Scheduling is a field of study within operations research that focuses on allocating resources (such as time, equipment, and personnel) to tasks in the most efficient way possible. This involves determining the optimal sequence and timing of tasks to minimize completion time, costs, or other relevant metrics. Scheduling research aims to develop algorithms, models, and techniques to address various scheduling problems in manufacturing, project management, transportation, healthcare, and other industries. The goal is to improve productivity, resource utilization, and overall performance through effective scheduling strategies.