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FIRST CALL FOR PAPERS
MESM'2012 The 13th annual Middle Eastern Simulation and Modelling Conference Arab Open University http://www.arabou.org Muscat, Oman December 10-12, 2012 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 Archeology Simulation in the Arab World Student Session Tutorials Exhibition Organised by The European Technology Institute and Sponsored by AOU EUROSIS IEEE-UKRI-SPC For latest information see: www.eurosis.org or http://www.eurosis.org/cms/?q=taxonomy/term/326 AIM OF MESM'2012 The MESM'2012 (International Middle Eastern Simulation and Modelling Conference) on Simulation and Modelling is the thirteenth annual conference in the MESM series and is organized by the Arab Open 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 The Arab Open University, Ghent University, EUROSIS, ETI as well as IEEE UKRI - SPC. All submissions will be peer reviewed by at least three members of the International Program Committee. Accepted papers will be published in the conference Proceedings (both print and electronic format), that will be copyrighted and widely disseminated. All talks and tutorials, must be accompanied by a paper of between three to eight Proceedings pages. CONFERENCE VENUE The conference venue for the 2012 MESM is the Arab Open University, Oman Branch (http://arabou.edu.kw/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=110&Itemid=426&lang=en)in Muscat, capital of Oman. This city is flanked by the Al Hajar Mountains which dominate the city and on the other side by the pristine beaches and cliffs of the Gulf of Oman on the Arabian Sea. Average temperature for December is between 27 and 30 degrees centigrade More info on: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muscat,_Oman Contributions to the technical program are solicited in the following general areas; 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 of Information and Software development tools and techniques 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. TUTORIALS The following tutorials will be held at MESM'2012 Parametric Modeling of Ultrasonic signals in Nondestructive Testing applications in Oil & Gas industry and Modeling ECG and EEG signals for possible Classification applications by Uvais Qidwai et al, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar More information on: http://www.eurosis.org/cms/index.php?q=node/2196 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 EUROSIS. 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 the day before 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 EUROSIS. A EUROSIS TC Meeting and an EU Project update meeting EXHIBITION A special exhibition will be held during the conference focused on simulation applications. For more information please contact EUROSIS for further details. Email: Philippe.Geril@eurosis.org DEADLINES AND REQUIREMENTS Send all submissions in an ELECTRONIC FORM ONLY in (zipped) Microsoft Word format, or PDF format (preferred format) indicating the designated track and type of submission (full paper or an extended abstract) to the EUROSIS office (Philippe.Geril@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: MESM'2012 and designated track or USE THE ONLINE SUBMISSION FORM. http://www.eurosis.org/cms/index.php?q=node/2203 Only original papers, which have not been published elsewhere, will be accepted for publication Journal Publication Only accepted and presented extended papers are eligible for journal publication in any of the journals listed here. Quality Control In order to ensure the quality of the proceedings, Thomson-Reuters ISI and IET will receive the listing of the actually presented papers, next to the copies of the Proceedings. All EUROSIS Proceedings are ISI-Thomson Reuters and IET referenced. REGISTRATION FEES Registration Fees Author EUROSIS members Other Participants Pre-registration before November 10, 2012 € 500 € 500 € 555 Registration after November 10, 2012 Pre-registration required € 545 € 595 Registration Fees Middle Eastern Participants * Author EUROSIS members Other Participants Pre-registration before November 10, 2012 € 250 € 250 € 300 Registration after November 10, 2012 Pre-registration required € 300 € 350 * Are denoted as Middle Eastern Participants, those who are living and working in the countries of the Middle East. Furthermore ALL authors should be in a Middle Eastern University. If some authors are based outside the Middle East the other conference fees apply. Registration Fees Students Author EUROSIS members Other Participants Pre-registration before November 10, 2012 € 360 € 360 € 400 Registration after November 10, 2012 Pre-registration required € 360 € 420 The registration fee includes one copy of the Conference Proceedings, coffee and tea during the breaks, all lunches, a welcome cocktail and a conference dinner. SOCIAL PROGRAMME More info to follow soon 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 MESM'2012 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'2012 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'2012 Conference Proceedings. PLEASE NOTE: ONE (1) PAGE ABSTRACTS ARE NOT ACCEPTED. OUTSTANDING PAPER AWARD The 2012 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 IMPORTANT DEADLINES EARLY BIRD SUBMISSION DEADLINE: AUGUST 25TH, 2012 SUBMISSION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 15TH, 2012 LATE SUBMISSION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 25TH, 2012 NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE OR REJECTION: OCTOBER 10TH, 2012 Authors provide camera-ready manuscript: NOVEMBER 10TH, 2012 CONFERENCE AT THE ARAB OPEN UNIVERSITY, MUSCAT, OMAN: DECEMBER 10-12, 2012 REPLY CARD First Name: Surname: Occupation and/or Title: Affiliation: Mailing Address Zip code: City: Country. Telephone: Fax: E-Mail: Yes, I intend to attend the MESM 2012: [ ] 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 panellists) [ ] Contributing to the exhibition [ ] Without presenting a paper The provisional title of my paper / exhibited tool is: With the following highlights: The paper belongs to the category (please tick only one): [ ] 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 Archeology [ ] Simulation in the Arab World [ ] Poster Session [ ] Student Session [ ] Tutorials [ ] Exhibition Other colleague(s) interested in the topics of the conference is/are: Name: Address: Name: Address: CORRESPONDENCE ADDRESS Philippe Geril EUROSIS-ETI European Simulation Office Greenbridge Science Park Ghent University - Ostend Campus Wetenschapspark 1 Plassendale 1 B-8400 Ostend Belgium Tel: +32.59.255330 Fax: +32.59.255339 Email: philippe.geril@eurosis.org |
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