.doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13321037

12.    Tajik, M., Tosarkani, B. M., Makui, A., &   Ghousi, R.(2024). A novel two-stage dynamic pricing model for logistics planning using an exploration–exploitation framework: A multi-armed bandit problem. Expert Systems with Applications, 246, Article 123060. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eswa.2023.123060

13.    Bahrami, A.,   Ghousi, R., Atashi, A., & Barzinpour, F. (2024). Presenting a Two-Stage Hybrid Model for allocating advanced Ventilators using Machine Learning methods: a case study. IEEE Access, 12, 151317-151330. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3418584

14.    Maniyan, S.,   Ghousi, R., & Haeri, A. (2024). Data mining-based decision support system for educational decision makers: Extracting rules to enhance academic efficiency. Computers and Education: Artificial Intelligence, 6, Article 100242. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.caeai.2024.100242

15.    Dehghani Sadrabadi, M. H., Makui, A.,   Ghousi, R., & Jabbarzadeh, A. (2024). Designing a green-resilient closed-loop supply chain to preserve business continuity under interrelated disruptions (a case study of the automotive battery industry). Computers & Chemical Engineering, 185, Article 108675. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compchemeng.2024.108675

16.    Sabripoor, A.,   Ghousi, R., Najafi, M., Barzinpour, F., & Makuei, A. (2024). Risk assessment of organ transplant operation: A fuzzy hybrid MCDM approach based on fuzzy FMEA. PLoS ONE, 19(5), e0299655. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0299655

17.    Dehghani Sadrabadi, M. H., Makui, A.,   Ghousi, R., & Jabbarzadeh, A. (2024). Optimal pricing strategy in the closed-loop supply chain using game theory under government subsidy scenario: a case study. Journal of Energy Storage, 87, Article 111423. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2024.111423

18.    Zare Zade, R.,   Ghousi, R., Mohammadi, E., & Ghanbari, H. (2024). Portfolio optimization for insurance companies under different scenarios (A case study of Tehran stock exchange). Iranian Journal of Insurance Research, 13(3), 241-254. https://doi.org/10.22056/ijir.2024.03.04

19.    Zarezade, R.,   Ghousi, R., Mohammadi, E., & Ghanbari, H. (2024). Chance-constrained programming for Cryptocurrency portfolio optimization using Conditional Drawdown at Risk. Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 16(2), 130-153.

20.    Arasteh, K.,   Ghousi, R., & Makui, A. (2024). A Review of Articles on the Location of Humanitarian Logistics Facilities. Journal of Industrial Management Perspective, 14(1), 57-90. https://doi.org/10.48308/jimp.14.1.57

21.    Jafari-Nodoushan, A., Sadrabadi, M. H. D., Nili, M., Makui, A., &   Ghousi, R.(2024). Designing a sustainable disruption-oriented supply chain under joint pricing and resiliency considerations: a case study. Computers & Chemical Engineering, 180, Article 108481. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compchemeng.2023.108481

22.    Chegini, A.,     Ghousi, R., & Naeini, H. S. (2023). Assessment of isometric muscle exertion in short-term considering task-rest schedule. Scientia Iranica. Transaction E, Industrial Engineering, 30(6), 2171-2182. https://doi.org/10.24200/sci.2021.55731.4377

23.    Samadpour, E.,   Ghousi, R., & Makui, A. (2023). Home health care routing and scheduling problem with different groups of patients and health workers. Kybernetes, 52(9), 3811-3833. https://doi.org/10.1108/K-08-2021-0715

24.    Ghavidel, A.,   Ghousi, R., & Atashi, A. (2023). An ensemble data mining approach to discover medical patterns and provide a system to predict the mortality in the ICU of cardiac surgery based on stacking machine learning method. Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering: Imaging & Visualization, 11(4), 1125-1138. https://doi.org/10.1080/21681163.2022.2063189

25.    Ghousi, R., Khanzadi, M., & Esfahani, M. M. (2023). Human reliability analysis in deep excavation projects using a fuzzy Bayesian HEART-5M integrated method: case of a residential tower in north Tehran. International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, 29(3), 1182-1195. https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2022.2115227

26.    Saidi-Mehrabad, M., Saeedi, F., Rezaei, D., &   Ghousi, R.(2023). Developing an organizational performance evaluation model using grounded theory methodology and ARAS method. Scientia Iranica, 30(4), 1420-1435. https://doi.org/10.24200/sci.2023.60516.6843

27.    Atashgah, K. M.,   Ghousi, R., Abbasi, A. M., & Nasrabadi, A. T. (2023). A Development model for identifying the uncertainty sources and their impacts on bridge construction projects. The Baltic Journal of Road and Bridge Engineering, 18(1), 140-166. https://doi.org/10.7250/bjrbe.2023-18.592

28.    Omran, M. M.,   Ghousi, R., & Kadkhodaei, A. (2023). Sustainable model of port-hinterland freight distribution network considering uncertainty: A case study of Iran. Scientia Iranica, 30(2), 784-802. https://doi.org/10.24200/sci.2021.55884.4447

29.    Saeedi, F., Rezaei, D., Ghousi, R., & Saidi-Mehrabad, M. (2023). Designing a Process-oriented Performance Reference Model (PPRM) for a Banking IT Organization. Journal of Executive Management, 14(28), 379-407. https://doi.org/10.22080/jem.2022.19836.3334

30.    Samadpour, E., Ghousi, R.,  Makoui, A., & Heydari, M. (2023). Transport system planning for medication distribution at patients' homes. Journal of Transportation Research, 20(4), 221-230. https://doi.org/10.22034/tri.2022.315534.2983

31.    Sabripoor, A., Amirsahami, A., &   Ghousi, R. (2023). Credibility based chance constrained programming for parallel machine scheduling under linear deterioration and learning effects with considering setup times dependent on past sequence. Journal of Project Management, 8(3), 165-178. 10.5267/j.jpm.2023.3.001

32.    Ghanbari, H., Safari, M.,   Ghousi, R., Mohammadi, E., & Nakharutai, N. (2023). Bibliometric analysis of risk measures for portfolio optimization. Accounting, 9(2), 95-108. https://doi.org/10.5267/j.ac.2022.12.003

33.    Jafari Doudaran, A.,   Ghousi, R., Makui, A., & Jafari, M. (2022). Designing a model for measuring the critical risk of human resources in the capital market based on fuzzy FMEA method and Pareto principle. Journal of Investment Knowledge, 11(44), 23-50.  

34.    Atashgah, K. M.,   Ghousi, R., Abbasi, A. M., & Nasrabadi, A. T. (2022). Developing a model for time-cost trade-off optimization problem considering overdraft issue in uncertain environments. Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 14(3), 259-279. https://dor.isc.ac/dor/20.1001.1.17358272.2022.14.3.12.1

35.    Masoumi, A. H.,   Ghousi, R., & Makui, A. (2022). Prostate Segmentation and Lesions Classification in CT Images Using Mask R-CNN. International Journal of Industrial Engineering, 33(3), 1-16.

36.    Larimi, N. G., Azhdari, A.,   Ghousi, R., & Du, B. (2022). Integrating GIS in reorganizing blood supply network in a robust-stochastic approach by combating disruption damages. Socio-Economic Planning Sciences, 82, Article 101250. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seps.2022.101250

37.    Samadpour, E.,   Ghousi, R., Makui, A., & Heydari, M. (2022). Routing and scheduling for a home health care problem considering health workers' skills. Journal of Applied Research on Industrial Engineering, 9(3), 249-263. https://doi.org/10.22105/jarie.2022.314240.1397

38.    Safari, M.,   Ghousi, R., Masumi, A. H., & Naeini, H. (2022). A review of sports data analytics field: A bibliometric and network analysis of the articles published from 1997 to 2020. Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 14(2), 136-158. https://dor.isc.ac/dor/20.1001.1.17358272.2022.14.2.6.3

39.    Esmaeili, P., Makui, A., SM Seyedhosseini., &   Ghousi, R. (2022). The effect of probabilistic incentives to promote cooperation during the pandemics using simulation of multi-agent evolutionary game. International Journal of Industrial Engineering Computations, 13(3), 319-328. https://doi.org/10.5267/j.ijiec.2022.3.001

40.      Ghousi, R., Ebrahimi, F., Makui, A., & Naeini, H. S. (2022). A Hybrid Approach for Analyzing Human Reliability (Case: An Industrial Sector in Tehran). International Journal of Occupational Hygiene, 14(2), 138-149.

41.    Bakhshizadeh, E., Aliasghari, H., Noorossana, R., &   Ghousi, R.(2022). Customer Clustering Based on Factors of Customer Lifetime Value with Data Mining Technique. International Journal of Industrial Engineering & Production Research, 33(1), 1-14.  

42.    Farazmand, M., Pishvaee, M. S., Ghannadpour, S. F., &   Ghousi, R.(2022). Green dynamic multimodal logistics network design problem considering financing decisions: a case study of cement logistics. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 29(3), 4232-4245. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-021-15867-2

43.    Masoumi, A. H.,   Ghousi, R., Vazifehdoost, M., & Araghi Niknam, F. (2021). A quantitative scoring system to compare the degree of COVID-19 infection in patients’ lungs during the three peaks of the pandemic in Iran. Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 13(3), 61-69. https://dor.isc.ac/dor/20.1001.1.17358272.2021.13.3.4.6

44.    Makui, A., Ghousi, R., & Asadi, Z. (2021). A review of competitive facility location. Journal of Industrial Engineering Research in Production Systems, 8(17), 227-273.  

45.    Araghi, N. F.,   Ghousi, R., Masoumi, A. H., Atashi, A., & Makui, A. (2021). Hybrid medical data mining model for identifying tumor severity in breast cancer diagnosis. Advances in Industrial Engineering, 55(2), 145-162. https://doi.org/10.22059/jieng.2021.326775.1789

46.      Ghousi, R., Masoumi, A. H., & Makui, A. (2021). Prediction of Accident Occurrence Possibility by Fuzzy Rule-Based and Multi-Variable Regression (Case Study: Lift Trucks). Advances in Industrial Engineering, 55(2), 110-128. https://doi.org/10.22059/jieng.2021.328736.1797

47.    Dehghani Sadrabadi, M. H.,   Ghousi, R., & Makui, A. (2021). Designing a disruption-aware supply chain network considering precautionary and contingency strategies: a real-life case study. RAIRO - Operations Research, 55(5), 2827-2860. https://doi.org/10.1051/ro/2021123

48.    Doudaran, A. J., Ghousi, R., Makui, A., & Jafari, M. (2021). Development of a method to measure the quality of working life using the improved metaheuristic grasshopper optimization algorithm. Mathematical Problems in Engineering, 2021, Article 1784232. https://doi.org/10.1155/2021/1784232

49.    Bagherighadikolaei, S.,   Ghousi, R., & Haeri, A. (2020). A Data Mining approach for forecasting failure root causes: A case study in an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) manufacturing company. Journal of Optimization in Industrial Engineering, 13(2), 101-114.  

50.    Khoshabi, P., Nejati, E., Ahmadi, S. F., Chegini, A., Makui, A., &   Ghousi, R. (2020). Developing a Multi-Criteria Decision Making approach to compare types of classroom furniture considering mismatches for anthropometric measures of university students. PLoS ONE, 15(9), e0239297. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0239297

51.      Ghousi, R., Kian, A. H. R., & Janinasab, M. (2020). Risk assessment of workshops at Iran university of science and technology using fuzzy FMEA. Occupational Hygiene and Health Promotion, 4(2), 85-98. http://dx.doi.org/10.18502/ohhp.v4i2.3991

52.    Ghorbani, R.,   Ghousi, R., Makui, A., & Atashi, A. (2020). A new hybrid predictive model to predict the early mortality risk in intensive care units on a highly imbalanced dataset. IEEE Access, 8, 141066-141079. 10.1109/ACCESS.2020.3013320

53.    Ghorbani, R., &   Ghousi, R. (2020). Comparing different resampling methods in predicting students’ performance using machine learning techniques. IEEE Access, 8, 67899-67911. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2020.2986809

54.    Farrokhi-Asl, H., Makui, A.,   Ghousi, R., & Rabbani, M. (2020). Developing a hazardous waste management system with consideration of health, safety, and environment. Computers & Electrical Engineering, 82, Article 106553. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compeleceng.2020.106553

55.    Jalali Sepehr, M., Haeri, A., &   Ghousi, R.(2019). Evaluation of the OECD countries’ healthcare system from the sustainable development perspective. International Journal of Industrial Engineering & Production Research, 30(4), 361-375. https://doi.org/10.22068/ijiepr.30.4.443

56.    Badami, A.,   Ghousi, R., & Saidi-Mehrabad, M. (2019). Using Data Mining Techniques in Providing Knowledge for Decision Support System (Case Study: Tehran Bus Transportation System). Journal of Transportation Engineering, 10(2), 297-310. https://dor.isc.ac/dor/20.1001.1.20086598.1397.10.2.6.1

57.    Poorang, H., Sadeghinaeini, H., &   Ghousi, R.(2019). Diagnosis and Ergonomic Design of Oxy Gas Welding Workstation by RULA Method. Case Study: Welding Workshops. Occupational Medicine, 11(1), 45-56. https://doi.org/10.18502/tkj.v11i1.1779

58.    Farrokhi-Asl, H., Makui, A.,   Ghousi, R., & Rabbani, M. (2019). Designing a sustainable integrated forward/reverse logistics network. Journal of Modelling in Management, 14(4), 896-921. https://doi.org/10.1108/JM2-09-2018-0136

59.    Mohammadpour Omran, M.,  Ghousi, R., & Taherkhani Kadkhodaei, A. (2019). A Model of Port-Hinterland Freight Network by Locating Distribution Centers (Case Study: Iran). Journal of Transportation Research, 16(3), 111-125. https://dor.isc.ac/dor/20.1001.1.17353459.1398.16.3.8.2

60.    Jalali Sepehr, M., Haeri, A., &   Ghousi, R. (2019). A cross-country evaluation of energy efficiency from the sustainable development perspective. International Journal of Energy Sector Management, 13(4), 991-1019. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJESM-03-2018-0005

61.    Chegini, A.,   Ghousi, R., & Naeini, H. S. (2019). Effect of the gender and personal characteristics impact on one-handed isometric push-pull exertions. International Journal of Occupational Hygiene, 11(2), 146-152.

62.    Ghorbani, R., &   Ghousi, R. (2019). Predictive data mining approaches in medical diagnosis: A review of some diseases prediction. International Journal of Data and Network Science, 3(1), 47-70. https://doi.org/10.5267/j.ijdns.2019.1.003

63.    Sepehr, M. J., Haeri, A., &   Ghousi, R. (2019). Evaluation of The OECD Countries’ Healthcare System in Terms of Sustainable Development. Journal of Health Administration, 22(75), 18-32. https://doi.org/10.22068/ijiepr.30.4.443

64.    Dehghani, S. M. H.,   Ghousi, R., & Makui, A. (2019). An enhanced robust possibilistic programming approach for forward distribution network design with the aim of establishing social justice: A real-world application. Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 12(4), 76-106.

65.    Corporate Safety / Khosrowabadi, A. M. N., &   Ghousi, R.(2019). Decision Support Approach on Occupational Safety Using Data Mining. International Journal of Industrial Engineering & Production Research, 30(2), 215-228. http://dx.doi.org/10.22068/ijiepr.30.2.149

66.    Ghorbani, R.,   Ghousi, R., & Makui, A. (2019). Location of compressed natural gas stations using multi-objective flow refueling location model in the two-way highways: A case study in Iran. Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 12(2), 95-112.

67.    Saidi-Mehrabad, M.,   Ghousi, R., & Emami, S. G. (2018). Evaluation of the performance of hospital rapid emergency department based on the lean principles. Health Information Management, 15(4), 162-167. https://doi.org/10.22122/him.v15i4.3554

68.      Ghousi, R., Khanzadi, M., & Atashgah, K. M. (2018). A flexible method of building construction safety risk assessment and investigating financial aspects of safety program. International Journal of Optimization in Civil Engineering, 8(3), 433-452.

69.    Makui, A.,   Ghousi, R., & Zhalefruzan, S. (2018). A multi objective model for maximizing immunogenicity level of vaccination while minimizing cost and extra-immunization. Journal of Mathematical Modeling, 6(2), 205-224. https://doi.org/10.22124/jmm.2018.7695.1102

70.    Emami, S. G., Saeedi Mehrabad, M., &   Ghousi, R. (2018). Developing Goodson’s model for rapid performance assessment of emergency department. Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 11(3), 23-36. https://dor.isc.ac/dor/20.1001.1.17358272.2018.11.3.2.6

71.      Ghousi, R.(2018). Decision support system design by using data mining tools (Case study: Cultural assistance of university of science and technology). Modiriat-e-Farda, 17(54), 163-176.

72.      Ghousi, R.(2018). Proposing a Rapid Plant Assessment Hybrid method using Data Envelopment Analysis for Municipalities Performance Evaluation (Case Study: Isfahan Municipality). Modiriat-e-Farda, 17(53), 209-224.

73.    Mohammadi, M. G.,   Ghousi, R., & Heydari, M. (2018). Using a foresight model to determine research priorities for industry managers. Iranian Journal of Engineering Education, 19(76), 143-159. https://doi.org/10.22047/ijee.2018.111109.1496

74.     Ghousi, R. (2018). Developing a Performance evaluation model based on the Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy process (FAHP) and the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) approach (Case Study: One of the Iranian food industry). Modiriat-e-Farda, 16(52), 223-238.

75.    Haeri, A., &   Ghousi, R. (2016). Using data envelopment analysis (DEA) to improve the sales performance in Iranian agricultural clusters by utilizing business networks and business development services. Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 9(3), 82-95.

76.    Esmaieeli Sikaroudi, A. M.,   Ghousi, R., & Sikaroudi, A. (2015). A data mining approach to employee turnover prediction (Case study: Arak automotive parts manufacturing). Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 8(4), 106-121.

77.      Ghousi, R.(2015). Applying a decision support system for accident analysis by using data mining approach: A case study on one of the Iranian manufactures. Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 8(3), 59-76. https://dor.isc.ac/dor/20.1001.1.17358272.2015.8.3.4.7

78.    Babayee, A., &   Ghousi, R.(2015). Proposing a model for performance evaluation of industrial plants by using Balanced Scorecard method. Journal of Industrial Management, 7(2), 185-198.

79.    Makui, A.,   Ghousi, R., Jahani, E., Hamidi, M. R., & Babaei, M. H. (2014). Total rapid assessment (TRA) a comprehensive method for rapid plant assessment. Applied Mathematics in Engineering, Management and Technology, 2(1), 301-316.

80.    Naeini, S. G. R. J., Makui, A., &   Ghousi, R. (2012). An approach for accident forecasting using fuzzy logic rules: A case mining of lift truck accident forecasting in one of the Iranian car manufacturers. International Journal of Industrial Engineering, 23(1), 53-64.

81.    Mehravaran, H., Zabani, S., Nabi Bidhendi, G. R.,   Ghousi, R., & Keshavarzi, S. H. (2011). Noise pollution evaluation method for identification of the critical zones in Tehran. International Journal of Environmental Research, 5(1), 233-240. https://doi.org/10.22059/ijer.2010.308

82.    Nasiri, P., Mehravaran, H., &   Ghousi, R.(2007). Equivalent sound level measurements and modeling (Leq): A case study in an automotive company. Journal of Environmental Science and Technology, 9(4), 47-56.

83.    Mehravaran, H., &   Ghousi, R. (2004). Modeling and measurement of equivalent noise level in Tehran and an overall survey on noise barrier. Journal of Iranian Society of Civil Engineers, 7(16), 24-30.