1st Call for Papers- 8th Bi-Annual FOODSIM'2012, June 18-20, 2012, Fraunhofer Institute IVV, Freising, Germany

FIRST CALL FOR PAPERS

FOODSIM'2012
8th bi-annual Simulation and Modelling in the Food Industry Conference
Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV
Freising, Germany
June 18-20, 2012

THEMES:
Simulation in Food Engineering and Processing
Simulation in Food Sciences and Biotechnology
Methods and tools applied to Food and Bio-industries
Methods & tools in Food Quality & Safety Evaluation
Simulation in Functional Foods
Food Production Management, Economics and Traceability
Sustainable Food Production
Innovation in Traditional Food Products
Poster Session
Student Session
Tutorials
Exhibition

Organised by
The European Technology Institute
and Sponsored by
EUROSIS
Tu Munchen
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AIM OF FOODSIM'2012

We invite you to participate in the 8th biannual FOODSIM2012, which will be held from June 18-20, 2012, at the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV, in cooperation with the TU Munchen, Freising, Germany.
FOODSIM’2012 will bring together researchers, food experts, and industrial users to present state-of-art research, new research results, and to exchange ideas and experiences in the modeling and simulation tools used for food processing, quality, safety and sustainability. The general conference theme is "Simulation applied to food processes, quality, safety, and sustainability", and will feature specific sessions covering mathematical modelling and simulation of food processing, quality, safety and sustainability.

Also, special sessions will be organized in order to discuss: Simulation in Food Engineering and Processing, Simulation in Food Sciences and Biotechnology, Methods and tools applied to Food and Bio-industries, Methods and tools applied to Food Quality and Safety Evaluation, Simulation in Functional Foods, Simulation in Food Production Management, Economics and Traceability, Sustainable Food Production, Innovation in Traditional Food Products.

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.

The development and use of model simulation in risk analyses, food safety, fermentation, texture and flavour of food products. How simulation models can help to manufacture a consumer-friendly food product on specs with a shorter time-to-market.; The state-of-the-art in modelling of complex food properties. This translates itself into the use of models in process and plant control. Process control based on a set of product specs by application of neural networks, fuzzy logic, cost models and mechanistic models; traceability and logistics management. These aspects are covered by the following:

Modelling and Simulation in Food Engineering and Processing

The objective of this research track is to assess the state of art of computer modelling and simulation in food processing and engineering. Themes focusing on computer modelling and simulation applications conducted with the objective of improving knowledge and understanding on physical phenomena, developing software sensors and optimising systems, are greatly well-advised to be presented. Therefore, this theme is concerned with different applications, such as:

• Optimisation of the design of a unit operation or process (including thermal and non-thermal processes)
• Optimisation of the operating conditions
• Optimisation of products (formulation)
• Real time simulation and control
• Indirect measurement, observation and estimation techniques (software sensors)
• Estimation of thermophysical properties by inverse techniques
• Condition based monitoring, Failure analysis

Submit your paper/abstract proposal for the food engineering here

Simulation in Food Sciences and Biotechnology

Computer modelling and simulation methods offer imaginative possibilities for studies in food sciences and biotechnology. Extraction yield or quality of final products, biokinetic studies, molecular investigations, bioprocess control, and risk assessment, beyond other areas, can be improved by using those approaches.

Possible topics to be discussed:

• Simulation and molecular structure
• Biomolecular engineering
• Biotechnology
• Biokinetics modelling
• Bioprocess control
• Growth and death modelling

Submit your paper/abstract proposal for the food sciences here

Methods and tools applied to Food and Bio-industries

This theme concerns itself with the methodological aspects of simulation modeling covering Systems analysis, model specification and evaluation, sensitivity analysis, statistical models, metamodels, etc., applied to Food and Bio-industries. Problems of software tools also will be addressed within this theme.

Possible topics to be discussed:

• Software development
• User friendly interfacing
• Web-enabled applications
• Commercial modeling tools applications
• Innovation in sensors (including low-cost on-line sensors)
• Robotic solutions for food
• Dynamic modeling of food industry systems
• Model-Driven Architecture approach (MDA)
• Simplification of complex models (for control or real time simulation)
• Neural networks (for modelling, control or computing)
• Fuzzy techniques (for simulation or control)
• Expert Systems

Submit your paper/abstract proposal for the methods and tools track here

Methods and tools applied to Food Quality and Safety Evaluation

The objective of this research track is to assess the state of art of computation programs developed to evaluate food quality and safety, in order to assist food companies to achieve the level of product security and customer confidence appropriate to their situation.

Examples of areas of interest to be discussed:

• Computation tools developed to assure quality solutions in relation to microbiological and chemical contaminants, food additives and processing toxicants;
• Traceability solutions to food industries;
• Computation systems applied in food risk assessments (including predictive Microbiology);
• Real-Time Vision-Based Food Inspection Systems;
• Image processing and analysis applied to quality inspection and/or safety evaluation;
• Modelling/Predicting of food shelf-life;
• Food packaging;
• Sensory analysis

Submit your paper/abstract proposal for the food quality track here

Simulation in Functional Foods

Functional Foods are known for providing a health benefit beyond basic nutrition. In the last years, consumers are increasingly concerned with their health and wellness, and are demanding food products with associated health benefits. Due to the growing awareness of nutrition's role in maintaining health and preventing diseases, the market for functional foods is expected to grow.
The main objective of this research theme is to cover the aspects related with the issue of bringing functional foods to market.

Examples of areas of interest to be discussed:

• Designing Functional foods
• Developing and marketing of functional foods
• Modeling human gastrointestinal tract
• Viability analysis of probiotic bacteria
• Functional food technology

Submit your paper/abstract proposal for the functional foods track here

Simulation in Food Production Management, Economics and Traceability

Concerns about food safety and quality gave rise to legislation on the traceability control and labeling of food products. Labeling legislation assures that foods are properly described, in order to give guarantees to consumers and protect food industries. European Union introduced mandatory traceability and relevant labeling (General Food Law 178/2002/EC), thus all food operators must have a traceability system. Special attention must be paid on the traceability of food products with quality labels (Protected Designation of Origin and Protected Geographic Indication) with added market value.
Another aspect to be considered is the fact that, nowadays, firms in the food industry often face short delivery delays mandated by marketing requirements. Food products are frequently perishable and firms in the industry need to react quickly within a flexible organization. Thus, this theme also concerns the variety of research efforts addressing intra-firm and inter-firm economic and management problems across food chains.

Applications in the following subjects are welcome:

• Production and operation management;
• Scheduling and logistics problems;
• Supply chain management;
• Efficient Consumer Response;
• Micro economics and industrial models;
• Quality management;
• Human resources management;
• Marketing and strategy;
• Trade marketing;
• Sales forecasting;
• Information systems;
• Traceability

Submit your paper/abstract proposal for the food production track here

Sustainable Food Production

Sustainability has become an issue widely debated, being a value which has to be maintained throughout the food supply chain. The objective of this research track is to cover aspects related with the issue of sustainable food production.

Examples of areas of interest to be discussed:

• Sustainable food production practices/production efficiency
• Energy sustainability
• Environmental efficiency
• Sustainable Impact Assessment (SUIA)
• Development of intelligent decision support systems
• Life cycle assessment methodologies and programs
• Food chain management
• Food security and sustainability
• Sustainability and market
• Sustainability concept seen from the consumer standpoint
• Integrated farming standards and food eco-labelling

Submit your paper/abstract proposal for the sustainable food production track here

Innovation in Traditional Food Products

In European countries, traditional food products constitute an important element of culture and heritage, simultaneously contributing to the development and sustainability of rural areas. Generally, those products are perceived by consumers as products with regional identity and high sensory quality, consequently attaining higher commercial value. Due to an increased demand for traditional food products, innovative solutions are needed for this specific sector resulting in a great need to carry out research in this field.
Works focusing in all aspects concerned with innovation in traditional food products, namely, innovation on their production, marketing, etc., with priority to computational studies performed with the objective of attaining surplus value are greatly well-advised to be presented.

Submit your paper/abstract proposal for the traditional foods track here

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@eurosis.org before JANUARY 25TH.

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
industrial 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 indicating the
designated track and type of submission (full paper or an extended
abstract) to the EUROSIS (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: FOODSIM'2012 and designated track or USE THE
ONLINE SUBMISSION FORM.
http://www.eurosis.org/cms/index.php?q=node/2039

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 INSPEC will receive the listing of the actually presented papers, next to the copies of the Proceedings.

All EUROSIS Proceedings are ISI-Thomson Reuters and INSPEC referenced.

REGISTRATION FEES

The full 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
A visit to a related facility in (or near) Freising. More information to follow.

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 FOODSIM'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 FOODSIM'2012 Conference Proceedings.

SHORT ABSTRACT (at least three to four 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 FOODSIM'2012
Conference Proceedings.

PLEASE NOTE: ONE (1) PAGE ABSTRACTS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

CORRESPONDENCE ADDRESS
Philippe Geril
EUROSIS-ETI
European Simulation Office
Greenbridge NV
Wetenschapspark 1
Plassendale 1
B-8400 Ostend Belgium
Tel: +32.59.255330
Fax: +32.59.255339
Email: philippe.geril@eurosis.org

OUTSTANDING PAPER AWARD

The 2012 FOODSIM 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

CONFERENCE VENUE

The conference will be held at the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV
http://www.ivv.fhg.de/home_d.html

IMPORTANT DEADLINES

EARLY BIRD SUBMISSION DEADLINE: JANUARY 30TH, 2012
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 25TH, 2012
LATE SUBMISSION DEADLINE: MARCH 25TH, 2012
NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE OR REJECTION: APRIL 10TH, 2012
Authors provide camera-ready manuscript: MAY 15TH, 2012
CONFERENCE AT THE FRAUNHOFER INSTITUTE: JUNE 18-20, 2012

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[ ] Methods & tools in Food Quality & Safety Evaluation
[ ] Simulation in Functional Foods
[ ] Food Production Management, Economics and Traceability
[ ] Sustainable Food Production
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[ ] Poster Session
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