2010 Euro Simulation Interoperability Workshop
sponsored by the
Simulation Interoperability Standards Organization (SISO)

a component of the
2010 International Simulation Multi-conference
sponsored by
The Society for Modeling and Simulation International (SCS)
Simulation Interoperability Standards Organization (SISO)

Crowne Plaza Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
12-15 July 2009

Click the "2010 Euro SIW" link under "Upcoming SISO Events" on the
main SISO web page, http://www.sisostds.org, for more detailed
information.

SISO's Simulation Interoperability Workshops (SIWs) encompass a broad
range of modeling and simulation issues, applications, and
communities, with the overall goal of identifying and supporting the
development of products to facilitate simulation interoperability
standards and reuse. Each SIW includes working sessions addressing
interoperability and reuse requirements and issues; tutorials on
state-of-the-art methodologies, tools, and techniques; and exhibits
presenting the latest technological advances.

Please note that registrations for this workshop are being handled by
SCS. Conference registrations will be managed via their on-line
registration web page at
http://www.scs.org/confernc/summersim/summersim10/summersim10.htm.
Hotel reservation information is also available on the same page.
Abstract and paper evaluations and acceptances will be managed by
SISO via our usual process, as described below.

KEY DATES:

01 Mar 10 -- Abstracts due in electronic form
17 Mar 10 -- Abstract accept/reject notifications
26 Apr 10 -- Papers due in electronic form
12 May 10 -- Paper accept/reject notifications
14 May 10 -- Hotel/early registration deadline
01 Jun 10 -- Final paper revisions due
01 Jul 10 -- PowerPoint presentations due
12 Jul 10 -- International Simulation Multi-conference opens

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION INFORMATION. The Workshop invites papers and
presentations relating to distributed simulation standards,
applications, and technologies, interoperability issues, and other
topics identified below and on the SISO web site. Abstracts are
reviewed and selected by Planning and Review Panels (PRPs) and
leaders of the individual Forums and Groups. Papers are considered
for presentation in one or more Forums and Groups. Abstract and
paper format requirements are described in the Author's Guide posted
on the SISO web site.

Individuals who wish to participate should complete and submit an
abstract, using the submission form provided on the SISO web site. If
you have any problems or are unable to submit to the web site, please
contact Pat Burgess (pburgess@ist.ucf.edu), phone: +1-407-882-1372,
fax: +1-407-658-5059.

SISO sessions will include models and simulations used in planning
for civil security problems ranging from natural disasters (fire,
flood, earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, etc.) to deliberate hostile
actions, as well as general safety and contingency planning and
operations. A primary focus will be on cooperation among national
and international civilian, military, and non-governmental agencies,
including scenario generation, command and control interoperability,
and simulation reusability.

EXPERIENCE WITH SISO STANDARDS

SISO invites papers that report the results of experiences with
SISO-developed standards and guidelines. We are looking for feedback
(positive or negative) on the utility of our products. If the
author(s) indicate in both the abstract and in the completed paper
that they are submitting a "SISO Standards Experiences" paper, these
papers will be highlighted in a listing in the SIW Workshop Agenda.

INDIVIDUAL FORUM AND GROUP CALLS FOR PAPERS

Generally, papers and presentations are considered in three main categories:

User Community Forums, which examine and promote topics of interest
related to the use and adequacy of available simulation capabilities
and new capabilities needed by M&S users.
Specialty Area Forums, which examine and promote current and emerging
simulation processes and technology.
Special Sessions, which deal with topics that merit timely
solicitation of feedback from the SISO community.

For a list of the Tracks and Forums, Study Groups, and Product
Development Groups meeting at this workshop, and their specific
interest areas, see the corresponding links at
http://www.sisostds.org.

TECHNICAL EXHIBITS AND DEMONSTRATIONS

Throughout the week, several organizations will provide exhibits and
demonstrations of materials, software, and equipment relevant to
distributed simulation applications. If your organization is
interested in being an exhibitor, contact DJ Weed, (djweed@scs.org).

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

SISO Sponsorship provides a means for organizations to gain
representation and benefits in partnership with the activities and
operation of SISO. Sponsors enjoy the following privileges:

Printing of Sponsor's corporate logos on SISO flyers and printed material
Display of logos and links from the SISO web site to the Sponsor's web site
10% Discount on all SISO fees (workshop registration fees, booth rental, etc.)
Invitation to Speaker's lunch at SIWs (including SISO EXCOM and VIPs).

For information on becoming a SISO Sponsor, contact Duncan Miller
(dmiller@sisostds.org).

Special sponsorship opportunities for the 2010 International
Simulation Multi-Conference are described on the SCS website under
the "SummerSim'10 Corporate Sponsorship" link. Contact DJ Weed
(djweed@scs.org) for further information.

SITE AND ACCOMMODATIONS. The Workshop will be held at the Crowne
Plaza Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. See http://www.cpottawa.com/
The special conference rate is $139 (Canadian) per night. See the
SCS registration web page for further information:
http://www.scs.org/confernc/summersim/summersim10/summersim10.htm.

REGISTRATION. Please note that the early registration deadline (and
the deadline for the special room rate) is 9 June 2010.

SISO CONFERENCE COMMITTEE

Steve Swenson - Chair
Sarah T. Epps - Vice Chair
Jim Coolahan - Secretary
Emmet Beeker
Wink Bennett Jr.
Priscilla Elfrey
Jason Esteve
David Graham
Grover Lollar
Rich Reading
Austin Stoudenmire
Dannie Cutts - SAC Vice Chair