[EUROSIS-AD] MESM 2008, August 26-28, 2008, Philadelphia University, Amman, Jordan 1st CFP

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------------MESM 2008,  AUGUST 26-28, 2008, PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY, AMMAN,
JORDAN 1ST CFP------------

MESM 2008
9th International
Middle Eastern Simulation Multiconference
August 26-28, 2008
Philadelphia University
Amman, Jordan

1ST CALL FOR PAPERS
Organised by
The European Technology Institute

Sponsored by:
EUROSIS
IEEE-UKRI-SPC
De Montfort University
Ghent University

http://www.eurosis.org/cms/index.php?q=node/205

CONFERENCE AIM
The MESM'2008 International Middle Eastern Multiconference on Simulation and
Modelling is the ninth conference in the MESM series and is organized by De
Montfort University and members of the European Simulation Society. One of the
major?aims of this conference is to bring people from various parts of the
Middle East in contact with colleagues working in modeling & simulation from
around the world (e.g..Europe, USA, Canada, Far East etc.).
The other aim is to establish a local technical society in the Middle East and
to integrate these into a wider Network of Simulation Excellence.
This conference, is sponsored by, De Montfort University (UK),
Ghent University, EUROSIS, ETI as well as IEEE UKRI - SPC.

CONFERENCE THEMES

Modelling Methodology
Continuous, discrete and hybrid simulation methodology, Simulation
environments, Multi-paradigm simulation, Simulation uncertainty,
Simulation visualisation, Integration of simulation and geographical
information systems, Object-oriented programming and Languages,
Multi-paradigm Languages, Software comparisons. Numerical Methods for
Simulation, Mathematical Analysis in Simulation, Parallel Simulation
Methodology, Discrete Event Simulation, Simulation Fidelity and Performance
Evaluation, Advanced Training and Simulation Concepts for Education,
Multiparameter Sequential Optimization Methods in Simulation, Verification,
Validation, and Control in Complex Systems Simulation, Distributed and Parallel
Systems Simulation, Combined Continuous and Discrete Event Models, Symbol
Analysis and Manipulation of Equation-Based Models, Simultaneous vs Modular
Simulation Methods, Standardization Issues.

Modelling Tools
Simulation languages; Object oriented modeling languages; UML and
simulation; Model libraries and modularity; Component-oriented simulation;
Special simulation tools and environments; Meta-models and automatic model
generation; Graphical simulation environments and simulation software tools;
Intelligent simulation environments; Database management of models and results;
Java and Web enabled simulations, UML and OO Simulation.

Analysis Methodology
Advanced Input Modeling, Simulation Optimization, Cross Entropy,
Output Analysis, Input Modeling, Simulation Optimization, Input Analysis,
Difficult Queueing Problems, New Output Analysis.

Simulation of Networks and Communication
Modeling and simulation of analogue circuits; Modeling and simulation of
digital circuits at switch and/or at logic level; Hardware accelerators for
circuit-level simulation; Hardware accelerators for logic simulation;
Distributed simulation of circuits, components, and systems; Modeling and
simulation of computer systems; Fault simulation; Parallel and distributed
systems; High-speed networks; Network simulation software; Computer and
telecommunication systems; Telecommunication devices and systems; Intelligent
telecommunication networks; ISDN; ATM communications.

Complex Systems Simulation
Design and Simulation, Process Control and Optimisation,Information
Technology Systems, Space and Airborne Systems, Communication Networks,
Cybernetics and Control, Building Engineering and Urban Infrastructures
Nonlinear Systems, Integration of AI Techniques and Simulation, Knowledge
Elicitation and Representation for Complex Models, Drawing Understanding and
Pattern Recognition, Machine Learning, Neural Networks and Genetic Algorithms,
Simulation in Robotics and Automation, Continuous Simulation of Technical
Processes, Fuzzy Models in Simulation, Wireless Communication, Mobile
Communication Networks, Satellite Communication, LAN and WAN Protocols,
Simulation of Switching Equipment, Design and Coding of Communication Handling
Software.

Simulation of Signal and Image Processing
Modelling and simulation are powerful tools in image and signal processing
applications. For example, the modelling and simulation of communication
networks enable the analysis and evaluation of data communication techniques in
a much more time and cost efficient way than field tests. Modelling and
simulations are also extensively used in biomedical signal processing to study
and predict physical behaviour. Mathematical models such as Markov random
fields and optical flows have been successfully used to solve a variety of
image processing problems, including image restoration, reconstruction,
segmentation, and classification as well
as texture analysis.

Energy Systems Simulation
Simulators: Real-Time simulation methods, GUI, Advanced modelling tools,
Trainees' performance evaluation, Simulator Projects Simulation Studies:
Simulation during design, Safety and environmental hazard estimation,
Production optimisation. Methodology: Real-time simulation and visualisation
tools, Parallel and distributed simulation.

Simulation in the Chemical and Petrochemical Industry
Simulation of Chemical Plants, Flow simulation, Plant control systems, network
simulation, geological simulations, drilling simulations, oil transport
simulations.

Multimedia and Virtual Reality Systems
This track covers simulation programmes used in Multimedia and VR
systems enhanced simulation

Decision Processing in Management
Business process engineering and simulation, Simulation in customer
-oriented service processes, Decision support systems, Simulation
in Finance and Risk Management, Simulation in workflow management,
Process mapping and simulation, Simulation of production processes
and equipment, Business Information Modeling Methods and Methodologies, UML and
UP in Business Modelling, UML and UP for Enterprise Modeling.

Modelling and Simulation in Biomedical Systems
Topics are biological systems, medical systems and ecosystems with
the domain specific topics such as molecular modelling, genetic
algorithms in biosystems, fuzzy sets and neural nets in biosystems,
physiology, cardiology, anesthesia, cancer, circulatory system,
respiratory system, renal system, biomechanics, agricultural production,
simulation of global change, ecotechnology and eco-engineering, GIS, population
dynamics, etc Simulation of Patient Care,Quality of Service, Hospital Logistics,
Simulation of Disease Proliferation, Virtual Reality in Surgical Procedures,
Simulating Biological Phenomena and Organs, Simulation as a Tool for Diagnosis,
Simulation of Emergency Procedures (Disaster Gaming), General Medical
Simulations, Pharmacometric Modelling, Physiological Simulations.

Modelling and Simulation for Industrial Applications
The application section covers: Automation, CAD/CAM/CAE, Defense
Electronics, Design Automation, Simulation in industrial Design,
Industrial Engineering, Industrial and Process Simulation, Manufacturing
Simulations, Logistics and Transport, Power Plants, Multibody Systems,
Aerospace, etc..

Web based Simulation
Web-based Simulation Environments (WSE), Web-based Distributed Interactive
Simulation (WDIS) Sharing and reuse of simulation models and tools in WSE,
Techniques and Standards for model integration, Communication interoperability
in WSE and WDIS, WSE and WDIS applications to education, training and learning,
Simulation visualization/animation in WSE and WDIS, Web-based Distributed
Simulation (distributed modelling via the Web, Java based, Federated, and so
on)

Simulation in Information Processing and Software Development

Simulation in Fuzzy Systems
Classification, Data analysis, Fault tolerance, Forecasting, Knowledge
acquisition, Economics and Finance, Planning, Pre-treatment of data, Process
control, Robotics, Speech and image recognition, Web intelligence, involving
methodologies such as: Hybrid systems (GA, fuzzy, symbolic representation),
Methods or tools for evaluating ANN performance, Reinforcement Learning,
Simulation tools (research, education, development).

Neural Networks and Genetic Algorithms
Neural nets for simulation: modelling of parts (components) of the system
simulated by neural networks, evaluation of simulation models using neural
nets, decision support in simulation models by neural nets; Simulation of
neural nets: systems of pre-designed neural networks, techniques and tools for
simulation and programming of neural networks. Expert Controllers and Genetic
Algorithms in Simulation, Knowledge Based Simulation Tools, AI and Expert
Systems in Simulation.

Simulation in the Built Environment
The built environment is a complicated and many-faceted energy system
encompassing many different yet synergistic energy flow paths. Each flow path
changes its own (and hence the system's) characteristics tics dynamically as
time progresses. To accurately model such phenomena a simulation model must
take into account all relevant energy subsystems and the interrelationships
between them.
The areas covered by building simulation models are numerous and varied and
include conduction modelling, air/fluid flow modelling, plant side modelling,
insolation analysis, lighting studies and building climatic interaction.

Simulation in Archaeology
Archaeologists commonly use theoretical models, experiments, and
observations of the world as it is today to try to explain what
happened in the past. They have attempted to explain, for example,
why people first began to walk upright and why civilizations that once
flourished suddenly collapsed. Good explanations come from well-thought-out
theoretical models that propose ways in which the existing archaeological
record might have been formed. Explanations can include factors such as
environmental changes, demographic shifts (changes in population makeup and
size), migrations, and patterns of thought and behavior.
In recent years, many archaeologists have begun to use geographic
information systems (GIS) to aid in mapping sites. These computer-based systems
allow the collection, storage, and manipulation of environmental, geographic,
and geologic data, together with archaeological information, in a single
database. Using this technology, archaeologists can create maps that simulate
different environments and ways in which people might have used land, living
space, and material goods.

Simulation Projects in the Arab World
Roundtable discussion on present projects in the Arab World. If you have a
topic proposal.

CONFERENCE SITE
The conference will be held at Philadelphia University, Amman, Jordan
http://www.philadelphia.edu.jo/

SOCIAL PROGRAMME
A visit is envisaged to Petra, the UNESCO Heritage site known as the
Pink City.
http://www.atlastours.net/jordan/petra.html

CONFERENCE KEYNOTE
The keynote for the MESM'2008 will be announced later

TUTORIALS
Tutorials can be proposed in the following three categories:
T1- Introductory tutorials
T2- State of the Art Tutorials
T3- Software and Modelware Tutorials
Tutorial proposals should be emailed to Philippe.Geril at eurosis.org

POSTER SESSION
The poster session only features work in progress. Next to the actual poster
presentation, these submissions also feature as short papers in the
Proceedings.

STUDENTS SESSION
This session is for students who want to present their work in progress or part
of their doctoral thesis as a paper. Student papers are denoted by the fact that
only the name of the student appears on the paper as an author. They are
published as short papers in the Proceedings.

DIVERSE ACTIVITIES
For demonstrations or video sessions, please contact Philippe Geril.
Special session will be set up for vendor presentations in co-ordination with
the scientific program. User Group meetings for simulation languages and tools
can be organised during the conference.

If you would like to arrange a meeting, please contact the Conference Chairs.
We will be happy to provide a meeting room and other necessary
equipment.Partners for projects session(s) will be organised by EUROSIS to give
potential project teams or individuals the opportunity to present their research
in order to link up with fellow researchers for future research projects. Those
wishing to participate in this session need to send a proposal to Philippe
Geril.

EXHIBITION
A special software exhibition will be held during the conference focused on
simulation tools. For more information please contact EUROSIS for further
details. Email: Philippe.Geril at eurosis.org

DEADLINES AND REQUIREMENTS
Send all submissions in an ELECTRONIC FORM ONLY in Microsoft Word format, PDF
or Postscript format indicating the designated track and type of submission
(full paper or an extended abstract) to EUROSIS
(Philippe.Geril at eurosis.org).

Please provide your name, affiliation, full mailing address, telephone / fax
number and Email address on all submissions as well. For submissions please put
in the subject of your Email the following indications: MESM2008 and designated
track or USE THE ABSTRACT SUBMISSION SITE!!

Only original papers, which have not been published elsewhere, will be accepted
for publication

DEADLINES
Early Bird Submission: MAY 5th
Abstract Submission deadline: MAY 30th
Late Submission: JUNE 15th
Notification: JUNE 25th
Full Paper Submission Deadline: JULY 30th
Conference Dates AUGUST 26-28, 2008

CONFERENCE PRICES
EUROSIS Members and authors: 485 EURO, All other: 535 EURO
(prices include Proceedings, lunches, conference dinner, get-together party and
coffee breaks)

PAPER SUBMISSION TYPES

FULL PAPER (including abstract, conclusions, diagrams, references) During
review, the submitted full papers can be accepted as a regular 5 page paper. If
excellent,full papers can be accepted by the program committee as an extended
(8-page) paper. Each submission will be reviewed by at least three members of
the International Program Committee.

EXTENDED ABSTRACT (at least five pages)
Participants may also submit a 5 page extended abstract for a regular (5 pages)
or short (3 pages) paper or poster, which will be reviewed by the International
Program Committee. All accepted papers will be published in the MESM'2008
Conference Proceedings.

SHORT ABSTRACT (at least three pages)
Participants may also submit a 3 page abstract for a short paper or poster,
which will be reviewed by the International Program Committee. All accepted
papers will be published in the MESM'2008 Conference Proceedings.
ONE PAGE ABSTRACTS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

OUTSTANDING PAPER AWARD
The 2008 MESM Conference Committee will select the Outstanding Paper of the
Conference. The author of this paper will be awarded a free
registration for a EUROSIS conference. Only papers SUBMITTED AS FULL
papers will be eligible for the Outstanding Paper Award.

LANGUAGE
The official conference language for all papers and presentations is English.

The full Call for papers can be downloaded from
http://www.eurosis.org/cms/?q=node/681

REPLY CARD:
First Name:
Surname:
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Mailing Address

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E-Mail:

[ ] Presenting a paper, by submitting a full paper
[ ] Presenting a short paper (by submitting an extended
abstract)
[ ] Participating in the industrial program
[ ] Organizing a vendor session
[ ] Proposing a panel discussion (please mention names of
panelists)
[ ] Contributing to the exhibition
[ ] Without presenting a paper

Other colleague(s) interested in the topics of the conference is/are:
Name:
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Yes, I intend to attend the [] MESM'2008
The provisional title of my paper / exhibited software package is:

With the following highlights:

The paper belongs in: TICK THE CATEGORY
[] Modelling Methodology
[] Modelling Tools
[] Analysis Methodology
[] Simulation of Networks and Communications
[] Complex Systems Simulation
[] Simulation of Systems and Image Processing
[] Energy Systems Simulation
[] Simulation in the Chemical and Petrochemical Industry
[] Multimedia and Virtual Reality Systems
[] Decision Processing in Management
[] Modelling and Simulation in Biomedical Systems
[] Modelling and Simulation for Industrial Applications
[] Web Based Simulation
[] Simulation in Information Processing and Software Development
[] Simulation in Fuzzy Systems
[] Neural Networks and Genetic Algorithms
[] Simulation in the Built Environment
[] Simulation in Archeaology
[] Simulation in the Arab World
[] Poster Session
[] Student Session
[] Tutorials
[] Exhibition

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