ICSMS 2012 - 2nd International Conference on Stochastic Modeling & Simulation

The purpose of the 2nd International Conference on Simulation and Modeling Methodologies, Technologies and Applications (SIMULTECH) is to bring together researchers, engineers, applied mathematicians and practitioners interested in the advances and applications in the field of system simulation. Four simultaneous tracks will be held, covering on one side domain independent methodologies and technologies and on the other side practical work developed in specific application areas. The specific topics listed under each of these tracks highlight the interest of this conference in aspects related to computing, including Conceptual Modeling, Agent Based Modeling and Simulation, Interoperability, Ontologies, Knowledge Based Decision Support, Petri Nets, Business Process Modeling and Simulation, amongst others.
SIMULTECH focuses on bridging formal methods and real world applications; therefore authors should highlight the benefits of Simulation Methodologies and Technologies for industry and services, either in general or for particular applications. Ideas on how to solve business problems, using simulation and modeling methodologies and technologies, will arise from the conference. Papers describing advanced prototypes, systems, tools and techniques and general survey papers indicating future directions are also encouraged. Papers describing original work are invited in any of the areas listed below. Accepted papers, presented at the conference by one of the authors, will be published in the Proceedings of SIMULTECH. Acceptance will be based on quality, relevance and originality. Both full research reports and work-in-progress reports are welcome. There will be both oral and poster sessions.
Special sessions, dedicated to case-studies and commercial presentations, as well as tutorials dedicated to technical/scientific topics are also envisaged: companies interested in presenting their products/methodologies or researchers interested in holding a tutorial, workshop or special session are invited to contact the conference secretariat or visit the conference website.
CONFERENCE AREAS
Each of these topic areas is expanded below but the sub-topics list is not exhaustive. Papers may address one or more of the listed sub-topics, although authors should not feel limited by them. Unlisted but related sub-topics are also acceptable, provided they fit in one of the following main topic areas:
1. SIMULATION TOOLS AND PLATFORMS
2. FORMAL METHODS
3. COMPLEX SYSTEMS MODELING AND SIMULATION
4. APPLICATION DOMAINS
AREA 1: SIMULATION TOOLS AND PLATFORMS
Discrete-Event Simulation
Petri Nets
Enterprise Resource Planning
Security/Emergency Support Tools
Plant Simulation
Virtual Reality and Graphical Simulations
Domain-Specific Tools
Serious Games
Team-support Tools
Education and Training
e-Learning Platforms
Laboratory Simulation Software
Computer Simulation Techniques
Case Studies
AREA 2: FORMAL METHODS
Conceptual Modeling
Mathematical Simulation
Neural Nets and Fuzzy Systems
Stochastic Modeling and Simulation
Dynamical Systems Models and Methods
Non-Linear Systems
Optimization Issues
Planning and Scheduling
Distributed Simulation
Real-Time Systems
Ontologies
Decision Support
Risk Analysis
Security
AREA 3: COMPLEX SYSTEMS MODELING AND SIMULATION
Business Process Modeling
Performance Analysis
Social Systems Simulation
Swarm Simulation
Agent Based Modeling and Simulation
Collaborative Systems
Interoperability
Multiscale Simulation
Fluid Dynamics
Biological Systems
Environmental Modeling
Green Technologies
Service Value and Supply Chains
Crisis Modelling and Simulation
AREA 4: APPLICATION DOMAINS
Energy and Power Systems
Electronics Design and Manufacturing
Chemical and Petroleum Engineering
Telecommunication Systems and Networks
Industrial Processes
Logistics, Traffic and Transportation
Robotics, Automation and Mechatronics
Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
Military and Defense
Construction Engineering and Project Management
Materials
Sports
Healthcare
Automotive Industry