The 10th IASTED International Conference on
Visualization, Imaging and Image Processing
~VIIP 2012~
July 3 – 5, 2012
Banff, Canada
CALL FOR PAPERS
Click here to view a printable version of the Call for Papers.
Sponsor
The International Association of Science and Technology for Development (IASTED)
Conference Chair
The University of Northern British Columbia, Canada

Keynote Speaker
Dr. Amir Asif
York University, Canada

Location
The town of Banff, located in the heart of Banff National Park and the Rocky Mountains, is a lively mountain town in an untouched Canadian wilderness. In the surrounding pristine forest, wildlife flourishes: Banff travelers often sight elk, deer, and bighorn sheep, not to mention the less-spotted bears, coyotes, and wolves. Spend time at the natural hot springs—a tourist favourite—or explore the nearby mountains with hiking trips, mountain or tour biking, and skiing facilities. See the town and the national park’s dramatic landscape via the famous gondola on Sulphur Mountain, take a motor-coach tour along the backcountry roads, or take a quieter horse-and-carriage ride through the town’s pretty streets. Banff is famous for its clear skies, blue lakes, and fresh air, but there is plenty to entertain the indoor visitor as well. The Banff Springs Hotel remains an impressive historic site nestled into the forest, with its romantic restaurant, ornate décor, and many luxurious rooms. On the main street of Banff, too, you’ll find friendly cafés, old-fashioned candy stores, and restaurants with picturesque views. Finally, art galleries and shows, along with frequent music concerts and film festivals, will satisfy your creative side. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor adventure or a cultural experience, Banff is a must-see for any Canadian trip.
Purpose
The Tenth IASTED International Conference on Visualization, Imaging, and Image Processing (VIIP 2012) will establish an international medium for the exchange of new ideas and practical experience between researchers and practitioners working in the fields of imaging, image processing, and visualization. It is an opportunity to present and observe the latest research, results, and ideas in these areas, as well as their applications. All papers submitted to this conference will be evaluated by at least two reviewers. Acceptance will be based primarily on originality and contribution.
Scope
The topics of interest to be covered by VIIP 2012 include, but are not limited to:
ANIMATION
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APPLICATIONS
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COMPUTER VISION
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IMAGE PROCESSING AND ANALYSIS
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MODELLING
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RENDERING
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VISUALIZATION AND HUMAN-MACHINE INTERFACES
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Submission
Submit your paper via our website at: www.iasted.org/conferences/submit-782.html. All submissions should be in Adobe Acrobat (.PDF) format.
The IASTED Secretariat must receive your paper by March 1, 2012. Receipt of paper submission will be confirmed by email.
Initial Paper Requirements
All papers submitted to IASTED conferences must be previously unpublished and may not be considered for publication elsewhere at any time during IASTED's review period. Authors are limited to a maximum of three paper submissions.
Initial paper submissions should be full papers. Papers of up to 8 pages in length are included in the conference registration fee. An extra charge will apply for every additional page for papers longer than 8 pages. Authors are responsible for having their papers checked for style and grammar before submitting to IASTED. Papers may be rejected if the language is not satisfactory.
When submitting a paper, complete the online initial paper submission form, designating an author who will attend the conference, and provide four key words to indicate the subject area of your paper. At least one of the key words must be taken from the list of topics provided under Scope, above.
Formatting instructions for initial papers are available at www.iasted.org/formatting-initial-page.html.
Reviewing
All papers submitted to this conference will be double-blind peer reviewed by at least two members of the International Program Committee and related technical committees. Acceptance will be based primarily on originality, significance, technical soundness, presentation, and references. The conference chair makes the final decision on the acceptance or rejection of the paper.
Acceptance and Registration
Notification of acceptance will be sent via email by April 15, 2012. Final manuscripts are due by May 21, 2012. Registration and final payment are due by May 28, 2012. Late registration fees or paper submissions will result in the papers being excluded from the conference proceedings.
Only one paper of up to eight pages is included in the regular registration fee. There will be an added charge for extra pages and additional papers.
Final Paper Requirements
The final paper must be correctly formatted and submitted online at http://pdfportal.iasted.org.
The formatting instructions can be found at: www.iasted.org/formatting-final-page.html and must be strictly followed. The page limit for final papers is eight single-spaced pages in 10 point Times New Roman font.
Tutorials
Submission
Proposals for three-hour tutorials must be submitted online by March 1, 2012. Submit tutorial proposals via the following web site address:
www.iasted.org/conferences/tutorialsubmit-782.html.
Proposal Format
A tutorial proposal should clearly indicate:
- The topic.
- Background knowledge expected of the participants.
- Objectives.
- Time allocations for the major course topics.
- The qualifications of the instructor(s).
Special Session
Special session proposals must be emailed to calgary@iasted.org by March 1, 2012. Proposals should include a session title, a list of the topics covered, and the qualifications and brief biography of the session organizer(s).
Papers submitted to the special session must be received by March 1, 2012, unless otherwise stipulated by the Special Session Organizer. A minimum of five papers must be registered and fully paid in order for this session to be included in the conference program.
More information on special sessions is available at www.iasted.org/conferences/specialsession-782.html.
Journals
All papers submitted to this conference will be considered for possible publication in ACTA Press’ international journals. For additional information about the submission of papers, please visit: www.actapress.com/SubmissionInfo.aspx.
Indexing
The proceedings will be sent for indexing in the following:
Important Deadlines
| Submissions Due | 8 days remaining | March 1, 2012 |
| Notification of Acceptance | April 15, 2012 | |
| Final Manuscripts Due | May 21, 2012 | |
| Registration Deadline | May 28, 2012 |
Concurrent Conferences
VIIP 2012 will be held in conjunction with the IASTED International Conferences on:
Contact Us
For more information, or to be placed on our mailing list, please contact:
IASTED Secretariat – VIIP 2012
B6, Suite 101, Dieppe Avenue SW
Calgary, AB, Canada T3E 7J9
Tel: +1 403-288-1195
Fax: +1 403-247-6851
Email: calgary@iasted.org
Web site: www.iasted.org
















