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Ecological Modelling for Sustainable Development

2nd Regional Conference on Ecological and Environmental Modelling
(ECOMOD 2007)

August 28 - 30 2007 at the The Gurney Hotel, Penang


The need to promote sustainable development is more pressing than
ever with increasingly rapid global changes. Preservation and
restoration of the environment and ecological system have become a
major concern and is currently receiving widespread attention. An
integrated approach is needed in order to draw upon the strengths of
various fields such as mathematics, statistics, artificial
intelligence, engineering, physical and chemical sciences. In view
of this, and to enhance collaborative research in this field, the
School of Biological Sciences & the School of Mathematical Sciences,
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), will jointly organize a Regional
Conference on Ecological and Environmental Modelling (ECOMOD 2007)
on August 28 - 30 2007 at the The Gurney Hotel, Penang.

OBJECTIVES
The objective of the conference is to give an opportunity
to academicians, scientists, engineers and post-graduates to present
the results of their research and development work as well as to
share their experience in the use and development of ecological and
environmental models. The scope of the conference encompasses the
use of mathematical, statistical, computing, science and engineering
techniques and concepts in ecological and environmental modelling.

SCOPE
· environmental pollution and treatment
· flora & fauna diversity, population and habitat
· artificial intelligence - techniques and systems
· environmental engineering and technology
· GIS, remote sensing and image processing
· mathematical modelling
· other related fields



CALL FOR PAPERS
Participants interested in presenting oral and
poster presentations are invited to submit their abstract of between
250 - 300 words in electronic file for consideration. The format for
the abstract is as follows

· Abstracts must be written in English (use .doc file format).
· The format is a single A4 page, with 2.5 cm margins all round
· Abstract must not exceed 300 words.
· Use font Times New Roman 11 pt. and single spaced throughout the
whole document.
· Underline the name and email address of presenting author.
· No references should be cited in the abstract.

IMPORTANT DATES
Early Registration Deadline: May 30, 2007 Abstract
Submission Deadline: April 30, 2007 Full paper Submission Deadline:
August 28, 2007

REGISTRATION
The conference fees will cover conference materials,
proceedings, tea breaks and lunch.

                              Early Registration Late    Registration
(after 31/5/2007)
Local Participant:
                    ordinary  RM 600.00                  RM 650.00
                    student   RM 300.00                  RM 350.00
International Participant:
                    ordinary  US$ 250.00                 US$ 300.00
                    student   US$ 180.00                 US$ 200.00

INVITED SPEAKERS
Prominent Scientists will be invited to present keynote & plenary
lectures.

FORMAT
Each presenter will be given 20 minutes to present his/her
paper. Presenter may use either overhead projector or PowerPoint
presentation. For further details, please refer to
http://web.mac.com/ecomod2007


VENUE
The conference will be held at The Gurney Hotel, Penang.

ACCOMMODATION
Participants may choose to stay at The Gurney Hotel or at the
nearby Evergreen Laurel Hotel (5 min walking distance) or The
Northam All Suite Penang (10 min. walking distance). Kindly
mention your participation in the conference to secure special
conference room rates. Participants are advised to contact
hotels early to ensure room reservations.

The Gurney Penang
www.penang-hotels.com/gurney

Evergreen Laurel Hotel
www.penang-hotels.com/evergreen

The Northam All Suite, Penang
www.penang-hotels.com/thenortham


ENQUIRIES
For more information, please contact:-

The Secretariat (Att: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmad Sofi man Othman)
Ecological and Environmental Modelling (ECOMOD 2007)
c/o School of Biological Sciences
Universiti Sains Malaysia
11800 Pulau Pinang
MALAYSIA

email: ecomod2007@usm.my
Fax: 604-6565125