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Research grant (assegno di ricerca) at Ca'Foscari University of Venice PRIN2022

by Alessandra MELONIO

Dear Colleagues, I hope this message finds you well. I am pleased to inform you that the Ca’ Foscari University of Venice is currently seeking a candidate for a research grant (Assegno di Ricerca) in the field of Interaction Design and Physical Computing, funded by the Italian PRIN 2022 programme. Please find the details below: Title of the research grant: WatHEMOT (Water - Helmet for EMOTions): A psycho-educational training on emotional preparedness to promote resilience in the context of hydrogeological risk (PRIN 2022) Supervisor: Prof. Alessandra Melonio Location: Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, Department of Environmental Science, Informatics and Statistics, Via Torino 155, Mestre Brief description of the activity: Through a series of workshops, the research aims to raise awareness among primary and middle school children about safety behaviours and emotional regulation strategies, fostering a reflective and practical understanding of disaster resilience. The researcher will co-design and develop phygital (physical + digital) artefacts, working closely with and for children to create innovative solutions that address the key objectives of the project. Duration: 1 year Estimated start date: March or April 2025 Total salary: €19.367,00 (including VAT) Admission criteria: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent qualification. Application deadline: 5 February 2025, 11:00 (Italian time) Link to the call for applications: https://www.unive.it/data/12137/ <https://www.unive.it/data/12137/> Click on Bando - WatHEMOT For further details regarding the position, requirements, and application process, please refer to the application link above. If you need any additional information, please feel free to contact me. Kindly share this opportunity with potential candidates in your network. Best regards, Alessandra Melonio Alessandra Melonio, PhD Associate Professor Department of Environmental Sciences, Informatics and Statistics Ca’ Foscari University of Venice alessandra.melonio(a)unive.it

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20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) : Call for Extended Abstracts, Posters, Demos, Artefacts and DC papers

by Announce

*** Call for Extended Abstracts, Posters, Demos, Artefacts and DC Papers *** 20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) May 5-7, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://2025.persuasivetech.org (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) In a world in which technology is increasingly present in people’s lives, and changing human behavior and attitudes is often the key to solving many societal and personal problems, studying how technology might be used to influence humans (in their behavior, attitudes and information processing), is paramount. Persuasive Technology is a vibrant interdisciplinary research field, focusing on the design, development and evaluation of interactive technologies aimed at influencing people’s attitudes and/or behaviors through persuasion, but not through coercion or deception. The research community aims at enriching people’s lives in various domains such as health and sustainability by supporting people in setting and achieving their own goals, thus helping them change their behavior. The 2025 conference will be hosted in Limassol, Cyprus at the 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina. The previous successful conferences have been organized in Wollongong, Limassol, Eindhoven, Stanford, Oulu, Claremont, Copenhagen, Columbus, Linköping, Sydney, Padua, Chicago, Salzburg, Amsterdam, and Waterloo. The conference series seeks to bring together researchers and practitioners from industry and academia working with various topics of persuasive technology. We welcome the following categories of papers and extended abstracts: • Technical papers that introduce novel persuasive technology approaches and solutions alongside evidence of their potential. • Empirical studies which seek to provide evidence and explanation of methods, principles and theories in persuasive systems. • Conceptual-theoretical papers which primarily seek to contribute to the general understanding of the field’s core themes and specificities. • Other papers, e.g. literature reviews or experience reports. SCOPE The scope of the conference includes (but is not limited to) the following topics: • Persuasive systems’ design • Behavior change support systems • Interaction with persuasive systems, interfaces, visualization • Interactive agents in persuasive systems • (Generative) AI for persuasive technology • Tailored and personalized persuasion • Gamification for persuasion • Evaluation and validation of persuasive applications • Fitting methods for development, evaluation and implementation of persuasive systems • Optimizing engagement with persuasive systems • Software architectures and technical infrastructures for persuasive systems • Smart environments, e.g. IoT, and persuasion • Digital Marketing, eCommerce, eTourism and SMART ecosystems • Motivational, cognitive and perceptual factors in persuasive technology • Application domains for persuasive technologies such as safety, healthy living, sustainable behaviors, learning and training, marketing and commerce, work environments, organizations • Positive technology • Humanizing and/or dehumanizing effects of persuasive technology • Values and ethics in persuasive technology • Privacy, perceived security and trust in persuasive technology • Resilience and counter-persuasion • Detecting persuasive strategies in social media posts • Encouraging adherence to safety measures in pandemic situations Questions that we hope to be addressed include, but are not limited to: • How to recognize and demonstrate the real life effects of persuasive technology on people’s attitudes and behaviours? • How to conduct studies that not just show their effectiveness but are also able to explain in more detail why a design or intervention works? • How to design an evaluation study so that it yields insights that are applicable to other designs or interventions? • How theoretical insight can help improve application and/or intervention planning and design? • How can design and intervention studies improve theory? SUBMISSION TYPES Extended Abstracts We also welcome extended abstract submissions to showcase the results of already conducted and unpublished studies where authors do not wish to publish them as regular papers in the conference proceedings but rather present them at the conference for discussions that can shape the final version (that may be submitted elsewhere later). The studies will also be devoted a time slot for oral presentation in a special session. Extended abstracts must be 4 to 6 pages in Springer LNCS format (including references). Accepted abstracts will be published in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval). Selected papers in this category, based on their quality, level of timeliness and relevance, and completion, will also be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal. Poster Presentations This format is suitable for descriptions of smaller studies, project outlines, literature reviews or work-in-progress. Authors should submit a 4-page paper in Springer LNCS format. Accepted posters will be included in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval). Posters will be displayed and presented during a dedicated session of the conference. Demonstrations and Artefacts The Persuasive 2025 track on Demonstrations and Artefact is intended to foster discussion and exchange of ideas among researchers and practitioners from academia and industry by demonstrating or presenting hardware and software products or artefacts, including those in virtual settings (e.g., simulation systems, VR, and games), that range from early research prototypes to mature production-ready systems. The contribution should be the result of original, innovative work, including solving novel technical or research problems, and/or creating novel individual or industrial UI/UX. Accepted demonstrations or presentations shall be presented live during the conference and will be included as a 4-pages paper in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval). Doctoral Consortium Papers The Doctoral Consortium is a special session of the conference where PhD students can receive advice in a constructive atmosphere. Students present and discuss their research with other PhD students and a panel of established researchers in the area of persuasive technology. Students interested in participating in the Doctoral Consortium should submit a 6- to 8-page proposal in Springer LNCS format describing their research question, its position with respect to the state of the art, their research plans and methodology, ideas, and results achieved so far. Accepted abstracts will be included in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval) unless opted out by the student. IMPORTANT DATES • Submission deadline: March 1, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: March 15, 2025 • Camera ready: March 28, 2025 • Author registration deadline: March 28, 2025 • Early bird registration: April 5, 2025 PUBLICATION Accepted papers in these categories will be published by Springer in an adjunct volume of the Lecture Notes in Computer Science series (pending approval, https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs). ORGANISATION General Chairs • Evangelos Karapanos, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Chairs • Raian Ali, HBKU, Qatar • Khin Than Win, University of Wollongong, Australia Demo, Poster and Artefacts • Ruben Hgouveia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal • Hanne Spelt, Philips, Netherlands Workshops and Tutorial Chairs • Rhodora Abadia, University of South Australia, Australia • Kaoru Sumi, Future University of Hakodate, Japan • Wenzhen Xu, Hitotsubashi University, Japan Doctoral Consortium Chairs • Sriram Iyengar, University of of Arizona, USA • Roberto Legaspi, KDDI, Japan • Shahla Meedya, Australian Catholic University, Australia Proceedings Chairs • Elena Vlahu-Gjorgievska, University of Wollongong, Australia • Kiemute Oyibo, University of York, Canada Society for Persuasion and Technology Steering Committee • Raian Ali – Chair Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar • Luca Chittaro – General Member Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Lab, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, University of Udine, Italy • Roberto Legaspi – General Member Research Scientist, Collaborative AI Lab, Human-centered AI Laboratories KDDI Research, Inc., Japan • Harri Oinas-Kukkonen – General Member Professor, Information Systems Science and Dean of Graduate School, University of Oulu, Finland • Kiemute Oyibo – General Member Assistant Professor, Interactive Systems Research Group, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, York University, Canada • Khin Than Win – Secretary Professor at the University of Wollongong, Australia

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SIGCHI Italy - nuova pagina gruppi di ricerca

by Alberto Monge Roffarello

Ciao a tutte e tutti, A seguito del censimento dei gruppi di ricerca attivi nell'area Human-Computer Interaction in Italia che abbiamo recentemente condotto, vi informiamo che la pagina aggiornata è ora disponibile sul sito di SIGCHI Italy al seguente indirizzo: https://sigchitaly.eu/hci-in-italy/ Se fossero necessarie modifiche o integrazioni, vi invitiamo a contattarci a uno dei seguenti indirizzi: Andrea - acantone(a)unisa.it Salvatore - salvatore.andolina(a)polimi.it Alberto - alberto.monge(a)polito.it Grazie e buon fine settimana! Alberto

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[cfp] Call for Papers: End-User Development (IS-EUD 2025) – Submission Deadline February 28, 2025

by Carmen Santoro

Dear all, The 10th International Symposium on End-User Development (IS-EUD 2025) will be held in Munich, Germany from 16 to 18 June 2025. https://iseud2025.ubicomp.net/ This biennial event brings together researchers to share their research and discuss how to advance End-User Development (EUD). Topics range from new approaches to no-code/low-code paradigms, visual programming, and intelligent support for software creation. The focus is on human centered approach. Empowering non-programmers to create, modify and adapt software to their specific needs is of great relevance to enable people to shape and contribute to the digital world. Advances in generative AI and large language models (LLMs) are boosting this field and changing the way we - as developers and end users - design and build software systems. At IS-EUD 2025, we are looking for your contributions on how we can empower individuals to create digital systems. We want to be a space to discuss how these transformative developments are reshaping the field of EUD. Important deadlines * Regular and short paper submission: 28 February 2025 * Workshop proposals submission: 7 February 2025 The conference welcomes papers on * Simple and efficient environments for EUD * GenAI in support of EUD * No-code/low-code paradigms and visual languages for building software and systems * Theoretical concepts and foundations for EUD *New processes, methods and techniques for EUD * Approaches that empower users to create, modify and adapt digital artefacts * Case studies and design implications of EUD challenges and practices Accepted papers will be published in the Springer Lecture Notes in Computer Science (LNCS) series. Workshop proposals and other contributions will be published in the CEUR-WS Adjunct Proceedings. For more details on topics, all deadlines, submission guidelines, and authors instructions, please see: https://iseud2025.ubicomp.net/ Best regards, Carmen and Albrecht and the IS-EUD 2025 Organizing Committee

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CFP: 1st International Workshop on Web3 Applications and the eVolution of dEcentralized finance (WAVE) 2025 @ IEEE ISCC 2025

by Lorenzo Perinello

** **CFP: 1st International Workshop on Web3 Applications and the eVolution of dEcentralized finance (WAVE) 2025 @ IEEE ISCC 2025** * https://sites.google.com/unipi.it/wave2025/home 2-5 July 2025, Bologna, Italy Accepted papers will be published by IEEE and will be available via the IEEE Xplore. Motivation and Rationale Web3 and Decentralized Finance (DeFi) are two key factors of the new Internet era. They are redefining the landscape of digital communications and distributed systems, offering new opportunities for secure, resilient, and scalable applications. The worldwide adoption of Web3 is reshaping how users experience Internet services by including concepts such as decentralization, democratization and rewarding in existing services. The main engine of Web3 is blockchain technology. However, there are numerous areas where there is room for improvement. To begin with, most Web3 applications revolve around DeFi, however, the decentralisation offered by blockchain technology could help plenty of scenarios. Promising scenarios are supply chains, health, decentralized storage, data sharing, power grids, virtual worlds (like the Metaverse) and many more. Additionally, there are other scenarios where Web3 could have a meaningful impact, including IoT, vehicular networks, cloud and edge computing, digital identities, intellectual property management, digital twins, and integration with the physical world. DeFi is still quite far from perfect. Indeed, fungible and non-fungible assets are constantly evolving to include more advanced functionalities as so to increase their adoption. Moreover, DeFi was shown to be susceptible to malicious activity, including fake NFTs, sleepminting, washtrading, rug pull, pump and dump, Maximal Extractable Value and other scams. Finding solutions to foresee and prevent such malevolent practices becomes crucial for the true adoption of this technology. Lastly, blockchain technology has some inherent limitations that are still to be addressed, including creating efficient consensus protocols for public blockchains, and secure channels for transaction confirmation among others. The Web3 Applications and the eVolution of dEcentralized finance (WAVE) workshop analyses the technological challenges and the potential of Web3 and DeFi applications. By bringing together researchers and practitioners, the workshop aims to attract contributions that can discuss how these emerging technologies can shape the future of blockchain, and address the challenges of their adoption. Papers on both theoretical and design aspects are welcomed, which describe and evaluate novel design methods and system prototypes. The workshop also welcomes work-in-progress and position papers. Topics We welcome submission on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: * Web3 Applications and Technologies * Web3 storage decentralization and data sharing * Novel Web3 applications (IoT, networks, cloud computing) * DLTs and Blockchain Technology * Blockchain security and performance * Adoption of blockchain in innovative scenarios * Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and similars (e.g. GameFi, SocialFi) * Application of DeFi to novel scenarios * DeFi vulnerability identification and mitigation * New DeFi services * Decentralized Social Networking: analysis and applications * Decentralized Technology for the Metaverse * NFTs analysis and applications * AI for Web3 and DeFi * Privacy, scalability, and governance * Networking and communications for Web3 and DeFi * Solutions for safe online environments Submission Submissions will be made via EDAS using the following link: https://edas.info/newPaper.php?c=33279 <https://edas.info/newPaper.php?c=33279>. WAVE'25 uses a double-blind review process. The workshop accepts manuscripts up to 6 pages long in the IEEE double-column proceedings format, including tables, figures and references. Important Dates * Papers submission: [Extended Deadline] February 10, 2025 (AoE, UCT -12) * Notification of acceptance: March 14, 2025 * Camera-ready paper due: April 14, 2025 * Workshop: July 2-5, 2025 (tbc) *

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DEADLINE EXTENSION - CFP: Fifth SOCIALIZE Workshop @ ACM IUI 2025

by Giuseppe Sansonetti

[Apologies for cross-posting] ***Paper Submission Deadline Extended: January 23, 2025*** ************WORKSHOP CALL FOR PAPERS************** SOCIALIZE Workshop @ ACM IUI 2025 Fifth Workshop on SOcial and Cultural IntegrAtion with PersonaLIZEd Interfaces (SOCIALIZE) March 24, 2025 Co-located with the 30th ACM International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (IUI) 2025 (https://iui.acm.org/2025/) Cagliari, Italy, March 24-27, 2025 Workshop website: http://socialize2025.di.unito.it/ Submission: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=socialize2025 For any information: socialize2025(a)easychair.org<mailto:socialize2025@easychair.org> ******************Important Dates******************* Submission deadline: January 23, 2025 (EXTENDED) Authors notification: February 13, 2025 (EXTENDED) Camera-ready: March 1, 2025 Workshop date: March 24, 2025 *********************Overview********************** The SOCIALIZE workshop aims to bring together all interested in developing interactive techniques, including social robots, that can help promote social and cultural inclusion of a broad range of users, with a focus on vulnerable groups (e.g., children, elderly, autistic, and disabled people) and disadvantaged, at-risk categories (e.g., refugees and migrants). **********************Topics*********************** The main topics of the workshop are (but not limited to): • Multi-cultural system design; • Empirical studies on the impact of culture on systems; • Cultural and social influence in online learning platforms (e.g., MOOC); • Cultural and social influence in recommender systems; • Cultural and social aspects as contextual factors; • Inclusive recommender systems; • Methods for automatic assessment of social and cultural background from social media; • Strategies for adapting systems to groups of users with different cultural and social backgrounds; • Social-cultural integration and large language models; • Cultural and social situation awareness; • Cross-cultural analyses of trust in systems; • Human-robot interaction and adaptation for cross-cultural users, including under-represented groups; • Humanoid robots and social inclusion; • Adaptation strategies for social human-robot interaction; • Machine learning for social robots; • Emotion, personality, and empathy detection in social human-robot interaction; • Social robots as conversational recommender systems; • Social robots in the real world; • Social assistive robots (e.g., for elderly people or children with autism spectrum disorder); • Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cultural and social inclusion; • Algorithmic bias detection and mitigation for marginalized groups. ********************Submissions******************** Papers should be submitted via Easychair (https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=socialize2025) by January 23, 2025 (extended). All submissions will undergo a peer-review process. Reviewers will consider originality, significance, technical soundness, clarity, and relevance to the workshop’s topics. At least one author of each accepted paper must register for and attend the workshop. The papers accepted at IUI workshops 2025 will be published in common proceedings via CEUR-WS (please see https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-3660/ for last year’s workshop proceedings). - Paper template (single column): http://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/CEURART.zip - Regular papers need to be at least ten pages long (single column) to be published in CEUR-WS proceedings, and short papers need to have at least five pages (please see https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html for more details). For further questions, please contact the workshop organizers at <socialize2025(a)easychair.org<mailto:socialize2025@easychair.org>>. ********************Organization******************** Berardina De Carolis, University of Bari, Italy Fabio Gasparetti, Roma Tre University, Italy Cristina Gena, University of Torino, Italy Styliani Kleanthous, Open University of Cyprus, Cyprus Giuseppe Sansonetti, Roma Tre University, Italy

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DEADLINE EXTENSION - CFP: Fifth SOCIALIZE Workshop @ ACM IUI 2025

by Giuseppe Sansonetti

[Apologies for cross-posting] ***Paper Submission Deadline Extended: January 23, 2025*** ************WORKSHOP CALL FOR PAPERS************** SOCIALIZE Workshop @ ACM IUI 2025 Fifth Workshop on SOcial and Cultural IntegrAtion with PersonaLIZEd Interfaces (SOCIALIZE) March 24, 2025 Co-located with the 30th ACM International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (IUI) 2025 (https://iui.acm.org/2025/) Cagliari, Italy, March 24-27, 2025 Workshop website: http://socialize2025.di.unito.it/ Submission: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=socialize2025 For any information: socialize2025(a)easychair.org<mailto:socialize2025@easychair.org> ******************Important Dates******************* Submission deadline: January 23, 2025 (EXTENDED) Authors notification: February 13, 2025 (EXTENDED) Camera-ready: March 1, 2025 Workshop date: March 24, 2025 *********************Overview********************** The SOCIALIZE workshop aims to bring together all interested in developing interactive techniques, including social robots, that can help promote social and cultural inclusion of a broad range of users, with a focus on vulnerable groups (e.g., children, elderly, autistic, and disabled people) and disadvantaged, at-risk categories (e.g., refugees and migrants). **********************Topics*********************** The main topics of the workshop are (but not limited to): • Multi-cultural system design; • Empirical studies on the impact of culture on systems; • Cultural and social influence in online learning platforms (e.g., MOOC); • Cultural and social influence in recommender systems; • Cultural and social aspects as contextual factors; • Inclusive recommender systems; • Methods for automatic assessment of social and cultural background from social media; • Strategies for adapting systems to groups of users with different cultural and social backgrounds; • Social-cultural integration and large language models; • Cultural and social situation awareness; • Cross-cultural analyses of trust in systems; • Human-robot interaction and adaptation for cross-cultural users, including under-represented groups; • Humanoid robots and social inclusion; • Adaptation strategies for social human-robot interaction; • Machine learning for social robots; • Emotion, personality, and empathy detection in social human-robot interaction; • Social robots as conversational recommender systems; • Social robots in the real world; • Social assistive robots (e.g., for elderly people or children with autism spectrum disorder); • Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cultural and social inclusion; • Algorithmic bias detection and mitigation for marginalized groups. ********************Submissions******************** Papers should be submitted via Easychair (https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=socialize2025) by January 23, 2025. All submissions will undergo a peer-review process. Reviewers will consider originality, significance, technical soundness, clarity, and relevance to the workshop’s topics. At least one author of each accepted paper must register for and attend the workshop. The papers accepted at IUI workshops 2025 will be published in common proceedings via CEUR-WS (please see https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-3660/ for last year’s workshop proceedings). - Paper template (single column): http://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/CEURART.zip - Regular papers need to be at least ten pages long (single column) to be published in CEUR-WS proceedings, and short papers need to have at least five pages (please see https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html for more details). For further questions, please contact the workshop organizers at <socialize2025(a)easychair.org<mailto:socialize2025@easychair.org>>. ********************Organization******************** Berardina De Carolis, University of Bari, Italy Fabio Gasparetti, Roma Tre University, Italy Cristina Gena, University of Torino, Italy Styliani Kleanthous, Open University of Cyprus, Cyprus Giuseppe Sansonetti, Roma Tre University, Italy

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20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) : Last Mile for Paper Submission

by Announce

*** Last Mile for Paper Submission *** 20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) May 5-7, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://2025.persuasivetech.org (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) In a world in which technology is increasingly present in people’s lives, and changing human behavior and attitudes is often the key to solving many societal and personal problems, studying how technology might be used to influence humans (in their behavior, attitudes and information processing), is paramount. Persuasive Technology is a vibrant interdisciplinary research field, focusing on the design, development and evaluation of interactive technologies aimed at influencing people’s attitudes and/or behaviors through persuasion, but not through coercion or deception. The research community aims at enriching people’s lives in various domains such as health and sustainability by supporting people in setting and achieving their own goals, thus helping them change their behavior. The 2025 conference will be hosted in Limassol, Cyprus at the 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina. The previous successful conferences have been organized in Wollongong, Limassol, Eindhoven, Stanford, Oulu, Claremont, Copenhagen, Columbus, Linköping, Sydney, Padua, Chicago, Salzburg, Amsterdam, and Waterloo. The conference series seeks to bring together researchers and practitioners from industry and academia working with various topics of persuasive technology. We welcome the following categories of papers and extended abstracts: • Technical papers that introduce novel persuasive technology approaches and solutions alongside evidence of their potential. • Empirical studies which seek to provide evidence and explanation of methods, principles and theories in persuasive systems. • Conceptual-theoretical papers which primarily seek to contribute to the general understanding of the field’s core themes and specificities. • Other papers, e.g. literature reviews or experience reports. SCOPE The scope of the conference includes (but is not limited to) the following topics: • Persuasive systems’ design • Behavior change support systems • Interaction with persuasive systems, interfaces, visualization • Interactive agents in persuasive systems • (Generative) AI for persuasive technology • Tailored and personalized persuasion • Gamification for persuasion • Evaluation and validation of persuasive applications • Fitting methods for development, evaluation and implementation of persuasive systems • Optimizing engagement with persuasive systems • Software architectures and technical infrastructures for persuasive systems • Smart environments, e.g. IoT, and persuasion • Digital Marketing, eCommerce, eTourism and SMART ecosystems • Motivational, cognitive and perceptual factors in persuasive technology • Application domains for persuasive technologies such as safety, healthy living, sustainable behaviors, learning and training, marketing and commerce, work environments, organizations • Positive technology • Humanizing and/or dehumanizing effects of persuasive technology • Values and ethics in persuasive technology • Privacy, perceived security and trust in persuasive technology • Resilience and counter-persuasion • Detecting persuasive strategies in social media posts • Encouraging adherence to safety measures in pandemic situations Questions that we hope to be addressed include, but are not limited to: • How to recognize and demonstrate the real life effects of persuasive technology on people’s attitudes and behaviours? • How to conduct studies that not just show their effectiveness but are also able to explain in more detail why a design or intervention works? • How to design an evaluation study so that it yields insights that are applicable to other designs or interventions? • How theoretical insight can help improve application and/or intervention planning and design? • How can design and intervention studies improve theory? SUBMISSION TYPES Regular Papers This format is suitable for original research, which is completed work at the time of submission and, regardless of the length of the paper, is a self-sufficient scientific contribution. Papers should be up to 12 pages in length (excluding references), in Springer LNCS format (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…) and describe work not presented, published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere. Accepted papers will be included in the Springer LNCS conference proceedings and be devoted a time slot for oral presentation. Selected papers will be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal (Taylor & Francis). Extended Abstracts We also welcome extended abstract submissions to showcase the results of already conducted and unpublished studies where authors do not wish to publish them as regular papers in the conference proceedings but rather present them at the conference for discussions that can shape the final version (that may be submitted elsewhere later). The studies will also be devoted a time slot for oral presentation in a special session. Extended abstracts must be 4 to 6 pages in Springer LNCS format (including references). Accepted abstracts will be published in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval). Selected papers in this category, based on their quality, level of timeliness and relevance, and completion, will also be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal. Poster Presentations This format is suitable for descriptions of smaller studies, project outlines, literature reviews or work-in-progress. Authors should submit a 4-page paper in Springer LNCS format. Accepted posters will be included in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval). Posters will be displayed and presented during a dedicated session of the conference. Demonstrations and Artefacts The Persuasive 2025 track on Demonstrations and Artefact is intended to foster discussion and exchange of ideas among researchers and practitioners from academia and industry by demonstrating or presenting hardware and software products or artefacts, including those in virtual settings (e.g., simulation systems, VR, and games), that range from early research prototypes to mature production-ready systems. The contribution should be the result of original, innovative work, including solving novel technical or research problems, and/or creating novel individual or industrial UI/UX. Accepted demonstrations or presentations shall be presented live during the conference and will be included as a 4-pages paper in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval). Doctoral Consortium Papers The Doctoral Consortium is a special session of the conference where PhD students can receive advice in a constructive atmosphere. Students present and discuss their research with other PhD students and a panel of established researchers in the area of persuasive technology. Students interested in participating in the Doctoral Consortium should submit a 6- to 8-page proposal in Springer LNCS format describing their research question, its position with respect to the state of the art, their research plans and methodology, ideas, and results achieved so far. Accepted abstracts will be included in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval) unless opted out by the student. IMPORTANT DATES Paper submission: • Submission deadline: January 14, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: February 15, 2025 • Camera ready submission: February 28, 2025 Posters, demos, artefacts, and doctoral consortium submission: • Submission deadline: March 1, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: March 15, 2025 • Camera ready: March 28, 2025 Registration: • Author registration deadline for the main track: February 28, 2025 • Author registration deadline for the rest of the categories: March 28, 2025 • Early bird registration: April 5, 2025 PUBLICATION Accepted papers of the main track (both Full and Short) will be published by Springer in a volume of the Lecture Notes in Computer Science series (https://www.springer.com/gp/ computer-science/lncs). Workshop and demo descriptions, extended abstracts , abstracts from posters, and doctoral consortium abstracts will be published as an adjunct CEUR proceedings. Extended versions of the best papers and selected papers from the conference will be invited to submit to a special issue on Persuasive Technology 2025 in Behaviour and Information Technology, a Taylor & Francis publication. ORGANISATION General Chairs • Evangelos Karapanos, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Chairs • Raian Ali, HBKU, Qatar • Khin Than Win, University of Wollongong, Australia Demo, Poster and Artefacts • Ruben Hgouveia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal • Hanne Spelt, Philips, Netherlands Workshops and Tutorial Chairs • Rhodora Abadia, University of South Australia, Australia • Kaoru Sumi, Future University of Hakodate, Japan • Wenzhen Xu, Hitotsubashi University, Japan Doctoral Consortium Chairs • Sriram Iyengar, University of of Arizona, USA • Roberto Legaspi, KDDI, Japan • Shahla Meedya, Australian Catholic University, Australia Proceedings Chairs • Elena Vlahu-Gjorgievska, University of Wollongong, Australia • Kiemute Oyibo, University of York, Canada Society for Persuasion and Technology Steering Committee • Raian Ali – Chair Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar • Luca Chittaro – General Member Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Lab, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, University of Udine, Italy • Roberto Legaspi – General Member Research Scientist, Collaborative AI Lab, Human-centered AI Laboratories KDDI Research, Inc., Japan • Harri Oinas-Kukkonen – General Member Professor, Information Systems Science and Dean of Graduate School, University of Oulu, Finland • Kiemute Oyibo – General Member Assistant Professor, Interactive Systems Research Group, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, York University, Canada • Khin Than Win – Secretary Professor at the University of Wollongong, Australia

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Un ringraziamento speciale a Maria Francesca Costabile

by Giuliana VITIELLO

Care Colleghe e cari Colleghi, Con profonda emozione e un pizzico di nostalgia, desideriamo condividere con voi una notizia importante: Maria Francesca Costabile, cui dobbiamo la nascita e lo sviluppo del gruppo italiano di HCI, lo scorso 31 dicembre 2024 ha concluso la sua straordinaria carriera accademica presso l'Università di Bari, avviandosi verso il meritato pensionamento. Francesca è stata una pioniera nel nostro settore, fondando e poi guidando con passione, dedizione e una visione unica lo sviluppo della nostra comunità. Il suo lavoro e il suo impegno costante e tenace hanno gettato le basi per la crescita dell’HCI in Italia, creando spazi di dialogo e collaborazione che hanno ispirato diversi ricercatori. Come comunità, le dobbiamo molto: il suo contributo non è stato solo scientifico, ma anche umano, grazie alla sua capacità di unire persone e di promuovere uno spirito di condivisione e coesione. Siamo certi che, anche in questa nuova fase della sua vita, Francesca continuerà a ispirarci con il suo entusiasmo e a dispensare consigli su come far crescere sempre più la nostra comunità e l'impatto della nostra ricerca. A Francesca va il nostro più sentito ringraziamento e un caloroso augurio per un futuro ricco di soddisfazioni e serenità! Un caro saluto a tutti, Maristella Matera, Rosa Lanzilotti e Giuliana Vitiello --- Prof. Giuliana Vitiello, PhD Director HCI-UsE Lab Department of Computer Science University of Salerno Italy phone +39 089 963317 cell +39 3666758965 https:// <https://docenti.unisa.it/003730/home> docenti.unisa.it/giuliana.vitiello

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CfP: IJCAI-2025 Special Track on AI, the Arts, and Creativity

by Allegra De Filippo

IJCAI-2025 Special Track on AI, the Arts, and Creativity AI has been used in recent years to generate creative artefacts or behaviours in domains such as music, visual arts, storytelling, literature and poetry, games, architecture, design, autonomously or in collaboration with humans. There is also a growing interest in developing AI techniques to play roles in creative processes beyond generation, including analysis, evaluation and curation, as well as in creative solving of complex problems and in supporting co-creation environments. The IJCAI 2025 AI, Arts & Creativity special track aims to explore the relationships between AI and the arts, creativity and creative practice. We welcome original technical submissions addressing, e.g., the following questions, but stating explicitly how the proposed research relates with the underlying creative process: * AI systems that autonomously produce artistic outputs * Design of AI systems that support, challenge and provoke human creativity through collaboration and co-creation * Techniques aiming at combining fast inference and problem solving for creative tasks, in the spirit of Kahneman’s System I and System II. * Ethical issues raised by creative AI systems, including appropriation, authorship, integrity and bias * The application of AI to creative problem-solving, ideation and generation of creative behaviour in robotics, software systems, and other non-artistic domains * Computational paradigms, architectures and algorithms to model, simulate or implement creativity and creative processes * Methodologies for the evaluation or curation of artefacts created with AI systems * The cultural and social impacts of AI on creativity, creative practice, education and society * Evaluation of the role and application of AI to better understand human creative processes * Computational implementations inspired by fields such as psychology or cognitive science Important Dates Submission deadline (full papers, no separate abstract submission): February 11, 2025 Notification: April 28, 2025 Note: All deadlines are anywhere on earth. Submission of Research Papers Research papers are submitted with the same format and general guidelines as for the main conference (https://2025.ijcai.org/call-for-papers-main-track/) except that there will be no summary reject phase and no rebuttal, and we do not require extra files to be uploaded for previously rejected papers. Please note that submissions should relate explicitly to the theme of the track, ideally in the abstract, and will be desk-rejected otherwise. General machine learning papers should be submitted to IJCAI’s main track. Research paper submissions must meet all the Submission Requirements described in the above general instructions. In particular, they must be anonymous, and papers are expected to satisfy the highest scientific standards as submissions to the main track of IJCAI 2025. Also, double submissions to the special track and main conference are not allowed. Submit your research paper here: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/IJCAI2025 Accepted research papers will be included in the IJCAI 2025 proceedings. Submission of Demos As in previous editions, the authors will not be able to submit demos to the AI, Arts & Creativity track. However, they are invited to submit demos that are relevant to this special track’s topic to the IJCAI 2025 Demo track, indicating the “AI, Arts & Creativity” nature of the demo within the submission procedure. Participation in the conference At least one author of each accepted paper must participate in the conference at Montreal and present the work. We are looking forward to the community meeting in person. Authors who possess evidence indicating their inability to obtain visas for Canada may submit a request to pcchair(a)2025.ijcai.org to participate in the satellite event in Guangzhou. Papers not presented in person, whether at the main conference in Montreal or the satellite event in Guangzhou, will be excluded from the proceedings unless one of the authors provides notification of exceptional circumstances to IJCAI via pcchair(a)2025.ijcai.org. Any such exceptional circumstances must receive prior approval from IJCAI. The Track Chairs, F. Amilcar Cardoso François Pachet Allegra De Filippo Enquiries Please, send all enquiries about the AI, Arts & Creativity Track to the Track Co-Chairs via email: arts(a)2025.ijcai.org

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Call for Participation & Papers - ACAIN 2025 - 5th Int. Advanced Course & Symposium on Artificial Intelligence & Neuroscience, September 21-24 2025, Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) Tuscany, Italy -> Deadline: March 23

by ICAS Organizing Committee

Call for Participation & Call for Papers (apologies for multiple copies) _______________________________________________________ The 5th International Advanced *Course* & *Symposium* on Artificial Intelligence & Neuroscience, September 21-24, 2025, Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) Tuscany, Italy W: https://acain2025.icas.events E: acain(a)icas.cc FB: https://www.facebook.com/ACAIN.LakeDistrict/ Symposium Deadlines: Paper Submission (Symposium): by March 23 (AoE) https://acain2025.icas.events/symposium-call-for-papers/ https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=acain2025 Course Deadlines: Regular Registration (Course): by March 23 (AoE) https://acain2025.icas.events/course-description/ https://acain2025.icas.events/registration/ https://2025.iaiss.cc/deadlines/ SCOPE & MOTIVATION: ACAIN: AI meets Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Science The ACAIN symposium and course is an interdisciplinary event featuring leading scientists from AI and Neuroscience, providing a special opportunity to learn about cutting-edge research in the fields of AI, Neuroscience, Neuroscience-Inspired AI, Human-Level AI, and Cognitive Science. The Advanced Course and Symposium on Artificial Intelligence & Neuroscience (ACAIN) is a full-immersion four-day Course and Symposium in Tuscany on cutting-edge advances in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience with lectures delivered by world-renowned experts. The Course provides a stimulating environment for academics, early career researchers, Post-Docs, PhD students and industry leaders. Participants will also have the chance to present their results with oral talks or posters, and to interact with their colleagues, in a convivial and productive environment. Two days of keynote talks and oral presentations, the ACAIN Symposium, (September 23-24), will be preceded by lectures of leading scientists, the ACAIN Course, (September 21-22). Bringing together AI and neuroscience promises to yield benefits for both fields. The future impact and progress in both AI and Neuroscience will strongly depend on continuous synergy, exchange, collaboration and efficient cooperation between the two research communities. These are the goals of the International Course and Symposium - ACAIN, which is aimed both at AI experts with interests in Neuroscience and at neuroscientists with an interest in AI. ACAIN accepts rigorous research that promotes and fosters multidisciplinary interactions between artificial intelligence and neuroscience. The Advanced Course is suited for scholars, academics, early career researchers, Post-Docs, PhD students and industry leaders. The Event (Course and Symposium) will involve a total of 36-40 hours of lectures. Academically, this will be equivalent to 8 ECTS points for the PhD Students and the Master Students attending the Event. LECTURERS: György Buzsáki, NYU Neuroscience Institute, New York University, USA Panos Pardalos, University of Florida, USA Maneesh Sahani, University College London, UK Jonathon Shlens, Google DeepMind, USA Dimitra Thomaidou, Hellenic Pasteur Institute, Greece Marina Vidaki, University of Crete, Medical School, Crete, Greece More Speakers TBA https://acain2025.icas.events/course-lecturers/ SYMPOSIUM PROGRAM COMMITTEE (partial list, confirmed members): https://acain2025.icas.events/program-committee/ ORGANIZING COMMITTEE: https://acain2025.icas.events/symposium-committee/ VENUE & ACCOMMODATION: https://acain2025.icas.events/venue/ ACAIN is a *Residential Conference*, all participants (invited speakers, authors, organizers, chairs, participants) must book and stay at the Riva del Sole Resort and Spa. No exceptions are allowed. Riva del Sole Resort & SPA a: Località Riva del Sole - Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) CAP 58043, Tuscany - Italy p: +39-0564-928111 f: +39-0564-935607 e: booking.events(a)rivadelsole.it w: www.rivadelsole.it/en ACTIVITIES: https://acain2025.icas.events/activities/ REGISTRATION: https://acain2025.icas.events/registration/ See you in Tuscany in September! ACAIN Organizing Committee. E: acain(a)icas.cc W: https://acain2025.icas.events FB: https://www.facebook.com/ACAIN.LakeDistrict Obviously, this is only a Call for Participation & Call for Papers, to have complete and updated information we recommend you access the relevant website: https://acain2025.icas.events * Apologies for multiple copies. Please forward to anybody who might be interested *

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The 24th IFIP Conference e-Business, e-Services, and e-Society (I3E 2025): Third Call for Papers

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*** Third Call for Papers *** The 24th IFIP Conference e-Business, e-Services, and e-Society (I3E 2025) September 9-11, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://cyprusconferences.org/i3e2025/ (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) (*** Journal Special Issue with Springer's SN Computer Science ***) Conference theme: “Pervasive digital services for people’s well-being, inclusion and sustainable development” OVERVIEW Next-gen digital services contribute to people’s well-being, inclusion, and sustainable development, re-shaping e-business, e-services, and e-society. Such services are pervasive both since they run on a large variety of heterogeneous devices and they permeate various aspects of daily life, by offering accessible and personalised experiences to all individuals. The proposed theme advocates for the design, implementation and operations of novel digital solutions that satisfy the needs of different individuals, while contributing to their well-being and to preserving the Planet. I3E 2025 will collect contributions about the creation and management of user-centric accessible platforms, applications, and services that empower individuals to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. The proposed theme aims at emphasizing how it is possible to leverage different technologies to address pressing societal challenges such as, for instance, healthcare access, education, poverty alleviation, sustainable usage of resources, and social equity, towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. TOPICS OF INTEREST Areas of particular interest include but are not limited to: e-Business • Innovative e-business models • Inter-organizational systems • Business process integration • Business process re-engineering • e-Marketplaces, e-Hubs and portals • Digital goods and products • User behaviour modeling • Mobile business • Enterprise application integration • e-Negotiations, auctioning and contracting • Supply, demand, and value chains • e-Commerce content management • Dynamic pricing models • Trust and security • Mobile Commerce • Business Intelligence • Business Ontologies and Models • E-Business Models e-Services • e-Service composition • Inter-organizational services • e-Collaboration and e-Services • Service-oriented computing • Web services • Semantic web services • Service workflows • Virtual organizations and coalitions • Virtual enterprises and virtual markets • Web 2.0 applications • Agent-oriented e-Services • P2P co-operation models • Ubiquitous, mobile, and pervasive services • Application service management • Services and service management in the cloud-edge continuum • Next-gen AI services • Enterprise Ontologies • Accessibility • Usability e-Society • e-Government (e.g. G2G, G2B, or G2C) • Digital cities and regions • e-Democracy and e-Governance • e-Inclusion to information society • e-Health and e-Education • Public e-Services for citizens and enterprises • One-stop government service integration • Mobile public services • Multimedia and multilingualism • Digital culture and digital divide • Privacy and security • Legal societal and cultural issues • Public-private partnerships • International dimension of e-Gov • E-society and AI • Digital Transformation • Social Computing • Green Computing • Sustainable Technologies • Humanitarian & Emergency Management • Digital Inclusion • Digital Literacy SUBMISSION Authors should submit original, unpublished research papers. All papers must not simultaneously be submitted to another journal or conference. All accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings. Therefore, submissions should not be under consideration for any other conference or journal outlet. Authors should consult Springer’s authors’ guidelines and use their proceedings templates to prepare their papers (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…). Authors can submit their proceedings articles using the EasyChair platform. Please use the following link: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=i3e2025 . Length of papers The most common types of papers accepted for publication are full papers (12 pages) and short papers (7 pages). We only wish to publish papers of significant scientific content. Journal Special Issue Authors of selected papers will be invited to submit an extended and revised version of their paper (with at least 30% additional material) for fast-track review and publication in Springer's SN Computer Science (https://link.springer.com/journal/42979). IMPORTANT DATES • Paper Submission: May 19, 2025 (AoE) • Author Notification: June 23, 2025 • Camera-ready: June 30, 2025 • Author Registration: June 30, 2025 ORGANISATION Conference Chair • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus Conference Co-Chairs • Yogesh K. Dwivedi, Emerging Markets Research Centre (EMaRC) • Georgia Kapitsaki, University of Cyprus • Matti Mäntymäki, University of Turku • Ilias Pappas, Norwegian University of Science and Technology • Marinos Themistocleous, University of Nicosia Program Co-Chairs • Achilleas Achilleos, Frederick University of Cyprus • Stefano Forti, University of Pisa • Angelika Kokkinaki, University of Nicosia

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20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025): Last Call for Workshop Proposals

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*** Last Call for Workshop Proposals *** 20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) May 5-7, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://2025.persuasivetech.org (*** Workshop proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) In a world in which technology is increasingly present in people’s lives, and changing human behavior and attitudes is often the key to solving many societal and personal problems, studying how technology might be used to influence humans (in their behavior, attitudes and information processing), is paramount. Persuasive Technology is a vibrant interdisciplinary research field, focusing on the design, development and evaluation of interactive technologies aimed at influencing people’s attitudes and/or behaviors through persuasion, but not through coercion or deception. The research community aims at enriching people’s lives in various domains such as health and sustainability by supporting people in setting and achieving their own goals, thus helping them change their behavior. The 2025 conference will be hosted in Limassol, Cyprus at the 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina. The previous successful conferences have been organized in Wollongong, Limassol, Eindhoven, Stanford, Oulu, Claremont, Copenhagen, Columbus, Linköping, Sydney, Padua, Chicago, Salzburg, Amsterdam, and Waterloo. The conference series seeks to bring together researchers and practitioners from industry and academia working with various topics of persuasive technology. SCOPE The scope of the conference includes (but is not limited to) the following topics: • Persuasive systems’ design • Behavior change support systems • Interaction with persuasive systems, interfaces, visualization • Interactive agents in persuasive systems • (Generative) AI for persuasive technology • Tailored and personalized persuasion • Gamification for persuasion • Evaluation and validation of persuasive applications • Fitting methods for development, evaluation and implementation of persuasive systems • Optimizing engagement with persuasive systems • Software architectures and technical infrastructures for persuasive systems • Smart environments, e.g. IoT, and persuasion • Digital Marketing, eCommerce, eTourism and SMART ecosystems • Motivational, cognitive and perceptual factors in persuasive technology • Application domains for persuasive technologies such as safety, healthy living, sustainable behaviors, learning and training, marketing and commerce, work environments, organizations • Positive technology • Humanizing and/or dehumanizing effects of persuasive technology • Values and ethics in persuasive technology • Privacy, perceived security and trust in persuasive technology • Resilience and counter-persuasion • Detecting persuasive strategies in social media posts • Encouraging adherence to safety measures in pandemic situations Questions that we hope to be addressed include, but are not limited to: • How to recognize and demonstrate the real life effects of persuasive technology on people’s attitudes and behaviours? • How to conduct studies that not just show their effectiveness but are also able to explain in more detail why a design or intervention works? • How to design an evaluation study so that it yields insights that are applicable to other designs or interventions? • How theoretical insight can help improve application and/or intervention planning and design? • How can design and intervention studies improve theory? WORKSHOP PROPOSALS Workshops are meant to gather a number of people to work interactively on an emerging topic and exchange ideas. Approved workshops will be announced on the conference website. Workshops will take place during a half- or full-day session before the conference. If you want to organize a workshop, please submit a proposal as a maximum 4-page description in Springer LNCS format (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…), including a description of the topic, motivation, organization (including the list of organizing members, how the organizers will form a program committee), duration of the workshop, expected outcome, and supporting materials (if applicable). Accepted workshop papers will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS (pending approval). Alternatively, the workshop organisers have the option of publishing the accepted papers to their workshops in CEUR (https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html). Workshop organisers must commit to creating their Call for Papers and their website within one week of the notification. Please email your proposal by January 10, 2025, to the workshop chairs: Wenzhen Xu (wenzhen.xu AT r.hit-u.ac.jp), Rhoda Abadia (Rhoda.Abadia AT unisa.edu.au), and Kaoru Sumi (kaoru.sumi AT acm.org). The organizing committee will review the proposals and communicate the results by January 17, 2025. IMPORTANT DATES Workshop and tutorial proposals: • Submission deadline: January 10, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: January 17, 2025 Workshop papers submission: • Submission deadline: March 1, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: March 15, 2025 • Camera ready and author registration: March 28, 2025 ORGANISATION General Chairs • Evangelos Karapanos, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Chairs • Raian Ali, HBKU, Qatar • Khin Than Win, University of Wollongong, Australia Demo, Poster and Artefacts • Ruben Hgouveia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal • Hanne Spelt, Philips, Netherlands Workshops and Tutorial Chairs • Rhodora Abadia, University of South Australia, Australia • Kaoru Sumi, Future University of Hakodate, Japan • Wenzhen Xu, Hitotsubashi University, Japan Doctoral Consortium Chairs • Sriram Iyengar, University of of Arizona, USA • Roberto Legaspi, KDDI, Japan • Shahla Meedya, Australian Catholic University, Australia Proceedings Chairs • Elena Vlahu-Gjorgievska, University of Wollongong, Australia • Kiemute Oyibo, University of York, Canada Society for Persuasion and Technology Steering Committee • Raian Ali – Chair Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar • Luca Chittaro – General Member Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Lab, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, University of Udine, Italy • Roberto Legaspi – General Member Research Scientist, Collaborative AI Lab, Human-centered AI Laboratories KDDI Research, Inc., Japan • Harri Oinas-Kukkonen – General Member Professor, Information Systems Science and Dean of Graduate School, University of Oulu, Finland • Kiemute Oyibo – General Member Assistant Professor, Interactive Systems Research Group, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, York University, Canada • Khin Than Win – Secretary Professor at the University of Wollongong, Australia

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[FINAL CALL] AXAI Workshop 2025 @ ACM IUI - Submission Deadline Jan 13 (10 days left) - Happy New Year!

by Tommaso Turchi

*[Apologies for cross-posting]* Happy New Year to all! As we begin 2025, we would like to remind you of our upcoming workshop and kindly request you to share this final call with your networks. # CALL FOR PAPERS: Adaptive eXplainable AI Workshop 2025 - Final Call With the submission deadline approaching in 10 days, we are reaching out one final time regarding the second edition of the Adaptive XAI (AXAI) Workshop, to be held in conjunction with ACM IUI 2025. As the integration of Artificial Intelligence into daily decision-making processes intensifies, the need for clear communication between humans and AI systems becomes crucial. This workshop is dedicated to exploring the design and development of intelligent interfaces that adaptively explain AI's decision-making processes, with a strong focus on human-centric principles. ## Important Dates * Submission Deadline: January 13, 2025 (10 days remaining) * Notification: January 20, 2025 * Camera Ready: February 10, 2025 * Workshop Date: March 24, 2025 ## Submission Guidelines * Length: 5-10 pages * Format: CEUR-ART 1-column Template * Submission Website: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/AXAI2025/ ## Workshop Focus In line with the human-centric principles of the Future Artificial Intelligence Research (FAIR) project, this workshop seeks to explore, understand and develop interfaces that dynamically adapt, thereby creating explanations of AI-based systems that both relate to and resonate with a range of users with different explanation-based requirements. As AI's role in our lives becomes ever more embedded, the ways in which such systems explain elements about the system need to be malleable and responsive to the ever-evolving individual's cognitive state, relating to contextual needs/focus and to the social setting. ## Topics Building on the success of our first edition, we welcome submissions that address, but are not limited to, the following emerging trends and challenges: 1. **Personalized XAI Interfaces** * Adaptive systems responding to users' evolving needs * Context-aware explanation mechanisms * User modeling for explanation adaptation 2. **Novel Interaction Modalities for XAI** * Multimodal explanation interfaces * Immersive XAI experiences * Visual Languages for AI interaction 3. **Ethical Considerations in Adaptive XAI** * Transparency and trust * User autonomy * Fairness in adaptive systems 4. **Domain-Specific XAI Applications** * Healthcare * Finance * Autonomous systems 5. **Evaluation Methodologies** * Assessment frameworks for adaptive interfaces * User studies and empirical evaluations * Metrics for explanation quality 6. **Over-reliance and Automation Bias** * Maintaining appropriate user skepticism * Engagement strategies * Balance between trust and critical thinking 7. **LLMs in XAI** * Potential and limitations * Human-understandable explanation generation * Integration with existing XAI frameworks 8. **Interactive Machine Learning** * User-in-the-loop systems * Real-time adjustments * Dynamic explanation generation 9. **Hybrid Decision-Making Frameworks** * Human-AI collaboration * Adaptive explanation support * Knowledge integration ## Organizers * Tommaso Turchi, University of Pisa * Alessio Malizia, University of Pisa * Fabio Paternò, CNR-ISTI, Pisa * Simone Borsci, University of Twente * Alan Chamberlain, University of Nottingham * Andrew Fish, University of Liverpool For more information, please visit our website at https://axai.trx.li or contact Tommaso Turchi (tommaso.turchi(a)unipi.it). Join us in Cagliari, Sardinia (Italy) to shape the future of human-AI interaction! As we start the new year, we warmly encourage you to forward this final call to relevant mailing lists and share with colleagues who might be interested in contributing to this exciting workshop. We look forward to receiving your submissions and to a stimulating exchange of ideas in Cagliari! //==============================\\ Tommaso Turchi Department of Computer Science University of Pisa \\==============================//

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2nd CFP: Fifth SOCIALIZE Workshop @ ACM IUI 2025

by Giuseppe Sansonetti

[Apologies for cross-posting] ************WORKSHOP CALL FOR PAPERS************** SOCIALIZE Workshop @ ACM IUI 2025 Fifth Workshop on SOcial and Cultural IntegrAtion with PersonaLIZEd Interfaces (SOCIALIZE) March 24, 2025 Co-located with the 30th ACM International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (IUI) 2025 (https://iui.acm.org/2025/) Cagliari, Italy, March 24-27, 2025 Workshop website: http://socialize2025.di.unito.it/ Submission: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=socialize2025 For any information: socialize2025(a)easychair.org<mailto:socialize2025@easychair.org> ******************Important Dates******************* Submission deadline: January 15, 2025 Authors notification: January 20, 2025 Camera-ready: March 1, 2025 Workshop date: March 24, 2025 *********************Overview********************** The SOCIALIZE workshop aims to bring together all interested in developing interactive techniques, including social robots, that can help promote social and cultural inclusion of a broad range of users, with a focus on vulnerable groups (e.g., children, elderly, autistic, and disabled people) and disadvantaged, at-risk categories (e.g., refugees and migrants). **********************Topics*********************** The main topics of the workshop are (but not limited to): • Multi-cultural system design; • Empirical studies on the impact of culture on systems; • Cultural and social influence in online learning platforms (e.g., MOOC); • Cultural and social influence in recommender systems; • Cultural and social aspects as contextual factors; • Inclusive recommender systems; • Methods for automatic assessment of social and cultural background from social media; • Strategies for adapting systems to groups of users with different cultural and social backgrounds; • Social-cultural integration and large language models; • Cultural and social situation awareness; • Cross-cultural analyses of trust in systems; • Human-robot interaction and adaptation for cross-cultural users, including under-represented groups; • Humanoid robots and social inclusion; • Adaptation strategies for social human-robot interaction; • Machine learning for social robots; • Emotion, personality, and empathy detection in social human-robot interaction; • Social robots as conversational recommender systems; • Social robots in the real world; • Social assistive robots (e.g., for elderly people or children with autism spectrum disorder); • Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cultural and social inclusion; • Algorithmic bias detection and mitigation for marginalized groups. ********************Submissions******************** Papers should be submitted via Easychair (https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=socialize2025) by January 15, 2025. All submissions will undergo a peer-review process. Reviewers will consider originality, significance, technical soundness, clarity, and relevance to the workshop’s topics. At least one author of each accepted paper must register for and attend the workshop. The papers accepted at IUI workshops 2025 will be published in common proceedings via CEUR-WS (please see https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-3660/ for last year’s workshop proceedings). - Paper template (single column): http://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/CEURART.zip - Regular papers need to be at least ten pages long (single column) to be published in CEUR-WS proceedings, and short papers need to have at least five pages (please see https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html for more details). For further questions, please contact the workshop organizers at <socialize2025(a)easychair.org<mailto:socialize2025@easychair.org>>. ********************Organization******************** Berardina De Carolis, University of Bari, Italy Fabio Gasparetti, Roma Tre University, Italy Cristina Gena, University of Torino, Italy Styliani Kleanthous, Open University of Cyprus, Cyprus Giuseppe Sansonetti, Roma Tre University, Italy

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20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) : Last Call for Papers

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*** Last Call for Papers *** 20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) May 5-7, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://2025.persuasivetech.org (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) In a world in which technology is increasingly present in people’s lives, and changing human behavior and attitudes is often the key to solving many societal and personal problems, studying how technology might be used to influence humans (in their behavior, attitudes and information processing), is paramount. Persuasive Technology is a vibrant interdisciplinary research field, focusing on the design, development and evaluation of interactive technologies aimed at influencing people’s attitudes and/or behaviors through persuasion, but not through coercion or deception. The research community aims at enriching people’s lives in various domains such as health and sustainability by supporting people in setting and achieving their own goals, thus helping them change their behavior. The 2025 conference will be hosted in Limassol, Cyprus at the 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina. The previous successful conferences have been organized in Wollongong, Limassol, Eindhoven, Stanford, Oulu, Claremont, Copenhagen, Columbus, Linköping, Sydney, Padua, Chicago, Salzburg, Amsterdam, and Waterloo. The conference series seeks to bring together researchers and practitioners from industry and academia working with various topics of persuasive technology. We welcome the following categories of papers and extended abstracts: • Technical papers that introduce novel persuasive technology approaches and solutions alongside evidence of their potential. • Empirical studies which seek to provide evidence and explanation of methods, principles and theories in persuasive systems. • Conceptual-theoretical papers which primarily seek to contribute to the general understanding of the field’s core themes and specificities. • Other papers, e.g. literature reviews or experience reports. SCOPE The scope of the conference includes (but is not limited to) the following topics: • Persuasive systems’ design • Behavior change support systems • Interaction with persuasive systems, interfaces, visualization • Interactive agents in persuasive systems • (Generative) AI for persuasive technology • Tailored and personalized persuasion • Gamification for persuasion • Evaluation and validation of persuasive applications • Fitting methods for development, evaluation and implementation of persuasive systems • Optimizing engagement with persuasive systems • Software architectures and technical infrastructures for persuasive systems • Smart environments, e.g. IoT, and persuasion • Digital Marketing, eCommerce, eTourism and SMART ecosystems • Motivational, cognitive and perceptual factors in persuasive technology • Application domains for persuasive technologies such as safety, healthy living, sustainable behaviors, learning and training, marketing and commerce, work environments, organizations • Positive technology • Humanizing and/or dehumanizing effects of persuasive technology • Values and ethics in persuasive technology • Privacy, perceived security and trust in persuasive technology • Resilience and counter-persuasion • Detecting persuasive strategies in social media posts • Encouraging adherence to safety measures in pandemic situations Questions that we hope to be addressed include, but are not limited to: • How to recognize and demonstrate the real life effects of persuasive technology on people’s attitudes and behaviours? • How to conduct studies that not just show their effectiveness but are also able to explain in more detail why a design or intervention works? • How to design an evaluation study so that it yields insights that are applicable to other designs or interventions? • How theoretical insight can help improve application and/or intervention planning and design? • How can design and intervention studies improve theory? SUBMISSION TYPES Regular Papers This format is suitable for original research, which is completed work at the time of submission and, regardless of the length of the paper, is a self-sufficient scientific contribution. Papers should be up to 12 pages in length (excluding references), in Springer LNCS format (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…) and describe work not presented, published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere. Accepted papers will be included in the Springer LNCS conference proceedings and be devoted a time slot for oral presentation. Selected papers will be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal (Taylor & Francis). Extended Abstracts We also welcome extended abstract submissions to showcase the results of already conducted and unpublished studies where authors do not wish to publish them as regular papers in the conference proceedings but rather present them at the conference for discussions that can shape the final version (that may be submitted elsewhere later). The studies will also be devoted a time slot for oral presentation in a special session. Extended abstracts must be 4 to 6 pages in Springer LNCS format (including references). Accepted abstracts will be published in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval). Selected papers in this category, based on their quality, level of timeliness and relevance, and completion, will also be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal. Poster Presentations This format is suitable for descriptions of smaller studies, project outlines, literature reviews or work-in-progress. Authors should submit a 4-page paper in Springer LNCS format. Accepted posters will be included in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval). Posters will be displayed and presented during a dedicated session of the conference. Demonstrations and Artefacts The Persuasive 2025 track on Demonstrations and Artefact is intended to foster discussion and exchange of ideas among researchers and practitioners from academia and industry by demonstrating or presenting hardware and software products or artefacts, including those in virtual settings (e.g., simulation systems, VR, and games), that range from early research prototypes to mature production-ready systems. The contribution should be the result of original, innovative work, including solving novel technical or research problems, and/or creating novel individual or industrial UI/UX. Accepted demonstrations or presentations shall be presented live during the conference and will be included as a 4-pages paper in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval). Doctoral Consortium Papers The Doctoral Consortium is a special session of the conference where PhD students can receive advice in a constructive atmosphere. Students present and discuss their research with other PhD students and a panel of established researchers in the area of persuasive technology. Students interested in participating in the Doctoral Consortium should submit a 6- to 8-page proposal in Springer LNCS format describing their research question, its position with respect to the state of the art, their research plans and methodology, ideas, and results achieved so far. Accepted abstracts will be included in the adjunct Springer proceedings (pending approval) unless opted out by the student. IMPORTANT DATES Paper submission: • Submission deadline: January 14, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: February 15, 2025 • Camera ready submission: February 28, 2025 Posters, demos, artefacts, and doctoral consortium submission: • Submission deadline: March 1, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: March 15, 2025 • Camera ready: March 28, 2025 Registration: • Author registration deadline for the main track: February 28, 2025 • Author registration deadline for the rest of the categories: March 28, 2025 • Early bird registration: April 5, 2025 PUBLICATION Accepted papers of the main track (both Full and Short) will be published by Springer in a volume of the Lecture Notes in Computer Science series (https://www.springer.com/gp/ computer-science/lncs). Workshop and demo descriptions, extended abstracts , abstracts from posters, and doctoral consortium abstracts will be published as an adjunct CEUR proceedings. Extended versions of the best papers and selected papers from the conference will be invited to submit to a special issue on Persuasive Technology 2025 in Behaviour and Information Technology, a Taylor & Francis publication. ORGANISATION General Chairs • Evangelos Karapanos, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Chairs • Raian Ali, HBKU, Qatar • Khin Than Win, University of Wollongong, Australia Demo, Poster and Artefacts • Ruben Hgouveia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal • Hanne Spelt, Philips, Netherlands Workshops and Tutorial Chairs • Rhodora Abadia, University of South Australia, Australia • Kaoru Sumi, Future University of Hakodate, Japan • Wenzhen Xu, Hitotsubashi University, Japan Doctoral Consortium Chairs • Sriram Iyengar, University of of Arizona, USA • Roberto Legaspi, KDDI, Japan • Shahla Meedya, Australian Catholic University, Australia Proceedings Chairs • Elena Vlahu-Gjorgievska, University of Wollongong, Australia • Kiemute Oyibo, University of York, Canada Society for Persuasion and Technology Steering Committee • Raian Ali – Chair Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar • Luca Chittaro – General Member Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Lab, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, University of Udine, Italy • Roberto Legaspi – General Member Research Scientist, Collaborative AI Lab, Human-centered AI Laboratories KDDI Research, Inc., Japan • Harri Oinas-Kukkonen – General Member Professor, Information Systems Science and Dean of Graduate School, University of Oulu, Finland • Kiemute Oyibo – General Member Assistant Professor, Interactive Systems Research Group, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, York University, Canada • Khin Than Win – Secretary Professor at the University of Wollongong, Australia

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19th European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA 2025): Third Call for Paper Submission, Tools & Demos and Workshop Proposals

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*** Third Call for Paper Submission, Tools & Demos, and Workshop Proposals *** 19th European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA 2025) September 15-19, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://conf.researchr.org/home/ecsa-2025 (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) The European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA) is the premier European software architecture conference, providing researchers, practitioners, and educators with a platform to present and discuss the most recent, innovative, and significant findings and experiences in the field of software architecture research and practice. The 19th European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA 2025) will be held from September 15 to 19, 2025. ECSA 2025 is planned as an in-person conference taking place in the beautiful city of Limassol (Cyprus). SCOPE The theme for ECSA 2025 is “impactful software architecture”. The software architecture discipline has had a critical role in shaping robust, scalable, and maintainable systems. We are interested in learning about software architecture principles and practices, emergence trends and case studies highlighting strategic architectural choices that can lead to enhanced performance, improved collaboration, and long-term sustainability. The overarching question is how these architectural principles and practices, both well-established and emerging, are making an impact in real-world systems, and how that impact is being felt across various domains, from enterprise systems to more novel areas like, e.g., AI-driven or autonomous applications? The Program Committee of the 19th European Conference on Software Architecture seeks submissions of original and unpublished high-quality papers describing fundamental and applied research; new methods, approaches, and processes; novel applications; education and training in software architecture; and experience reports on all topics related to software architecture. We particularly encourage papers that demonstrate that diversity in gender, culture, religion, country, etc. are key factors for success and innovation in software architecture. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: • Foundational principles of software architecture • Relationship of requirements engineering and software architecture • Quality attributes and software architectures • Architecture practices for secure, explainable, and trustworthy software • Architecture design and analysis • Architecture description languages and meta-models • Architecture verification and validation • Management of architectural knowledge, decisions, and rationale • Architecture patterns, styles, and tactics; reference architectures • Architecture viewpoints and views • Architecture conformance • Software architecture virtualization and visualization • Architecture-centric process models and frameworks • Software architecture and agile, incremental, iterative, and continuous development • Component-based models and deployment; middleware • Software architecture and system architecture • Software tools and environments for architecture-centric software engineering • Ethics, cultural, economic, business, social, human, and managerial aspects of software architecture • Architecture and technical debt • Architecting for sustainable and environment friendly systems • Applying AI and LLMs in software architecture and architecting for AI and LLM intensive systems • Software architecture education • Cross-disciplinary approaches to software architecture • Architectures for reconfigurable and self-adaptive systems • Architectural concerns of autonomic systems • Software architecture applied to new and emerging areas, such as the cloud/edge, big data, blockchain, cyber-physical systems, IoT, autonomous systems, systems-of-systems, energy- aware software, quantum computing, AI-enabled systems • Empirical studies, systematic literature reviews, and mapping studies in software architecture • Diversity, equity, and inclusion in activities related to software architecture PAPER SUBMISSIONS ECSA 2025 seeks four types of papers for the research track: • Research papers (max. 16 pages in LNCS style) which describe novel contributions to software architecture research (submissions should cover work that has a sound scientific/technological basis and has been validated) • Education and training papers (max. 16 pages in LNCS style) that address methodologies, experiences and best practices for teaching and training software architecture • Experience reports (max. 16 pages in LNCS style) that cover innovative implementations, novel applications, insightful performance results and experience in applying software architecture research advances to practical situations and systems • Short papers (max. 8 pages in LNCS style) that present novel and preliminary work-in- progress or challenges in a topic of software architecture research, education, and training. Submissions must have a sound basis, but not necessarily be validated in full. All submitted papers will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Papers will be selected based on originality, quality, soundness, and relevance. All contributions must be original, not published, accepted, or submitted for publication elsewhere. Contravention of this concurrent submission policy will be deemed a serious breach of ethics, and appropriate action will be taken in all such cases. Plagiarism checking will be conducted and any paper reporting more than a 20% match with published work will be desk-rejected. To note is that research papers, education and training papers, and experience reports that are rejected in their categories may be re-evaluated as short papers only if the committee decides on rejection of the full paper on the basis that it presents preliminary work. The research track of ECSA 2025 supports an Open Science policy. We encourage all contributing authors to disclose (anonymized and curated) data/artifacts to increase reproducibility. Note that sharing research artifacts is not mandatory for submission or acceptance. Upon submission to the research track, authors are required: • To make their artifacts available to the program committee (via a link to an anonymous repository) and provide instructions on how to access this data in the paper; or • To include in the paper an explanation as to why this is not possible or desirable; and • To indicate why they do not intend to make their data or study materials publicly available upon acceptance, if that is the case While sharing research artifacts is not mandatory for submission or acceptance, authors are required to include a Data Availability statement after the Conclusions section in a section named "Data Availability". This statement should explain whether or not data and/or artifacts are available or how they could be accessed (or not). Upon acceptance, papers with Open Science artifacts (e.g., data, tools, etc.) will be invited to upload their artifacts into the ECSA Zenodo community (https://zenodo.org/communities/ecsa/) to make them accessible and visible to the ECSA community. Sharing artifacts via the ECSA Zenodo community is required for authors to be eligible for the best Open Artifact award. All contributions must be formatted according to the Springer LNCS style (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…). Page limits include figures and references. Contributions need to be submitted in PDF format via EasyChair to the ECSA 2025 Research Track: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ecsa2025. Please select the “Research Track” in EasyChair for your submission and click "Continue". The proceedings will be published by Springer as part of the LNCS series. We also plan to organize a Journal Special Issue on the theme of ECSA 2025 and to invite authors of selected papers to submit an extended version of their research. TOOLS AND DEMOS The Tools and Demonstrations (Tools & Demos) Track provides an opportunity for both researchers and practitioners to present and discuss the most recent advances, ideas, experiences, and challenges in the field of Software Architecture by means of Tools & Demos presentations. Tools & Demos papers are intended to address any aspect of: (i) tool support for software architectures, or (ii) demonstrate results about the application of architectural approaches. Papers submitted to this track can belong to two distinct categories: • Tool papers: These papers deal with the development and evaluation of tools to support software architecture. They may present new tools, extensions to existing tools, or evaluations of the effectiveness of tools. The aim is to provide a platform for the exchange of innovative tools and techniques that help design, implement and analyze software architectures. • Demo papers: These papers will demonstrate concepts, techniques or systems related to software architectures. The focus is on presenting practical applications and implementations of architectural approaches. Demo papers may include live demonstrations, prototypes or simulations that emphasize the benefits and potential of specific architecture solutions. Both Tool Papers and Demo Papers contribute to the advancement of the field by providing insights, experiences and practical solutions related to software architectures. Tools and Demos should not be used as a means for commercial advertisement. We will strive to keep ECSA’s tradition to select the Best Tools & Demo Paper, awarded during the conference. The selection of the best tool and demo paper will be made based on the votes of the attendants of the conference. Submissions of Tools & Demos papers should describe the work, how it relates to other industrial or research efforts, including references, what the expected benefits are, a video of the tool or demo (if one exists), and the web-page and/or open-source repository for the tool (if one exists). All submissions must conform to the LNCS template and must not exceed 8 pages. Tools & Demos submissions should provide a link to a video, with audio commentary, of a maximum of ten minutes in length, with high resolution (e.g., details of the tool’s functionality should be clearly visible). The video must be uploaded on a server (e.g., YouTube, Google Drive, Dropbox), and the link must be included in the submission for its evaluation (as a footnote on the first page of the submission or as links after the abstract of the submission). In addition, it is possible to provide open material, e.g., source code and/or a running instance of the tool. The links to the video and (if applicable) the additional material should be included in the contribution after the abstract and before the introduction sections. Paper submissions must be made electronically via the online EasyChair submission site for the ECSA 2024 conference, selecting the “Tools & Demos Track”: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ecsa2025 . The selection criteria of Tools & Demos papers will consider their originality, relevance for the ECSA audience, technical soundness, and presentation quality. Each submission will be evaluated by at least two PC members, in a single-step review process. The accepted papers will be included in the ECSA 2025 companion volume to be published in Springer LNCS series. WORKSHOP PROPOSAL SUBMISSIONS Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit proposals for workshops and tutorials held in conjunction with ECSA 2025. Workshops and tutorials will be held on September 15-16, 2025 (right before the main conference on September 17-19, 2025). ECSA workshops allow researchers and practitioners to exchange and explore innovative software architecture (scientific or engineering) ideas and challenges at an early stage. Topics of interest are, but are not limited to: • Software Architecture challenges for AI- and ML-based Systems • Software Architecture challenges for Self-Adaptive Systems • Software Architecture challenges for Cyber-Physical Systems • Software Architecture challenges in Big Data and Cloud Computing • Software Architecture challenges in IoT-based Systems • Software Architecture challenges in DevOps and MLOps • Software Architecture challenges in Blockchain Engineering • Software Architecture challenges in Quantum Software • Quality-of-service (QoS) measurements of Software Architectures • Privacy and Security in Software Architectural Design • Context-aware, Autonomous, and Smart Architectures • Sustainability in Software Architectures • Software Architecture Erosion and Architectural Consistency • Technical Debt in Software Architecture Design • Architecting the Digital Twin • Continuous Architecting • Agile Software Architecting • Human Aspects of Software Architecting • Software Architecture Assessment • AI assisted Software Architecting • Agile Modeling All proposals must conform to a maximum of 8 pages following the LNCS format (see below), including references, appendices, and figures. The proposal must include the following information in the order specified: • Workshop title and acronym • Contact information for the workshop organizers (name, affiliation, email) and the main contact • Abstract (up to 200 words) for the ECSA 2025 website (if the workshop is accepted) • Motivation and Objectives ○ Relevance of the workshop to the field of software architecture ○ Anticipated goals and outcomes (e.g., open research problems to pursue, validation objectives, empirical studies) • Format ○ Workshop format (e.g., paper presentations, keynotes, breakout sessions, panel-like discussions) and plans for generating discussions ○ Duration - half day, one day or two days ○ Preliminary workshop schedule ○ Special services, logistic and/or equipment constraints • Participation ○ Target Audience and expected background ○ Plans regarding the mix of industry and research participation ○ Expected minimum and maximum number of workshop participants ○ Plans for participant solicitation and dissemination • Submission ○ Types of contributions (e.g., extended abstracts, position papers, research papers, etc.) and their estimated number. ○ Review and evaluation process deciding about the acceptance of submissions ○ Program committee, including tentative and already committed members ○ Strategy for the proceedings • Organizers ○ Brief description of each organizer’s background, including relevant past experience in organizing conferences and workshops ○ Brief organizers’ bios • Previous editions ○ Where and when the workshop has been offered previously, the past numbers of submitted and accepted papers, numbers of attendees ○ Number of registered attendees and websites of previous editions (if any) • Draft Call-for-Papers (1 page) Submissions must follow the LNCS style (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…). All proposals should be submitted before the submission deadline (see below) using the online submission site: EasyChair ECSA 2025 Workshop track (https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ecsa2025). ECSA 2025 will use a single review process for workshop proceedings. For accepted papers, the minimum number of pages for each workshop paper is 8 and the maximum is 16 pages in the LNCS format. The proceedings of the workshops will be published by Springer in the LNCS series. IMPORTANT DATES Main Conference • Abstract submission: March 14, 2025 • Paper submission: March 21, 2025 • Notification: May 9, 2025 • Camera-ready paper: June 23, 2025 Tools & Demos • Abstract submission: May 16, 2025 • Paper submission: May 23, 2025 • Notification: June 20, 2025 • Camera-ready paper: June 27, 2025 Workshops • Workshop proposals: February 15, 2025 • Workshop proposals notification: March 7, 2025 • Workshop papers abstracts: May 12, 2025 • Workshop papers submission: May 19, 2025 • Workshop papers notification: June 20, 2025 • Workshop papers camera-ready: June 27, 2025 • Workshop dates: September 15-16, 2025 Early/Author registration for all accepted contributions: June 27, 2025 All dates are 23:59h AoE (Anywhere on Earth). ORGANISATION General Chairs • Cesare Pautasso, University of Lugano, Switzerland • Vasilios Andrikopoulos, University of Groeningen, The Netherlands Program Co-Chairs • Nour Ali, Brunel University London, UK • Jacopo Soldani, University of Pisa, Pisa Tools & Demos Co-Chairs • Mohamed Soliman, Heinz Nixdorf Institut, Paderborn University, Germany • Use Zdun, University of Vienna, Austria Workshop Co-Chairs • Tommi Mikkonen, University of Jyvaskyla, Finland • Jennifer Perez, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain

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Congratulazioni a Franca Garzotto e ad Alessio Malizia

by Giuliana VITIELLO

Care Tutte e cari Tutti, è con immenso piacere che faccio le mie congratulazioni a Franca Garzotto e ad Alessio Malizia, che quest'anno hanno preso servizio come professori ordinari. L'impegno che Franca e Alessio hanno profuso nell'area della *Human Computer Interaction* vede oggi il giusto riconoscimento. Il loro successo è motivo di orgoglio per la nostra comunità scientifica e sono certa che entrambi continueranno a ispirare non solo i colleghi ma soprattutto i giovani ricercatori che intraprendono questa strada e che accresceranno la nostra comunità, contribuendo a far crescere ulteriormente questo ambito così rilevante e stimolante. In questa occasione speciale, desidero anche inviare a tutti voi i miei più sinceri auguri di un sereno Natale e di un felice Anno Nuovo. Che queste festività possano portarvi gioia, serenità e rinnovata energia per affrontare con entusiasmo il nuovo anno. Un caro saluto, Giuliana --- Prof. Giuliana Vitiello, PhD Director HCI-UsE Lab Department of Computer Science University of Salerno Italy phone +39 089 963317 cell +39 3666758965 https:// <https://docenti.unisa.it/003730/home> docenti.unisa.it/giuliana.vitiello

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37th International Conference on Testing Software and Systems (ICTSS 2025): Second Call for Papers

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*** Second Call for Papers *** 37th International Conference on Testing Software and Systems (ICTSS 2025) September 17-19, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://conf.researchr.org/home/ictss-2025 (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) IFIP-ICTSS is a well-established conference where researchers, developers, testers, and users from industry get together to present and discuss the most recent innovations, experiences and open challenges related to testing software and systems and measuring software quality. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: ■ AI for Software Testing and Testing of AI: the growing interest in the use of AI has also spread in to various aspects of software testing. In addition, work is underway to test and validate AI systems/applications (machine learning, expert systems, neural networks). ■ Aspects of testing: test derivation, test selection, test generation, test coverage, test concretization, test implementation and execution, test result analysis, test oracle, verdict computation, test management, active testing and passive testing, monitoring and runtime verification. ■ Testing new technologies: this year we encourage submissions focused on testing Large Language Models (LLMs), audit machine learning systems (especially for applications to Health) and Quantum systems (programs, computers, and simulators). ■ Diversity on testing: diverse generation, selecting diverse test suites, foundations of testing and diversity, applications of entropy and Kolmogorov complexity on test suite diversity. ■ Theoretical approaches: formalisms (such as automata, state machines, process algebra, logics, Markov-chains...), testing frameworks, results for compositionality, refinement, soundness and completeness, addressing complex systems, heterogeneous or hybrid systems. ■ Modelling languages (such as UML, MATLAB, Simulink, Modelica...) and associated tooling for model-based testing: test generation from models, model-based oracles. Scalability, traceability, quantification issues. Automated support of any parts of the testing activities, testing processes, test-driven development, sound metrics and measurements. ■ Testing of quality aspects: Functional, interoperability, unit, integration, performance, load, conformance, non-regression, reliability, robustness. ■ Security Testing: methodologies and techniques for continuous security assessment, security monitoring, security review, penetration testing, verification of certification compliance; automation of security testing processes. ■ Testing emerging technologies: quantum systems (programs, computers, and simulators), genetic algorithms, metaverse, and any other technology in the early stages of testing. ■ Human Aspects of Testing: human psychology and management attitude play major roles in formulating and adopting testing in practice. ■ Cross domains and combination of techniques: using other techniques such as proof, model-checking, symbolic execution, abstract interpretation, static analysis, simulation, model learning, ... to improve quality and reduce the effort in testing processes. ■ Cross domains and combination of techniques: using other techniques such as proof, model-checking, symbolic execution, abstract interpretation, static analysis, simulation, model learning, machine learning, expert systems, neural networks, genetic algorithms... to improve quality and reduce the effort in testing processes. ■ Application aspects and case studies: Communicating systems such as cyberphysical systems, systems of systems, embedded systems, web services systems, smart grids, cloud computing systems, business information systems, real-time systems, distributed and concurrent systems. Case studies and industrial applications involving qualified empirical evaluations. IFIP-ICTSS Invites: Full papers (12 to 15 pages plus at most 2 extra pages for references in the one-column Springer LNCS format) describing original research contributions with sufficient evidence for the interest of the proposed approach. Industry papers (12 to 15 pages plus at most 2 extra pages for references in the one-column Springer LNCS format) describing original research or experience report conducted within an industrial environment or in collaboration with an industry partner. Short papers or work-in-progress papers (up to 6 pages plus at most 1 extra page for references in the one-column Springer LNCS format) describing academic work in progress or tool implementations, as well as testing processes, achievements and feedback on testing methods for industrial case studies. Journal-First. The aim of the Journal-First (JF) submission category is to further enrich the program of ICTSS, as well as to provide an overall more flexible path to publication and dissemination of original research that is within the scope of ICTSS. A submission in this category must adhere to the following criteria: ■ It should be clearly within the scope of the conference. ■ It should be recent: it should have been accepted and made publicly available in a journal (online or in print) by January 1, 2023 or more recently. ■ It has not been presented at, and is not under consideration for, Journal- First tracks of other conferences or workshops. ■ The submission has to be in the form of a 4-page extended abstract and has to provide a concise summary of the published journal paper. ■ It must be marked as such in the submission’s, and must explicitly include full bibliographic details (including a DOI) of the journal publication they are based on. Since the referenced journal papers have already been reviewed and accepted by the corresponding journals, submissions in the JF category will not be reviewed again for technical content. Submissions will be judged on the basis of the above criteria, but also considering how well they would complement the conference’s technical program. Accepted submissions in this category will be part of the proceedings of ICTSS 2025, with the title equal to the original title of the article with the prefix. The submission link is: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=ictss2025 The papers will be published by Springer in the LNCS volume. Authors should consult Springer’s Instructions for Authors of Proceedings (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…) and use either the LaTeX or the Word templates provided on the authors’ page. Springer’s proceedings LaTeX templates are available in Overleaf. Authors are encouraged to include their ORCIDs in their papers. Journal Special Issue Best papers of the conference will be invited to submit an extended version of their article at a special (topical) issue of the Springer Nature of Computer Science (https://link.springer.com/journal/42979). Deadline will be near the end of December 2025 with a tentative publication date for the middle 2026. Collocation ICTSS 2025 will be collocated with the 19th European Conference on Software Architecture (https://conf.researchr.org/home/ecsa-2025). IMPORTANT DATES ■ Paper Submission: May 19, 2025 (AoE) ■ Author Notification: June 30, 2025 (AoE) ■ Camera-ready Versions and Author Registration: July 14, 2025 (AoE) ORGANISATION Conference Chairs ■ Silvia Bonfanti, University of Bergamo, Italy ■ George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus

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CFP: 1st International Workshop on Web3 Applications and the eVolution of dEcentralized finance (WAVE) 2025 @ IEEE ISCC 2025

by Lorenzo Perinello

** *CFP: 1st International Workshop on Web3 Applications and the eVolution of dEcentralized finance (WAVE) 2025 @ IEEE ISCC 2025* * https://sites.google.com/unipi.it/wave2025/home 2-5 July 2025, Bologna, Italy Accepted papers will be published by IEEE and will be available via the IEEE Xplore. Motivation and Rationale Web3 and Decentralized Finance (DeFi) are two key factors of the new Internet era. They are redefining the landscape of digital communications and distributed systems, offering new opportunities for secure, resilient, and scalable applications. The worldwide adoption of Web3 is reshaping how users experience Internet services by including concepts such as decentralization, democratization and rewarding in existing services. The main engine of Web3 is blockchain technology. However, there are numerous areas where there is room for improvement. To begin with, most Web3 applications revolve around DeFi, however, the decentralisation offered by blockchain technology could help plenty of scenarios. Promising scenarios are supply chains, health, decentralized storage, data sharing, power grids, virtual worlds (like the Metaverse) and many more. Additionally, there are other scenarios where Web3 could have a meaningful impact, including IoT, vehicular networks, cloud and edge computing, digital identities, intellectual property management, digital twins, and integration with the physical world. DeFi is still quite far from perfect. Indeed, fungible and non-fungible assets are constantly evolving to include more advanced functionalities as so to increase their adoption. Moreover, DeFi was shown to be susceptible to malicious activity, including fake NFTs, sleepminting, washtrading, rug pull, pump and dump, Maximal Extractable Value and other scams. Finding solutions to foresee and prevent such malevolent practices becomes crucial for the true adoption of this technology. Lastly, blockchain technology has some inherent limitations that are still to be addressed, including creating efficient consensus protocols for public blockchains, and secure channels for transaction confirmation among others. The Web3 Applications and the eVolution of dEcentralized finance (WAVE) workshop analyses the technological challenges and the potential of Web3 and DeFi applications. By bringing together researchers and practitioners, the workshop aims to attract contributions that can discuss how these emerging technologies can shape the future of blockchain, and address the challenges of their adoption. Papers on both theoretical and design aspects are welcomed, which describe and evaluate novel design methods and system prototypes. The workshop also welcomes work-in-progress and position papers. Topics We welcome submission on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: * Web3 Applications and Technologies * Web3 storage decentralization and data sharing * Novel Web3 applications (IoT, networks, cloud computing) * DLTs and Blockchain Technology * Blockchain security and performance * Adoption of blockchain in innovative scenarios * Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and similars (e.g. GameFi, SocialFi) * Application of DeFi to novel scenarios * DeFi vulnerability identification and mitigation * New DeFi services * Decentralized Social Networking: analysis and applications * Decentralized Technology for the Metaverse * NFTs analysis and applications * AI for Web3 and DeFi * Privacy, scalability, and governance * Networking and communications for Web3 and DeFi * Solutions for safe online environments Submission Submissions will be made via EDAS. WAVE'25 uses a double-blind review process. The workshop accepts manuscripts up to 6 pages long in the IEEE double-column proceedings format, including tables, figures and references. Important Dates * Papers submission: January 10, 2025 (AoE, UCT -12) (to be extended) * Notification of acceptance: March 14, 2025 * Camera-ready paper due: April 14, 2025 * Workshop: July 2-5, 2025 (tbc) *

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First CfP SLERD 2025 - 10th International Conference on Smart Learning Ecosystems and Regional Development

by Carlo Giovannella

/Apologies for unintended cross-mailing/ ========================================================= *10th International Conference on Smart Learning Ecosystems and Regional Development** * *2025:A decade of SLERD - facts and future directions * *June 12-13, 2025* /*on-line format*/ www.slerd.org <https://www.slerd.org/> Contacts: 1st: elvira [dot] popescu [at] gmail [dot] com /(Elvira Popescu - conference chair)/ 2nd: aslerd [dot] org [at] gmail [dot] com ========================================================= Deadline for paper submission: *March 1, 2025 *call for papers <https://www.slerd.org/call-for-papers/> *========================================================= *SLERD 2025 will host also the 6th edition of the *International* *Student Design Contest* -> see call for proposal and demo <https://www.slerd.org/contest/> **========================================================= * * *SLERD 2025* is organized by /University of Craiova /in collaboration with /ASLERD/ <http://www.aslerd.org>/./ * * /*Short Intro*/ On occasion of the 10th edition of the SLERD conference – themed “*/A Decade of SLERD: Facts and Future Directions/*” – we intend to reflect on a journey of impactful research, transformative insights, and collaboration that followed the evolution of smart learning ecosystems. Over the past ten years, SLERD has become a venue for academics, practitioners, and students worldwide, fostering innovative approaches to education that prioritize the human factor, social innovation, inclusivity, and accessibility. This milestone conference is an invitation to both celebrate the achievements of the past decade and engage in discussions that will define the future of smart learning environments. As SLERD 2025 unfolds, participants will contribute to shaping a vision that aligns technological advancements with the needs of diverse communities, ensuring that the future of education is adaptive and inclusive. The themes for this year’s conference emphasize the overarching nature of smart learning ecosystems: /*places for smart education, people-centered design, and supportive technologies*/. Through these lenses, SLERD 2025 will address evolving models of institutional learning, the role of design and co-creation, the integration of AI and immersive technologies, and ethical considerations essential to a sustainable educational future. /*Topics of interests*/ *SLERD 2025* is proud to invite colleagues - researchers and practitioners - from all over the world to share the efforts concerning the development of smart learning ecosystems and, contributions on how to build together a brilliant future, where smart learning ecosystems and smart education will be even more central in the education of future citizens, and in the promotion of social innovation and territorial development. General topics of interests can be grouped under three big themes: /*• places for smart education */ * future of institutional learning * interplay between formal and informal learning * new educational models and settings * continuity-discontinuity of time, technology, place/space, processes in learning * role of, and case studies of, games and gamification in smart education * dual education and other alternation scheme approaches * monitoring and benchmarking of smartness (individual, institution, city, region) /*• people in place centered design for smart education*/ * general frameworks and methodological advances * design, data and other relevant literacies * teachers’ and students’ continuous training (literacies, skills and competencies) * initial teacher education * smart citizens’ literacies, skill and competences * communities and co-design in smart learning * sharing & participatory practices * open access to any resource and disparity * educational design for all * cultural influences * ethical aspects in smart learning /*• supportive learning technologies for smart education*/ * general frameworks and methodological advances * design, data and other relevant literacies * teachers’ and students’ continuous training (literacies, skills and competencies) * initial teacher education * smart citizens’ literacies, skill and competences * communities and co-design in smart learning * sharing & participatory practices * open access to any resource and disparity * educational design for all * cultural influences * ethical aspects in smart learning ========================================================= /*Important dates:*/ --------------------------------------------------------- • Deadline for papers submission: *March**1, 2025* • Notification to the authors: April 1, 2025 • Camera ready paper: June 1, 2025 • Conference: June 12-13, 2025 ========================================== /*Submissions:*/ --------------------------------------------------------- Accepted papers also presented at the conference will be published in a special issue of theIxD&A Journal <https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-000>(https://ixdea.org/; ISSN 1826-9745, e-ISSN 2283-2998) indexed by SCOPUS and Emerging Sources of Web of Science (Citescore: 2.5). Papers should be written according to the Instruction for Authors available athttps://ixdea.org/authors-guidelines/. <https://ixdea.org/authors-guidelines/> Accepted papers will be candidate to a/best paper award/in collaboration with IAALDE. Papers submission is handled through OJS –https://ojs.ixdea.org/index.php/ixdea/about/submissions. SLERD and IxD&A follow a double-blind reviewing process, thus papers need to be fully anonymized. ========================================================= Information about SLERD 2025 will continuously updated on the ASLERD Linkedin page -> link <https://www.linkedin.com/groups/5103530/> Facebook page -> link <https://www.facebook.com/people/Aslerd-Association-for-Smart-learning-Ecosy…> ========================================================= See ASLERD website <http://www.aslerd.org> for Request of membership, membership fees and legal =========================================================

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DEADLINE EXTENDED: Workshop on Social Interaction and Collaboration in eXtended Reality (SIC-XR) @ IEEEVR25

by Giuliana VITIELLO

*Deadline extended* The new submission deadline is December 29, 2024 *Call for papers* First Workshop on "Social Interaction and Collaboration in eXtended Reality (SIC-XR)" https://sites.google.com/view/sic-xr To be held as part of IEEEVR25 https://ieeevr.org/2025/ 32nd IEEE Conference on Virtual Reality and 3D User Interfaces Saint-Malo, France March 8-12, 2025 *Important Dates* Submissions deadline: December 20, 2024 December 29, 2024 Notification: January 03, 2025 January 09, 2025 Camera-ready deadline: January 13, 2025 *Submission webpage* https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=sicxr2025 *Topic* Extended Reality (XR) technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR), are profoundly reshaping the way people interact and collaborate in the digital world, breaking down physical barriers and creating new opportunities for social connection. These immersive solutions offer experiences ranging from integrating digital elements into the real world to building entirely virtual environments, expanding the boundaries of human interaction. However, the expansion of XR also brings significant challenges in terms of social cohesion, collaboration, inclusiveness and accessibility. The workshop Social Interaction and Collaboration in eXtended Reality (SIC-XR) is an opportunity to explore the dynamics of social interaction and collaboration in immersive technologies, with a specific focus on eXtended Reality (XR) applications. As the use of these technologies expands in contexts such as remote work, education, and healthcare, it is essential to understand and optimize how people interact and collaborate in virtual environments. The goal of the workshop is to bring together researchers, practitioners, developers, and interaction design experts to discuss current challenges and future potential in the area of social interaction and collaboration in XR. The workshop aims to explore aspects of social interaction and collaboration within the eXtended Reality by considering several topics, including but not limited to: - Social dynamics in XR - Accessibility in XR - Inclusivity in Immersive Technologies - User Safety and Ethical Standards - Designing for Engagement and Cohesion - Emotional and Psychological Impacts of XR - Educational and Collaborative Uses of XR *Organizers* Andrea Antonio Cantone, *University of Salerno, Italy* Giuliana Vitiello, *University of Salerno, Italy* Pablo Cesar, *Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI), The Netherlands* Tanja Kojić, *TU Berlin, Germany* --- Prof. Giuliana Vitiello, PhD Director HCI-UsE Lab Department of Computer Science University of Salerno Italy phone +39 089 963317 cell +39 3666758965 https:// <https://docenti.unisa.it/003730/home> docenti.unisa.it/giuliana.vitiello

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20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) : Call for Workshop Proposals

by Announce

*** Call for Workshop Proposals *** 20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) May 5-7, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://2025.persuasivetech.org (*** Workshop proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) In a world in which technology is increasingly present in people’s lives, and changing human behavior and attitudes is often the key to solving many societal and personal problems, studying how technology might be used to influence humans (in their behavior, attitudes and information processing), is paramount. Persuasive Technology is a vibrant interdisciplinary research field, focusing on the design, development and evaluation of interactive technologies aimed at influencing people’s attitudes and/or behaviors through persuasion, but not through coercion or deception. The research community aims at enriching people’s lives in various domains such as health and sustainability by supporting people in setting and achieving their own goals, thus helping them change their behavior. The 2025 conference will be hosted in Limassol, Cyprus at the 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina. The previous successful conferences have been organized in Wollongong, Limassol, Eindhoven, Stanford, Oulu, Claremont, Copenhagen, Columbus, Linköping, Sydney, Padua, Chicago, Salzburg, Amsterdam, and Waterloo. The conference series seeks to bring together researchers and practitioners from industry and academia working with various topics of persuasive technology. SCOPE The scope of the conference includes (but is not limited to) the following topics: • Persuasive systems’ design • Behavior change support systems • Interaction with persuasive systems, interfaces, visualization • Interactive agents in persuasive systems • (Generative) AI for persuasive technology • Tailored and personalized persuasion • Gamification for persuasion • Evaluation and validation of persuasive applications • Fitting methods for development, evaluation and implementation of persuasive systems • Optimizing engagement with persuasive systems • Software architectures and technical infrastructures for persuasive systems • Smart environments, e.g. IoT, and persuasion • Digital Marketing, eCommerce, eTourism and SMART ecosystems • Motivational, cognitive and perceptual factors in persuasive technology • Application domains for persuasive technologies such as safety, healthy living, sustainable behaviors, learning and training, marketing and commerce, work environments, organizations • Positive technology • Humanizing and/or dehumanizing effects of persuasive technology • Values and ethics in persuasive technology • Privacy, perceived security and trust in persuasive technology • Resilience and counter-persuasion • Detecting persuasive strategies in social media posts • Encouraging adherence to safety measures in pandemic situations Questions that we hope to be addressed include, but are not limited to: • How to recognize and demonstrate the real life effects of persuasive technology on people’s attitudes and behaviours? • How to conduct studies that not just show their effectiveness but are also able to explain in more detail why a design or intervention works? • How to design an evaluation study so that it yields insights that are applicable to other designs or interventions? • How theoretical insight can help improve application and/or intervention planning and design? • How can design and intervention studies improve theory? WORKSHOP PROPOSALS Workshops are meant to gather a number of people to work interactively on an emerging topic and exchange ideas. Approved workshops will be announced on the conference website. Workshops will take place during a half- or full-day session before the conference. If you want to organize a workshop, please submit a proposal as a maximum 4-page description in Springer LNCS format (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…), including a description of the topic, motivation, organization (including the list of organizing members, how the organizers will form a program committee), duration of the workshop, expected outcome, and supporting materials (if applicable). Accepted workshop papers will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS (pending approval). Alternatively, the workshop organisers have the option of publishing the accepted papers to their workshops in CEUR (https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html). Workshop organisers must commit to creating their Call for Papers and their website within one week of the notification. Please email your proposal by January 10, 2025, to the workshop chairs: Wenzhen Xu (wenzhen.xu AT r.hit-u.ac.jp), Rhoda Abadia (Rhoda.Abadia AT unisa.edu.au), and Kaoru Sumi (kaoru.sumi AT acm.org). The organizing committee will review the proposals and communicate the results by January 17, 2025. IMPORTANT DATES Workshop and tutorial proposals: • Submission deadline: January 10, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: January 17, 2025 Workshop papers submission: • Submission deadline: March 1, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: March 15, 2025 • Camera ready and author registration: March 28, 2025 ORGANISATION General Chairs • Evangelos Karapanos, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Chairs • Raian Ali, HBKU, Qatar • Khin Than Win, University of Wollongong, Australia Demo, Poster and Artefacts • Ruben Hgouveia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal • Hanne Spelt, Philips, Netherlands Workshops and Tutorial Chairs • Rhodora Abadia, University of South Australia, Australia • Kaoru Sumi, Future University of Hakodate, Japan • Wenzhen Xu, Hitotsubashi University, Japan Doctoral Consortium Chairs • Sriram Iyengar, University of of Arizona, USA • Roberto Legaspi, KDDI, Japan • Shahla Meedya, Australian Catholic University, Australia Proceedings Chairs • Elena Vlahu-Gjorgievska, University of Wollongong, Australia • Kiemute Oyibo, University of York, Canada Society for Persuasion and Technology Steering Committee • Raian Ali – Chair Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar • Luca Chittaro – General Member Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Lab, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, University of Udine, Italy • Roberto Legaspi – General Member Research Scientist, Collaborative AI Lab, Human-centered AI Laboratories KDDI Research, Inc., Japan • Harri Oinas-Kukkonen – General Member Professor, Information Systems Science and Dean of Graduate School, University of Oulu, Finland • Kiemute Oyibo – General Member Assistant Professor, Interactive Systems Research Group, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, York University, Canada • Khin Than Win – Secretary Professor at the University of Wollongong, Australia

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[2nd CfP] Adaptive eXplainable AI Workshop 2025

by Tommaso Turchi

*[Apologies for cross-posting]* Please share widely with interested colleagues and networks! # CALL FOR PAPERS: Adaptive eXplainable AI Workshop 2025 We are delighted to announce the second edition of the Adaptive XAI (AXAI) Workshop, to be held in conjunction with ACM IUI 2025. As the integration of Artificial Intelligence into daily decision-making processes intensifies, the need for clear communication between humans and AI systems becomes crucial. This workshop is dedicated to exploring the design and development of intelligent interfaces that adaptively explain AI's decision-making processes, with a strong focus on human-centric principles. ## Important Dates * Submission Deadline: January 13, 2025 * Notification: January 20, 2025 * Camera Ready: February 10, 2025 * Workshop Date: March 24, 2025 ## Submission Guidelines * Length: 5-10 pages * Format: CEUR-ART 1-column Template * Submission Website: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/AXAI2025/ ## Workshop Focus In line with the human-centric principles of the Future Artificial Intelligence Research (FAIR) project, this workshop seeks to explore, understand and develop interfaces that dynamically adapt, thereby creating explanations of AI-based systems that both relate to and resonate with a range of users with different explanation-based requirements. As AI's role in our lives becomes ever more embedded, the ways in which such systems explain elements about the system need to be malleable and responsive to the ever-evolving individual's cognitive state, relating to contextual needs/focus and to the social setting. ## Topics Building on the success of our first edition, we welcome submissions that address, but are not limited to, the following emerging trends and challenges: 1. **Personalized XAI Interfaces** * Adaptive systems responding to users' evolving needs * Context-aware explanation mechanisms * User modeling for explanation adaptation 2. **Novel Interaction Modalities for XAI** * Multimodal explanation interfaces * Immersive XAI experiences * Visual Languages for AI interaction 3. **Ethical Considerations in Adaptive XAI** * Transparency and trust * User autonomy * Fairness in adaptive systems 4. **Domain-Specific XAI Applications** * Healthcare * Finance * Autonomous systems 5. **Evaluation Methodologies** * Assessment frameworks for adaptive interfaces * User studies and empirical evaluations * Metrics for explanation quality 6. **Over-reliance and Automation Bias** * Maintaining appropriate user skepticism * Engagement strategies * Balance between trust and critical thinking 7. **LLMs in XAI** * Potential and limitations * Human-understandable explanation generation * Integration with existing XAI frameworks 8. **Interactive Machine Learning** * User-in-the-loop systems * Real-time adjustments * Dynamic explanation generation 9. **Hybrid Decision-Making Frameworks** * Human-AI collaboration * Adaptive explanation support * Knowledge integration ## Organizers * Tommaso Turchi, University of Pisa * Alessio Malizia, University of Pisa * Fabio Paternò, CNR-ISTI, Pisa * Simone Borsci, University of Twente * Alan Chamberlain, University of Nottingham * Andrew Fish, University of Liverpool For more information, please visit our website at https://axai.trx.li or contact Tommaso Turchi (tommaso.turchi(a)unipi.it). Join us in Cagliari, Sardinia (Italy) to shape the future of human-AI interaction! We encourage you to forward this call to relevant mailing lists and share with colleagues who might be interested in contributing to this workshop! //==============================\\ Tommaso Turchi Department of Computer Science University of Pisa \\==============================//

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Call for Demo and Poster IUI2025

by Eleonora Zedda

*Call for Demo and Poster IUI2025* ** *Important Dates* * Submission Deadline: *January 7 (Tuesday), 2025* * Notification to Authors: February 4 (Tuesday) 2025 * Camera Ready Deadline: February 10 (Monday), 2025 ACM Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (ACM IUI) 2025 is the 30th annual premiere venue, where researchers and practitioners will meet and discuss state-of-the-art advances at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). Ideal IUI submissions should address practical HCI challenges using machine intelligence and discuss both computational and human-centric aspects of such methodologies, techniques, and systems. We welcome contributions from related fields such as psychology, behavioral science, cognitive science, computer graphics, design, the arts, and more. Our focus is to improve the interaction between humans and machines, by leveraging both HCI approaches and state-of-the-art AI techniques from machine learning, natural language processing, data mining, knowledge representation and reasoning. ACM IUI welcomes contributions from all relevant arenas, academia, industry, government, and non-profit organizations, and gives its participants the opportunity to present and see cutting-edge IUI work in a focused and interactive setting. *Posters* Posters provide an opportunity for sharing valuable last-minute ideas, eliciting useful feedback on early-stage work and fostering discussions and collaborations among colleagues. We invite submissions relevant to all conference topics. All submissions should convey a scientific result or work in progress that is not yet ready to be published as a full-length research paper at a refereed conference. The page limit for poster papers is 4 pages (references do not count toward the page limit). Submitting a draft poster along with your submission is not required but is recommended. Accepted poster papers will appear in the companion proceedings of the conference. Each accepted contribution is expected to be presented in person during the poster session. *Demos* The demonstration track complements the overall program of the conference. Demonstrations show implementations of novel, interesting, and important intelligent user interface concepts or systems. We invite submissions relevant to intelligent user interfaces and which address, but are not limited to, the topics of the conference. All submissions are intended to convey a scientific result or work in progress and should not be advertisements for commercial software packages. The page limit for demo papers is 4 pages (references do not count toward the page limit). Authors further need to submit a video (max. 5 mins) along with their demo paper to showcase their work. Accepted demo papers will be presented as interactive demonstrations at IUI and published in the companion proceedings of the conference. Each accepted contribution is expected to be presented in person during the demo sessions. Authors who submitted a long or short research paper are welcome to also propose a demo of their work to exemplify their work at the conference (In this case, the paper will not be included in the ACM Digital Library). Alternatively, the authors of accepted papers may also opt to submit a regular 4-page paper for the demonstration, which will be included in the ACM Digital Library if accepted. *Topics* In addition to the conference topics, we would like to encourage authors to also consider the following topics: * Enhance Web Accessibility through the AI * Intelligent Human-Robot Applications * Designing Interfaces for GenAI Systems * Applications of Intelligent User Interfaces to Support Underrepresented Users * Societal and Ethical Considerations of Intelligent User Interfaces, Particularly as Prompted by Emerging Technology such as GenAI *Submission Instructions* A video (up to 5 mins) is required for demo submissions. The video should showcase the system that will be demonstrated during the conference. Please follow the SIGCHI Technical Requirements and Guidelines for Videos. <https://sigchi.org/resources/guides-for-authors/videos/> Please submit your demos and posters at http://new.precisionconference.com/~sigchi <http://new.precisionconference.com/~sigchi>under the IUI 2025 Demos and Posters track. In PCS 2.0, first click "Submissions" at the top of the page, from the dropdown menus for society, conference, and track select "SIGCHI", "IUI 2025" and "IUI 2025 Posters and Demos", respectively, and press "Go". Looking forward to your submissions! IUI’25 Organizers

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CFP: Fifth SOCIALIZE Workshop @ ACM IUI 2025

by Giuseppe Sansonetti

[Apologies for cross-posting] ************WORKSHOP CALL FOR PAPERS************** SOCIALIZE Workshop @ ACM IUI 2025 Fifth Workshop on SOcial and Cultural IntegrAtion with PersonaLIZEd Interfaces (SOCIALIZE) March 24, 2025 Co-located with the 30th ACM International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (IUI) 2025 (https://iui.acm.org/2025/) Cagliari, Italy, March 24-27, 2025 Workshop website: http://socialize2025.di.unito.it/ Submission: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=socialize2025 For any information: socialize2025(a)easychair.org<mailto:socialize2025@easychair.org> ******************Important Dates******************* Submission deadline: January 15, 2025 Authors notification: January 20, 2025 Camera-ready: March 1, 2025 Workshop date: March 24, 2025 *********************Overview********************** The SOCIALIZE workshop aims to bring together all interested in developing interactive techniques, including social robots, that can help promote social and cultural inclusion of a broad range of users, with a focus on vulnerable groups (e.g., children, elderly, autistic, and disabled people) and disadvantaged, at-risk categories (e.g., refugees and migrants). **********************Topics*********************** The main topics of the workshop are (but not limited to): • Multi-cultural system design; • Empirical studies on the impact of culture on systems; • Cultural and social influence in online learning platforms (e.g., MOOC); • Cultural and social influence in recommender systems; • Cultural and social aspects as contextual factors; • Inclusive recommender systems; • Methods for automatic assessment of social and cultural background from social media; • Strategies for adapting systems to groups of users with different cultural and social backgrounds; • Social-cultural integration and large language models; • Cultural and social situation awareness; • Cross-cultural analyses of trust in systems; • Human-robot interaction and adaptation for cross-cultural users, including under-represented groups; • Humanoid robots and social inclusion; • Adaptation strategies for social human-robot interaction; • Machine learning for social robots; • Emotion, personality, and empathy detection in social human-robot interaction; • Social robots as conversational recommender systems; • Social robots in the real world; • Social assistive robots (e.g., for elderly people or children with autism spectrum disorder); • Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cultural and social inclusion; • Algorithmic bias detection and mitigation for marginalized groups. ********************Submissions******************** Papers should be submitted via Easychair (https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=socialize2025) by January 15, 2024. All submissions will undergo a peer-review process. Reviewers will consider originality, significance, technical soundness, clarity, and relevance to the workshop’s topics. At least one author of each accepted paper must register for and attend the workshop. The papers accepted at IUI workshops 2025 will be published in common proceedings via CEUR-WS (please see https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-3660/ for last year’s workshop proceedings). - Paper template (single column): http://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/CEURART.zip - Regular papers need to be at least ten pages long (single column) to be published in CEUR-WS proceedings, and short papers need to have at least five pages (please see https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html for more details). For further questions, please contact the workshop organizers at <socialize2025(a)easychair.org<mailto:socialize2025@easychair.org>>. ********************Organization******************** Berardina De Carolis, University of Bari, Italy Fabio Gasparetti, Roma Tre University, Italy Cristina Gena, University of Torino, Italy Styliani Kleanthous, Open University of Cyprus, Cyprus Giuseppe Sansonetti, Roma Tre University, Italy

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[CfP] 6th IEEE International Symposium on the Internet of Sounds - L'Aquila (IT), 2025 October 29-31

by Luca Turchet

[Apologies for cross-posting, please distribute] *6th IEEE International Symposium on the Internet of Sounds* University of L’Aquila - Centro Congressi “Luigi Zordan”, L’Aquila, Italy 29 October - 31 October 2025 *https://internetofsounds2025.ieee-is2.org/* <https://internetofsounds2025.ieee-is2.org/> We are pleased to invite you to the 6th IEEE International Symposium on the Internet of Sounds (IEEE IS2 2025). The Internet of Sounds is an emerging research field at the intersection of the Sound and Music Computing and the Internet of Things domains. The symposium will be hosted at the Centro Congressi “Luigi Zordan” in the vibrant city of L'Aquila, Italy, known for its rich history, dynamic culture, and rapidly growing technology sector. The aim is to bring together academics and industry to investigate and advance the development of Internet of Sounds technologies by using novel tools and processes. The event will consist of presentations, keynotes, panels, poster presentations, demonstrations, tutorials, music performances, and installations. *Call for Papers and Demos* Topics of interest include and are not limited to: - Wireless acoustic sensor networks - Web Audio - Networked music performances - Networked immersive audio - Embedded systems for audio applications - 5G/6G architectures for the Internet of Sounds - Music information retrieval in networked applications - Ecoacoustics - Detection and classification of sounds in acoustic sensor networks - Networked Musical XR - Semantic Audio applications for the Internet of Sounds - Sonification for Internet of Sounds applications - Smart musical instruments - Ubiquitous music - Audio packet loss concealment methods - Participatory live music performances - Musical haptics for the Internet of Musical Things - Music education applications for the Internet of Musical Things - Intelligent music production in Internet of Musical Things contexts - Protocols and exchange formats for the Internet of Sounds - Energy-Efficient and Green Networking for the Internet of Sounds - Internet of Sounds networks and protocols - Privacy and security in acoustic sensor networks - Audio datasets for Deep Learning and Data Mining - Challenges in the management and delivery of large audio databases - Visualization, access, and indexing of audio databases - Cloud-based services for musical and audio applications - Improving accessibility and inclusiveness within the Internet of Sounds - Sustainability and ethical aspects of the Internet of Sounds - Brain-Computer Interfaces for the Internet of Sounds - Model compression (quantization, knowledge distillation) for real-time AI for audio - Standardization for the Internet of Sounds - Visualization and Sonification of acoustic sensor networks - UAVs and Non-Terrestrial Networks for the Internet of Sounds - Robots for the Internet of Musical Things We consider submissions in the form of: - Full paper (min 5 pages, max 10 pages) - Poster paper (min 2 pages, max 4 pages) - Demo proposal (max 2 pages) Authors are welcome to submit to all three tracks. We encourage the submission of work in progress as well as more mature work. However, only the accepted contributions of at least 4 pages are eligible for inclusion in the conference proceedings to be submitted to IEEE. *Satellite Events* The program will include 3 satellite events: - The 2nd IEEE International Workshop on the Musical Metaverse <https://internetofsounds2025.ieee-is2.org/workshops/2nd-ieee-international-…> (2nd IEEE IWMM) - The 3rd IEEE International Workshop on Networked Immersive Audio <https://internetofsounds2025.ieee-is2.org/workshops/3rd-ieee-international-…> (3rd IEEE IWNIA) - The 2nd IEEE Music Packet Loss Concealment Challenge <https://internetofsounds2025.ieee-is2.org/workshops/3rd-ieee-international-…> For the topics addressed in each event please visit the respective webpages. *Keynote Speakers* The program includes three confirmed keynotes: - Valentina Presutti - Università di Bologna, Italy - Carlo Fischione - KTH: Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden - Mel Slater - University of Barcelona, Spain *Paper Submission* All submissions will be fully, single-blind peer-reviewed. The expected number of pages for contribution should not exceed 10 pages for paper. Authors must follow IEEE ethical and writing guidelines. LaTeX and Word template: https://www.ieee.org/conferences/publishing/templates.html Submission portal: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=ieeeis22025 *Call for Internet of Sounds Performances and Installations* We invite submissions that showcase the internet of sounds in performance and sound installations. Proposed works should have a clear connection to the conference and may relate to a technical paper or demo submission. We particularly invite pieces that last 5-12 minutes, however, shorter and longer performance proposals will be considered. *Performances and Installations Submission* A proposal (compiled in a single pdf) should include: - One-page project description - One-page description of technical requirements - Short program notes - Artist bio(s) - URL to any performance/installation audio or audio-visual documentation (if available). The documentation link should use streaming-only services, e.g., SoundCloud, Vimeo, YouTube. Please keep in mind the following when preparing performance and installation submissions: - Space requirements: Indicate whether the work would be more suitable for a university environment (hallways, staircases, indoor and outdoor plazas), club, traditional concert stage, gallery, public space, or other venue. For questions regarding equipment and venue descriptions, please contact the Music & Installations Co-chairs - Performer(s): List all performers that would need to be involved. Please note that the organizers cannot provide funding to support performers' travel or accommodation. - Feasibility: Provide evidence of the feasibility of the performance or installation. Include documentation and list of previous performances of the submitted or related work that demonstrate the submitter's capacity to implement the proposal. Submission portal: to be announced *Important Dates* - All submission deadlines: July 1, 2025 - Author notification: September 1, 2025 - Camera-ready due: October 1, 2025 - Early registration deadline: October 2, 2025 - Late registration deadline: October 15, 2025 - Symposium dates: 29 to 31 October, 2025 *Awards* The Organizing Committee will select the winners for the Best Paper, Best Student Paper, and Best Demo awards. To be eligible for the Best Student Paper award, the presenting and first author of the paper must be a full-time student. *Organizing Committee* - General Co-Chair: Claudia Rinaldi - CNIT National Inter-University Consortium for Telecommunications - Paper Co-chair: Carlo Centofanti - University of L’Aquila - Paper Co-chair: Stephen Roddy - University College Cork - Paper Co-chair: Marcelo M. Wanderly - McGill University - Paper Co-chair: Toon van Waterschoot - KU Leuven - Demo Chair: Andrea Marotta - University of L'Aquila - Poster Chair: Michel Buffa - University Côte d'Azur - Music and Installations Co-chair: Giusy Caruso - Royal Conservatoire Antwerp - Music and Installations Co-chair: Maria Cristina De Amicis - Conservatorio di Musica “A. Casella" - Music and Installations Co-chair: Alessio Gabriele - Conservatorio di Musica “A. Casella” - Facility Chair: Marco Giordano - University of L’Aquila - Publication Chair: Alex Piccioni - University of L’Aquila - Publicity Chair: Chrisoula Alexandraki - Hellenic Mediterranean University - Tutorial Chair: Josè Santos - University of Ghent - Industry Liaison Chair: Andrea Genovese - Qualcomm - Travel Grants Chair: Lina Mohjazi - University of Glasgow - Student Volunteer Coordinator: Stefano Giacomelli - University of L’Aquila - General Chair: Luca Turchet – University of Trento *General Contact* Enquiries can be addressed to claudia.rinaldi(a)univaq.it ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Luca Turchet*, Ph.D. Associate Professor Head of the *Creative, Intelligent & Multisensory Interactions Laboratory* <https://www.cimil.disi.unitn.it/> Chair of the *IEEE Emerging Technology Initiative on the Internet of Sounds* <https://www.comsoc.org/about/committees/emerging-technologies-initiatives/i…> Founder and President of the* Internet of Sounds Research Network <https://www.internetofsounds.net/>* Department of Information Engineering and Computer Science University of Trento Via Sommarive 9 - 38123 Trento - Italy E-mail: luca.turchet(a)unitn.it Tel: +39 0461 283792

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[IxD&A Journal] Last CFP: Special issue on "Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems"

by Carlo Giovannella

/Apologize for unintended cross-mailing/ ========================================================= Special Issue on *Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems * Call for Papers -> link <https://ixdea.org/digital-wellbeing-for-teens-designing-educational-systems/> to be published at the /*Interaction Design and Architecture(s) Journal (IxD&A)*/ (ISSN 1826-9745, eISSN 2283-2998) https://ixdea.org/ https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-000 ---------------------------------------------------------------- **** Since 2007 also in Scopus **** **** *Since 2015 also* in *Emerging Sources Citation Index* and *Web of Science* *** *---------------------------------------------------------------- IxD&A implements the Gold Open Access (OA) road to its contents with no charge to the authors (submission & paper processing) Help us in improving the quality of the editorial process and of the journal, please donate: -> link ========================================================= *Guest Editors:*  --------------------------------------------------------- -- * Chiara Ceccarini, University of Bologna (Italy) * Catia Prandi, University of Bologna (Italy) * Alberto Monge Roffarello, Politecnico di Torino (Italy) * Luigi De Russis, Politecnico di Torino (Italy) =========================================== *Important dates:* ----------------------------------------------------------- * Deadline: *December 31st, 2024 (extended deadline) * * Notification to the authors: February 28th, 2025 * Camera ready paper: March 30th, 2025 * Publication of the special issue: June 2025 (tentatively) =========================================== *Overview* ----------------------------------------------------------- Recently, researchers have been exploring the unexpected issues arising from the excessive use of personal devices and social media apps, particularly as companies adopt “attention-capture” tactics like guilty-pleasure recommendations and automatic content playback. These strategies exploit users’ psychological vulnerabilities to increase advertising revenue, resulting in significant impacts on users’ perceived agency and often leading to a sense of losing control over their technology use. This has led to the emergence of a new focus on “digital wellbeing,” studied in fields such as Human Computer Interaction and psychology. Traditional approaches by practitioners and researchers to tackle these issues involve developing Digital Self-Control Tools (DSCTs), such as mobile apps and browser extensions, that help users track their usage patterns and implement interventions like timers and lock-out mechanisms to regulate device use. However, both researchers and users are beginning to emphasize that achieving digital wellbeing requires more than just self-monitoring strategies; it is a journey of personal growth that necessitates education. ----------------------------------------------------------- *Topics of Interest* ----------------------------------------------------------- The goal of this special issue is to discuss ongoing research and ideas at the intersection of digital wellbeing and education. It aims to foster the development of strategies and interactive tools that mentor users, especially children and teenagers, towards a more meaningful and conscious use of technology. This can be accomplished in various ways, such as by designing new Digital Self-Control Tools with educational components, developing serious games, or creating collaborative platforms to introduce and support digital wellbeing learning in schools. Topics of interest include, but not limited to: • participatory and co-design of digital wellbeing systems; • tools and strategies to teach digital wellbeing at school; • strategies and tools for measuring students’ digital wellbeing; • novel DSCTs that include educational aspects; • gamification strategies for digital wellbeing; • ethical, social, and political factors. =========================================== /*Submission guidelines and procedure*/ ---------------------------------------------------------- All submissions (abstracts and later final manuscripts) must be original and may not be under review by another publication. The manuscripts should be submitted either in .doc or in .rtf format. All papers will be blindly peer-reviewed by at least two reviewers. Authors are invited to submit 8-30 pages paper (including authors' information, abstract, all tables, figures, references, etc.). The paper should be written according to the IxD&A authors' guidelines ->https://ixdea.org/authors-guidelines/ ========================================================== *Authors' guidelines* ---------------------------------------------------------- Paper submission page: -> link <https://ojs.ixdea.org/> (Please upload all submissions using the Submission page. When submitting the paper, please, choose the section: "SI: Digital Wellbeing for Teens") More information on the submission procedure and on the characteristics of the paper format can be found on the website of the IxD&A Journal where information on the copyright policy and responsibility of authors, publication ethics and malpractice are published. For scientific advice and queries, please contact the IxD&A scientific editor marking the subject as: IxD&A special issue on ‘Digital Wellbeing for Teens‘. * chiara [dot] ceccarini6 [at] unibo [dot] it * catia [dot] prandi2 [at] unibo [dot] it * alberto [dot] monge [at] polito [dot] it * luigi [dot] derussis [at] polito [dot] it -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

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IEEE VR - Workshop on Social Interaction and Collaboration in eXtended Reality (SIC-XR)

by Giuliana VITIELLO

*Call for papers* First Workshop on "Social Interaction and Collaboration in eXtended Reality (SIC-XR)" https://sites.google.com/view/sic-xr To be held as part of IEEEVR25 https://ieeevr.org/2025/ 32nd IEEE Conference on Virtual Reality and 3D User Interfaces Saint-Malo, France March 8-12, 2025 *Important Dates* Submissions deadline: December 20, 2024 Notification: January 03, 2025 Camera-ready deadline: January 11, 2025 *Submission webpage* https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=sicxr2025 *Topic* Extended Reality (XR) technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR), are profoundly reshaping the way people interact and collaborate in the digital world, breaking down physical barriers and creating new opportunities for social connection. These immersive solutions offer experiences ranging from integrating digital elements into the real world to building entirely virtual environments, expanding the boundaries of human interaction. However, the expansion of XR also brings significant challenges in terms of social cohesion, collaboration, inclusiveness and accessibility. The workshop Social Interaction and Collaboration in eXtended Reality (SIC-XR) is an opportunity to explore the dynamics of social interaction and collaboration in immersive technologies, with a specific focus on eXtended Reality (XR) applications. As the use of these technologies expands in contexts such as remote work, education, and healthcare, it is essential to understand and optimize how people interact and collaborate in virtual environments. The goal of the workshop is to bring together researchers, practitioners, developers, and interaction design experts to discuss current challenges and future potential in the area of social interaction and collaboration in XR. The workshop aims to explore aspects of social interaction and collaboration within the eXtended Reality by considering several topics, including but not limited to: · Social dynamics in XR · Accessibility in XR · Inclusivity in Immersive Technologies · User Safety and Ethical Standards · Designing for Engagement and Cohesion · Emotional and Psychological Impacts of XR · Educational and Collaborative Uses of XR *Organizers* Andrea Antonio Cantone, *University of Salerno, Italy* Giuliana Vitiello, *University of Salerno, Italy* Pablo Cesar, *Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI), The Netherlands* Tanja Kojić, *TU Berlin, Germany* --- Prof. Giuliana Vitiello, PhD Director HCI-UsE Lab Department of Computer Science University of Salerno Italy phone +39 089 963317 cell +39 3666758965 https:// <https://docenti.unisa.it/003730/home> docenti.unisa.it/giuliana.vitiello

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[IxD&A Journal] Issue N. 61 is now available for free reading and downloading

by Carlo Giovannella

======================================================== /Apologize for unintended cross-mailing/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- *International Journal on Interaction Design & Architecture(s) - IxD&A* *https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-000 *established in 2005 SCOPUS and ESCI (Emerging Sources Citation Index - Web of Science, Thomson Reuters) indexed Journal implements also video presentations of the published contributions. CiteScore 2023: 2.5 (Q1: Design (/Architecture); Q2: Multidisciplinary, Media Technology, Education; Q3: Computer Science Applicationms, Human Computer Interaction) To help us to improve the *reader/author experience* please, if you have not already done, take part in the *survey* -> SCIENTIFIC JOURNALS & USER EXPERIENCE <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpUR_mbeNMSOjjNqSRa7ko-BJ6nkFh7w_…> ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Issue N. 61* featuring the special issue on ‘*/Designing for People in Human-Robot Collaboration./*’ guest edited by /Stine S. Johansen, Alan Burden, Eike Schneiders, Alexander N. Walzer /that includes the “stimulated paper” by /Laurianne Sitbon, Saminda Balasuriya, Alicia Mitchell/ on ‘*/Inclusively Designing for People in Human-Robot Collaboration./*’; and + regular papers is now available for free downloading https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-061 <https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-060> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ /IxD&A implements the Gold/Diamond Open Access road to its contents with no charge to the authors/ If you wish to help us in improving the quality of the journal, please donate: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=5EUX7C… <https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=5EUX7C…> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * * *IxD&A Journal, Issue N. 61 - ToC*/ / /Special issue on:/ *Designing for People in Human-Robot Collaboration.* /*Preface*/ (https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-061-001psi) /Stine S. Johansen, Alan Burden, Eike Schneiders, Alexander N. Walzer/ p. 5 – 10 *Stimulated paper* /Laurianne Sitbon, Saminda Balasuriya, Alicia Mitchell/ Inclusively Designing for People in Human-Robot Collaboration. pp. 11 – 41 (https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-061-001sp) *Contributed paper* /Jasper Vermeulen, Glenda Caldwell, Müge Belek Fialho Teixeira, Alan Burden, Matthias Guertler/ To Safety and Beyond! A Scoping Review of Human Factors Enriching the Design of Human-Robot Collaboration , pp. 42 – 65 (https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-061-001) /Laura Tomidei, Matthias Guertler, Nathalie Sick, Gavin Paul, Marc Carmichael/ Design Principles for Safe Human Robot Collaboration, pp. 66 – 97 (https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-061-002) /Belinda J Dunstan, Guy Hoffman/ Rethinking Bodily Expression in Human-Robot Communication: Insights from Sculpture, pp. 98 – 116 (https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-061-003) /Wei Win Loy, Anthony Franze, Jared Donovan, Muge Fialho Leandro Alves Teixeira, Matt Adcock, Markus Rittenbruch/ Design Considerations for AR-Enabled Human-Robot Collaboration in Fabrication-Centric Architectural Design Process: A Co-design Approach., pp. 117 – 143 (https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-061-004) /Cryston Sahae, Shuyue Gu, Lige Yang, Elin A. Björling, Nichelle Song/ An Exploration of a Social Robot as a Digital Shield for Law Enforcement Interviews: Designing a Prototype, pp. 144 – 163 (https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-061-005) /Janika Leoste, Kristel Marmor, Mati Heidmets/ Nonverbal Behavior of Service Robots in Social Interactions – A Survey on Recent Studies, pp. 164 – 192 (https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-061-006) *Regular paper* /Georgina Guillen-Hanson, Mattia Thibault/ Knee deep in the hoopla: rebuilding our cities beyond rocks and walls. A review of human-need satisfaction during the COVID-19 pandemic, pp. 193 – 215, (https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-061-007) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------* *To keep updated join the IxD&A groups @: IxD&A Linkedin -> link <https://www.linkedin.com/groups/3785204/> IxD&A Facebook -> link <https://www.facebook.com/groups/528301461963022> Enjoy the videos of the "Meeting the Authors" events @: IxD&A Youtube channel -> link <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_F6Aa-zJERXS1H7IqbTtKA/videos> ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- IxD&A Privacy Policy <http://ixdea.uniroma2.it/inevent/events/idea2010/index.php?s=9&a=1> ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------* Forthcoming issues:* https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-000 • ‘STEAM teaching and learning: advances beyond the state of the art’ Guest editors: Hector Cardona-Reyes, Carlos Alberto Lara-Álvarez, Miguel Angel Ortiz Esparza, Klinge Orlando Villalba-Condori • ‘Smart Learning Ecosystems beyond 2030′ Guest editors: Gabriella Dodero, Carlo Giovannella, Francesca Pozzi • ‘Digital Crossroads: Enhancing Mediterranean Values through Human-Computer Interaction Research’ Guest editors: George Caridakis, Houda El Mimouni, Joel Lanir, Valentina Nisi, Giuliana Vitiello • ‘Digital Technologies for Supporting Inclusion’ Guest editors: Hasan Ferdous, Carsten Röcker, Syed Isthiaque Ahmed, Nusrat Jahan Mim • ‘Map-based interfaces and interactions’ Guest editors: Masood Masoodian, Saturnino Luz • ‘Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems’ Guest editors: Chiara Ceccarini, Catia Prandi, Alberto Monge Roffarello, Luigi De Russis ----------------------------------------------------------

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20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) : Last Call for Workshop and Tutorial Proposals

by Announce

*** Last Call for Workshop and Tutorial Proposals *** 20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) May 5-7, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://2025.persuasivetech.org In a world in which technology is increasingly present in people’s lives, and changing human behavior and attitudes is often the key to solving many societal and personal problems, studying how technology might be used to influence humans (in their behavior, attitudes and information processing), is paramount. Persuasive Technology is a vibrant interdisciplinary research field, focusing on the design, development and evaluation of interactive technologies aimed at influencing people’s attitudes and/or behaviors through persuasion, but not through coercion or deception. The research community aims at enriching people’s lives in various domains such as health and sustainability by supporting people in setting and achieving their own goals, thus helping them change their behavior. The 2025 conference will be hosted in Limassol, Cyprus at the 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina. The previous successful conferences have been organized in Wollongong, Limassol, Eindhoven, Stanford, Oulu, Claremont, Copenhagen, Columbus, Linköping, Sydney, Padua, Chicago, Salzburg, Amsterdam, and Waterloo. The conference series seeks to bring together researchers and practitioners from industry and academia working with various topics of persuasive technology. Workshops are meant to gather a number of people to work interactively on an emerging topic and exchange ideas. Tutorials are intended to help people attending the conference organize a related scientific meeting on a specific topic or instruct on a specific practice. Approved workshops and tutorials will be announced on the conference website. Tutorials and workshops will take place during a half- or full-day session before the conference. If you want to organize a workshop, please submit a proposal as a maximum 4-page description in Springer LNCS format (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…), including a description of the topic, motivation, organization (including the list of organizing members, how the organizers will form a program committee, and duration of the workshop, expected outcome, and supporting materials (if applicable). Workshop and tutorial descriptions will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings) https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html. Workshop organisers must commit to creating their Call for Papers and their website within one week of the notification. Please email your proposal by December 01, 2024, to the workshop chairs: Wenzhen Xu (wenzhen.xu AT r.hit-u.ac.jp), Rhoda Abadia (Rhoda.Abadia AT unisa.edu.au), and Kaoru Sumi (kaoru.sumi AT acm.org). The organizing committee will review the proposals and communicate the results by December 15, 2024. IMPORTANT DATES Workshop and tutorial proposals: • Submission deadline: December 1, 2024 (AoE) • Decision notification: December 15, 2024 Workshop papers submission: • Submission deadline: March 1, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: March 15, 2025 • Camera ready: March 28, 2025 Registration: • Author registration deadline for workshops: March 28, 2025 • Early bird registration: April 5, 2025 ORGANISATION General Chairs • Evangelos Karapanos, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Chairs • Raian Ali, HBKU, Qatar • Khin Than Win, University of Wollongong, Australia Demo, Poster and Artefacts • Ruben Hgouveia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal • Hanne Spelt, Philips, Netherlands Workshops and Tutorial Chairs • Rhodora Abadia, University of South Australia, Australia • Kaoru Sumi, Future University of Hakodate, Japan • Wenzhen Xu, Hitotsubashi University, Japan Doctoral Consortium Chairs • Sriram Iyengar, University of of Arizona, USA • Roberto Legaspi, KDDI, Japan • Shahla Meedya, Australian Catholic University, Australia Proceedings Chairs • Elena Vlahu-Gjorgievska, University of Wollongong, Australia • Kiemute Oyibo, University of York, Canada Society for Persuasion and Technology Steering Committee • Raian Ali – Chair Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar • Luca Chittaro – General Member Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Lab, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, University of Udine, Italy • Roberto Legaspi – General Member Research Scientist, Collaborative AI Lab, Human-centered AI Laboratories KDDI Research, Inc., Japan • Harri Oinas-Kukkonen – General Member Professor, Information Systems Science and Dean of Graduate School, University of Oulu, Finland • Kiemute Oyibo – General Member Assistant Professor, Interactive Systems Research Group, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, York University, Canada • Khin Than Win – Secretary Professor at the University of Wollongong, Australia

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19th European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA 2025): Second Call for Paper Submission and Workshop Proposals

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*** Second Call for Paper Submission and Workshop Proposals *** 19th European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA 2025) September 15-19, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://conf.researchr.org/home/ecsa-2025 (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) The European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA) is the premier European software architecture conference, providing researchers, practitioners, and educators with a platform to present and discuss the most recent, innovative, and significant findings and experiences in the field of software architecture research and practice. The 19th European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA 2025) will be held from September 15 to 19, 2025. ECSA 2025 is planned as an in-person conference taking place in the beautiful city of Limassol (Cyprus). SCOPE The theme for ECSA 2025 is “impactful software architecture”. The software architecture discipline has had a critical role in shaping robust, scalable, and maintainable systems. We are interested in learning about software architecture principles and practices, emergence trends and case studies highlighting strategic architectural choices that can lead to enhanced performance, improved collaboration, and long-term sustainability. The overarching question is how these architectural principles and practices, both well-established and emerging, are making an impact in real-world systems, and how that impact is being felt across various domains, from enterprise systems to more novel areas like, e.g., AI-driven or autonomous applications? The Program Committee of the 19th European Conference on Software Architecture seeks submissions of original and unpublished high-quality papers describing fundamental and applied research; new methods, approaches, and processes; novel applications; education and training in software architecture; and experience reports on all topics related to software architecture. We particularly encourage papers that demonstrate that diversity in gender, culture, religion, country, etc. are key factors for success and innovation in software architecture. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: • Foundational principles of software architecture • Relationship of requirements engineering and software architecture • Quality attributes and software architectures • Architecture practices for secure, explainable, and trustworthy software • Architecture design and analysis • Architecture description languages and meta-models • Architecture verification and validation • Management of architectural knowledge, decisions, and rationale • Architecture patterns, styles, and tactics; reference architectures • Architecture viewpoints and views • Architecture conformance • Software architecture virtualization and visualization • Architecture-centric process models and frameworks • Software architecture and agile, incremental, iterative, and continuous development • Component-based models and deployment; middleware • Software architecture and system architecture • Software tools and environments for architecture-centric software engineering • Ethics, cultural, economic, business, social, human, and managerial aspects of software architecture • Architecture and technical debt • Architecting for sustainable and environment friendly systems • Applying AI and LLMs in software architecture and architecting for AI and LLM intensive systems • Software architecture education • Cross-disciplinary approaches to software architecture • Architectures for reconfigurable and self-adaptive systems • Architectural concerns of autonomic systems • Software architecture applied to new and emerging areas, such as the cloud/edge, big data, blockchain, cyber-physical systems, IoT, autonomous systems, systems-of-systems, energy- aware software, quantum computing, AI-enabled systems • Empirical studies, systematic literature reviews, and mapping studies in software architecture • Diversity, equity, and inclusion in activities related to software architecture PAPER SUBMISSIONS ECSA 2025 seeks four types of papers for the research track: • Research papers (max. 16 pages in LNCS style) which describe novel contributions to software architecture research (submissions should cover work that has a sound scientific/technological basis and has been validated) • Education and training papers (max. 16 pages in LNCS style) that address methodologies, experiences and best practices for teaching and training software architecture • Experience reports (max. 16 pages in LNCS style) that cover innovative implementations, novel applications, insightful performance results and experience in applying software architecture research advances to practical situations and systems • Short papers (max. 8 pages in LNCS style) that present novel and preliminary work-in- progress or challenges in a topic of software architecture research, education, and training. Submissions must have a sound basis, but not necessarily be validated in full. All submitted papers will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Papers will be selected based on originality, quality, soundness, and relevance. All contributions must be original, not published, accepted, or submitted for publication elsewhere. Contravention of this concurrent submission policy will be deemed a serious breach of ethics, and appropriate action will be taken in all such cases. Plagiarism checking will be conducted and any paper reporting more than a 20% match with published work will be desk-rejected. To note is that research papers, education and training papers, and experience reports that are rejected in their categories may be re-evaluated as short papers only if the committee decides on rejection of the full paper on the basis that it presents preliminary work. The research track of ECSA 2025 supports an Open Science policy. We encourage all contributing authors to disclose (anonymized and curated) data/artifacts to increase reproducibility. Note that sharing research artifacts is not mandatory for submission or acceptance. Upon submission to the research track, authors are required: • To make their artifacts available to the program committee (via a link to an anonymous repository) and provide instructions on how to access this data in the paper; or • To include in the paper an explanation as to why this is not possible or desirable; and • To indicate why they do not intend to make their data or study materials publicly available upon acceptance, if that is the case While sharing research artifacts is not mandatory for submission or acceptance, authors are required to include a Data Availability statement after the Conclusions section in a section named "Data Availability". This statement should explain whether or not data and/or artifacts are available or how they could be accessed (or not). Upon acceptance, papers with Open Science artifacts (e.g., data, tools, etc.) will be invited to upload their artifacts into the ECSA Zenodo community (https://zenodo.org/communities/ecsa) to make them accessible and visible to the ECSA community. Sharing artifacts via the ECSA Zenodo community is required for authors to be eligible for the best Open Artifact award. All contributions must be formatted according to the Springer LNCS style http://www.springer.com/computer/lncs?SGWID=0-164-6-793341-0. Page limits include figures and references. Contributions need to be submitted in PDF format via EasyChair to the ECSA 2025 Research Track: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ecsa2025. Please select the “Research Track” in EasyChair for your submission and click "Continue". The proceedings will be published by Springer as part of the LNCS series. We also plan to organize a Journal Special Issue on the theme of ECSA 2025 and to invite authors of selected papers to submit an extended version of their research. WORKSHOP PROPOSAL SUBMISSIONS Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit proposals for workshops and tutorials held in conjunction with ECSA 2025. Workshops and tutorials will be held on September 15-16, 2025 (right before the main conference on September 17-19, 2025). ECSA workshops allow researchers and practitioners to exchange and explore innovative software architecture (scientific or engineering) ideas and challenges at an early stage. Topics of interest are, but are not limited to: • Software Architecture challenges for AI- and ML-based Systems • Software Architecture challenges for Self-Adaptive Systems • Software Architecture challenges for Cyber-Physical Systems • Software Architecture challenges in Big Data and Cloud Computing • Software Architecture challenges in IoT-based Systems • Software Architecture challenges in DevOps and MLOps • Software Architecture challenges in Blockchain Engineering • Software Architecture challenges in Quantum Software • Quality-of-service (QoS) measurements of Software Architectures • Privacy and Security in Software Architectural Design • Context-aware, Autonomous, and Smart Architectures • Sustainability in Software Architectures • Software Architecture Erosion and Architectural Consistency • Technical Debt in Software Architecture Design • Architecting the Digital Twin • Continuous Architecting • Agile Software Architecting • Human Aspects of Software Architecting • Software Architecture Assessment • AI assisted Software Architecting • Agile Modeling All proposals must conform to a maximum of 8 pages following the LNCS format (see below), including references, appendices, and figures. The proposal must include the following information in the order specified: • Workshop title and acronym • Contact information for the workshop organizers (name, affiliation, email) and the main contact • Abstract (up to 200 words) for the ECSA 2025 website (if the workshop is accepted) • Motivation and Objectives ○ Relevance of the workshop to the field of software architecture ○ Anticipated goals and outcomes (e.g., open research problems to pursue, validation objectives, empirical studies) • Format ○ Workshop format (e.g., paper presentations, keynotes, breakout sessions, panel-like discussions) and plans for generating discussions ○ Duration - half day, one day or two days ○ Preliminary workshop schedule ○ Special services, logistic and/or equipment constraints • Participation ○ Target Audience and expected background ○ Plans regarding the mix of industry and research participation ○ Expected minimum and maximum number of workshop participants ○ Plans for participant solicitation and dissemination • Submission ○ Types of contributions (e.g., extended abstracts, position papers, research papers, etc.) and their estimated number. ○ Review and evaluation process deciding about the acceptance of submissions ○ Program committee, including tentative and already committed members ○ Strategy for the proceedings • Organizers ○ Brief description of each organizer’s background, including relevant past experience in organizing conferences and workshops ○ Brief organizers’ bios • Previous editions ○ Where and when the workshop has been offered previously, the past numbers of submitted and accepted papers, numbers of attendees ○ Number of registered attendees and websites of previous editions (if any) • Draft Call-for-Papers (1 page) Submissions must follow the LNCS style (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…). All proposals should be submitted before the submission deadline (see below) using the online submission site: EasyChair ECSA 2025 Workshop track (https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ecsa2025). ECSA 2025 will use a single review process for workshop proceedings. For accepted papers, the minimum number of pages for each workshop paper is 8 and the maximum is 16 pages in the LNCS format. The proceedings of the workshops will be published by Springer in the LNCS series. IMPORTANT DATES Main Conference • Abstract submission: March 14, 2025 • Paper submission: March 21, 2025 • Notification: May 9, 2025 • Camera-ready paper: June 23, 2025 Workshops • Workshop proposals: February 15, 2025 • Workshop proposals notification: March 7, 2025 • Workshop papers abstracts: May 12, 2025 • Workshop papers submission: May 19, 2025 • Workshop papers notification: June 20, 2025 • Workshop papers camera-ready: June 27, 2025 • Workshop dates: September 15-16, 2025 Early/Author registration for all accepted contributions: June 27, 2025 All dates are 23:59h AoE (Anywhere on Earth). ORGANISATION General Chairs • Cesare Pautasso, University of Lugano, Switzerland • Vasilios Andrikopoulos, University of Groeningen, The Netherlands Program Co-Chairs • Nour Ali, Brunel University London, UK • Jacopo Soldani, University of Pisa, Pisa Workshop Co-Chairs • Tommi Mikkonen, University of Jyvaskyla, Finland • Jennifer Perez, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain

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IS-EUD 2025 - Call for Papers

by Carmen Santoro

IS-EUD 2025 Call for Papers 10th International Symposium on End-User Development 16-18 June 2025, Munich (Germany) https://iseud2025.ubicomp.net/ End-User Development (EUD) aims to empower end-users who are not necessarily experts in software development to create their own software to address their specific needs. IS-EUD is a bi-annual event that gathers researchers interested in extending the knowledge about how to design end-user development technologies and provide scientific accounts of phenomena surrounding EUD practices. Topics The conference welcomes contributions on: • Simple and efficient environments for EUD • GenAI to support EUD • No-code/low-code paradigms and visual languages to create software and systems • Theoretical concepts and foundations for the EUD field • New processes, methods, and techniques for EUD • Approaches empowering users to create, modify, and tailor digital artefacts • Case studies and design implications on challenges and practices of EUD Papers We invite two types of paper submissions: - Regular papers, up to 16 pages (not counting references), describing original unpublished research making a substantial contribution to the research field; - Short papers, up to 8 pages (not counting references), describing original unpublished research, making a small but solid contribution to the field. All submissions will be reviewed by the Program Committee. The review process is double-blind, thus submissions must be anonymized. Accepted papers (both regular and short) will appear in the archival proceedings of IS-EUD 2025, published by Springer in the Lecture Notes on Computer Science (LNCS) series, and will be presented at the conference. Important Dates * Regular and Short Papers: Submission: 28 February 2025 Notification: 21 March 2025 Camera-ready: 4 April 2025 * Workshop Proposals: Submission: 7 February 2025 Notification: 14 February 2025 * Submissions to Accepted Workshops: Submission: 28 March 2025 Notification: 18 April 2025 * Demonstrations, Work in Progress, Doctoral Consortium: Submission: 28 March 2025 Notification: 18 April 2025 Camera-ready: 28 April 2025 Organisation - General Chairs Albrecht Schmidt, LMU Munich Carmen Santoro, CNR-ISTI - Program Chairs Andrea Bellucci, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid Maristella Matera, Politecnico di Milano - Workshop Chairs Viktorija Paneva, LMU Munich Daniel Tetteroo, Eindhoven University of Technology - Demo and Work in Progress Chairs Sebastian Feger, TH Rosenheim Vittoria Frau, Aarhus University - Doctoral Consortium Chairs Fabio Paternò, CNR-ISTI Davide Spano, University of Cagliari - Web Chair Andrea Esposito, University of Bari "Aldo Moro"

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The 24th IFIP Conference e-Business, e-Services, and e-Society (I3E 2025): Second Call for Papers

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*** Second Call for Papers *** The 24th IFIP Conference e-Business, e-Services, and e-Society (I3E 2025) September 9-11, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://cyprusconferences.org/i3e2025/ (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) (*** Journal Special Issue with Springer's SN Computer Science ***) Conference theme: “Pervasive digital services for people’s well-being, inclusion and sustainable development” OVERVIEW Next-gen digital services contribute to people’s well-being, inclusion, and sustainable development, re-shaping e-business, e-services, and e-society. Such services are pervasive both since they run on a large variety of heterogeneous devices and they permeate various aspects of daily life, by offering accessible and personalised experiences to all individuals. The proposed theme advocates for the design, implementation and operations of novel digital solutions that satisfy the needs of different individuals, while contributing to their well-being and to preserving the Planet. I3E 2025 will collect contributions about the creation and management of user-centric accessible platforms, applications, and services that empower individuals to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. The proposed theme aims at emphasizing how it is possible to leverage different technologies to address pressing societal challenges such as, for instance, healthcare access, education, poverty alleviation, sustainable usage of resources, and social equity, towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. TOPICS OF INTEREST Areas of particular interest include but are not limited to: e-Business • Innovative e-business models • Inter-organizational systems • Business process integration • Business process re-engineering • e-Marketplaces, e-Hubs and portals • Digital goods and products • User behaviour modeling • Mobile business • Enterprise application integration • e-Negotiations, auctioning and contracting • Supply, demand, and value chains • e-Commerce content management • Dynamic pricing models • Trust and security • Mobile Commerce • Business Intelligence • Business Ontologies and Models • E-Business Models e-Services • e-Service composition • Inter-organizational services • e-Collaboration and e-Services • Service-oriented computing • Web services • Semantic web services • Service workflows • Virtual organizations and coalitions • Virtual enterprises and virtual markets • Web 2.0 applications • Agent-oriented e-Services • P2P co-operation models • Ubiquitous, mobile, and pervasive services • Application service management • Services and service management in the cloud-edge continuum • Next-gen AI services • Enterprise Ontologies • Accessibility • Usability e-Society • e-Government (e.g. G2G, G2B, or G2C) • Digital cities and regions • e-Democracy and e-Governance • e-Inclusion to information society • e-Health and e-Education • Public e-Services for citizens and enterprises • One-stop government service integration • Mobile public services • Multimedia and multilingualism • Digital culture and digital divide • Privacy and security • Legal societal and cultural issues • Public-private partnerships • International dimension of e-Gov • E-society and AI • Digital Transformation • Social Computing • Green Computing • Sustainable Technologies • Humanitarian & Emergency Management • Digital Inclusion • Digital Literacy SUBMISSION Authors should submit original, unpublished research papers. All papers must not simultaneously be submitted to another journal or conference. All accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings. Therefore, submissions should not be under consideration for any other conference or journal outlet. Authors should consult Springer’s authors’ guidelines and use their proceedings templates to prepare their papers (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…). Authors can submit their proceedings articles using the EasyChair platform. Please use the following link: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=i3e2025 . Length of papers The most common types of papers accepted for publication are full papers (12 pages) and short papers (7 pages). We only wish to publish papers of significant scientific content. Journal Special Issue Authors of selected papers will be invited to submit an extended and revised version of their paper (with at least 30% additional material) for fast-track review and publication in Springer's SN Computer Science (https://link.springer.com/journal/42979). IMPORTANT DATES • Paper Submission: May 19, 2025 (AoE) • Author Notification: June 23, 2025 • Camera-ready: June 30, 2025 • Author Registration: June 30, 2025 ORGANISATION Conference Chair • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus Conference Co-Chairs • Yogesh K. Dwivedi, Emerging Markets Research Centre (EMaRC) • Georgia Kapitsaki, University of Cyprus • Matti Mäntymäki, University of Turku • Ilias Pappas, Norwegian University of Science and Technology • Marinos Themistocleous, University of Nicosia Program Co-Chairs • Achilleas Achilleos, Frederick University of Cyprus • Stefano Forti, University of Pisa • Angelika Kokkinaki, University of Nicosia

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Elenco riviste ANVUR Informatica, sull'HCI

by Giuliana VITIELLO

Cari Membri di SIGCHI italy, Vi scrivo per segnalarvi che il GRIN sta chiedendo ai rappresentanti di sede di raccogliere suggerimenti sulla lista di riviste pubblicata sul sito dell'ANVUR per la VQR per Informatica INFO-01/A: https://www.anvur.it/attivita/vqr/vqr-2020-2024/gev/area-1-scienze-matemati… La giunta GRIN, vorrebbe farla diventare (eventualmente emendata) una proposta ufficiale del GRIN. C'è anche la proposta di raffinarla taggando le riviste sulla base delle parole chiave della declaratoria. Quest'ultimo aspetto ci interessa particolarmente come comunità HCI e per questo vi prego, se potete, di compilare il seguente form, dopo aver esaminato il file cui il form fa riferimento https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf98qaFNg7hie-7TZL9k27l4rtNzsi2QKA… Purtroppo, come forse avrete già appreso dai vostri rappresentanti di sede, la giunta terrà una prima riunione il 14 novembre e una seconda il 21 novembre. Tutto ciò che riusciremo a suggerire in questo breve tempo sarà prezioso non solo per gli informatici ma per tutta la comunità HCI italiana. Vi ringrazio. Un caro saluto, Giuliana --- Prof. Giuliana Vitiello, PhD Director HCI-UsE Lab Department of Computer Science University of Salerno Italy phone +39 089 963317 cell +39 3666758965 https:// <https://docenti.unisa.it/003730/home> docenti.unisa.it/giuliana.vitiello

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Re: R: Re: Elenco riviste ANVUR Informatica, sull'HCI

by Dragan Ahmetovic

Ciao a tutti, Mi pare che tutte le riviste segnalate nel settore HCI su SCIMAGO che mancavano nella lista ANVUR siano state aggiunte nel foglio condiviso, complimenti per l'accuratissimo lavoro. Invece, ho trovato su SCIMAGO svariate riviste che menzionano il settore HCI, ma non ce l'hanno tra le categorie. Moltissime di queste sono ad esempio nel settore "ergonomics". Oppure svariate riviste che trattano tecnologie assistive sono in settori diversi (es "rehabilitation") ma sono delle venue ragionevoli per chi ci lavora anche lato HCI. È il caso di segnalare anche queste? Grazie, Dragan Dragan Ahmetovic Associate Professor EveryWare Lab. Dept. of Computer Science Università degli Studi di Milano On Nov 18, 2024 10:03, Fabio Paternò <fabio.paterno(a)isti.cnr.it> wrote: Si, a supporto di quello che diceva Davide farei notare che nella classificazione di Scimago delle riviste su human-computer interaction, disponible a https://www.scimagojr.com/journalrank.php?category=1709&area=1700&page=1&to… è inclusa anche Proceedings of ACM on Human Computer Interaction, oltre che Proceedings of the ACM on Interactive, Mobile, Wearable and Ubiquitous Technologies Ciao Fabio Da: Davide Spano <davide.spano(a)unica.it> Inviato: martedì 12 novembre 2024 23:16 A: Giuliana VITIELLO <gvitiello(a)unisa.it> Cc: hcitaly(a)isti.cnr.it Oggetto: [Hcitaly] Re: Elenco riviste ANVUR Informatica, sull'HCI Cara Giuliana, grazie per la segnalazione. Credo che sia particolarmente importante per la nostra comunità far notare che nell'elenco manca la rivista Proceedings of ACM on Human Computer Interaction (https://dl.acm.org/journal/pacmhci), che pubblica gli articoli di alcune conferenze importanti che hanno adottato un journal model come CSCW, ISS, MobileHCI e EICS. Alcune hanno perso il ranking CORE proprio per aver adottato questo modello e quindi potrebbero cadere in un "limbo valutativo": non si considerano journal, ma la conferenza non ha ranking. La scelta del nome è stata particolarmente infelice, ma il modello è quello dei Proceedings of IEEE o Procedia in Computer Science, presenti nella lista Anvur. Ho inserito la segnalazione nel form, ma credo sia importante spargere la voce più possibile fra i rappresentanti di sede. Un caro saluto --Davide On Tue, 12 Nov 2024 at 19:34, Giuliana VITIELLO <gvitiello(a)unisa.it<mailto:gvitiello@unisa.it>> wrote: Cari Membri di SIGCHI italy, Vi scrivo per segnalarvi che il GRIN sta chiedendo ai rappresentanti di sede di raccogliere suggerimenti sulla lista di riviste pubblicata sul sito dell'ANVUR per la VQR per Informatica INFO-01/A: https://www.anvur.it/attivita/vqr/vqr-2020-2024/gev/area-1-scienze-matemati… La giunta GRIN, vorrebbe farla diventare (eventualmente emendata) una proposta ufficiale del GRIN. C'è anche la proposta di raffinarla taggando le riviste sulla base delle parole chiave della declaratoria. Quest'ultimo aspetto ci interessa particolarmente come comunità HCI e per questo vi prego, se potete, di compilare il seguente form, dopo aver esaminato il file cui il form fa riferimento https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf98qaFNg7hie-7TZL9k27l4rtNzsi2QKA… Purtroppo, come forse avrete già appreso dai vostri rappresentanti di sede, la giunta terrà una prima riunione il 14 novembre e una seconda il 21 novembre. Tutto ciò che riusciremo a suggerire in questo breve tempo sarà prezioso non solo per gli informatici ma per tutta la comunità HCI italiana. Vi ringrazio. Un caro saluto, Giuliana --- Prof. Giuliana Vitiello, PhD Director HCI-UsE Lab Department of Computer Science University of Salerno Italy phone +39 089 963317 cell +39 3666758965 https://<https://docenti.unisa.it/003730/home>docenti.unisa.it/giuliana.vitiello<http://docenti.unisa.it/giuliana.vitiello> -- Hcitaly mailing list hcitaly(a)isti.cnr.it<mailto:hcitaly@isti.cnr.it> https://mailman.isti.cnr.it/postorius/lists/hcitaly.isti.cnr.it/ -- [Immagine rimossa dal mittente. photo] Prof. Lucio Davide Spano Dipartimento di Matematica e Informatica Università di Cagliari Via Ospedale 72, 09124, Cagliari, Italy Tel: +39 070 675 8760 Website<https://www.unica.it/unica/page/it/luciod_spano> | RG<https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Lucio_Spano> | ORCHID<https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7106-0463>

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20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) : Fourth Call for Contributions

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*** Fourth Call for Contributions *** 20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) May 5-7, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://2025.persuasivetech.org (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) In a world in which technology is increasingly present in people’s lives, and changing human behavior and attitudes is often the key to solving many societal and personal problems, studying how technology might be used to influence humans (in their behavior, attitudes and information processing), is paramount. Persuasive Technology is a vibrant interdisciplinary research field, focusing on the design, development and evaluation of interactive technologies aimed at influencing people’s attitudes and/or behaviors through persuasion, but not through coercion or deception. The research community aims at enriching people’s lives in various domains such as health and sustainability by supporting people in setting and achieving their own goals, thus helping them change their behavior. The 2025 conference will be hosted in Limassol, Cyprus at the 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina. The previous successful conferences have been organized in Wollongong, Limassol, Eindhoven, Stanford, Oulu, Claremont, Copenhagen, Columbus, Linköping, Sydney, Padua, Chicago, Salzburg, Amsterdam, and Waterloo. The conference series seeks to bring together researchers and practitioners from industry and academia working with various topics of persuasive technology. We welcome the following categories of papers and extended abstracts: • Technical papers that introduce novel persuasive technology approaches and solutions alongside evidence of their potential. • Empirical studies which seek to provide evidence and explanation of methods, principles and theories in persuasive systems. • Conceptual-theoretical papers which primarily seek to contribute to the general understanding of the field’s core themes and specificities. • Other papers, e.g. literature reviews or experience reports. SCOPE The scope of the conference includes (but is not limited to) the following topics: • Persuasive systems’ design • Behavior change support systems • Interaction with persuasive systems, interfaces, visualization • Interactive agents in persuasive systems • (Generative) AI for persuasive technology • Tailored and personalized persuasion • Gamification for persuasion • Evaluation and validation of persuasive applications • Fitting methods for development, evaluation and implementation of persuasive systems • Optimizing engagement with persuasive systems • Software architectures and technical infrastructures for persuasive systems • Smart environments, e.g. IoT, and persuasion • Digital Marketing, eCommerce, eTourism and SMART ecosystems • Motivational, cognitive and perceptual factors in persuasive technology • Application domains for persuasive technologies such as safety, healthy living, sustainable behaviors, learning and training, marketing and commerce, work environments, organizations • Positive technology • Humanizing and/or dehumanizing effects of persuasive technology • Values and ethics in persuasive technology • Privacy, perceived security and trust in persuasive technology • Resilience and counter-persuasion • Detecting persuasive strategies in social media posts • Encouraging adherence to safety measures in pandemic situations Questions that we hope to be addressed include, but are not limited to: • How to recognize and demonstrate the real life effects of persuasive technology on people’s attitudes and behaviours? • How to conduct studies that not just show their effectiveness but are also able to explain in more detail why a design or intervention works? • How to design an evaluation study so that it yields insights that are applicable to other designs or interventions? • How theoretical insight can help improve application and/or intervention planning and design? • How can design and intervention studies improve theory? SUBMISSION TYPES Regular Papers This format is suitable for original research, which is completed work at the time of submission and, regardless of the length of the paper, is a self-sufficient scientific contribution. Papers can be full papers (12 pages, excluding references) or short papers (6 pages, excluding references) in Springer LNCS format, and describe work not presented, published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere. Accepted papers will be included in the Springer LNCS conference proceedings and be devoted a timeslot for oral presentation. Selected papers will be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal (Taylor & Francis). Extended Abstracts We also welcome extended abstract submissions to showcase the results of already conducted studies where authors do not wish to publish them as regular papers in the conference proceedings but rather present them at the conference for discussions that can shape the final version (that may be submitted elsewhere later). The studies will be also be devoted a timeslot for oral presentation in a special session. Extended abstracts must not be more than 2 pages in CEUR format (including references). Accepted abstracts will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings, 1 column style, see here). Selected papers in this category, based on their quality, level of timeliness and relevance, and completion, will also be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal. Poster Presentations This format is suitable for descriptions of smaller studies, project outlines, literature reviews or work-in-progress. Authors should submit a 2-page abstract in CEUR format (1 column style). Accepted posters will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings). Posters will be displayed and presented during a dedicated session of the conference. Demonstrations and Artefacts The Persuasive 2025 track on Demonstrations and Artefact is intended to foster discussion and exchange of ideas among researchers and practitioners from academia and industry by demonstrating or presenting hardware and software products or artefacts, including those in virtual settings (e.g., simulation systems, VR, and games), that range from early research prototypes to mature production-ready systems. The contribution should be the result of original, innovative work, including solving novel technical or research problems, and/or creating novel individual or industrial UI/UX. Accepted demonstrations or presentations shall be presented live during the conference. Doctoral Consortium Papers The Doctoral Consortium is a special session of the conference where PhD students can receive advice in a constructive atmosphere. Students present and discuss their research with other PhD students and a panel of established researchers in the area of persuasive technology. Students interested in participating in the Doctoral Consortium should submit a 4-page abstract in CEUR format (1 column style) describing their research question, its position with respect to the state of the art, their research plans and methodology, ideas, and results achieved so far. Accepted abstracts will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings) unless opted out by the student. Workshops and Tutorial Proposals Workshops are meant to gather a number of people to work interactively on an emerging topic and exchange ideas. Tutorials are intended to help people attending the conference organize a related scientific meeting on a specific topic or instruct on a specific practice. Approved workshops and tutorials will be announced on the conference website. Tutorials and workshops will take place during a half- or full-day session before the conference. If you want to organize a workshop, please submit a proposal as a maximum 4-page description in Springer LNCS format (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings- guidelines), including a description of the topic, motivation, organization (including the list of organizing members, how the organizers will form a program committee, duration of the workshop and mode of delivery: in-person/hybrid), expected outcome, and supporting materials (if applicable). Workshop and tutorial descriptions will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings) https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html. Workshop organisers must commit to creating their Call for Papers and their website within one week of the notification. Please email your proposal by December 01, 2024, to the workshop chairs: Wenzhen Xu (wenzhen.xu(a)r.hit-u.ac.jp), Rhoda Abadia (Rhoda.Abadia(a)unisa.edu.au), and Kaoru Sumi (kaoru.sumi(a)acm.org). The organizing committee will review the proposals and communicate the results by December 15, 2024. IMPORTANT DATES Paper submission: • Submission deadline: January 03, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: February 15, 2025 • Camera ready submission: February 28, 2025 Workshop and tutorial proposals: • Submission deadline: December 1, 2024 (AoE) • Decision notification: December 15, 2024 Workshop papers, posters, demos, artefacts, and doctoral consortium submission: • Submission deadline: March 1, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: March 15, 2025 • Camera ready: March 28, 2025 Registration: • Author registration deadline for the main track: February 28, 2025 • Author registration deadline for the rest of the categories: March 28, 2025 • Early bird registration: April 5, 2025 PUBLICATION Accepted papers of the main track (both Full and Short) will be published by Springer in a volume of the Lecture Notes in Computer Science series (https://www.springer.com/gp/ computer-science/lncs). Workshop and demo descriptions, extended abstracts , abstracts from posters, and doctoral consortium abstracts will be published as an adjunct CEUR proceedings. Extended versions of the best papers and selected papers from the conference will be invited to submit to a special issue on Persuasive Technology 2025 in Behaviour and Information Technology, a Taylor & Francis publication. ORGANISATION General Chairs • Evangelos Karapanos, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Chairs • Raian Ali, HBKU, Qatar • Khin Than Win, University of Wollongong, Australia Demo, Poster and Artefacts • Ruben Hgouveia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal • Hanne Spelt, Philips, Netherlands Workshops and Tutorial Chairs • Rhodora Abadia, University of South Australia, Australia • Kaoru Sumi, Future University of Hakodate, Japan • Wenzhen Xu, Hitotsubashi University, Japan Doctoral Consortium Chairs • Sriram Iyengar, University of of Arizona, USA • Roberto Legaspi, KDDI, Japan • Shahla Meedya, Australian Catholic University, Australia Proceedings Chairs • Elena Vlahu-Gjorgievska, University of Wollongong, Australia • Kiemute Oyibo, University of York, Canada Society for Persuasion and Technology Steering Committee • Raian Ali – Chair Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar • Luca Chittaro – General Member Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Lab, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, University of Udine, Italy • Roberto Legaspi – General Member Research Scientist, Collaborative AI Lab, Human-centered AI Laboratories KDDI Research, Inc., Japan • Harri Oinas-Kukkonen – General Member Professor, Information Systems Science and Dean of Graduate School, University of Oulu, Finland • Kiemute Oyibo – General Member Assistant Professor, Interactive Systems Research Group, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, York University, Canada • Khin Than Win – Secretary Professor at the University of Wollongong, Australia

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[CfP] Adaptive eXplainable AI Workshop 2025

by Tommaso Turchi

*** Apologies for cross-posting *** ------------------------------------------------------ CALL FOR PAPERS: Adaptive eXplainable AI Workshop 2025 ------------------------------------------------------ We are delighted to announce the second edition of the Adaptive XAI (AXAI) Workshop, to be held in conjunction with ACM IUI 2025. As the integration of Artificial Intelligence into daily decision-making processes intensifies, the need for clear communication between humans and AI systems becomes crucial. This workshop is dedicated to exploring the design and development of intelligent interfaces that adaptively explain AI's decision-making processes, with a strong focus on human-centric principles. == Important Dates == * Submission Deadline: January 13, 2025 * Notification: January 27, 2025 * Camera Ready: February 10, 2025 * Workshop Date: March 24, 2025 == Submission Guidelines == * Length: 5-10 pages * Format: CEUR-ART 1-column Template * Submission Website: TBA == Workshop Focus == In line with the human-centric principles of the Future Artificial Intelligence Research (FAIR) project, this workshop seeks to explore, understand and develop interfaces that dynamically adapt, thereby creating explanations of AI-based systems that both relate to and resonate with a range of users with different explanation-based requirements. As AI's role in our lives becomes ever more embedded, the ways in which such systems explain elements about the system need to be malleable and responsive to the ever-evolving individual's cognitive state, relating to contextual needs/focus and to the social setting. == Topics == Building on the success of our first edition, we welcome submissions that address, but are not limited to, the following emerging trends and challenges: 1. **Personalized XAI Interfaces** - Adaptive systems responding to users' evolving needs - Context-aware explanation mechanisms - User modeling for explanation adaptation 2. **Novel Interaction Modalities for XAI** - Multimodal explanation interfaces - Immersive XAI experiences - Visual Languages for AI interaction 3. **Ethical Considerations in Adaptive XAI** - Transparency and trust - User autonomy - Fairness in adaptive systems 4. **Domain-Specific XAI Applications** - Healthcare - Finance - Autonomous systems 5. **Evaluation Methodologies** - Assessment frameworks for adaptive interfaces - User studies and empirical evaluations - Metrics for explanation quality 6. **Over-reliance and Automation Bias** - Maintaining appropriate user skepticism - Engagement strategies - Balance between trust and critical thinking 7. **LLMs in XAI** - Potential and limitations - Human-understandable explanation generation - Integration with existing XAI frameworks 8. **Interactive Machine Learning** - User-in-the-loop systems - Real-time adjustments - Dynamic explanation generation 9. **Hybrid Decision-Making Frameworks** - Human-AI collaboration - Adaptive explanation support - Knowledge integration == Organizers == * Tommaso Turchi, University of Pisa * Alessio Malizia, University of Pisa * Fabio Paternò, CNR-ISTI, Pisa * Simone Borsci, University of Twente * Alan Chamberlain, University of Nottingham * Andrew Fish, University of Liverpool For more information, please visit our website at https://axai.trx.li or contact Tommaso Turchi (tommaso.turchi(a)unipi.it). Join us in Cagliari, Sardinia (Italy) to shape the future of human-AI interaction! //==============================\\ Tommaso Turchi Department of Computer Science University of Pisa \\==============================//

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WUD SIGCHI-Italy domani: link per partecipare da remoto

by Angela Locoro

Buongiorno, il World Usability Day (WUD) SIGCHI-Italy <https://hintlab.polimi.it/wud-sigchi-italy-2024/> è domani. Chi desiderasse seguirlo online potrà collegarsi da remoto al *link WebEx* <https://politecnicomilano.webex.com/politecnicomilano/j.php?MTID=mfa4953208…> dell'evento. Il programma dei lavori è questo: Ore 9:15 Saluti iniziali Prof.ssa Giuliana Vitiello, Università degli Studi di Salerno e Presidentessa del SIGCHI-Italy Prof.ssa Cristina Gena, Università degli Studi di Torino, organizzatrice di numerose precedenti edizioni del WUD SIGCHI-Italy Introdurranno brevemente alla giornata gli organizzatori: Prof.ssa Maristella Matera, Politecnico di Milano Prof.ssa Angela Locoro Università degli Studi di Brescia Prof.ssa Barbara Rita Barricelli, Università degli Studi di Brescia Prof.ssa Daniela Fogli, Università degli Studi di Brescia Prof. Stefano Valtolina,Università degli Studi di Milano INVITED SPEAKER Ore 9:30 Dott.ssa Eleonora Mencarini, Fondazione Bruno Kessler Azioni collettive e piani per il futuro: come la Sustainable HCI può contribuire a contrastare il cambiamento climatico. Ore 10:30-11:00 break La parola alle aziende Ore 11:00 Jie Yuan e Andrea Cardillo, Microsoft Italia, L'accessibilità in Microsoft e l'impatto dell'intelligenza artificiale Ore 11:20 Dr. Carlo Boccazzi Varotto, Hackability, Cambiare le cose: l'importanza di un approccio strutturato al co-design per sviluppare soluzioni per l'accessibilità, generando innovazione e impatti sociali ed economici. Sostenibilità Ore 11:40 Prof.ssa Catia Prandi, Università degli Studi di Bologna. Citizen Science in HCI: un approccio inclusivo per promuovere la consapevolezza e l’impegno civico Ore 12:00 Prof.ssa Monica Vitali, Politecnico di Milano. Progettare per la sostenibilità: come il design di applicazioni Web a basso consumo energetico influisce sull'esperienza utente Ore 12:20 Prof.ssa Tania di Mascio, Università dell’Aquila. Educare l'intelligenza artificiale seguendo le traiettorie di sviluppo dei bambini Accessibilità Ore 12:40 Prof. Alberto Arenghi, Università degli Studi di Brescia. Universal Design: un approccio trasversale per migliorare la qualità della vita Ore 13:00 Prof. Dragan Ahmetovic, Università degli Studi di Milano. Accessibilità delle informazioni tecnico-scientifiche per le persone con disabilità visive Ore 13:20 Prof.ssa Ines Di Loreto, Université de Technologie de Troyes (Francia). Interazione Multisensoriale per l'Apprendimento e la Riabilitazione Grazie a tutti per l'attenzione. A domani! Un caro saluto, Gli organizzatori di WUD-SIGCHI Italy 2024 Angela Locoro, Maristella Matera, Barbara Rita Barricelli, Daniela Fogli, Stefano Valtolina ReplyForward Add reaction

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INTERACT 2025 - 20th IFIP TC.13 International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction - 1st Call for Papers

by Carmelo Ardito

** *** Please accept our apologies for cross-postings *** ***************************************************************************************** * INTERACT 2025 - 20th IFIP TC.13 International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction September 08 – 12, 2025Belo Horizonte, Brazil www.interact2025.org *************************************************************************************** Call for Papers INTERACT 2025 is the 20th International Conference of Technical Committee 13 (Human- Computer Interaction) of IFIP (International Federation for Information Processing). INTERACT is a highly international conference and welcomes papers on all aspects of human-computer interaction.The theme of the conference is “Blending Experiences in Interaction Design”. INTERACT 2025 will be hosted at Belo Horizonte, the capital of Minas Gerais in Brazil. The state of Minas Gerais has a rich diversity with the blending of experiences encompassing a hot pot of cultures and ancestries from around the world, mixing heritage and modern, hand-made traditional artifacts and high-tech industry. This context provides inspiration to bring research challenges to designing blending experiences with virtual and physical, different cultures, and a growing blending of human-created and artifacts generated by artificial intelligence. The call for papers is now open for the following categories: Tracks with submission deadline 17 February 2025- Full papers- Workshops Tracks with submission deadline 19 May 2025- Short papers- Posters- Courses- Panels- Interactive Demos- Doctoral Consortium- Industrial Experiences All contributions are peer reviewed, juried or curated by the members of the international program committee. Papers accepted in all the tracks will be published in the proceedings edited by Springer in the LNCS series, except the Doctoral Consortium papers. Consortium attendees are encouraged to submit a paper or contribution to any of the other tracks on content similar to that in the proposal for the Doctoral Consortium. A selection of papers accepted and presented in workshops organized by the IFIP TC-13 Working Groups will be published as post proceedings in a Springer LNCS volume. Submission Information is available at the Conference Website. **Technical Program chairs* *Carmelo Ardito - LUM Giuseppe Degennaro University, Italy* *Isabela Gasparini - Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina, Brazil* ****Tayana Conte - Universidade Federal do Amazonas, Brazil**** ** *General chairs* *Raquel Prates - Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brazil* *André Freire- Universidade Federal de Lavras, Brazil* *-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For further information please visit the web site: www.interact2025.org* -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Carmelo Ardito, PhD Professore Ordinario di Sistemi di Elaborazione delle Informazioni Dipartimento di Ingegneria Università LUM Giuseppe Degennaro SS 100 km 18 - 70010 Casamassima (Bari, Italy) ardito(a)lum.it ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ -- -- P Per favore pensa all'ambiente prima di stampare questa mail. 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37th International Conference on Testing Software and Systems (ICTSS 2025): First Call for Papers

by Announce

*** First Call for Papers *** 37th International Conference on Testing Software and Systems (ICTSS 2025) September 17-19, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://conf.researchr.org/home/ictss-2025 (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) IFIP-ICTSS is a well-established conference where researchers, developers, testers, and users from industry get together to present and discuss the most recent innovations, experiences and open challenges related to testing software and systems and measuring software quality. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: ■ Aspects of testing: test derivation, test selection, test generation, test coverage, test concretization, test implementation and execution, test result analysis, test oracle, verdict computation, test management, active testing and passive testing, monitoring and runtime verification. ■ Testing new technologies: this year we encourage submissions focused on testing Large Language Models (LLMs), audit machine learning systems (especially for applications to Health) and Quantum systems (programs, computers, and simulators). ■ Diversity on testing: diverse generation, selecting diverse test suites, foundations of testing and diversity, applications of entropy and Kolmogorov complexity on test suite diversity. ■ Theoretical approaches: formalisms (such as automata, state machines, process algebra, logics, Markov-chains...), testing frameworks, results for compositionality, refinement, soundness and completeness, addressing complex systems, heterogeneous or hybrid systems. ■ Modelling languages (such as UML, MATLAB, Simulink, Modelica...) and associated tooling for model-based testing: test generation from models, model-based oracles. Scalability, traceability, quantification issues. Automated support of any parts of the testing activities, testing processes, test-driven development, sound metrics and measurements. ■ Testing of quality aspects: Functional, interoperability, unit, integration, performance, load, conformance, non-regression, reliability, robustness. ■ Security Testing: methodologies and techniques for continuous security assessment, security monitoring, security review, penetration testing, verification of certification compliance; automation of security testing processes. ■ Cross domains and combination of techniques: using other techniques such as proof, model-checking, symbolic execution, abstract interpretation, static analysis, simulation, model learning, machine learning, expert systems, neural networks, genetic algorithms... to improve quality and reduce the effort in testing processes. ■ Application aspects and case studies: Communicating systems such as cyberphysical systems, systems of systems, embedded systems, web services systems, smart grids, cloud computing systems, business information systems, real-time systems, distributed and concurrent systems. Case studies and industrial applications involving qualified empirical evaluations. IFIP-ICTSS Invites: Full papers (12 to 15 pages plus at most 2 extra pages for references in the one-column Springer LNCS format) describing original research contributions with sufficient evidence for the interest of the proposed approach. Industry papers (12 to 15 pages plus at most 2 extra pages for references in the one-column Springer LNCS format) describing original research or experience report conducted within an industrial environment or in collaboration with an industry partner. Short papers or work-in-progress papers (up to 6 pages plus at most 1 extra page for references in the one-column Springer LNCS format) describing academic work in progress or tool implementations, as well as testing processes, achievements and feedback on testing methods for industrial case studies. Journal-First. The aim of the Journal-First (JF) submission category is to further enrich the program of ICTSS, as well as to provide an overall more flexible path to publication and dissemination of original research that is within the scope of ICTSS. A submission in this category must adhere to the following criteria: ■ It should be clearly within the scope of the conference. ■ It should be recent: it should have been accepted and made publicly available in a journal (online or in print) by January 1, 2023 or more recently. ■ It has not been presented at, and is not under consideration for, Journal- First tracks of other conferences or workshops. ■ The submission has to be in the form of a 4-page extended abstract and has to provide a concise summary of the published journal paper. ■ It must be marked as such in the submission’s, and must explicitly include full bibliographic details (including a DOI) of the journal publication they are based on. Since the referenced journal papers have already been reviewed and accepted by the corresponding journals, submissions in the JF category will not be reviewed again for technical content. Submissions will be judged on the basis of the above criteria, but also considering how well they would complement the conference’s technical program. Accepted submissions in this category will be part of the proceedings of ICTSS 2025, with the title equal to the original title of the article with the prefix. The submission link is: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=ictss2025 The papers will be published by Springer in the LNCS volume. Authors should consult Springer’s Instructions for Authors of Proceedings (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…) and use either the LaTeX or the Word templates provided on the authors’ page. Springer’s proceedings LaTeX templates are available in Overleaf. Authors are encouraged to include their ORCIDs in their papers. Journal Special Issue Best papers of the conference will be invited to submit an extended version of their article at a special (topical) issue of the Springer Nature of Computer Science (https://link.springer.com/journal/42979). Deadline will be near the end of December 2025 with a tentative publication date for the middle 2026. Collocation ICTSS 2025 will be collocated with the 19th European Conference on Software Architecture (https://conf.researchr.org/home/ecsa-2025). IMPORTANT DATES ■ Paper Submission: May 19, 2025 (AoE) ■ Author Notification: June 30, 2025 (AoE) ■ Camera-ready Versions and Author Registration: July 14, 2025 (AoE) ORGANISATION Conference Chairs ■ Silvia Bonfanti, University of Bergamo, Italy ■ George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus

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Announcing the Accepted Workshops for IUI 2025

by Eleonora Zedda

We are pleased to announce the list of the accepted workshops for IUI 2025. Here is the full list of accepted workshops: * *HAI-GEN 2025*: 6th Workshop on Human-AI Co-Creation with Generative Models * *MIND*: Workshop on Blending Agents and Direct Manipulation for LLMs * *HealthIUI*: Workshop on Intelligent and Interactive Health User Interfaces * *SOCIALIZE*: Workshop on Social and Cultural Integration with Personalized Interfaces * *STEP-HAI*: Strengthening Engineering Psychology for Human-AI Interactions * *BEHAVE AI*: Workshop on Best Practices and Guidelines for Human-Centric Design and Evaluation of Proactive AI Agents * *AXAI*: Adaptive eXplainable AI We look forward to the engaging discussions and insights these sessions will bring. For further details on each workshop, please visit our official page: IUI 2025 Accepted Workshops <https://iui.acm.org/2025/accepted_workshops.html>.

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WUD SIGCHI-Italy 2024: ancora pochi giorni per registrarsi all'evento!

by Angela Locoro

Buongiorno, il World Usability Day (WUD) SIGCHI-Italy <https://hintlab.polimi.it/wud-sigchi-italy-2024/> si avvicina! L'evento si svolgerà Giovedì 14 Novembre dalle ore 9:15 alle 13:40 nell’aula “Emilio Gatti” del Dipartimento di Elettronica, Informazione e Bioingegneria (Edificio 20) del Politecnico di Milano, Via Ponzio 34/5 - 20134 Milano, e in streaming su WebEx. L'evento è gratuito e ci si può registrare al link: https://forms.office.com/e/ixiuTqqCNv entro l’8 Novembre. Ancora per pochi giorni! Ricordiamo che la mattinata sarà dedicata alla sostenibilità e all'accessibilità, declinate secondo gli studi più innovativi dell'HCI. Esperti di sostenibilità e accessibilità, voci aziendali, interventi di ricercatori della nostra community arricchiranno questo evento denso di idee verso il "design per un mondo migliore". Ecco il programma completo: Ore 9:15 Saluti iniziali Prof.ssa Giuliana Vitiello, Università degli Studi di Salerno e Presidentessa del SIGCHI-Italy Prof.ssa Cristina Gena, Università degli Studi di Torino, organizzatrice di numerose precedenti edizioni del WUD SIGCHI-Italy Introdurranno brevemente alla giornata gli organizzatori: Prof.ssa Maristella Matera, Politecnico di Milano Prof.ssa Angela Locoro Università degli Studi di Brescia Prof.ssa Barbara Rita Barricelli, Università degli Studi di Brescia Prof.ssa Daniela Fogli, Università degli Studi di Brescia Prof. Stefano Valtolina,Università degli Studi di Milano INVITED SPEAKER Ore 9:30 Dott.ssa Eleonora Mencarini, Fondazione Bruno Kessler Azioni collettive e piani per il futuro: come la Sustainable HCI può contribuire a contrastare il cambiamento climatico. Ore 10:30-11:00 break La parola alle aziende Ore 11:00 Jie Yuan e Andrea Cardillo, Microsoft Italia, L'accessibilità in Microsoft e l'impatto dell'intelligenza artificiale Ore 11:20 Dr. Carlo Boccazzi Varotto, Hackability, Cambiare le cose: l'importanza di un approccio strutturato al co-design per sviluppare soluzioni per l'accessibilità, generando innovazione e impatti sociali ed economici. Sostenibilità Ore 11:40 Prof.ssa Catia Prandi, Università degli Studi di Bologna. Citizen Science in HCI: un approccio inclusivo per promuovere la consapevolezza e l’impegno civico Ore 12:00 Prof.ssa Monica Vitali, Politecnico di Milano. Progettare per la sostenibilità: come il design di applicazioni Web a basso consumo energetico influisce sull'esperienza utente Ore 12:20 Prof.ssa Tania di Mascio, Università dell’Aquila. Educare l'intelligenza artificiale seguendo le traiettorie di sviluppo dei bambini Accessibilità Ore 12:40 Prof. Alberto Arenghi, Università degli Studi di Brescia. Universal Design: un approccio trasversale per migliorare la qualità della vita Ore 13:00 Prof. Dragan Ahmetovic, Università degli Studi di Milano. Accessibilità delle informazioni tecnico-scientifiche per le persone con disabilità visive Ore 13:20 Prof.ssa Ines Di Loreto, Université de Technologie de Troyes (Francia). Interazione Multisensoriale per l'Apprendimento e la Riabilitazione Maggiori informazioni e la locandina dell’evento sul sito Web dell’iniziativa <https://hintlab.polimi.it/wud-sigchi-italy-2024/>. Vi aspettiamo! Un caro saluto e a presto, Angela Locoro, Maristella Matera, Barbara Rita Barricelli, Daniela Fogli, Stefano Valtolina

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Open positions in Human Computer Interaction and Human Centered AI at MBZUAI, Abu Dhabi, UAE

by Prof. Elizabeth Churchill

Dear HCI colleagues, Announcing the formation of a new department of HCI at MBZUAI<https://mbzuai.ac.ae/> in Abu Dhabi, UAE. I have recently joined the university to set up an HCI Department focused on HCI & AI, and human centered AI more generally. More information is below: Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is the world’s first graduate AI university. It is a research-oriented university with 365 students (from 49 nationalities; 30% female), and over 81 world-leading faculty members. MBZUAI is already ranked in the world’s top 20 by CSRankings for AI<https://csrankings.org/#/index?ai&vision&mlmining&nlp&inforet&world>, a remarkable achievement for a young university dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in AI research and teaching. MBZUAI is also committed to deep research and leadership in the area of “human centered AI”, and with that commitment in mind has launched a new department of Human Computer Interaction (HCI). We have open faculty roles at all levels: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor. Research areas of interest include but are not limited to: Ubiquitous, Wearable, Tangible, and Affective Computing; Assistive Technologies and Human Augmentation (including sensory, cognitive and physical enhancement, and HCI aspects of neurotechnology and biomedical engineering); Interface Design; Interaction Design (including the design of chatbots, voice assistants, virtual agents, and advances in multimodal input); Service Design; Human Data Interaction and Complex System Visualization; Human-Agent and Human-Robot Interaction (HRI); Computational Sociology; and AI-driven Social and Societal Technologies. Domains of interest include but are not limited to: Health and Healthcare; Education; Entertainment; Business and Organizational Applications of AI; Smart Buildings and Smart Cities; Assistive Technology, and Culture and Cultural Heritage. If you or anyone you know is interested, our call for applications can be found here: https://apply.interfolio.com/140925 Please also feel free to reach out if you have questions. Prof Elizabeth F. Churchill Prof. Elizabeth Churchill Department Chair and Professor of Human Computer Interaction T: +971 2 811 3010 E: Elizabeth.Churchill(a)mbzuai.ac.ae www.mbzuai.ac.ae<http://www.mbzuai.ac.ae> Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence Masdar City, Building 1B, 3rd Floor Abu Dhabi, UAE [cid:MBZUAI_Logo_4d283c4f-1a0d-4aed-8a25-b17ff8b431f8.png] The world’s first specialized research-based AI university

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[Call for papers] Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems

by Luigi De Russis

Call for Papers – Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems Special issue of Interaction Design & Architecture(s) Journal (IxD&A) https://ixdea.org/digital-wellbeing-for-teens-designing-educational-systems/ Overview Recently, researchers have been exploring the unexpected issues arising from the excessive use of personal devices and social media apps, particularly as companies adopt “attention-capture” tactics like guilty-pleasure recommendations and automatic content playback. These strategies exploit users’ psychological vulnerabilities to increase advertising revenue, resulting in significant impacts on users’ perceived agency and often leading to a sense of losing control over their technology use. This has led to the emergence of a new focus on “digital wellbeing,” studied in fields such as Human-Computer Interaction and psychology. Traditional approaches by practitioners and researchers to tackle these issues involve developing Digital Self-Control Tools (DSCTs), such as mobile apps and browser extensions, that help users track their usage patterns and implement interventions like timers and lock-out mechanisms to regulate device use. However, both researchers and users are beginning to emphasize that achieving digital wellbeing requires more than just self-monitoring strategies; it is a journey of personal growth that necessitates education. Topics of Interest The goal of this special issue is to discuss ongoing research and ideas at the intersection of digital wellbeing and education. It aims to foster the development of strategies and interactive tools that mentor users, especially children and teenagers, towards a more meaningful and conscious use of technology. This can be accomplished in various ways, such as by designing new Digital Self-Control Tools with educational components, developing serious games, or creating collaborative platforms to introduce and support digital wellbeing learning in schools. Topics of interest include, but not limited to: * participatory and co-design of digital wellbeing systems; * tools and strategies to teach digital wellbeing at school; * strategies and tools for measuring students’ digital wellbeing; * novel DSCTs that include educational aspects; * gamification strategies for digital wellbeing; * ethical, social, and political factors. Submission All submissions must be original and may not be under review by another publication. The manuscripts should be submitted anonymized either in .doc or in .pdf format. All papers will be blindly peer-reviewed by at least two reviewers. Prospective participants are invited to submit an 8-20 pages paper (including authors’ information, abstract, all tables, figures, references, etc.). Important dates Deadline: December 31st, 2024 Notification to the authors: February 28th, 2025 Camera ready paper: March 30th, 2025 Publication of the special issue: June 2025 (tentatively) Guest Editors Chiara Ceccarini, University of Bologna (Italy) Catia Prandi, University of Bologna (Italy) Alberto Monge Roffarello, Politecnico di Torino (Italy) Luigi De Russis, Politecnico di Torino (Italy)

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Esito votazioni

by Maristella Matera

Care tutti e cari tutti , ho il piacere di comunicarvi che Giuliana Vitiello si riconferma presidentessa del SIGCHI Italy, avendo ricevuto 43 voti a suo favore (su 43 voti totali). Nel congratularmi con Giuliana per la fiducia che la nostra associazione le ha rinnovato, colgo l'occasione per sottolineare che gli obiettivi ambiziosi di questo secondo mandato richiedono il sostegno e la partecipazione di ciascuno di noi. Negli ultimi anni, la nostra associazione è cresciuta, nel numero di membri e nella varietà e visibilità delle nostre attività. Il mio auspicio, per Giuliana e per tutti, è che i prossimi anni siano altrettanto ricchi di opportunità. Un caro saluto a tutti, Maristella

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PhD Offer in HCI in Fribourg (Switzerland): PhD Candidate in Silver Economy and Silver Tech

by Angelini Leonardo

Dear all, We are looking for a PhD candidate in Human-Computer Interaction to join our team, the Digital Business Center at the School of Management in Fribourg (CH). The candidate will have the opportunity to work on an interdisciplinary European project. Please share this within your networks! Mission and Field of Activity: * Contribute to advancing knowledge on the silver economy and its impact on people over 65. * Study the desirability, use, and acceptance of new technologies by older adults. * Conduct in-depth literature reviews and engage in field research to gather valuable insights and data related to the silver economy and technology acceptance among older adults. * Use qualitative and quantitative research methods to analyze and interpret data, providing valuable conclusions and recommendations. * Prepare high-quality scientific papers to disseminate research findings, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field. * Support the development of project proposals focused on the silver economy and technology acceptance, ensuring alignment with research goals and societal needs. * Write a doctoral thesis in the areas described above. Your Profile: * Master’s degree in management, design, computer science, or a related field considered equivalent in relevance and expertise. * Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods, enabling you to apply appropriate, rigorous data collection and analysis methods. * Familiarity with new digital technologies and a genuine interest in them, particularly for creating prototypes and mock-ups. * Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team, particularly in health or social work fields. * Previous experience in research projects is an asset, demonstrating your ability to conduct independent research tasks, collaborate within a team, and achieve quality results. * A record of publications in prestigious academic journals or conferences will be considered a major asset. * Proficiency in French or English, with a good knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of other official Swiss languages (German and Italian) is a plus. Additional Information: * Fixed-term contract for 3 years, renewable * Activity rate: 90% to 100% * Contact: Maurizio Caon, Head of the Digital Business Center, +41 26 429 67 44 * Start date: 01.01.2025 * Application deadline: 01.12.2024 To apply, follow this link: https://www.hefr.ch/fr/emploi/doctorant-e-en-silver-economie-et-silver-tech/ Best regards, Leonardo █ Leonardo Angelini ▪ PhD ▪ Assistant Professor HEG ▪ Haute école de gestion ▪ Chemin du Musée 4 ▪ 1700 Fribourg HEIA ▪ Haute école d’ingénierie et d’architecture ▪ Perolles 80 ▪ CH-1705 Fribourg HES-SO ▪ University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Western Switzerland +41 (0)26 429 67 45 (landline) ▪ Digital Business Center<https://www.heg-fr.ch/en/research-and-mandates/center/digital-business-cent…> ▪ HumanTech<http://humantech.institute/> ▪ Silver&Home<http://www.silverhome.ch/> ▪ Leonardo Angelini<http://leonardo.angelini.home.hefr.ch/>

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Sorry for the wrong message - Deadline approaching for the second round of submissions to ICPRAM 2025

by Maria De Marsico

Sorry for the wrong message **** Sorry for multiple posting **** Deadline is approaching for the second round of submissions to ICPRAM 2025 - 14-th International Conference on Pattern Recognition Applications and Methods February 23-25, Porto - Portugal *Call for Papers* Scope <https://icpram.scitevents.org/CallForPapers.aspx#scope> | Conference Areas <https://icpram.scitevents.org/CallForPapers.aspx#conference_areas> | Keynote Lectures <https://icpram.scitevents.org/CallForPapers.aspx#keynote_speakers> | Paper Submission <https://icpram.scitevents.org/CallForPapers.aspx#paper_submission> Publications <https://icpram.scitevents.org/CallForPapers.aspx#publications> | Important Dates <https://icpram.scitevents.org/CallforPapers.aspx#important_dates> | Secretariat <https://icpram.scitevents.org/CallForPapers.aspx#secretariat> | Venue <https://icpram.scitevents.org/CallforPapers.aspx#venue> Conference Chair <https://icpram.scitevents.org/CallForPapers.aspx#conference_chair> | Program Chair <https://icpram.scitevents.org/CallForPapers.aspx#program_co-chairs> | Program Committee <https://icpram.scitevents.org/CallForPapers.aspx#program_committee> ICPRAM is sponsored by INSTICC <http://www.insticc.org/> – Institute for Systems and Technologies of Information, Control and Communication *SCOPE* The International Conference on Pattern Recognition Applications and Methods is a major point of contact between researchers, engineers and practitioners on the areas of Pattern Recognition and Machine Learning, both from theoretical and application perspectives. Contributions describing applications of Pattern Recognition techniques to real-world problems, interdisciplinary research, experimental and/or theoretical studies yielding new insights that advance Pattern Recognition methods are especially 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 ICPRAM with an ISBN. Acceptance will be based on quality, relevance and originality. There will be both oral and poster sessions. Special sessions, dedicated to case-studies and commercial presentations, as well as technical tutorials, dedicated to technical/scientific topics, are also envisaged: companies interested in presenting their products/methodologies or researchers interested in presenting a demo or lecturing a tutorial are invited to contact the conference secretariat. *CONFERENCE AREAS* Each of the 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*. THEORY AND METHODS *2*. APPLICATIONS *AREA 1: THEORY AND METHODS* - Advanced Learning Methods - Linear Models and Dimensionality Reduction - Machine Learning Methods - Model Representation and Selection - Shape Representation - Signal Processing - Bayesian Models and Stochastic Methods - Classification and Clustering - Deep Learning and Neural Networks - Ensemble Methods - Feature Selection and Extraction - Knowledge Acquisition and Representation *AREA 2: APPLICATIONS* - Audio and Speech Analysis - Motion Tracking and Action Recognition - Natural Language Processing - Robotics - Sensors and Early Vision - Virtual Environments - Bioinformatics and Systems Biology - Biometrics - Data Mining and Algorithms for Big Data - Document Analysis - Image and Video Analysis and Understanding - Industry Related Applications - Information Retrieval - Medical Imaging - *KEYNOTE SPEAKERS * *Nelly Bencomo*, <https://icpram.scitevents.org/KeynoteSpeakers.aspx#1>Durham University, United Kingdom *Amparo Alonso Betanzos*, <https://icpram.scitevents.org/KeynoteSpeakers.aspx#2>University of A Coruña, Spain *Alberto Del Bimbo*, <https://icpram.scitevents.org/KeynoteSpeakers.aspx#3>Università degli Studi di Firenze, Italy *Thomas B. Moeslund*, <https://icpram.scitevents.org/KeynoteSpeakers.aspx#4>Aalborg University, Denmark *PAPER SUBMISSION * Authors can submit their work in the form of a complete paper or an abstract, but please note that accepted abstracts are presented but not published in the proceedings of the conference. Complete papers can be submitted as a Regular Paper, representing completed and validated research, or as a Position Paper, portraying a short report of work in progress or an arguable opinion about an issue discussing ideas, facts, situations, methods, procedures or results of scientific research focused on one of the conference topic areas. Authors should submit a paper in English, carefully checked for correct grammar and spelling, addressing one or several of the conference areas or topics. Each paper should clearly indicate the nature of its technical/scientific contribution, and the problems, domains or environments to which it is applicable. To facilitate the double-blind paper evaluation method, authors are kindly requested to produce and provide the paper WITHOUT any reference to any of the authors, including the authors’ personal details, the acknowledgments section of the paper and any other reference that may disclose the authors’ identity. When submitting a complete paper please note that only original papers should be submitted. Authors are advised to read INSTICC's ethical norms regarding plagiarism and self-plagiarism <https://icpram.scitevents.org/NormsPlagiarism.aspx> thoroughly before submitting and must make sure that their submissions do not substantially overlap work which has been published elsewhere or simultaneously submitted to a journal or another conference with proceedings. Papers that contain any form of plagiarism will be rejected without reviews. All papers must be submitted through the online submission platform PRIMORIS <http://www.insticc.org/primoris> and should follow the instructions and templates that can be found under Guidelines and Templates <https://icpram.scitevents.org/Guidelines.aspx>. After the paper submission has been successfully completed, authors will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail. *PUBLICATIONS* All accepted complete papers will be published in the conference proceedings, under an ISBN reference, on paper and on digital support. SCITEPRESS is a member of CrossRef (http://www.crossref.org/) and every paper on our digital library is given a DOI (Digital Object Identifier). The proceedings will be submitted for indexation by SCOPUS, Google Scholar, DBLP, Semantic Scholar, EI and Web of Science / Conference Proceedings Citation Index. *IMPORTANT DATES* Conference Date: *23 - 25 February, 2025* <https://icpram.scitevents.org/Glossary.aspx#RP> *Regular Papers <https://icpram.scitevents.org/Glossary.aspx#RP>* Paper Submission: October 22, 2024 (expired) Authors Notification: *December 4, 2024* Camera Ready and Registration: *December 20, 2024* <https://icpram.scitevents.org/Glossary.aspx#PP> *Position Papers /Regular Papers <https://icpram.scitevents.org/Glossary.aspx#PP>* Paper Submission: *November 13, 2024* Authors Notification: *December 20, 2024* Camera Ready and Registration: *January 13, 2025* *Workshops* Workshop Proposal: October 17, 2024 (expired) Paper Submission: *November 15, 2024* Authors Notification: *January 6, 2025* Camera Ready and Registration: *January 22, 2025* *Special Sessions* Special Session Proposal: October 17, 2024 (expired) *Tutorials* Tutorial Proposal: *January 17, 2025* *Demos* Demo Proposal: *January 17, 2025* *Panels* Panel Proposal: *January 17, 2025* *Abstracts* Abstract Submission: *January 7, 2025* Authors Notification: *January 20, 2025* Camera Ready and Registration: *January 28, 2025* *SECRETARIAT* *ICPRAM Secretariat * Address: Avenida de S. Francisco Xavier, Lote 7 Cv. C 2900-616 Setúbal - Portugal Tel.: +351 265 520 185 Fax: +351 265 520 186 e-mail: icpram.secretariat(a)insticc.org <%20icpram.secretariat(a)insticc.org> Web: https://icpram.scitevents.org *VENUE* The conference will take place at the Vila Galé Porto hotel which is located in the beautiful and historical city of Porto in Portugal. Porto is considered to be one of the most beautiful historical towns in Portugal, with its remarkable architectural heritage shaped by history. *CONFERENCE CHAIR* *Ana Fred*, Instituto de Telecomunicações and Instituto Superior Técnico (University of Lisbon), Portugal *PROGRAM CO-CHAIRS * *Modesto Castrillon-Santana*, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain *Maria De Marsico*, Sapienza Università di Roma, Italy -- --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maria De Marsico Full Professor Co-Editor-in-Chief of Pattern Recognition Letters Associate Editor of Pattern Recognition Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Biometrics, Behavior, and Identity Science Chair of IAPR Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee IEEE Senior member Sapienza University of Rome Department of Computer Science Via Salaria 113 - 00198 Rome - Italy email: demarsico(a)di.uniroma1.it tel: +39 06 49918312

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Deadline approaching for the second round of submissions to ICPRAM 2025 - 14th International Conference on Pattern Recognition Applications and Methods

by Maria De Marsico

*Modesto Castrillon-Santana*, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain *Maria De Marsico*, Sapienza Università di Roma, Italy -- --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maria De Marsico Full Professor Co-Editor-in-Chief of Pattern Recognition Letters Associate Editor of Pattern Recognition Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Biometrics, Behavior, and Identity Science Chair of IAPR Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee IEEE Senior member Sapienza University of Rome Department of Computer Science Via Salaria 113 - 00198 Rome - Italy email: demarsico(a)di.uniroma1.it tel: +39 06 49918312

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Research grant (assegno di ricerca) at Genoa University on information visualization and learning analytics

by Ilaria Torre

Dear colleagues, I would like to inform you about a research grant (assegno di ricerca) available at the University of Genoa in the field of information visualization and learning analytics. The deadline for the application is on 8 November 2024, at noon (Italy time). Please find the details below. - Title of the research grant: Video augmentation, information visualization methods and learning analytics. - Project: the research grant is part of the PRIN 2022 PNRR, NEXT GENERATION EU, EKEEL Project - Empowering Knowledge Extraction to Empower Learners. - Short description: The automatic extraction of concepts and relationships from video lectures enables the generation of semantic graphs representing the structure of content and its connections. Such graphs can be used for the development of methods and applications to support video-based learning and learning processes. In this context, the grant has two main goals: 1) design, development, and testing of innovative methods and applications for video augmentation and knowledge visualization based on the semantic graphs extracted as part of the project, 2) analysis of the experimental data using qualitative-quantitative methods and pattern recognition techniques to study learners’ behavior. - Location: University of Genoa, Department of 'Informatica, Bioingegneria, Robotica e Ingegneria dei Sistemi (DIBRIS)', Italy. The activity can be held remotely if required by the candidate. - Start date: 2 December 2024 or later, if required. - Total amount for 1 year: € 23.250,00 - Supervisor: Prof. Ilaria Torre - Admission criteria: Master's degree in computer science or a related field (details in the call). - Application deadline: 8th November 2024 (12:00 pm Italy time) - Link to the call for applications: https://concorsi.unige.it/home/?__language=en Click on "Assegnisti" --> D.R. n. 5140 del 24.10.2024 Programma n.3<https://concorsi.unige.it/home/procedure/4972> I kindly ask you to forward this call to anyone who might be interested and please feel free to contact me if you need any additional information. Best regards Ilaria Torre -- Ilaria Torre Associate Professor, University of Genoa, IT Department of Computer Science, Bio-engineering, Robotics and Systems Engineering Head of the MSc in Digital Humanities - Interactive systems and digital media, Polytechnic School Office +39 010 3532818 Email ilaria.torre(a)unige.it<mailto:ilaria.torre@unige.it>

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Votazioni per l'elezione del chair di SIGCHI Italy

by Maristella Matera

Care tutte e cari tutti, come anticipato, si aprono oggi le votazioni per l'elezione del chair di SIGCHI Italy. L'unica candidata è Giuliana Vitiello, trovate in allegato la sua lettera di candidatura. Le votazioni si svolgeranno da ora a tutto giovedì 31 Ottobre a questo indirizzo: https://bit.ly/sigchiItaly_votazioni2024 Vi ricordiamo che per votare è necessario essere "voting member" si SIGCHI Italy (https://sigchitaly.eu/members/). Segnalate a me o a Massimo Zancanaro se, pur essendo iscritti ad ACM o a SIGCHI (condizioni necessarie per l'iscrizione a SIGCHI Italy) il vostro nome non risulta ancora in elenco. In chiusura, sottolineiamo l'importanza del voto, anche in presenza di una sola candidatura. Un caro saluto, Maristella e Massimo

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WUD SIGCHI-Italy 2024: partecipazione e programma

by Angela Locoro

Buongiorno, come annunciato qualche settimana fa, il prossimo WUD SIGCHI-Italy si terrà giovedì 14 Novembre in modalità ibrida (a Milano e online). Di seguito potete trovare le informazioni dettagliate sull’evento, al quale rinnoviamo l’invito a partecipare. Il WUD SIGCHI-Italy <https://hintlab.polimi.it/wud-sigchi-italy-2024/> in presenza si svolgerà il 14 novembre dalle ore 9:15 alle 13:40 nell’aula “Emilio Gatti” del Dipartimento di Elettronica, Informazione e Bioingegneria (Edificio 20) del Politecnico di Milano, Via Ponzio 34/5 - 20134 Milano, e in streaming su WebEx. L’evento è gratuito e ci si può registrare al link: https://forms.office.com/e/ixiuTqqCNv entro l’8 Novembre. A tutti gli iscritti che parteciperanno online verrà comunicato il link per accedere da remoto all’evento. La mattinata di interventi inizierà con la keynote della ricercatrice Eleonora Mencarini, che esporrà il lavoro dei ricercatori e dei progettisti nel campo dell'HCI per contribuire a comunicare le ripercussioni del cambiamento climatico. L'intervento approfondirà l'evoluzione della HCI sostenibile, dalla sua nascita fino alle tendenze attuali, evidenziando la co-creazione di politiche pubbliche, l'integrazione della biodiversità nel design e lo sviluppo di competenze multidisciplinari per affrontare la complessità del cambiamento climatico. Nell’intervento verranno ripercorse le tappe fondamentali di questo percorso, portando ad esempio uno scenario insolito per la tecnologia: i rifugi alpini, avamposti del cambiamento climatico, per i quali la comprensione del fenomeno da parte di cittadini e decisori politici è la chiave per mettere in atto strategie di anticipazione in grado di fronteggiare l’incertezza che la crisi climatica comporta e sperimentare nuovi modi di abitare le terre alte. Il programma degli interventi proseguirà poi con due voci aziendali: Jie Yuan e Andrea Cardillo di Microsoft Italia e Carlo Boccazzi Varotto di Hackability. I temi toccati negli interventi aziendali saranno relativi all’intelligenza artificiale accessibile e ai progetti realizzati e in corso, incentrati sulla collaborazione con altre aziende e istituzioni, per portare un’innovazione capace di creare un impatto sociale duraturo. Seguiranno poi le due sessioni sui temi della Sostenibilità e dell’ Accessibilità. Nella prima verranno toccati e discussi i temi della citizen science e del suo ruolo nell'HCI, mostrando come il coinvolgimento diretto dei cittadini nei progetti di ricerca possa promuovere la consapevolezza civica e l'impegno su temi di sviluppo sostenibile. Seguiranno poi interventi su quali sfide e responsabilità presenti il buon design del software relativamente al consumo di risorse fisiche e di come quindi sia cruciale progettare applicazioni web consapevoli del loro consumo energetico. Verrà infine toccato il tema di come l’intelligenza artificiale possa supportare l’equità e ridurre le disuguaglianze di genere e disabilità, attraverso l’educazione degli algoritmi ad allinearsi più e meglio all’apprendimento umano. La seconda sessione esplorerà il concetto di design universale, come approccio progettuale che mira a rendere spazi, oggetti e servizi accessibili al maggior numero possibile di persone oltre i limiti dell'accessibilità tradizionale. Verrà sollevata la questione dell’accessibilità delle informazioni tecnico-scientifiche per le persone con disabilità visive, specie quando si trattano informazioni non testuali ma grafiche, schematiche e messe in formule. Di ciò verranno illustrati i metodi tradizionali e le soluzioni innovative per garantire un accesso equo. Infine, entreremo nel mondo dell’interazione multisensoriale per l’apprendimento e la riabilitazione, dove verranno presentati esempi pratici di interfacce tangibili e serious game, utilizzati in ambito riabilitativo e nella gestione delle crisi, con un focus sull'efficacia di questi strumenti in contesti educativi e sanitari. Questo il programma della mattinata: Ore 9:15 Saluti iniziali Prof.ssa Giuliana Vitiello, Università degli Studi di Salerno e Presidentessa del SIGCHI-Italy Prof.ssa Cristina Gena, Università degli Studi di Torino, organizzatrice di numerose precedenti edizioni del WUD SIGCHI-Italy Introdurranno brevemente alla giornata gli organizzatori: Prof.ssa Maristella Matera, Politecnico di Milano Prof.ssa Angela Locoro Università degli Studi di Brescia Prof.ssa Barbara Rita Barricelli, Università degli Studi di Brescia Prof.ssa Daniela Fogli, Università degli Studi di Brescia Prof. Stefano Valtolina,Università degli Studi di Milano INVITED SPEAKER Ore 9:30 Dott.ssa Eleonora Mencarini, Fondazione Bruno Kessler Azioni collettive e piani per il futuro: come la Sustainable HCI può contribuire a contrastare il cambiamento climatico. Ore 10:30-11:00 break La parola alle aziende Ore 11:00 Jie Yuan e Andrea Cardillo, Microsoft Italia, L'accessibilità in Microsoft e l'impatto dell'intelligenza artificiale Ore 11:20 Dr. Carlo Boccazzi Varotto, Hackability, Cambiare le cose: l'importanza di un approccio strutturato al co-design per sviluppare soluzioni per l'accessibilità, generando innovazione e impatti sociali ed economici. Sostenibilità Ore 11:40 Prof.ssa Catia Prandi, Università degli Studi di Bologna. Citizen Science in HCI: un approccio inclusivo per promuovere la consapevolezza e l’impegno civico Ore 12:00 Prof.ssa Monica Vitali, Politecnico di Milano. Progettare per la sostenibilità: come il design di applicazioni Web a basso consumo energetico influisce sull'esperienza utente Ore 12:20 Prof.ssa Tania di Mascio, Università dell’Aquila. Educare l'intelligenza artificiale seguendo le traiettorie di sviluppo dei bambini Accessibilità Ore 12:40 Prof. Alberto Arenghi, Università degli Studi di Brescia. Universal Design: un approccio trasversale per migliorare la qualità della vita Ore 13:00 Prof. Dragan Ahmetovic, Università degli Studi di Milano. Accessibilità delle informazioni tecnico-scientifiche per le persone con disabilità visive Ore 13:20 Prof.ssa Ines Di Loreto, Université de Technologie de Troyes (Francia). Interazione Multisensoriale per l'Apprendimento e la Riabilitazione Maggiori informazioni e la locandina dell’evento (disponibile a breve) sul sito Web dell’evento <https://hintlab.polimi.it/wud-sigchi-italy-2024/>. Un caro saluto e a presto! Angela Locoro, Maristella Matera, Barbara Rita Barricelli, Daniela Fogli, Stefano Valtolina

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Elezione del chair di SIGCHI Italy

by Maristella Matera

Care tutte e cari tutti, Tra poche settimane scade il mandato della nostra attuale chair Giuliana Vitiello. Come sapete, è tradizione del nostro chapter incoraggiare che la posizione di chair venga riproposta per un secondo mandato e quindi, in qualità di vice-chair , vorrei incoraggiare Giuliana a candidarsi per un secondo mandato. In ogni caso, la candidatura è aperta a tutti i soci e le socie iscritti ad ACM e al SIGCHI, oltre ovviamente alla nostra associazione. Vi chiederei quindi di mandare a me (rispondendo a questa email) eventuali candidature accompagnate da un breve profilo e motivazione. La raccolta delle candidature si chiuderà Lunedì 28 Ottobre e contestualmente verranno aperte le votazioni fino a Giovedì 31 Ottobre. La procedura di spoglio verrà fatta dal me e da Massimo Zancanaro, attuale segretario/tesoriere dell’associazione. Vi ricordo sin da ora che, da regolamento, per votare è necessario essere membri ACM oppure SIGCHI ed essere inclusi nella lista dei Voting Members alla pagina Web http://sigchitaly.eu/en/members/. Coloro che si fossero iscritti ad ACM SIGCHI ma non risultassero nella lista online sul nostro sito Web possono contattarmi. Un caro saluto a tutti, Maristella

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19th European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA 2025): First Call for Paper Submission and Workshop Proposals

by Announce

*** First Call for Paper Submission and Workshop Proposals *** 19th European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA 2025) September 15-19, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://conf.researchr.org/home/ecsa-2025 (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) The European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA) is the premier European software architecture conference, providing researchers, practitioners, and educators with a platform to present and discuss the most recent, innovative, and significant findings and experiences in the field of software architecture research and practice. The 19th European Conference on Software Architecture (ECSA 2025) will be held from September 15 to 19, 2025. ECSA 2025 is planned as an in-person conference taking place in the beautiful city of Limassol (Cyprus). SCOPE The theme for ECSA 2025 is “impactful software architecture”. The software architecture discipline has had a critical role in shaping robust, scalable, and maintainable systems. We are interested in learning about software architecture principles and practices, emergence trends and case studies highlighting strategic architectural choices that can lead to enhanced performance, improved collaboration, and long-term sustainability. The overarching question is how these architectural principles and practices, both well-established and emerging, are making an impact in real-world systems, and how that impact is being felt across various domains, from enterprise systems to more novel areas like, e.g., AI-driven or autonomous applications? The Program Committee of the 19th European Conference on Software Architecture seeks submissions of original and unpublished high-quality papers describing fundamental and applied research; new methods, approaches, and processes; novel applications; education and training in software architecture; and experience reports on all topics related to software architecture. We particularly encourage papers that demonstrate that diversity in gender, culture, religion, country, etc. are key factors for success and innovation in software architecture. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: • Foundational principles of software architecture • Relationship of requirements engineering and software architecture • Quality attributes and software architectures • Architecture practices for secure, explainable, and trustworthy software • Architecture design and analysis • Architecture description languages and meta-models • Architecture verification and validation • Management of architectural knowledge, decisions, and rationale • Architecture patterns, styles, and tactics; reference architectures • Architecture viewpoints and views • Architecture conformance • Software architecture virtualization and visualization • Architecture-centric process models and frameworks • Software architecture and agile, incremental, iterative, and continuous development • Component-based models and deployment; middleware • Software architecture and system architecture • Software tools and environments for architecture-centric software engineering • Ethics, cultural, economic, business, social, human, and managerial aspects of software architecture • Architecture and technical debt • Architecting for sustainable and environment friendly systems • Applying AI and LLMs in software architecture and architecting for AI and LLM intensive systems • Software architecture education • Cross-disciplinary approaches to software architecture • Architectures for reconfigurable and self-adaptive systems • Architectural concerns of autonomic systems • Software architecture applied to new and emerging areas, such as the cloud/edge, big data, blockchain, cyber-physical systems, IoT, autonomous systems, systems-of-systems, energy- aware software, quantum computing, AI-enabled systems • Empirical studies, systematic literature reviews, and mapping studies in software architecture • Diversity, equity, and inclusion in activities related to software architecture PAPER SUBMISSIONS ECSA 2025 seeks four types of papers for the research track: • Research papers (max. 16 pages in LNCS style) which describe novel contributions to software architecture research (submissions should cover work that has a sound scientific/technological basis and has been validated) • Education and training papers (max. 16 pages in LNCS style) that address methodologies, experiences and best practices for teaching and training software architecture • Experience reports (max. 16 pages in LNCS style) that cover innovative implementations, novel applications, insightful performance results and experience in applying software architecture research advances to practical situations and systems • Short papers (max. 8 pages in LNCS style) that present novel and preliminary work-in- progress or challenges in a topic of software architecture research, education, and training. Submissions must have a sound basis, but not necessarily be validated in full. All submitted papers will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Papers will be selected based on originality, quality, soundness, and relevance. All contributions must be original, not published, accepted, or submitted for publication elsewhere. Contravention of this concurrent submission policy will be deemed a serious breach of ethics, and appropriate action will be taken in all such cases. Plagiarism checking will be conducted and any paper reporting more than a 20% match with published work will be desk-rejected. To note is that research papers, education and training papers, and experience reports that are rejected in their categories may be re-evaluated as short papers only if the committee decides on rejection of the full paper on the basis that it presents preliminary work. The research track of ECSA 2025 supports an Open Science policy. We encourage all contributing authors to disclose (anonymized and curated) data/artifacts to increase reproducibility. Note that sharing research artifacts is not mandatory for submission or acceptance. Upon submission to the research track, authors are required: • To make their artifacts available to the program committee (via a link to an anonymous repository) and provide instructions on how to access this data in the paper; or • To include in the paper an explanation as to why this is not possible or desirable; and • To indicate why they do not intend to make their data or study materials publicly available upon acceptance, if that is the case While sharing research artifacts is not mandatory for submission or acceptance, authors are required to include a Data Availability statement after the Conclusions section in a section named "Data Availability". This statement should explain whether or not data and/or artifacts are available or how they could be accessed (or not). Upon acceptance, papers with Open Science artifacts (e.g., data, tools, etc.) will be invited to upload their artifacts into the ECSA Zenodo community (https://zenodo.org/communities/ecsa) to make them accessible and visible to the ECSA community. Sharing artifacts via the ECSA Zenodo community is required for authors to be eligible for the best Open Artifact award. All contributions must be formatted according to the Springer LNCS style http://www.springer.com/computer/lncs?SGWID=0-164-6-793341-0. Page limits include figures and references. Contributions need to be submitted in PDF format via EasyChair to the ECSA 2025 Research Track: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ecsa2025. Please select the “Research Track” in EasyChair for your submission and click "Continue". The proceedings will be published by Springer as part of the LNCS series. We also plan to organize a Journal Special Issue on the theme of ECSA 2025 and to invite authors of selected papers to submit an extended version of their research. WORKSHOP PROPOSAL SUBMISSIONS Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit proposals for workshops and tutorials held in conjunction with ECSA 2025. Workshops and tutorials will be held on September 15-16, 2025 (right before the main conference on September 17-19, 2025). ECSA workshops allow researchers and practitioners to exchange and explore innovative software architecture (scientific or engineering) ideas and challenges at an early stage. Topics of interest are, but are not limited to: • Software Architecture challenges for AI- and ML-based Systems • Software Architecture challenges for Self-Adaptive Systems • Software Architecture challenges for Cyber-Physical Systems • Software Architecture challenges in Big Data and Cloud Computing • Software Architecture challenges in IoT-based Systems • Software Architecture challenges in DevOps and MLOps • Software Architecture challenges in Blockchain Engineering • Software Architecture challenges in Quantum Software • Quality-of-service (QoS) measurements of Software Architectures • Privacy and Security in Software Architectural Design • Context-aware, Autonomous, and Smart Architectures • Sustainability in Software Architectures • Software Architecture Erosion and Architectural Consistency • Technical Debt in Software Architecture Design • Architecting the Digital Twin • Continuous Architecting • Agile Software Architecting • Human Aspects of Software Architecting • Software Architecture Assessment • AI assisted Software Architecting • Agile Modeling All proposals must conform to a maximum of 8 pages following the LNCS format (see below), including references, appendices, and figures. The proposal must include the following information in the order specified: • Workshop title and acronym • Contact information for the workshop organizers (name, affiliation, email) and the main contact • Abstract (up to 200 words) for the ECSA 2025 website (if the workshop is accepted) • Motivation and Objectives ○ Relevance of the workshop to the field of software architecture ○ Anticipated goals and outcomes (e.g., open research problems to pursue, validation objectives, empirical studies) • Format ○ Workshop format (e.g., paper presentations, keynotes, breakout sessions, panel-like discussions) and plans for generating discussions ○ Duration - half day, one day or two days ○ Preliminary workshop schedule ○ Special services, logistic and/or equipment constraints • Participation ○ Target Audience and expected background ○ Plans regarding the mix of industry and research participation ○ Expected minimum and maximum number of workshop participants ○ Plans for participant solicitation and dissemination • Submission ○ Types of contributions (e.g., extended abstracts, position papers, research papers, etc.) and their estimated number. ○ Review and evaluation process deciding about the acceptance of submissions ○ Program committee, including tentative and already committed members ○ Strategy for the proceedings • Organizers ○ Brief description of each organizer’s background, including relevant past experience in organizing conferences and workshops ○ Brief organizers’ bios • Previous editions ○ Where and when the workshop has been offered previously, the past numbers of submitted and accepted papers, numbers of attendees ○ Number of registered attendees and websites of previous editions (if any) • Draft Call-for-Papers (1 page) Submissions must follow the LNCS style (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…). All proposals should be submitted before the submission deadline (see below) using the online submission site: EasyChair ECSA 2025 Workshop track (https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ecsa2025). ECSA 2025 will use a single review process for workshop proceedings. For accepted papers, the minimum number of pages for each workshop paper is 8 and the maximum is 16 pages in the LNCS format. The proceedings of the workshops will be published by Springer in the LNCS series. IMPORTANT DATES Main Conference • Abstract submission: March 14, 2025 • Paper submission: March 21, 2025 • Notification: May 9, 2025 • Camera-ready paper: June 23, 2025 Workshops • Workshop proposals: February 15, 2025 • Workshop proposals notification: March 7, 2025 • Workshop papers abstracts: May 12, 2025 • Workshop papers submission: May 19, 2025 • Workshop papers notification: June 20, 2025 • Workshop papers camera-ready: June 27, 2025 • Workshop dates: September 15-16, 2025 Early/Author registration for all accepted contributions: June 27, 2025 All dates are 23:59h AoE (Anywhere on Earth). ORGANISATION General Chairs • Cesare Pautasso, University of Lugano, Switzerland • Vasilios Andrikopoulos, University of Groeningen, The Netherlands Program Co-Chairs • Nour Ali, Brunel University London, UK • Jacopo Soldani, University of Pisa, Pisa Workshop Co-Chairs • Tommi Mikkonen, University of Jyvaskyla, Finland • Jennifer Perez, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain

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I: IE2025 Call for Papers

by Fabio Paternò

------------------------------------------------------------------------ Call for Papers 21st International Conference on Intelligent Environments (IE 2025) Darmstadt, Germany 23th-26th of June 2025 https://www.ie2025.fraunhofer.de/ Important Dates: Conference paper submission: 1 December 2024 Communication of results: 20 February 2025 Camera ready versions 28 March 2025 Workshops paper submission 1 March 2025 Workshops results: 5 April 2025 Workshops camera ready 15 April 2025 Conference Program: IE is a multidisciplinary event welcoming contributions from a diversity of various relevant areas, including sensors and actuators, signal processing (incl. audio and images), networking, human-computer interaction, artificial intelligence, software engineering, context-awareness, internet of things, pervasive and ubiquitous computing, applied in domains such as healthcare, education, culture, building environments and smart cities. The event will include the followings. - full (8-page) and short (4-page) papers - 2 special sessions - workshops - 3 tutorials - a doctoral colloquium - an industrial forum - demos & videos session Topics of interest include but are not limited to: Smart spaces Smart cities Smart communities Mobile computing Multimodal interaction Robotic companions Artificial intelligence Computational intel. Middleware Architecture Virtual/Mixed reality Collaborative tools Sensors and actuators Industry 4.0 Smart buildings Smart education Smart healthcare tech Pervasive computing Context awareness Energy Efficiency Ambient Assisted Living Evaluation and Corpora Evaluation Paradigms Data Acquisition Labelling and Data Sets User Studies Signal Processing (incl. audio and images) Special Sessions: IE2025 will have 2 special sessions - Ecological and Human Synergies Intelligent Design for the Anthropocene - Empowering the Elderly through Intelligent Technologies: Sociotechnical Approaches for Inclusive Aging Workshops: The conference will start with a series of workshops?: - QUITE - Quantum, IoT, and Technologies for Secure Environments - WITLE - Workshop on Intelligent Teaching and Learning Environments - WISHWell - Workshop on Intelligent Environments Supporting Healthcare and Well-being - WORIE- Workshop on the Reliability of Intelligent Environments - ALLEGET - Workshop on Artificial intelligence and machine learning for Emerging Topics - WISSA - Workshop on Intelligent Systems for Smart Agriculture - DiDiT - Workshop on Distributed Digital Twins - CLEAR-AI - Compliance, Legal, and Ethical Aspects of AI Regulation Tutorials: IE2025 will host 3 tutorials in person - Which Missing Feature Should I Acquire If My Data Is Streaming? - An Introduction to Active Feature Acquisition on Data Streams - Introducing a Quality Enhanced Process for Developing Intelligent Environments - Tutorial on Explainable and Robust AI for Industry 4.0 & 5.0 (X-RAI) Publications: As in previous editions, we expect all papers accepted at the main conference to be published by IEEE-indexed proceedings (currently in negotiation with IEEE, as in previous editions). All papers accepted in the workshops will be published as a volume of the IOS Press Ambient Intelligence and Smart Environments book Series of IOS Press, which is published Open Access and indexed by Clarivate (Web of Science). Both the articles in the IEEE proceedings and the IOS Press books will be ISI-indexed. As in previous years, selected papers will be invited to be extended and submitted to journals for publication. Keynote Speakers: IE2025 includes keynote lectures by the following distinguished speakers. - Klara Nahrstedt, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA - Sumio Morioka, Interstellar Technologies, Japan - Dirk Kutscher, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou), Hong Kong Doctoral colloquium: The aim of the colloquium is to provide research students an opportunity to meet other people in a similar position, make relatively informal presentations, receive feedback from experts in the field, exchange ideas and experiences with each other, and make connections and have fun! All accepted presentations will be submitted as short (4-page) papers and published in the IE2025 IEEE Proceedings. A prize will be awarded for the best colloquium paper. Industrial Forum: In the Industrial Forum, colleagues from the industry domain will have the opportunity to showcase their projects while attracting funding or further expand collaborations with industry and academia at an international level. A limited number of presentation/demo slots of up to 30 minutes including questions and answers will be available for industry partners. During these slots, it will be possible for companies to present products/solutions/projects related to Intelligent Environments. Proceedings: - Papers accepted in the main conference as either short or full paper will be published in IEEE proceedings and available through IEEE Xplore. - Papers accepted in workshops will be published as a volume of the IOS Press Ambient Intelligence and Smart Environments book Series of IOS Press. Proceedings will be indexed by Web of Science and SCOPUS. Journal publication: A selection of papers will be invited to extent and submit extended versions to special issues of high-quality journals: Awards: The following 8 awards will be presented at IE2025 - Best full paper award - Best short paper award - Beatrice WORSLEY award (best quality paper with a female co-author) - Best presentation awards by a female presenter and a male presenter - Award for the most influential paper in the last 5 years - Best doctoral colloquium paper award - Best demo & video award Organizers: Honorary Chair: Dieter W. Fellner (TU Darmstadt, Germany) General Chair: Arjan Kuijper (Fraunhofer IGD/TU Darmstadt, Germany) Program Chairs: Hirozumi Yamaguchi (Osaka University, Japan) Stephan Sigg (Aalto University, Finland) Local Organizing Committee Chair: Florian Kirchbuchner (Fraunhofer- IGD, Germany) Workshop Chairs: Raul Aquino Santos (University of Colima, Mexico) Silvia Faquiri (Rus) (Fraunhofer- IGD, Germany) Posters and Short Papers Chairs: Paula Lago (Concordia University, Canada) Goran Vojkovi? (University North, Croatia) 　 Dennys Matthies (Technische Hochschule L?beck, Germany) Doctoral Colloquium Chairs: Xi (James) Zheng (Macquarie University, Australia) Andres Munoz Ortega (University of Cadiz, Spain) Demos and Video Chairs: Daniela Micucci (University degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca, Italy) Sergio Staab (RheinMain University of Applied Sciences, Germany) Special Session Chairs: Aditya Santokhee (Middlesex University, Mauritius) Sunil Choenni (Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security, Netherlands) Robin Horst (Fraunhofer IGD, Germany) Keynotes and Tutorials Chairs: Slawomir Nowaczyk (Halmstad University, Sweden) Biying Fu (RheinMain University of Applied Sciences, Germany) Journal Special Issues Chairs: Sira Yongchareon (Auckland University of Technology, NZ) Jeannette Chin (UEA -UK) Publicity & WWW & Social Media Chairs: Paula Lago (Concordia University, Canada) Jeannette Chin (UEA -UK) Hamada Rizk (Osaka University, Japan) Awards and Prizes Chairs: Ruizhi Liao (The Chinese University of Hong Kong, China) Carlos Rodr?guez Dom?nguez (University of Granada, Spain) Professional Society Liaison Chair: Juan Carlos Augusto (Middlesex University, UK) Industrial Forum Chair: Khuong Minh Vu (National University of Singapore) ------------------------------------------------------------------------

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University of Cyprus -- Department of Computer Science: Reseaerch Vacancies

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University of Cyprus -- Department of Computer Science Postdoctoral Research Associates in Multi Robotic Systems Application Deadline: October 18, 2024 No. of Positions: Four (4) The University of Cyprus announces four (4) Postdoctoral Research Associate positions, focusing on Multi-robotic Systems (MRS), for full-time employment. The successful candidates are expected to conduct top-quality research on collaborative drone operations (including cooperative aerial robotic flight planning, task execution and reasoning, as well as cooperative distributed control) with applications in urban air mobility and disaster management. Job Details  The successful candidates are expected to: •Conduct research in the area of Multi-Robot Systems (MRS), within the context of research and/or innovation projects. •Use machine learning techniques including reinforcement learning, physics-informed neural networks (PINNs), and transformer models for MRS tasks and scenarios that are adaptable and reusable to exploit acquired knowledge and tools. •Develop next-generation autonomous systems for effective, safe, and secure operation during MRS missions, enhancing overall operational performance. •Execute simulation-based scenarios using ROS-Gazebo for dataset generation, training, testing, and evaluation of novel algorithms. •Implement and field-test state-of-the-art drone fleets using both open-source (Ardupilot/PX4) and proprietary (DJI) flight controller platforms. •Provide technical expertise for the development and implementation of multi-robotic systems. •Collaborate with external partners, including industry and first responder organizations, to evaluate newly developed technologies in these areas. •Engage in the preparation of research and/or innovation proposals. •Prepare reports and EU-funded project deliverables. Application  Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the following link: https://applications.ucy.ac.cy/recruitment •Cover letter explaining the interest of the applicant in pursuing a career at the KIOS CoE, along with employment availability date •Short summary of prior work experiences, activities and accomplishments (can be combined with the cover letter) (2 pages maximum) •A detailed curriculum vitae in English •Copies of transcripts of BSc/MSc/PhD or other degree(s) •Copy of an English language certificate •Identify at least two referees that can provide reference letters

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I: [IFIP TC13]: Reminder: Call for Proposals to Host INTERACT 2027

by Fabio Paternò

Da: ifip-tc13-members(a)googlegroups.com <ifip-tc13-members(a)googlegroups.com> Per conto di Paula Kotze Inviato: martedì 8 ottobre 2024 11:42 A: ifip-tc13-members(a)googlegroups.com Oggetto: [IFIP TC13]: Reminder: Call for Proposals to Host INTERACT 2027 Priorità: Alta Dear TC13 This is just a reminder about the Call for Proposals to Host INTERACT 2027. We have received on expression of interest (EoI) at this stage, but as decided at the TC13 Meeting in Milan, the Call will remain open until the end of October 2024 for first EoIs. Therefore, if you know of any group that is interested to host INTERACT 2027, please forward the information to them. Thank you and keep well. Paula From: Paula Kotze <paula.kotze(a)gmail.com <mailto:paula.kotze@gmail.com> > Sent: Thursday, July 11, 2024 3:38 PM To: ifip-tc13-members(a)googlegroups.com <mailto:ifip-tc13-members@googlegroups.com> Cc: 'paula.kotze(a)gmail.com' <paula.kotze(a)gmail.com <mailto:paula.kotze@gmail.com> >; 'Marco Winckler' <marco.winckler(a)inria.fr <mailto:marco.winckler@inria.fr> > Subject: Call for Proposals To Host INTERACT 2027 Importance: High Dear TC13 I hope you are all doing well! The organisation of INTERACT 2025 is well under way. Feedback on the progress will be given during our TC13 Meeting in Milan. Time has, however, also come for us to look to the future and find a host for organising INTERACT 2027. Attached, please find the First Call for Proposals to host INTERACT 2027. We would ideally like to receive the first expression of interest by 30 August 2024, to enable the INTERACT Steering Committee to discuss the expressions during our TC13 Meeting in Milan. However, if for some reason, proposers cannot meet this date, we are open for submissions later, with the proviso that we are informed about the possibility of such submissions, preferably by no later than 7 October 2024. Please distribute this call within your communities and encourage them to make proposals for hosting INTERACT 2027. Queries about the call and/or submissions can be sent to me (paula.kotze(a)gmail.com <mailto:paula.kotze@gmail.com> ), with a Cc to Marco Winckler, the INTERACT Steering Committee Chair (marco.winckler(a)inria.fr <mailto:marco.winckler@inria.fr> ). Thank you for your support in this regard. Keep well. Paula ------------------------------------------ Prof Paula Kotzé E-Mail: paula.kotze(a)gmail.com <mailto:paula.kotze@gmail.com> Website: www.paulakotze.com <http://www.paulakotze.com/> Phone: +27 (0)82 454 8013 University of Pretoria: Extraordinary Professor, Department of Informatics - www.up.ac.za <http://www.up.ac.za/> IFIP: IFIP Fellow (www.ifip.org <http://www.ifip.org/> ), Chair IFIP TC13 - http://ifip-tc13.org/, IFIP TC13 Pioneer -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "IFIP TC13 members" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to ifip-tc13-members+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com <mailto:ifip-tc13-members+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com> . To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/ifip-tc13-members/002f01db1966%24652bced0% 242f836c70%24%40gmail.com <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/ifip-tc13-members/002f01db1966%24652bced0 %242f836c70%24%40gmail.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> .

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20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) : Third Call for Contributions

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*** Third Call for Contributions *** 20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) May 5-7, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://2025.persuasivetech.org (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) In a world in which technology is increasingly present in people’s lives, and changing human behavior and attitudes is often the key to solving many societal and personal problems, studying how technology might be used to influence humans (in their behavior, attitudes and information processing), is paramount. Persuasive Technology is a vibrant interdisciplinary research field, focusing on the design, development and evaluation of interactive technologies aimed at influencing people’s attitudes and/or behaviors through persuasion, but not through coercion or deception. The research community aims at enriching people’s lives in various domains such as health and sustainability by supporting people in setting and achieving their own goals, thus helping them change their behavior. The 2025 conference will be hosted in Limassol, Cyprus at the 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina. The previous successful conferences have been organized in Wollongong, Limassol, Eindhoven, Stanford, Oulu, Claremont, Copenhagen, Columbus, Linköping, Sydney, Padua, Chicago, Salzburg, Amsterdam, and Waterloo. The conference series seeks to bring together researchers and practitioners from industry and academia working with various topics of persuasive technology. We welcome the following categories of papers and extended abstracts: • Technical papers that introduce novel persuasive technology approaches and solutions alongside evidence of their potential. • Empirical studies which seek to provide evidence and explanation of methods, principles and theories in persuasive systems. • Conceptual-theoretical papers which primarily seek to contribute to the general understanding of the field’s core themes and specificities. • Other papers, e.g. literature reviews or experience reports. SCOPE The scope of the conference includes (but is not limited to) the following topics: • Persuasive systems’ design • Behavior change support systems • Interaction with persuasive systems, interfaces, visualization • Interactive agents in persuasive systems • (Generative) AI for persuasive technology • Tailored and personalized persuasion • Gamification for persuasion • Evaluation and validation of persuasive applications • Fitting methods for development, evaluation and implementation of persuasive systems • Optimizing engagement with persuasive systems • Software architectures and technical infrastructures for persuasive systems • Smart environments, e.g. IoT, and persuasion • Digital Marketing, eCommerce, eTourism and SMART ecosystems • Motivational, cognitive and perceptual factors in persuasive technology • Application domains for persuasive technologies such as safety, healthy living, sustainable behaviors, learning and training, marketing and commerce, work environments, organizations • Positive technology • Humanizing and/or dehumanizing effects of persuasive technology • Values and ethics in persuasive technology • Privacy, perceived security and trust in persuasive technology • Resilience and counter-persuasion • Detecting persuasive strategies in social media posts • Encouraging adherence to safety measures in pandemic situations Questions that we hope to be addressed include, but are not limited to: • How to recognize and demonstrate the real life effects of persuasive technology on people’s attitudes and behaviours? • How to conduct studies that not just show their effectiveness but are also able to explain in more detail why a design or intervention works? • How to design an evaluation study so that it yields insights that are applicable to other designs or interventions? • How theoretical insight can help improve application and/or intervention planning and design? • How can design and intervention studies improve theory? SUBMISSION TYPES Regular Papers This format is suitable for original research, which is completed work at the time of submission and, regardless of the length of the paper, is a self-sufficient scientific contribution. Papers can be full papers (12 pages, excluding references) or short papers (6 pages, excluding references) in Springer LNCS format, and describe work not presented, published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere. Accepted papers will be included in the Springer LNCS conference proceedings and be devoted a timeslot for oral presentation. Selected papers will be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal (Taylor & Francis). Extended Abstracts We also welcome extended abstract submissions to showcase the results of already conducted studies where authors do not wish to publish them as regular papers in the conference proceedings but rather present them at the conference for discussions that can shape the final version (that may be submitted elsewhere later). The studies will be also be devoted a timeslot for oral presentation in a special session. Extended abstracts must not be more than 2 pages in CEUR format (including references). Accepted abstracts will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings, 1 column style, see here). Selected papers in this category, based on their quality, level of timeliness and relevance, and completion, will also be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal. Poster Presentations This format is suitable for descriptions of smaller studies, project outlines, literature reviews or work-in-progress. Authors should submit a 2-page abstract in CEUR format (1 column style). Accepted posters will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings). Posters will be displayed and presented during a dedicated session of the conference. Demonstrations and Artefacts The Persuasive 2025 track on Demonstrations and Artefact is intended to foster discussion and exchange of ideas among researchers and practitioners from academia and industry by demonstrating or presenting hardware and software products or artefacts, including those in virtual settings (e.g., simulation systems, VR, and games), that range from early research prototypes to mature production-ready systems. The contribution should be the result of original, innovative work, including solving novel technical or research problems, and/or creating novel individual or industrial UI/UX. Accepted demonstrations or presentations shall be presented live during the conference. Doctoral Consortium Papers The Doctoral Consortium is a special session of the conference where PhD students can receive advice in a constructive atmosphere. Students present and discuss their research with other PhD students and a panel of established researchers in the area of persuasive technology. Students interested in participating in the Doctoral Consortium should submit a 4-page abstract in CEUR format (1 column style) describing their research question, its position with respect to the state of the art, their research plans and methodology, ideas, and results achieved so far. Accepted abstracts will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings) unless opted out by the student. Workshops and Tutorial Proposals Workshops are meant to gather a number of people to work interactively on an emerging topic and exchange ideas. Tutorials are intended to help people attending the conference organize a related scientific meeting on a specific topic or instruct on a specific practice. Approved workshops and tutorials will be announced on the conference website. Tutorials and workshops will take place during a half- or full-day session before the conference. If you want to organize a workshop, please submit a proposal as a maximum 4-page description in Springer LNCS format (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings- guidelines), including a description of the topic, motivation, organization (including the list of organizing members, how the organizers will form a program committee, duration of the workshop and mode of delivery: in-person/hybrid), expected outcome, and supporting materials (if applicable). Workshop and tutorial descriptions will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings) https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html. Workshop organisers must commit to creating their Call for Papers and their website within one week of the notification. Please email your proposal by December 01, 2024, to the workshop chairs: Wenzhen Xu (wenzhen.xu(a)r.hit-u.ac.jp), Rhoda Abadia (Rhoda.Abadia(a)unisa.edu.au), and Kaoru Sumi (kaoru.sumi(a)acm.org). The organizing committee will review the proposals and communicate the results by December 15, 2024. IMPORTANT DATES Paper submission: • Submission deadline: January 03, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: February 15, 2025 • Camera ready submission: February 28, 2025 Workshop and tutorial proposals: • Submission deadline: December 1, 2024 (AoE) • Decision notification: December 15, 2024 Workshop papers, posters, demos, artefacts, and doctoral consortium submission: • Submission deadline: March 1, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: March 15, 2025 • Camera ready: March 28, 2025 Registration: • Author registration deadline for the main track: February 28, 2025 • Author registration deadline for the rest of the categories: March 28, 2025 • Early bird registration: April 5, 2025 PUBLICATION Accepted papers of the main track (both Full and Short) will be published by Springer in a volume of the Lecture Notes in Computer Science series (https://www.springer.com/gp/ computer-science/lncs). Workshop and demo descriptions, extended abstracts , abstracts from posters, and doctoral consortium abstracts will be published as an adjunct CEUR proceedings. Extended versions of the best papers and selected papers from the conference will be invited to submit to a special issue on Persuasive Technology 2025 in Behaviour and Information Technology, a Taylor & Francis publication. ORGANISATION General Chairs • Evangelos Karapanos, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Chairs • Raian Ali, HBKU, Qatar • Khin Than Win, University of Wollongong, Australia Demo, Poster and Artefacts • Ruben Hgouveia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal • Hanne Spelt, Philips, Netherlands Workshops and Tutorial Chairs • Rhodora Abadia, University of South Australia, Australia • Kaoru Sumi, Future University of Hakodate, Japan • Wenzhen Xu, Hitotsubashi University, Japan Doctoral Consortium Chairs • Sriram Iyengar, University of of Arizona, USA • Roberto Legaspi, KDDI, Japan • Shahla Meedya, Australian Catholic University, Australia Proceedings Chairs • Elena Vlahu-Gjorgievska, University of Wollongong, Australia • Kiemute Oyibo, University of York, Canada Society for Persuasion and Technology Steering Committee • Raian Ali – Chair Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar • Luca Chittaro – General Member Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Lab, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, University of Udine, Italy • Roberto Legaspi – General Member Research Scientist, Collaborative AI Lab, Human-centered AI Laboratories KDDI Research, Inc., Japan • Harri Oinas-Kukkonen – General Member Professor, Information Systems Science and Dean of Graduate School, University of Oulu, Finland • Kiemute Oyibo – General Member Assistant Professor, Interactive Systems Research Group, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, York University, Canada • Khin Than Win – Secretary Professor at the University of Wollongong, Australia

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CFP Track Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT '25) - ACM SAC 2025 [Firm Deadline]

by Salvatore Gatto

Track on Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT ‘25) Sicily, Italy, March 31 – April 4, 2025 Part of the 40thACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing (SAC ‘25) https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025> https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/ <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/> Theme and Scope Modern devices and technologies can represent a digital barrier for users with disabilities, but they can be exploited to become enabling tools for them. Accessibility of devices and technologies is a critical topic to allow inclusion of all users, especially due to the European laws that impose accessibility for new products and the definition of an updated version of WCAG (Web Accessibility Guidelines). This track invites scientists, engineers, and decision-makers from government, industry, and academia to present technical papers on their research and development results in areas of accessibility. This track can interest many researchers since it would give the chance to face a wide range of topics, i.e., web or mobile technologies, with different points of view, taking into account specific technological constraints and digital barriers. It is well-known that the so-called “curb cut effect” can be applied to any technological and digital context (in terms of devices, content, and services): technologies that were originally meant to benefit people with disabilities can help any other users. Moreover, the history and the evolution of several technologies have been influenced and/or motivated by the special needs of people with disabilities. We welcome submission on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: * Accessible devices/assistive technologies: assistive technologies refer to all the assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities that enable users to perform tasks they were formerly unable to accomplish. On the one hand, the widespread diffusion of new devices and technologies stimulates researchers to find and apply new solutions to make them accessible to anyone. On the other hand, experiences in accessibility-related fields have been exploited and have provided benefits to users equipped with non-conventional devices when they emerged in the market. * Accessible solutions for e-learning, e-commerce, e-banking, etc: e-services and content often require specific technologies, being bounded by specific constraints when accessed by people with disabilities equipped with assistive technologies. Specific interaction modalities may affect interactive service access, while richness and quantity of content may affect the users’ ability to process information. * Accessible content: e-books, accessible TV, accessible broadcasting, etc. * Accessibility of games. * AI for Accessibility: AI can be exploited both for personalization (i.e., integrating AI-based personalization to support specific and special needs) and “enabler” (i.e., exploiting LLM to support the creation of accessible applications). Submission Guidelines We would like to invite authors to submit papers on research on the Accessibility area, with particular emphasis on assessing the current state of the art and identifying future directions. Original papers addressing any of the listed topics of interest (or related topics) will be considered. Each submitted paper will be fully refereed and undergo a double-blind review process by at least three referees. Accepted papers will be included in the ACM SAC 2025 proceedings and published in the ACM digital library, being indexed by Thomson ISI Web of Knowledge and Scopus. The track accepts full papers (max 8 pages), posters (max 2 pages), and SRC abstracts (max 2 pages). Submissions should be properly anonymized to facilitate blind reviewing. Papers that will receive high reviews (that is acceptable by reviewer standard) but will not be accepted due to space limitations can be invited for poster session. Authors of accepted papers must be prepared to sign a copyright statement and must pay the registration fee and guarantee that their paper will be presented at the conference. No-show of scheduled papers will result in excluding the papers from the ACM Digital Library. See the track website https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025>for more details. Important Dates * October 13, 2024: Submission of regular papers and SRC research abstracts [Firm deadline!] * November 20, 2024: Notification of papers, posters, and SRC research abstracts * November 29, 2024: Camera-ready copies of accepted papers * December 6, 2024: Authors registration due Organization * Ombretta Gaggi, University of Padua * Silvia Mirri, University of Bologna * Mike Paciello, AudioEye, WebABLE * Catia Prandi, University of Bologna Submission Portal Please submit your contribution through our online submission portal available at https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php>(regular papers) and https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php>(SRC abstracts). Contact us For any inquires regarding the call for papers, please contact gaggi(a)math.unipd.it <mailto:gaggi@math.unipd.it>. We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at the ACM SAC 2025 Conference!

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The 24th IFIP Conference e-Business, e-Services, and e-Society (I3E 2025): First Call for Papers

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*** First Call for Papers *** The 24th IFIP Conference e-Business, e-Services, and e-Society (I3E 2025) September 9-11, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://cyprusconferences.org/i3e2025/ (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) Conference theme: “Pervasive digital services for people’s well-being, inclusion and sustainable development” OVERVIEW Next-gen digital services contribute to people’s well-being, inclusion, and sustainable development, re-shaping e-business, e-services, and e-society. Such services are pervasive both since they run on a large variety of heterogeneous devices and they permeate various aspects of daily life, by offering accessible and personalised experiences to all individuals. The proposed theme advocates for the design, implementation and operations of novel digital solutions that satisfy the needs of different individuals, while contributing to their well-being and to preserving the Planet. I3E 2025 will collect contributions about the creation and management of user-centric accessible platforms, applications, and services that empower individuals to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. The proposed theme aims at emphasizing how it is possible to leverage different technologies to address pressing societal challenges such as, for instance, healthcare access, education, poverty alleviation, sustainable usage of resources, and social equity, towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. TOPICS OF INTEREST Areas of particular interest include but are not limited to: e-Business • Innovative e-business models • Inter-organizational systems • Business process integration • Business process re-engineering • e-Marketplaces, e-Hubs and portals • Digital goods and products • User behaviour modeling • Mobile business • Enterprise application integration • e-Negotiations, auctioning and contracting • Supply, demand, and value chains • e-Commerce content management • Dynamic pricing models • Trust and security • Mobile Commerce • Business Intelligence • Business Ontologies and Models • E-Business Models e-Services • e-Service composition • Inter-organizational services • e-Collaboration and e-Services • Service-oriented computing • Web services • Semantic web services • Service workflows • Virtual organizations and coalitions • Virtual enterprises and virtual markets • Web 2.0 applications • Agent-oriented e-Services • P2P co-operation models • Ubiquitous, mobile, and pervasive services • Application service management • Services and service management in the cloud-edge continuum • Next-gen AI services • Enterprise Ontologies • Accessibility • Usability e-Society • e-Government (e.g. G2G, G2B, or G2C) • Digital cities and regions • e-Democracy and e-Governance • e-Inclusion to information society • e-Health and e-Education • Public e-Services for citizens and enterprises • One-stop government service integration • Mobile public services • Multimedia and multilingualism • Digital culture and digital divide • Privacy and security • Legal societal and cultural issues • Public-private partnerships • International dimension of e-Gov • E-society and AI • Digital Transformation • Social Computing • Green Computing • Sustainable Technologies • Humanitarian & Emergency Management • Digital Inclusion • Digital Literacy SUBMISSION Authors should submit original, unpublished research papers. All papers must not simultaneously be submitted to another journal or conference. All accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings. Therefore, submissions should not be under consideration for any other conference or journal outlet. Authors should consult Springer’s authors’ guidelines and use their proceedings templates to prepare their papers (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…). Authors can submit their proceedings articles using the EasyChair platform. Please use the following link: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=i3e2025 . Length of papers The most common types of papers accepted for publication are full papers (12 pages) and short papers (7 pages). We only wish to publish papers of significant scientific content. Special Issues Authors of selected papers will be invited to submit an extended and revised version of their paper for fast-track review and publication in journal special issues (currently under negotiation). IMPORTANT DATES • Paper Submission: May 19, 2025 (AoE) • Author Notification: June 23, 2025 • Camera-ready: June 30, 2025 • Author Registration: June 30, 2025 ORGANISATION Conference Chair • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus Conference Co-Chairs • Yogesh K. Dwivedi, Emerging Markets Research Centre (EMaRC) • Georgia Kapitsaki, University of Cyprus • Matti Mäntymäki, University of Turku • Ilias Pappas, Norwegian University of Science and Technology • Marinos Themistocleous, University of Nicosia Program Co-Chairs • Achilleas Achilleos, Frederick University of Cyprus • Stefano Forti, University of Pisa • Angelika Kokkinaki, University of Nicosia

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WUD-SIGCHI Italy 2024: save the date!

by Angela Locoro

Carissimi, anche quest'anno, il 14 Novembre, si terrà il World Usability Day, la giornata mondiale dedicata a diffondere sensibilità e cura verso l'aspetto umano nella tecnologia. Il tema è Designing for a Better World ( https://worldusabilityday.org/) e focalizza l’attenzione sugli aspetti di sostenibilità e accessibilità nella progettazione digitale per spazi pubblici, infrastrutture cittadine (trasporti, architettura urbana), materiali di produzione e partecipazione civica. Siamo dunque lieti di annunciarvi che, nell’ambito di questa iniziativa, il SIGCHI Italy organizzerà il WUD-SIGCHI Italy 2024 che si terrà, in presenza e online, giovedì 14 novembre dalle ore 9 presso il Politecnico di Milano. Gli organizzatori sono Maristella Matera (Dipartimento di Elettronica, Informazione e Bioingegneria) del Politecnico di Milano, Angela Locoro (Dipartimento di Economia e Management), Barbara Rita Barricelli e Daniela Fogli (Dipartimento di Ingegneria dell’Informazione) dell'Università degli Studi di Brescia e Stefano Valtolina (Dipartimento di Informatica) dell'Università degli Studi di Milano. Forniremo a breve il link al sito dell’iniziativa sul quale saranno disponibili ulteriori dettagli relativi ad aula e programma e dal quale sarà possibile registrarsi gratuitamente all’evento. Il programma, in fase di definizione, si aprirà con i saluti della Presidentessa del SIGCHI Italy, Giuliana Vitiello, e dell’organizzatrice di numerose precedenti edizioni del WUD SIGCHI Italy, Cristina Gena. La relatrice di apertura sarà la Dottoressa Eleonora Mencarini della Fondazione Bruno Kessler, che tratterà il tema dell'HCI sostenibile. I relatori successivi toccheranno da vicino le tematiche della sostenibilità e dell’accessibilità. Un caro saluto e a presto! Barbara Rita Barricelli, Daniela Fogli, Angela Locoro, Maristella Matera, Stefano Valtolina ----------------------------- *Angela Locoro, PhD* Professore Associato Dipartimento di Economia e Management Università degli Studi di Brescia

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Final Call for papers for Intelligent User Interfaces 2025 (ACM IUI’25)

by Eleonora Zedda

Final Call for papers for IntelligentUser Interfaces2025 (ACM IUI’25) Wewelcome youto submityourhigh-qualitywork to IUI’25 thatwilltake place in Cagliari, Italy, on March 24-27, 2025! Importantdates: Abstract submissiondeadline: October3nd, 2024 Paper submissiondeadline: October10th, 2024 Please visit the website for more information: https://iui.acm.org/2025/ The ACM Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (ACM IUI) is the annual premiere venue where researchers and practitioners meet and discuss state-of-the-art advances at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). Ideal IUI submissions should address practical HCI challenges using machine intelligence and discuss both computational and human-centric aspects of such methodologies, techniques and systems. Contributions are welcome from all relevant arenas, including academia, industry, government, and non-profit organizations. We strongly believe that diverse insights are critical to the vitality of the IUI community and the conference will accept papers for both long and short oral presentations. Contributions to IUI are expected to be supported by rigorous evidence appropriate to the claims (e.g., user study, system evaluation, computational analysis). IUI topics of interest include, but are not limited to: Human-centered AI methods, approaches, and systems * Explainable AI methods * Democratization of AI * Persuasive technologies in IUI * Privacy and security of IUI * Recommendations in IUI * Knowledge-based approaches to user interface design and generation * User modelling for intelligent interfaces * User-adaptive interaction and personalization * IUI for crowd computing and human computation * Human control in daily automations Computational innovation * Interactive machine learning * Human-in-the loop AI testing and debugging * Human-centered recommendation and recommender systems * Generative models * Human-in-the-loop reinforcement learning * Intelligent user interfaces for generative AI Innovative User Interfaces * Affective interfaces * Intelligent aesthetic interfaces * Intelligent collaborative interfaces * Intelligent AR/VR interfaces * Intelligent visualization and visual analytics * Intelligent wearable and mobile interfaces * Intelligent tangible interfaces * Intelligent conversational interfaces Intelligent Multimodal Systems * Embodied agents * Multimodal AI assistants * Intelligent multimodal interfaces * Evaluations of Intelligent User Interfaces * User experiments and studies * Reproducibility (including benchmarks, datasets, and challenges) * Meta-analysis * Mixed-methods evaluations Intelligent Applications * Education and learning-related technologies * Healthcare and wellbeing * Automotive * Assistive technologies * Entertainment * Workplace happiness * Social media * Information retrieval * Internet of things (IoT) * Smart homes * Generative AI Large Language Models * End-user interaction with LLMs and Multimodal models (e.g., chatbots, image generation) * LLMs in the workplace * Trustworthy LLMs * Bias in LLMs * The effects of LLMs use on creative tasks * Personalized user interaction with LLMs * Prompt Engineering * User control and steering of LLMs (e.g. RLHF) Looking forward to your submissions! IUI’25 Technical Programme Chairs Luis Leiva, Davide Spano, Katrien Verbert program2025(a)iui.acm.org <mailto:program2025@iui.acm.org> IUI’25 General Chairs Toby Li, Fabio Paterno, Kaisa Väänänen chairs2025(a)iui.acm.org <mailto:chairs2025@iui.acm.org>

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[CFP] Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems - Special issue of IxD&A

by Chiara Ceccarini

Call for Papers – Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems Special issue of Interaction Design & Architecture(s) Journal (IxD&A) https://ixdea.org/digital-wellbeing-for-teens-designing-educational-systems/ ———— Overview Recently, researchers have been exploring the unexpected issues arising from the excessive use of personal devices and social media apps, particularly as companies adopt “attention-capture” tactics like guilty-pleasure recommendations and automatic content playback. These strategies exploit users’ psychological vulnerabilities to increase advertising revenue, resulting in significant impacts on users’ perceived agency and often leading to a sense of losing control over their technology use. This has led to the emergence of a new focus on “digital wellbeing,” studied in fields such as Human Computer Interaction and psychology. Traditional approaches by practitioners and researchers to tackle these issues involve developing Digital Self-Control Tools (DSCTs), such as mobile apps and browser extensions, that help users track their usage patterns and implement interventions like timers and lock-out mechanisms to regulate device use. However, both researchers and users are beginning to emphasize that achieving digital wellbeing requires more than just self-monitoring strategies; it is a journey of personal growth that necessitates education. Topics of Interest The goal of this special issue is to discuss ongoing research and ideas at the intersection of digital wellbeing and education. It aims to foster the development of strategies and interactive tools that mentor users, especially children and teenagers, towards a more meaningful and conscious use of technology. This can be accomplished in various ways, such as by designing new Digital Self-Control Tools with educational components, developing serious games, or creating collaborative platforms to introduce and support digital wellbeing learning in schools. Topics of interest include, but not limited to: • participatory and co-design of digital wellbeing systems; • tools and strategies to teach digital wellbeing at school; • strategies and tools for measuring students’ digital wellbeing; • novel DSCTs that include educational aspects; • gamification strategies for digital wellbeing; • ethical, social, and political factors. Submission All submissions must be original and may not be under review by another publication. The manuscripts should be submitted anonymized either in .doc or in .pdf format. All papers will be blindly peer-reviewed by at least two reviewers. Prospective participants are invited to submit an 8-20 pages paper (including authors’ information, abstract, all tables, figures, references, etc.). Important dates Deadline: October 15th, 2024 Notification to the authors: January 15th, 2025 Camera ready paper: February 15th, 2025 Publication of the special issue: March 2025 (tentatively) Guest Editors Chiara Ceccarini, University of Bologna (Italy) Catia Prandi, University of Bologna (Italy) Alberto Monge Roffarello, Politecnico di Torino (Italy) Luigi De Russis, Politecnico di Torino (Italy) _________________________________________ Chiara Ceccarini, PhD. Junior Assistant Professor (RTD-A) Department of Computer Science and Engineering University of Bologna

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PhD Position in Virtual Agents in Cross Reality

by Adalberto Simeone

We have an opening for a PhD position in the domain of Virtual Agents in Cross-Reality. Funding is available for one year initially, but the candidate will be actively supported in applying for external funding. PhD Position in Virtual Agents in Cross-Reality (ref. BAP-2024-623) Deadline: 11/10/2024 For more info, refer to https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/jobs/60387872?lang=en or via email to adalberto.simeone(a)kuleuven.be The ARIA team (Artificial Realities and Interactive Ambients) in the Human-Computer-Interaction section of the department of Computer Science at KU Leuven studies the behaviour of users in interactive Virtual Environments, with the aim of improving the experience of users immersed in them. The lab is internationally renown for its radical new ideas and pioneering work in the domain of Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Reality (XR), having published at top venues in the HCI and XR fields. At ARIA we seek not only to understand how we can improve the fundamental components of interaction in immersive environments, but also how to push the boundaries of XR itself so that it might open up new possibilities that did not exist before. At ARIA, the greatest asset we seek in a researcher is the ability to be creative and have a vision of a better future. We are also fully integrated in the network of European and International XR research and collaborate often with other top researchers in the field. Unit website<https://aria.cs.kuleuven.be/> Project Powered by recent advancements in modern AI techniques such as Large Language Models, Virtual Agents (also known as Virtual Characters or Virtual Humans) are poised to be the next step in this evolution. An Embodied Virtual Agent distinguishes themselves from "regular" chatbots as it is an AI "construct" that exists in an immersive environments, therefore it possesses a body (or avatar) and can interact with the environment, with other agents, and with human users. Virtual Agents will represent a fundamental characteristic of our lives in the society of the near future: they will become widely present as assistants, helpers, friends and companions. However, the current state-of-the-art in terms of approaches to "drive" the behaviour of a Virtual Agent still has large potential for improvement. Modern computer games that features so-called "Non-playing Characters" (NPCs) typically do not offer opportunities for substantial meaningful interactions with users, as they largely act in static roles. Conversely, research prototypes do not always feature populated environments, even when the subject of the study takes place in places where our real-world experience would tell us that it is very likely to encounter other people in such public settings (for example as in a virtual train station or a virtual museum). The candidate will thus study how modern AI techniques can enhance the believability, or the feeling of actually "being there" in the environment depicted by the virtual experience. We seek to understand what kind of behaviour a virtual agent should exhibit to enhance the overall feeling of a realistic experience. This will involve an investigation of how Virtual Agents can be integrated as (virtual) "extras" in public settings: what behaviours should they exhibit, what interactions should they be able to perform with the environment, with other agents, and with human users. Successively, we seek to understand what aspects are of greater importance when such Virtual Agents take secondary roles in an immersive experience, such as the ability to sustain short circumstantial conversations or interactions with human users. We offer a full-time PhD scholarship of one (1) year. The candidate will be expected to actively seek and work towards the attainment of further external funding to support the continuation of the PhD, in terms of writing a research proposal. The candidate will be supported by the supervisor, as well as the rest of the ARIA team, in this effort. The candidate will also be expected to contribute to the supervision of Master's students and a limited amount of teaching support activities. Profile * The candidate must have a Master's degree in Computer Science or neighbouring fields, obtained no more than three years ago. Experience that relates to Human-Computer Interaction, VR, or 3D Interaction is desirable. * Candidates must have excellent demonstrable programming skills, especially in what concerns the development of 3D applications, such as with Unity or Unreal Engine. * They must be proficient in oral and written English, possess excellent communication skills, and be creative, team-oriented, proactive and result driven. * The positions can start immediately. * Interested candidates should send their CV, their transcripts, contact information of at least 2 referees, and a motivation letter using the KU Leuven system. The motivation letter should clearly outline the candidate's interests in VR and Virtual Agents and their thoughts for potential research in that direction. * Including in the motivation letter links to code repositories or videos of examples of prior work on 3D applications (be them VR, AR, or also desktop 3D application) is highly recommended. Offer * A one-year PhD scholarship, extendible upon successful attainment of external funding for up to three more years, for a total of four years. * A stimulating environment in one of Europe's most renowned and innovative universities, in a well-equipped research team of international reputation. * Access to state-of-the-art motion tracking and VR laboratories, equipped with 16 Vicon cameras, tracking equpment, hi-end VR workstations and head-mounted displays. * The research will be based at the Department of Computer Science at the Arenberg Campus in Heverlee (just outisde to city centre of Leuven). Interested? For more information please contact Prof. dr. Adalberto Simeone, tel.: +32 16 37 71 59, mail: adalberto.simeone(a)kuleuven.be. You can apply for this job no later than October 11, 2024 via the online application tool<http://www.kuleuven.be/eapplyingforjobs/light/60387872> https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/jobs/60387872?lang=en -- Adalberto L. Simeone Associate Professor ARIA - Artificial Realities and Interactive Ambients https://aria.cs.kuleuven.be<https://aria.cs.kuleuven.be/> Department of Computer Science, KU Leuven https://www.adalsimeone.me<https://www.adalsimeone.me/>

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38th IEEE International Symposium on Computer-Based Medical Systems (CBMS 2025) :Call for Special Tracks

by Announce

*** Call for Special Tracks *** 38th IEEE International Symposium on Computer-Based Medical Systems (IEEE CBMS 2025) June 18-20, 2025, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM), Madrid, Spain https://2025.cbms-conference.org Attracting a worldwide audience, CBMS is the premier conference for computer-based medical systems, and one of the main conferences within the fields of medical informatics and biomedical informatics. IEEE CBMS 2025 invites proposals for organization of special tracks that will be held in parallel with the general conference track. The themes of the special tracks should not overlap with the general conference topics and should focus on emerging research fields. All tracks are expected to enable stimulating discussions of state-of-the-art, emerging, visionary, and perhaps controversial topics. Their papers should report on significant unpublished work and must meet the same standards as main conference papers. All accepted papers will be included in the conference proceedings. We expect all accepted tracks to adhere to the conference paper submission and reviewing schedule, as outlined in the dates indicated below. Special Tracks chair(s) will be interacting with organisers of accepted workshops to ensure a high-quality workshop program. In the case of detecting several similar submissions, the CBMS 2025 organization can propose the fusion of those proposals. Special Track requirements The organizers of a special track must comply with a set of principles and obligations, listed below: • A specific webpage with information about the special track will be created by CBMS after the acceptance notification. The organizers must provide the following information to be added to such webpage: special track description, list of topics, call for papers, submission information (must be the same as CBMS 2025 regular track), special track organizers, special track program committee members, any other relevant information. • The organizers of the special track are responsible for the peer-review process within their track. They must add their own Program committee members/reviewers to the submission platform, ensure that receive all the reviews on time, check the quality of the reviews, and establish the acceptance/rejection decision. The final decision will be sent by CBMS 2025 PC Chairs. They also must pay special attention to potential conflicts of interest and ensure that all the general ethical rules of research are followed. • At least one of the organizers of the special track must register and attend to CBMS 2025 in Madrid. The organizer(s) who attend CBMS will also chair the specific session that will be assigned in the agenda to their track. • The organizers of the special track are responsible for the publicity of their track to try to win as many submissions as possible. Please bear in mind that a special track with less than 4 accepted papers could be canceled. In this case, the accepted papers will be moved to the regular track. Important Dates • Deadline for special track proposal: November 8, 2024 (AoE) • Special track notification acceptance: November 15, 2024 Submission Guidelines Each proposal must include: • Special track title • Rough estimate of the expected ST size as number of sessions (with 4-5 papers per session) • A brief biography of ST organizer(s) • List of Special Track program committee members • A draft of Special Track “Call for papers” (important dates must be the same of the main conference) • One or two appropriate journals or follow up publications: tracks are expected to organize a special issue, if planned. The proposal must be sent to info[at]cbms-conference[dot]org CBMS 2025 Special Track Chairs • Alba García Seco de Herrera • Gilberto Ochoa-Ruiz • Sharib Ali Other Information For more information, please contact info[at]cbms-conference[dot]org.

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Early-bird registration for ICMI 2024

by Gwenn Englebienne

Dear all, This is a friendly reminder that the early-bird registration for this year's ICMI conference closes tomorrow, 20 September. For more information, please visit https://icmi.acm.org/2024/registration/ https://icmi.acm.org/2024/registration/ Apologies for cross-posting!

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Save the Date: ACDL 2025, 8th Advanced Course on Data Science & Machine Learning - From Deep Learning to Large Language Models & Multimodal Foundation Models | June 9-13 | Riva del Sole Resort & SPA - Italy -> Early Registration: by 23 February

by ICAS Organizing Committee

Save the Date: ACDL 2025, 8th Advanced Course on Data Science & Machine Learning - From Deep Learning to Large Language Models & Multimodal Foundation Models | June 9-13 | Riva del Sole Resort & SPA - Italy -> Early Registration: by 23 February -- * Apologies for multiple copies. Please forward to anybody who might be interested, thanks * SAVE THE DATE #ACDL2025, An Interdisciplinary Course: From Deep Learning to Generative AI ACDL 2025 is a full-immersion 5-day course in Tuscany on cutting-edge advances in AI, Deep Learning, LLMs, Data Sc. & Generative AI with lectures delivered by world-renowned experts. If you want to learn Transformers, Diffusion Models, Large language models, Vision - Large-scale vision models, Vision and language, Beyond vision and language, Multimodal Foundation Models, NLP, Generative AI and much more then take part in ACDL 2025! ;-) Riva del Sole Resort & SPA - Tuscany, Italy, June 9-13, 2025 https://acdl2025.icas.events acdl(a)icas.cc EARLY REGISTRATION: by February 23 (AoE) https://acdl2025.icas.events/registration/ Oral Presentation Submission Deadline: by February 23 (AoE) LECTURERS: TBA Each Lecturer will hold up to four lectures on one or more research topics. https://acdl2025.icas.events/lecturers/ PAST LECTURERS: https://acdl2025.icas.events/past-lecturers/ VENUE: https://acdl2025.icas.events/venue/ Riva del Sole Resort & SPA Località Riva del Sole‚ Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) CAP 58043‚ Tuscany‚ Italy p: +39-0564-928111 e: booking.events(a)rivadelsole.it w: https://www.rivadelsole.it/en/ PAST EDITIONS: https://acdl2025.icas.events/past-editions/ REGISTRATION: https://acdl2025.icas.events/registration/ CERTIFICATE & 8 ECTS: The 8th Advanced Course on Data Science & Machine Learning – ACDL 2025 is a full-immersion five-day Course at the Riva del Sole Resort & SPA (Castiglione della Pescaia – Grosseto – Tuscany, Italy) on cutting-edge advances in Deep Learning, Data Science and Generative AI with lectures delivered by world-renowned experts. The Course provides a stimulating environment for PhD students, Post-Docs, junior academics (only up to assistant professors), early career researches, and industry leaders (and highly motivated, promising and brilliant Master students / BSc students). Participants will also have the chance to present their results with talks, and to interact with their colleagues, in a convivial, professional and productive environment. PhD students, PostDocs, Industry Practitioners and Junior Academics (only up to assistant professors) will be typical profiles of the ACDL attendants.The Course will involve a total of 36–40 hours of lectures, according to the academic system the final achievement will be equivalent to 8 ECTS points for the PhD Students (and some strongly motivated Master Student – BSc Student) attending the Course. Language: English. To participate in the ACDL 2025, all attendants must (1/2) register for the course (by February 23, 2025) and (2/2) book accommodation at the course venue, “Riva del Sole Resort & SPA” (by April 23, 2025); all attendants must stay at the “Riva del Sole Resort & SPA”. Booking accommodation at the Riva del Sole must be made exclusively using the accommodation form attached to the registration confirmation email. No other methods must be used (if you use other booking methods the hotel will cancel the reservation). Finally, it is not possible to extend the stay, the special accommodation rates are valid only for the period of the course, no exceptions will be made. To contact the Riva del Sole Resort & SPA (the course venue) use the following email: booking.events(a)rivadelsole.it Once accommodation has been booked at “Riva del Sole Resort & SPA“, the participant must send this information (including the Booking Number) to the ACDL organizing committee (acdl(a)icas.cc). ACDL is a residential course, so all lecturers and participants must reside in the same Hotel (Riva del Sole Resort & SPA). No exceptions are made. For privacy reasons, the Hotel can not match people. If you have someone to share the apartment with (or a double room in Hotel), please send to the Hotel ( booking.events(a)rivadelsole.it ) the name, surname and email address. Otherwise the solution is to book a hotel room in single use. Please note that only ACDL registered participants can book a room (in hotel or apartment) at the Riva del Sole Resort & SPA with the accommodation form attached in the registration email and with the ACDL Discounted Rates. The Booking Office of the Riva del Sole Resort & SPA will verify the names of the participants and the corresponding registration number to confirm the booking. Anyone interested in participating in ACDL 2025 should register as soon as possible. See you in Riva del Sole in June! ACDL 2025 Directors. ACDL 2025 Scientific & Organizing Committees. https://acdl2025.icas.events acdl(a)icas.cc Obviously this is only a Call for Participation, to have complete and updated information we recommend you access the relevant website: https://acdl2025.icas.events -- *8th Advanced Course on Data Science & Machine Learning - ACDL 2025, *9-13 June, Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) – Tuscany, Italy An Interdisciplinary Course: Big Data, Deep Learning & AI without Borders *Early Registration: by February 23, 2025 (AoE)* https://acdl2025.icas.events/registration/ https://acdl2025.icas.events/ acdl(a)icas.cc The Course is equivalent to 8 ECTS points for the PhD Students and the Master Students attending the Course. *10th International Conference on Learning, Optimization and Data – LOD 2024, *22–25 September Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) Tuscany, Italy https://lod2024.icas.events/ lod(a)icas.cc *4th Advanced Course ** and Symposium **on Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience – ACAIN 2024,* 22–25 September Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) Tuscany, Italy https://acain2024.icas.events/ acain(a)icas.cc *Author Registration Deadline: June 23 * *Early Registration Deadline for the Course: June 23* The Course is equivalent to 8 ECTS points for the PhD Students and the Master Students attending the Course. *ICAS* *-* *The Interdisciplinary Centre of Advanced Studies* https://icas.cc/

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CFP Track Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT '25) - ACM SAC 2025 [Extended Deadline]

by Salvatore Gatto

Track on Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT ‘25) Sicily, Italy, March 31 – April 4, 2025 Part of the 40thACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing (SAC ‘25) https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025> https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/ <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/> Theme and Scope Modern devices and technologies can represent a digital barrier for users with disabilities, but they can be exploited to become enabling tools for them. Accessibility of devices and technologies is a critical topic to allow inclusion of all users, especially due to the European laws that impose accessibility for new products and the definition of an updated version of WCAG (Web Accessibility Guidelines). This track invites scientists, engineers, and decision-makers from government, industry, and academia to present technical papers on their research and development results in areas of accessibility. This track can interest many researchers since it would give the chance to face a wide range of topics, i.e., web or mobile technologies, with different points of view, taking into account specific technological constraints and digital barriers. It is well-known that the so-called “curb cut effect” can be applied to any technological and digital context (in terms of devices, content, and services): technologies that were originally meant to benefit people with disabilities can help any other users. Moreover, the history and the evolution of several technologies have been influenced and/or motivated by the special needs of people with disabilities. We welcome submission on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: * Accessible devices/assistive technologies: assistive technologies refer to all the assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities that enable users to perform tasks they were formerly unable to accomplish. On the one hand, the widespread diffusion of new devices and technologies stimulates researchers to find and apply new solutions to make them accessible to anyone. On the other hand, experiences in accessibility-related fields have been exploited and have provided benefits to users equipped with non-conventional devices when they emerged in the market. * Accessible solutions for e-learning, e-commerce, e-banking, etc: e-services and content often require specific technologies, being bounded by specific constraints when accessed by people with disabilities equipped with assistive technologies. Specific interaction modalities may affect interactive service access, while richness and quantity of content may affect the users’ ability to process information. * Accessible content: e-books, accessible TV, accessible broadcasting, etc. * Accessibility of games. * AI for Accessibility: AI can be exploited both for personalization (i.e., integrating AI-based personalization to support specific and special needs) and “enabler” (i.e., exploiting LLM to support the creation of accessible applications). Submission Guidelines We would like to invite authors to submit papers on research on the Accessibility area, with particular emphasis on assessing the current state of the art and identifying future directions. Original papers addressing any of the listed topics of interest (or related topics) will be considered. Each submitted paper will be fully refereed and undergo a double-blind review process by at least three referees. Accepted papers will be included in the ACM SAC 2025 proceedings and published in the ACM digital library, being indexed by Thomson ISI Web of Knowledge and Scopus. The track accepts full papers (max 8 pages), posters (max 2 pages), and SRC abstracts (max 2 pages). Submissions should be properly anonymized to facilitate blind reviewing. Papers that will receive high reviews (that is acceptable by reviewer standard) but will not be accepted due to space limitations can be invited for poster session. Authors of accepted papers must be prepared to sign a copyright statement and must pay the registration fee and guarantee that their paper will be presented at the conference. No-show of scheduled papers will result in excluding the papers from the ACM Digital Library. See the track website https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025>for more details. Important Dates * October 4, 2024: Submission of regular papers and SRC research abstracts [Extended deadline!] * October 30, 2024: Notification of papers, posters, and SRC research abstracts * November 29, 2024: Camera-ready copies of accepted papers * December 6, 2024: Authors registration due Organization * Ombretta Gaggi, University of Padua * Silvia Mirri, University of Bologna * Mike Paciello, AudioEye, WebABLE * Catia Prandi, University of Bologna Submission Portal Please submit your contribution through our online submission portal available at https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php>(regular papers) and https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php>(SRC abstracts). Contact us For any inquires regarding the call for papers, please contact gaggi(a)math.unipd.it <mailto:gaggi@math.unipd.it>. We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at the ACM SAC 2025 Conference!

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CFP Track Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT '25) - ACM SAC 2025 [Extended Deadline]

by Salvatore Gatto

Track on Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT ‘25) Sicily, Italy, March 31 – April 4, 2025 Part of the 40thACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing (SAC ‘25) https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025> https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/ <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/> Theme and Scope Modern devices and technologies can represent a digital barrier for users with disabilities, but they can be exploited to become enabling tools for them. Accessibility of devices and technologies is a critical topic to allow inclusion of all users, especially due to the European laws that impose accessibility for new products and the definition of an updated version of WCAG (Web Accessibility Guidelines). This track invites scientists, engineers, and decision-makers from government, industry, and academia to present technical papers on their research and development results in areas of accessibility. This track can interest many researchers since it would give the chance to face a wide range of topics, i.e., web or mobile technologies, with different points of view, taking into account specific technological constraints and digital barriers. It is well-known that the so-called “curb cut effect” can be applied to any technological and digital context (in terms of devices, content, and services): technologies that were originally meant to benefit people with disabilities can help any other users. Moreover, the history and the evolution of several technologies have been influenced and/or motivated by the special needs of people with disabilities. We welcome submission on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: * Accessible devices/assistive technologies: assistive technologies refer to all the assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities that enable users to perform tasks they were formerly unable to accomplish. On the one hand, the widespread diffusion of new devices and technologies stimulates researchers to find and apply new solutions to make them accessible to anyone. On the other hand, experiences in accessibility-related fields have been exploited and have provided benefits to users equipped with non-conventional devices when they emerged in the market. * Accessible solutions for e-learning, e-commerce, e-banking, etc: e-services and content often require specific technologies, being bounded by specific constraints when accessed by people with disabilities equipped with assistive technologies. Specific interaction modalities may affect interactive service access, while richness and quantity of content may affect the users’ ability to process information. * Accessible content: e-books, accessible TV, accessible broadcasting, etc. * Accessibility of games. * AI for Accessibility: AI can be exploited both for personalization (i.e., integrating AI-based personalization to support specific and special needs) and “enabler” (i.e., exploiting LLM to support the creation of accessible applications). Submission Guidelines We would like to invite authors to submit papers on research on the Accessibility area, with particular emphasis on assessing the current state of the art and identifying future directions. Original papers addressing any of the listed topics of interest (or related topics) will be considered. Each submitted paper will be fully refereed and undergo a double-blind review process by at least three referees. Accepted papers will be included in the ACM SAC 2025 proceedings and published in the ACM digital library, being indexed by Thomson ISI Web of Knowledge and Scopus. The track accepts full papers (max 8 pages), posters (max 2 pages), and SRC abstracts (max 2 pages). Submissions should be properly anonymized to facilitate blind reviewing. Papers that will receive high reviews (that is acceptable by reviewer standard) but will not be accepted due to space limitations can be invited for poster session. Authors of accepted papers must be prepared to sign a copyright statement and must pay the registration fee and guarantee that their paper will be presented at the conference. No-show of scheduled papers will result in excluding the papers from the ACM Digital Library. See the track website https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025>for more details. Important Dates * October 4, 2024: Submission of regular papers and SRC research abstracts [Extended deadline!] * October 30, 2024: Notification of papers, posters, and SRC research abstracts * November 29, 2024: Camera-ready copies of accepted papers * December 6, 2024: Authors registration due Organization * Ombretta Gaggi, University of Padua * Silvia Mirri, University of Bologna * Mike Paciello, AudioEye, WebABLE * Catia Prandi, University of Bologna Submission Portal Please submit your contribution through our online submission portal available at https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php>(regular papers) and https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php>(SRC abstracts). Contact us For any inquires regarding the call for papers, please contact gaggi(a)math.unipd.it <mailto:gaggi@math.unipd.it>. We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at the ACM SAC 2025 Conference!

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Reminder: Upcoming Deadlines for ACM IUI 2025 Workshops and Full Papers

by Eleonora Zedda

Reminder: Upcoming Deadlines for ACM IUI 2025 Workshops and Full Papers We would like to remind you of the upcoming submission deadlines for the *ACM Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (ACM IUI) 2025*, the 30th annual event where researchers and practitioners from around the world come together to discuss the latest advances at the intersection of *Artificial Intelligence (AI)*and *Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)*. The conference will take place in *Cagliari, Italy*, from *March 24 to 27, 2025*. Workshop Proposals: * *Submission Deadline*: September 21, 2024 (4 days left) We encourage you to submit your *workshop proposals*to contribute to this year’s program and engage the IUI community with important and emerging topics. Full Papers: * *Abstract Submission Deadline*: October 2, 2024 (15 days left) * *Full Paper Submission Deadline*: October 9, 2024 (22 days left) Please ensure that your *abstracts and full papers*are submitted on time to be considered for this premier conference. For more details, please visit the official *ACM IUI 2025*website: https://iui.acm.org/2025/index.html <https://iui.acm.org/2025/index.html> We look forward to your valuable contributions!

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Happening now: seminar by Prof. Jonathan Lazar on "Born-Accessible Design: Methods, Tools, and Policies

by Dragan Ahmetovic

Dear All, A kind reminder that the seminar by Prof. Jonathan Lazar on "Born-Accessible Design: Methods, Tools, and Policies" is starting now at the Dept. of Computer Science of the University of Milan in via Celoria 18, Milano (Council Room, 8th floor). It is also streamed on Zoom (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81149147782?pwd=5BfqSTzTWxDDujCiVij2u6RoeeXW1D.1). Link of the event: https://di.unimi.it/it/seminario-born-accessible-design-methods-tools-and-p… Title: Born-Accessible Design: Methods, Tools, and Policies Abstract: Digital technologies, applications, websites, and documents are often created without considering accessibility for people with disabilities. Often, a technology is built inaccessibly, and then either remediated for accessibility, remediated for accessibility only when there is a complaint from a person with a disability, or is never remediated for accessibility. Building inaccessible technologies or content and then remediating them for accessibility after-the-fact is not an effective approach. The time delay between when digital technologies and content are built and released and when they are made accessible can itself be a form of societal discrimination, as some people have access to the technologies and content while others do not until a later date. Furthermore, remediating a technology after-the-fact tends to cost more than accessibility built-in from the start, which unfortunately leads to the misperception that accessibility is expensive. While disability rights advocates often call for digital technologies and content to be built using a born-accessible approach, the research literature in HCI and UX does not define the details for a born-accessible model. This presentation will report on work being done by the Maryland Initiative for Digital Accessibility (MIDA) at the University of Maryland, in collaboration with partners Adobe and the U.S. Access Board, to help define methods, tools, and policies for the born-accessible design approach. The presentation will include information on methods for involving disability rights groups into the born-accessible design process, the shifting power dynamics that occur in born-accessible design, mockups of interface features that support born-accessible design, and three examples where born-accessible concepts have been incorporated into U.S. State and Federal policies. Bio: Jonathan Lazar, PhD, LLM is a professor in the College of Information at the University of Maryland, where he is the executive director of the Maryland Initiative for Digital Accessibility (MIDA), and is a faculty member in the Human- Computer Interaction Lab (HCIL). Dr. Lazar has over 25 years of experience in research and teaching in human-computer interaction, with a focus on technology accessibility for people with disabilities, user-centered design methods, assistive technologies, and law and public policy related to HCI. Dr. Lazar has authored or edited 17 books, including Research Methods in Human-Computer Interaction (2nd edition, co- authored with Feng and Hochheiser), Ensuring Digital Accessibility Through Process and Policy (co-authored with Goldstein and Taylor), Foundations of Information Law (co-authored with Jaeger, Gorham, and Greene-Taylor), and Accessible Technology and the Developing World (co-edited with Stein). Dr. Lazar has published over 200 refereed articles in journals, conference proceedings, edited books, and magazines, and has received research funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation, the U.S. National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR), Google, and Adobe. At the University of Maryland, he frequently teaches courses on Human-Computer Interaction, Accessibility, User-Centered Design, and Legal Research Methods. He is the recipient of the 2020 ACM SIGACCESS Award for Outstanding Contributions to Computing and Accessibility and the 2016 ACM SIGCHI Social Impact Award, is a member of the ACM SIGCHI Academy, and has served as the general chair of the 2021 ACM ASSETS conference. Best, Dragan Ahmetovic<http://dragan.ahmetovic.it/> Associate Professor EveryWare Lab.<http://everywarelab.di.unimi.it/> Dept. of Computer Science<http://www.di.unimi.it/> Università degli Studi di Milano<https://www.unimi.it/>

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Call for Papers: IJHCS Special Issue on User Perspectives in Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence

by Erasmo Purificato

Apologies for crossposting. ======================================== CFP Special Issue * User Perspectives in Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence * International Journal of Human-Computer Studies (IJHCS) - Elsevier Journal (IF 5.4 @ 2023) Springer journal website: https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/international-journal-of-human-comput… ======================================== Call for Papers We are excited to invite submissions for the Special Issue of the International Journal of Human-Computer Studies (IJHCS) entitled “User Perspectives in Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence“ (VSI:HCAI). Guest Editors: - Ludovico Boratto University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy ludovico.boratto(a)acm.org - Erasmo Purificato Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany erasmo.purificato(a)acm.org - Ernesto William De Luca Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany Leibniz Institute for Educational Media | Georg Eckert Institute, Brunswick, Braunschweig, Germany ernesto.deluca(a)ovgu.de - Stefano Marrone University of Naples Federico II, Napoli, Italy stefano.marrone(a)unina.it - Carlo Sansone University of Naples Federico II, Napoli, Italy carlo.sansone(a)unina.it ** Special Issue Focus ** This special issue focuses on the rapidly evolving field of Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HCAI), which aims to shift the development and application of AI technologies towards enhancing human capabilities while ensuring systems are transparent, equitable, privacy-conscious, and under human control. It seeks to unite a wide range of stakeholders, including researchers, developers, business leaders, policymakers, and end-users, to examine AI's multifaceted impacts from a user-centric viewpoint. The issue will delve into the benefits and challenges of automated decision-making systems, with a particular emphasis on reliability, safety, and trustworthiness, and how these factors influence user interactions and experiences with AI. The goal is to foster a comprehensive discourse on creating AI systems that are not only technologically advanced but also ethically and socially attuned to user needs, encouraging submissions that assess user perception in real-world scenarios beyond algorithmic and model-centric evaluations. Topics of interest include system design and user interaction, ethical and societal considerations, and technological advancements aimed at improving user experience. This includes the design and evaluation of reliable and safe AI systems, empirical studies on HCAI's real-world impact, human-in-the-loop methodologies, innovative design and assessment methods, adaptive user interfaces, approaches to mitigate bias, privacy preservation, the impact of regulations, and the development of user-adaptive and explainable AI systems across various sectors. The issue invites original research, case studies, and review articles to promote cross-disciplinary dialogue and address the complex challenges and opportunities in HCAI. We invite submissions on a range of topics: - System Design and User Interaction - Design and evaluation of reliable, safe, and trustworthy AI systems. - Empirical studies on the real-world impact of HCAI systems. - Human-in-the-loop approaches and methodologies in HCAI. - Innovative methods and metrics for designing and assessing HCAI systems. - Adaptive and personalized user interfaces in HCAI. - Novel approaches to Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) in HCAI contexts. - Ethical and Societal Considerations - Potential risks and threats for users in HCAI systems. - Strategies for detecting and mitigating bias in real-world applications. - Privacy-preserving methodologies in AI systems. - Impact of regulations and policies on the development and use of HCAI systems. - Transparent user profiling methods and their implications. - Technological Advancements and User Experience - User-adaptive and explainable AI systems. - Development of explainable user interfaces. - Case studies and user-centric evaluations of HCAI systems in various sectors (e.g., healthcare, education, finance). We welcome original research papers, case studies, and review articles contributing to the knowledge in these areas. ** Submission Guidelines ** Authors are invited to submit original and unpublished papers. All submissions will be peer-reviewed and judged on originality, significance, quality, and relevance to the special issue topics of interest. Submitted papers should not have appeared in or be under consideration for another journal. More info here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/international-journal-of-human-comput… Instructions for authors: https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/international-journal-of-human-comput… ** Important Dates ** - Submission Open Date: September 16th, 2024 - Final Manuscript Submission Deadline: November 18th, 2024 - Editorial Acceptance Deadline: February 20th, 2025

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[cfp] edu4AI - Dissemination Track

by Elisa Marengo

*** Apologies for multiple copies *** The 1st Workshop on Education for Artificial Intelligence (edu4AI) will host a Dissemination Track to encourage the submission of papers already published over the last three years or papers submitted but not yet accepted, and whose authors desire to share them with the workshop attendees. Papers accepted to the Dissemination Track will be granted a slot for oral presentation, but will not be included in the edu4AI CEUR proceedings. The workshop is co-located with the 23rd International Conference of the Italian Association for Artificial Intelligence (AIxIA 2024) November 25 – November 28, 2024, Bolzano (Italy) https://aixia2024.events.unibz.it/ Workshop website:https://edu4ai.di.unito.it/ Dissemination track: https://edu4ai.di.unito.it/dissemination-track/ *********************** Topics of interest *********************** Topic of interest for the Dissemination Track are the same of the edu4AI main track, thus including (but not limited to) Challenges and Opportunities in Education for AI Leveraging online platforms for widespread AI Education Innovative Education Techniques and methodologies to support AI Education Hands-on research initiatives to support AI awareness and comprehension Program development for Educators Resources and techniques to explain AI in simple terms AI Literacy kits and educational games Educational tools and resources for correcting AI misconceptions Case studies on AI Literacy courses for elderly people Domain-specific threats due to AI biases and educational solutions to overcome them Education on AI-Ethical aspects Training programs to convey AI awareness Teaching Methodologies Experimentation and reports on the practical applications of the above topics in domain-specific contexts are welcomed (such as in healthcare, K-12 and higher education systems, finance, Lifelong Learning, Adult Education, and such like). The edu4AI workshop focuses on “Education on AI to promote AI awareness and AI literacy”. All papers on Artificial Intelligence models for enhancing learning experience and supporting teachers in their roles are invited to visit the website of the complementary workshop AIxEDU <https://aixedu.pa.itd.cnr.it/home>. *********************** Submissions *********************** A dissemination paper can be submitted in its original format (preprint or editorial version). Additionally, it must include a cover page containing the Title, the authors, the abstract, the complete reference of the publication (i.e., venue and date), and an explicit statement of the paper’s status (e.g., published, accepted, or submitted). Papers can be submitted in PDF format via the online submission system CMT <https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/EDU4AI2024> by selecting the dissemination track: Papers will be selected based on the relevance to the topics of the workshop *********************** Important Dates *********************** Paper submission deadline: September 28, 2024 Notifications of paper acceptance: October 6, 2024 *********************** Organization Chairs *********************** - Elisa Marengo - University of Torino, Italy email: elisa.marengo(a)unito.it - Michela Ponticorvo - University “Federico II” of Napoli, Italy email: michela.ponticorvo(a)unina.it - Manuel Striani - University of Piemonte Orientale, Italy email: manuel.striani(a)uniupo.it

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Luigi De Russis Vice-President di SIGCHI

by Giuliana VITIELLO

Care Tutte e cari Tutti, Con immenso piacere vi comunico che Luigi De Russis è stato confermato Executive Vice-President di ACM SIGCHI con Neha Kumar President! https://www.acm.org/elections/sigs/2024-sig-election/sigchi-2024-results Grazie a tutti per aver votato e buon lavoro a Luigi e all’intero Committee per i prossimi 3 anni! Giuliana -- --- Prof. Giuliana Vitiello, PhD Director HCI-UsE Lab Department of Computer Science University of Salerno Italy phone +39 089 963317 cell +39 3666758965 https:// <https://docenti.unisa.it/003730/home> docenti.unisa.it/giuliana.vitiello

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CFP Track Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT '25) - ACM SAC 2025

by Salvatore Gatto

Track on Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT ‘25) Sicily, Italy, March 31 – April 4, 2025 Part of the 40thACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing (SAC ‘25) https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025> https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/ <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/> Theme and Scope Modern devices and technologies can represent a digital barrier for users with disabilities, but they can be exploited to become enabling tools for them. Accessibility of devices and technologies is a critical topic to allow inclusion of all users, especially due to the European laws that impose accessibility for new products and the definition of an updated version of WCAG (Web Accessibility Guidelines). This track invites scientists, engineers, and decision-makers from government, industry, and academia to present technical papers on their research and development results in areas of accessibility. This track can interest many researchers since it would give the chance to face a wide range of topics, i.e., web or mobile technologies, with different points of view, taking into account specific technological constraints and digital barriers. It is well-known that the so-called “curb cut effect” can be applied to any technological and digital context (in terms of devices, content, and services): technologies that were originally meant to benefit people with disabilities can help any other users. Moreover, the history and the evolution of several technologies have been influenced and/or motivated by the special needs of people with disabilities. We welcome submission on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: * Accessible devices/assistive technologies: assistive technologies refer to all the assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities that enable users to perform tasks they were formerly unable to accomplish. On the one hand, the widespread diffusion of new devices and technologies stimulates researchers to find and apply new solutions to make them accessible to anyone. On the other hand, experiences in accessibility-related fields have been exploited and have provided benefits to users equipped with non-conventional devices when they emerged in the market. * Accessible solutions for e-learning, e-commerce, e-banking, etc: e-services and content often require specific technologies, being bounded by specific constraints when accessed by people with disabilities equipped with assistive technologies. Specific interaction modalities may affect interactive service access, while richness and quantity of content may affect the users’ ability to process information. * Accessible content: e-books, accessible TV, accessible broadcasting, etc. * Accessibility of games. * AI for Accessibility: AI can be exploited both for personalization (i.e., integrating AI-based personalization to support specific and special needs) and “enabler” (i.e., exploiting LLM to support the creation of accessible applications). Submission Guidelines We would like to invite authors to submit papers on research on the Accessibility area, with particular emphasis on assessing the current state of the art and identifying future directions. Original papers addressing any of the listed topics of interest (or related topics) will be considered. Each submitted paper will be fully refereed and undergo a double-blind review process by at least three referees. Accepted papers will be included in the ACM SAC 2025 proceedings and published in the ACM digital library, being indexed by Thomson ISI Web of Knowledge and Scopus. The track accepts full papers (max 8 pages), posters (max 2 pages), and SRC abstracts (max 2 pages). Submissions should be properly anonymized to facilitate blind reviewing. Papers that will receive high reviews (that is acceptable by reviewer standard) but will not be accepted due to space limitations can be invited for poster session. Authors of accepted papers must be prepared to sign a copyright statement and must pay the registration fee and guarantee that their paper will be presented at the conference. No-show of scheduled papers will result in excluding the papers from the ACM Digital Library. See the track website https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025>for more details. Important Dates * September 20, 2024, 11:59 PM (UTC+0.00): Submission of regular papers and SRC research abstracts * October 30, 2024: Notification of papers, posters, and SRC research abstracts * November 29, 2024: Camera-ready copies of accepted papers * December 6, 2024: Authors registration due Organization * Ombretta Gaggi, University of Padua * Silvia Mirri, University of Bologna * Mike Paciello, AudioEye, WebABLE * Catia Prandi, University of Bologna Submission Portal Please submit your contribution through our online submission portal available at https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php>(regular papers) and https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php>(SRC abstracts). Contact us For any inquires regarding the call for papers, please contact gaggi(a)math.unipd.it <mailto:gaggi@math.unipd.it>. We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at the ACM SAC 2025 Conference!

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[IxD&A Journal] Last CFP: Special issue on "Digital Crossroads: Enhancing Mediterranean Values through Human-Computer Interaction Research"

by Carlo Giovannella

/Apologize for unintended cross-mailing/ ========================================================= Special Issue on *Digital Crossroads: Enhancing Mediterranean Values through Human-Computer Interaction Research * Call for Papers -> link <https://ixdea.org/digital-crossroads-enhancing-mediterranean-values-through…> to be published at the /*Interaction Design and Architecture(s) Journal (IxD&A)*/ (ISSN 1826-9745, eISSN 2283-2998) https://ixdea.org/ https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-000 ---------------------------------------------------------------- **** Since 2007 also in Scopus **** **** *Since 2015 also* in *Emerging Sources Citation Index* and *Web of Science* *** *---------------------------------------------------------------- IxD&A implements the Gold Open Access (OA) road to its contents with no charge to the authors (submission & paper processing) Help us in improving the quality of the editorial process and of the journal, please donate: -> link ========================================================= *Guest Editors:*  --------------------------------------------------------- -- * George Caridakis, University of the Aegean, Greece * Houda El Mimouni, Indiana University, Bloomington, USA * Joel Lanir, University of Haifa, Israel * Valentina Nisi, University of Lisbon, Portugal * Giuliana Vitiello, Università degli Studi di Salerno, Italy =========================================== *Important dates:* ----------------------------------------------------------- * Deadline: *September 30th, 2024* * Notification to the authors: November 30th, 2024 * Camera ready paper: December 20th, 2024 * Publication of the special issue: January 2025 (tentatively) =========================================== *Overview* ----------------------------------------------------------- The Mediterranean region stands at a crucial intersection of tradition and modernity, offering a fertile ground where the intersection of rich cultural heritage and cutting-edge technological advancements invites exploration. As a result, a unique opportunity arises to investigate how Human-Computer Interaction research can enrich and advocate for these intrinsic values in the digital age. By leveraging the fusion of modern technology and timeless Mediterranean culture, HCI research can play a pivotal role in enhancing various aspects of life in the Mediterranean region. This special issue aims to bring together scholars, researchers, and practitioners to delve into the multifaceted relationship between digital technologies and Mediterranean values through the lens of HCI. Relevant questions to be answered include: * How can HCI research contribute to the preservation and promotion of Mediterranean cultural heritage in the digital era? * What are the ethical considerations and challenges in designing digital solutions that respect Mediterranean values and traditions? * How can HCI methodologies be adapted to better serve the diverse populations of the Mediterranean region? * What innovative HCI applications can support sustainable tourism and economic development in Mediterranean countries? * How can digital technologies facilitate intercultural dialogue and understanding among Mediterranean communities ----------------------------------------------------------- *Topics of Interest* ----------------------------------------------------------- Topics of interest for this special issue include, but not limited toWe invite submissions that address, but are not limited to, the following topics: * Digital preservation and promotion of Mediterranean cultural heritage * HCI approaches for sustainable development in Mediterranean communities * Designing inclusive digital solutions for diverse Mediterranean populations * Ethical considerations in HCI research within the Mediterranean context * User-centered design methodologies for Mediterranean users * Digital storytelling and narrative approaches to promote Mediterranean values * Technologies for fostering intercultural dialogue and understanding in the Mediterranean region * Innovative HCI applications for supporting Mediterranean tourism and hospitality * Collaborative platforms for knowledge exchange and community engagement in the Mediterranean context * Digital interventions for addressing societal challenges in Mediterranean countries . =========================================== /*Submission guidelines and procedure*/ ---------------------------------------------------------- All submissions (abstracts and later final manuscripts) must be original and may not be under review by another publication. The manuscripts should be submitted either in .doc or in .rtf format. All papers will be blindly peer-reviewed by at least two reviewers. Authors are invited to submit 8-30 pages paper (including authors' information, abstract, all tables, figures, references, etc.). The paper should be written according to the IxD&A authors' guidelines ->https://ixdea.org/authors-guidelines/ ========================================================== *Authors' guidelines* ---------------------------------------------------------- Paper submission page: -> link <https://ojs.ixdea.org/> (Please upload all submissions using the Submission page. When submitting the paper, please, choose the section: "SI: Digital Crossroads: Enhancing Mediterranean Values through Human-Computer Interaction Research") More information on the submission procedure and on the characteristics of the paper format can be found on the website of the IxD&A Journal where information on the copyright policy and responsibility of authors, publication ethics and malpractice are published. For scientific advice and queries, please contact the IxD&A scientific editor marking the subject as: /SI: //Digital Crossroads: Enhancing Mediterranean Values through Human-Computer Interaction Research/ * George Caridakis, gcari [at] aegean [dot] gr * Houda El Mimouni, h [dot] elmimouni [at] gmail [dot] com * Joel Lanir, ylanir [at] is [dot] haifa [dot] ac [dot] il * Valentina Nisi, valentina [dot] nisi [at] tecnico [dot] ulisboa [dot] pt * Giuliana Vitiello, gvitiello [at] unisa [dot] it -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

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[CFP] 1st Workshop on Education for Artificial Intelligence (edu4AI) -- DEADLINE EXTENDED

by Elisa Marengo

*** Apologies for multiple copies *** 1st Workshop on Education for Artificial Intelligence (edu4AI) Co-located with the 23rd International Conference of the Italian Association for Artificial Intelligence (AIxIA 2024) November 25 – November 28, 2024, Bolzano (Italy) https://aixia2024.events.unibz.it/ Workshop website:https://edu4ai.di.unito.it/ *********************** News *********************** *[Deadline Extended]* The paper submission deadline has been extended to: *September, 21* *[Dissemination track]* We introduced a dissemination track to encourage the submission of papers already published over the last three years, and whose authors desire to share them with the edu4AI attendees. Papers accepted to the Dissemination Track will be granted a slot for oral presentation, but will not be included in the CEUR proceedings. The *Dissemination Track CFP will be shared soon* in a separate email. *********************** edu4AI CFP *********************** The goal of this workshop is to establish a forum for researchers and professionals interested in understanding, envisioning, and discussing the challenges and opportunities of AI awareness by promoting education for Artificial Intelligence, promoting aspects such as methodologies, educational pathways, and AI literacy. Conference proceedings will be published on CEUR in the AI*IA series *********************** Important Dates *********************** Paper submission deadline: September, 10*September, 21* Notifications of paper acceptance: October, 6 Camera-ready version deadline: October, 20 Workshop (at AI*IA 2024): November 26-28, 2024 *********************** Topics of interest *********************** Topic of interest include (but are not limited to) Challenges and Opportunities in Education for AI Leveraging online platforms for widespread AI Education Innovative Education Techniques and methodologies to support AI Education Hands-on research initiatives to support AI awareness and comprehension Program development for Educators Resources and techniques to explain AI in simple terms AI Literacy kits and educational games Educational tools and resources for correcting AI misconceptions Case studies on AI Literacy courses for elderly people Domain-specific threats due to AI biases and educational solutions to overcome them Education on AI-Ethical aspects Training programs to convey AI awareness Teaching Methodologies Experimentation and reports on the practical applications of the above topics in domain-specific contexts are welcomed (such as in healthcare, K-12 and higher education systems, finance, Lifelong Learning, Adult Education, and such like). *********************** Submissions *********************** All papers will be peer-reviewed by at least two members of the program committee and evaluated on the basis of relevance, originality, significance, soundness, and clarity. Papers should be formatted according to the CEUR-WS's single-column style (http://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html). We welcome three categories of paper submission Full papers (8-10 pages) Short papers (6 pages) -- Suitable for work in progress, software prototypes, doctoral theses extended abstracts Project papers (6 pages) excluding references -- General overviews of research projects *********************** Organization Chairs *********************** - Elisa Marengo - University of Torino, Italy email: elisa.marengo(a)unito.it - Michela Ponticorvo - University “Federico II” of Napoli, Italy email: michela.ponticorvo(a)unina.it - Manuel Striani - University of Piemonte Orientale, Italy email: manuel.striani(a)uniupo.it

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[Seminar Announcement] 2024-09-17 John Lazar - Born-Accessible Design: Methods, Tools, and Policies

by Dragan Ahmetovic

Dear All, I am pleased to announce a seminar by Prof. Jonathan Lazar on "Born-Accessible Design: Methods, Tools, and Policies", which will take place on 2024-09-17 at 10:30, at the Dept. of Computer Science of the University of Milan in via Celoria 18, Milano (Council Room, 8th floor). It will also be streamed on Zoom (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81149147782?pwd=5BfqSTzTWxDDujCiVij2u6RoeeXW1D.1). Link of the event: https://di.unimi.it/it/seminario-born-accessible-design-methods-tools-and-p… Title: Born-Accessible Design: Methods, Tools, and Policies Abstract: Digital technologies, applications, websites, and documents are often created without considering accessibility for people with disabilities. Often, a technology is built inaccessibly, and then either remediated for accessibility, remediated for accessibility only when there is a complaint from a person with a disability, or is never remediated for accessibility. Building inaccessible technologies or content and then remediating them for accessibility after-the-fact is not an effective approach. The time delay between when digital technologies and content are built and released and when they are made accessible can itself be a form of societal discrimination, as some people have access to the technologies and content while others do not until a later date. Furthermore, remediating a technology after-the-fact tends to cost more than accessibility built-in from the start, which unfortunately leads to the misperception that accessibility is expensive. While disability rights advocates often call for digital technologies and content to be built using a born-accessible approach, the research literature in HCI and UX does not define the details for a born-accessible model. This presentation will report on work being done by the Maryland Initiative for Digital Accessibility (MIDA) at the University of Maryland, in collaboration with partners Adobe and the U.S. Access Board, to help define methods, tools, and policies for the born-accessible design approach. The presentation will include information on methods for involving disability rights groups into the born-accessible design process, the shifting power dynamics that occur in born-accessible design, mockups of interface features that support born-accessible design, and three examples where born-accessible concepts have been incorporated into U.S. State and Federal policies. Bio: Jonathan Lazar, PhD, LLM is a professor in the College of Information at the University of Maryland, where he is the executive director of the Maryland Initiative for Digital Accessibility (MIDA), and is a faculty member in the Human- Computer Interaction Lab (HCIL). Dr. Lazar has over 25 years of experience in research and teaching in human-computer interaction, with a focus on technology accessibility for people with disabilities, user-centered design methods, assistive technologies, and law and public policy related to HCI. Dr. Lazar has authored or edited 17 books, including Research Methods in Human-Computer Interaction (2nd edition, co- authored with Feng and Hochheiser), Ensuring Digital Accessibility Through Process and Policy (co-authored with Goldstein and Taylor), Foundations of Information Law (co-authored with Jaeger, Gorham, and Greene-Taylor), and Accessible Technology and the Developing World (co-edited with Stein). Dr. Lazar has published over 200 refereed articles in journals, conference proceedings, edited books, and magazines, and has received research funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation, the U.S. National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR), Google, and Adobe. At the University of Maryland, he frequently teaches courses on Human-Computer Interaction, Accessibility, User-Centered Design, and Legal Research Methods. He is the recipient of the 2020 ACM SIGACCESS Award for Outstanding Contributions to Computing and Accessibility and the 2016 ACM SIGCHI Social Impact Award, is a member of the ACM SIGCHI Academy, and has served as the general chair of the 2021 ACM ASSETS conference. Best, Dragan Ahmetovic<http://dragan.ahmetovic.it> Associate Professor EveryWare Lab.<http://everywarelab.di.unimi.it> Dept. of Computer Science<http://www.di.unimi.it> Università degli Studi di Milano<https://www.unimi.it>

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Call for participation - MobileHCI 2024

by Ying Ma

Dear Colleagues, We are excited to invite you to MobileHCI 2024, a premier conference organized by the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and its Special Interest Group on Computer-Human Interaction (SIGCHI). MobileHCI, which began in 1998 and has been sponsored by ACM SIGCHI since 2012, offers a unique platform for academics and industry experts to explore the challenges and advancements in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) with a focus on mobile systems and services. This year’s conference will be held in Melbourne, Australia, marking the first time MobileHCI is hosted in Australia, from September 30 to October 3, 2024. https://mobilehci.acm.org/2024/ MobileHCI 2024 will feature a diverse program including keynote talks, paper sessions, posters/demos, student design competitions, industry perspectives, and three workshops. The theme for this year’s conference is Connecting Cultures. Australia, as a unique cultural hub, bridges ancient wisdom with modern technological advancements. With over 50,000 years of custodianship of these lands, the integration of ancient knowledge into contemporary solutions is increasingly relevant in addressing today’s challenges. MobileHCI is renowned for its intellectually stimulating environment. It provides an excellent opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions, share insights, and gain valuable knowledge. Attendees will also benefit from the chance to collaborate with industry professionals and academic researchers, fostering the cross-pollination of ideas and exploring real-world challenges and solutions. Below are some highlights of the conference: Keynote Speakers: - Professor Genevieve Bell, Vice-Chancellor and President, ANU Keynote Title: Messages Passed Through - Professor Thad Starner, Georgia Tech Keynote Title: Mobile Sign Language Recognition: Creating Useful and Usable Interfaces for the Deaf - Professor Dr. Paul Lukowicz, DFKI Kaiserslautern Keynote Title: Generative AI for Seamless Any Time Any Place Wearable Interaction https://mobilehci.acm.org/2024/keynotes.php Paper Sessions: 1. Privacy in the Virtual and Physical World 2. Health and Exercise 3. Accessibility and Support 4. Digital Well-Being 5. User Perceptions and Attention 6. Supporting Navigation 7. Mobile Input Methods 8. Augmented and Virtual Reality https://mobilehci.acm.org/2024/program.php Workshops: 1. Affective Computing for Mobile Technologies <https://acimt.github.io/> 2. mobiCHAI - 1st International Workshop on Mobile Cognition-Altering Technologies (CAT) using Human-Centered AI <https://ai-enhanced-cognition.com/mobichai/> 3. Designing Age-Inclusive Interfaces: Emerging Mobile, Conversational, and Generative AI to Support Interactions across the Life Spa <http://www.speech-interaction.org/MobileHCI2024-OA/> We look forward to your participation in these engaging and innovative sessions. Attendees can register to attend MobileHCI 2024 using the following link: https://cvent.me/P2N3Le. Best regards, Tilman Dingler & Flora Salim | General Chairs, MobileHCI 2024 Ying Ma | Social Media Chair, MobileHCI 2024

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20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) : Second Call for Contributions

by Announce

*** Second Call for Contributions *** 20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) May 5-7, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://2025.persuasivetech.org (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) In a world in which technology is increasingly present in people’s lives, and changing human behavior and attitudes is often the key to solving many societal and personal problems, studying how technology might be used to influence humans (in their behavior, attitudes and information processing), is paramount. Persuasive Technology is a vibrant interdisciplinary research field, focusing on the design, development and evaluation of interactive technologies aimed at influencing people’s attitudes and/or behaviors through persuasion, but not through coercion or deception. The research community aims at enriching people’s lives in various domains such as health and sustainability by supporting people in setting and achieving their own goals, thus helping them change their behavior. The 2025 conference will be hosted in Limassol, Cyprus at the 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina. The previous successful conferences have been organized in Wollongong, Limassol, Eindhoven, Stanford, Oulu, Claremont, Copenhagen, Columbus, Linköping, Sydney, Padua, Chicago, Salzburg, Amsterdam, and Waterloo. The conference series seeks to bring together researchers and practitioners from industry and academia working with various topics of persuasive technology. We welcome the following categories of papers and extended abstracts: • Technical papers that introduce novel persuasive technology approaches and solutions alongside evidence of their potential. • Empirical studies which seek to provide evidence and explanation of methods, principles and theories in persuasive systems. • Conceptual-theoretical papers which primarily seek to contribute to the general understanding of the field’s core themes and specificities. • Other papers, e.g. literature reviews or experience reports. SCOPE The scope of the conference includes (but is not limited to) the following topics: • Persuasive systems’ design • Behavior change support systems • Interaction with persuasive systems, interfaces, visualization • Interactive agents in persuasive systems • (Generative) AI for persuasive technology • Tailored and personalized persuasion • Gamification for persuasion • Evaluation and validation of persuasive applications • Fitting methods for development, evaluation and implementation of persuasive systems • Optimizing engagement with persuasive systems • Software architectures and technical infrastructures for persuasive systems • Smart environments, e.g. IoT, and persuasion • Digital Marketing, eCommerce, eTourism and SMART ecosystems • Motivational, cognitive and perceptual factors in persuasive technology • Application domains for persuasive technologies such as safety, healthy living, sustainable behaviors, learning and training, marketing and commerce, work environments, organizations • Positive technology • Humanizing and/or dehumanizing effects of persuasive technology • Values and ethics in persuasive technology • Privacy, perceived security and trust in persuasive technology • Resilience and counter-persuasion • Detecting persuasive strategies in social media posts • Encouraging adherence to safety measures in pandemic situations Questions that we hope to be addressed include, but are not limited to: • How to recognize and demonstrate the real life effects of persuasive technology on people’s attitudes and behaviours? • How to conduct studies that not just show their effectiveness but are also able to explain in more detail why a design or intervention works? • How to design an evaluation study so that it yields insights that are applicable to other designs or interventions? • How theoretical insight can help improve application and/or intervention planning and design? • How can design and intervention studies improve theory? SUBMISSION TYPES Regular Papers This format is suitable for original research, which is completed work at the time of submission and, regardless of the length of the paper, is a self-sufficient scientific contribution. Papers can be full papers (12 pages, excluding references) or short papers (6 pages, excluding references) in Springer LNCS format, and describe work not presented, published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere. Accepted papers will be included in the Springer LNCS conference proceedings and be devoted a timeslot for oral presentation. Selected papers will be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal (Taylor & Francis). Extended Abstracts We also welcome extended abstract submissions to showcase the results of already conducted studies where authors do not wish to publish them as regular papers in the conference proceedings but rather present them at the conference for discussions that can shape the final version (that may be submitted elsewhere later). The studies will be also be devoted a timeslot for oral presentation in a special session. Extended abstracts must not be more than 2 pages in CEUR format (including references). Accepted abstracts will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings, 1 column style, see here). Selected papers in this category, based on their quality, level of timeliness and relevance, and completion, will also be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal. Poster Presentations This format is suitable for descriptions of smaller studies, project outlines, literature reviews or work-in-progress. Authors should submit a 2-page abstract in CEUR format (1 column style). Accepted posters will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings). Posters will be displayed and presented during a dedicated session of the conference. Demonstrations and Artefacts The Persuasive 2025 track on Demonstrations and Artefact is intended to foster discussion and exchange of ideas among researchers and practitioners from academia and industry by demonstrating or presenting hardware and software products or artefacts, including those in virtual settings (e.g., simulation systems, VR, and games), that range from early research prototypes to mature production-ready systems. The contribution should be the result of original, innovative work, including solving novel technical or research problems, and/or creating novel individual or industrial UI/UX. Accepted demonstrations or presentations shall be presented live during the conference. Doctoral Consortium Papers The Doctoral Consortium is a special session of the conference where PhD students can receive advice in a constructive atmosphere. Students present and discuss their research with other PhD students and a panel of established researchers in the area of persuasive technology. Students interested in participating in the Doctoral Consortium should submit a 4-page abstract in CEUR format (1 column style) describing their research question, its position with respect to the state of the art, their research plans and methodology, ideas, and results achieved so far. Accepted abstracts will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings) unless opted out by the student. Workshops and Tutorial Proposals Workshops are meant to gather a number of people to work interactively on an emerging topic and exchange ideas. Tutorials are intended to help people attending the conference organize a related scientific meeting on a specific topic or instruct on a specific practice. Approved workshops and tutorials will be announced on the conference website. Tutorials and workshops will take place during a half- or full-day session before the conference. If you want to organize a workshop, please submit a proposal as a maximum 4-page description in Springer LNCS format (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings- guidelines), including a description of the topic, motivation, organization (including the list of organizing members, how the organizers will form a program committee, duration of the workshop and mode of delivery: in-person/hybrid), expected outcome, and supporting materials (if applicable). Workshop and tutorial descriptions will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings) https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html. Workshop organisers must commit to creating their Call for Papers and their website within one week of the notification. Please email your proposal by December 01, 2024, to the workshop chairs: Wenzhen Xu (wenzhen.xu(a)r.hit-u.ac.jp), Rhoda Abadia (Rhoda.Abadia(a)unisa.edu.au), and Kaoru Sumi (kaoru.sumi(a)acm.org). The organizing committee will review the proposals and communicate the results by December 15, 2024. IMPORTANT DATES Paper submission: • Submission deadline: January 03, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: February 15, 2025 • Camera ready submission: February 28, 2025 Workshop and tutorial proposals: • Submission deadline: December 1, 2024 (AoE) • Decision notification: December 15, 2024 Workshop papers, posters, demos, artefacts, and doctoral consortium submission: • Submission deadline: March 1, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: March 15, 2025 • Camera ready: March 28, 2025 Registration: • Author registration deadline for the main track: February 28, 2025 • Author registration deadline for the rest of the categories: March 28, 2025 • Early bird registration: April 5, 2025 PUBLICATION Accepted papers of the main track (both Full and Short) will be published by Springer in a volume of the Lecture Notes in Computer Science series (https://www.springer.com/gp/ computer-science/lncs). Workshop and demo descriptions, extended abstracts , abstracts from posters, and doctoral consortium abstracts will be published as an adjunct CEUR proceedings. Extended versions of the best papers and selected papers from the conference will be invited to submit to a special issue on Persuasive Technology 2025 in Behaviour and Information Technology, a Taylor & Francis publication. ORGANISATION General Chairs • Evangelos Karapanos, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Chairs • Raian Ali, HBKU, Qatar • Khin Than Win, University of Wollongong, Australia Demo, Poster and Artefacts • Ruben Hgouveia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal • Hanne Spelt, Philips, Netherlands Workshops and Tutorial Chairs • Rhodora Abadia, University of South Australia, Australia • Kaoru Sumi, Future University of Hakodate, Japan • Wenzhen Xu, Hitotsubashi University, Japan Doctoral Consortium Chairs • Sriram Iyengar, University of of Arizona, USA • Roberto Legaspi, KDDI, Japan • Shahla Meedya, Australian Catholic University, Australia Proceedings Chairs • Elena Vlahu-Gjorgievska, University of Wollongong, Australia • Kiemute Oyibo, University of York, Canada Society for Persuasion and Technology Steering Committee • Raian Ali – Chair Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar • Luca Chittaro – General Member Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Lab, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, University of Udine, Italy • Roberto Legaspi – General Member Research Scientist, Collaborative AI Lab, Human-centered AI Laboratories KDDI Research, Inc., Japan • Harri Oinas-Kukkonen – General Member Professor, Information Systems Science and Dean of Graduate School, University of Oulu, Finland • Kiemute Oyibo – General Member Assistant Professor, Interactive Systems Research Group, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, York University, Canada • Khin Than Win – Secretary Professor at the University of Wollongong, Australia

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CFP Track Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT '25) - ACM SAC 2025

by Salvatore Gatto

Track on Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT ‘25) Sicily, Italy, March 31 – April 4, 2025 Part of the 40thACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing (SAC ‘25) https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025> https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/ <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/> Theme and Scope Modern devices and technologies can represent a digital barrier for users with disabilities, but they can be exploited to become enabling tools for them. Accessibility of devices and technologies is a critical topic to allow inclusion of all users, especially due to the European laws that impose accessibility for new products and the definition of an updated version of WCAG (Web Accessibility Guidelines). This track invites scientists, engineers, and decision-makers from government, industry, and academia to present technical papers on their research and development results in areas of accessibility. This track can interest many researchers since it would give the chance to face a wide range of topics, i.e., web or mobile technologies, with different points of view, taking into account specific technological constraints and digital barriers. It is well-known that the so-called “curb cut effect” can be applied to any technological and digital context (in terms of devices, content, and services): technologies that were originally meant to benefit people with disabilities can help any other users. Moreover, the history and the evolution of several technologies have been influenced and/or motivated by the special needs of people with disabilities. We welcome submission on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: * Accessible devices/assistive technologies: assistive technologies refer to all the assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities that enable users to perform tasks they were formerly unable to accomplish. On the one hand, the widespread diffusion of new devices and technologies stimulates researchers to find and apply new solutions to make them accessible to anyone. On the other hand, experiences in accessibility-related fields have been exploited and have provided benefits to users equipped with non-conventional devices when they emerged in the market. * Accessible solutions for e-learning, e-commerce, e-banking, etc: e-services and content often require specific technologies, being bounded by specific constraints when accessed by people with disabilities equipped with assistive technologies. Specific interaction modalities may affect interactive service access, while richness and quantity of content may affect the users’ ability to process information. * Accessible content: e-books, accessible TV, accessible broadcasting, etc. * Accessibility of games. * AI for Accessibility: AI can be exploited both for personalization (i.e., integrating AI-based personalization to support specific and special needs) and “enabler” (i.e., exploiting LLM to support the creation of accessible applications). Submission Guidelines We would like to invite authors to submit papers on research on the Accessibility area, with particular emphasis on assessing the current state of the art and identifying future directions. Original papers addressing any of the listed topics of interest (or related topics) will be considered. Each submitted paper will be fully refereed and undergo a double-blind review process by at least three referees. Accepted papers will be included in the ACM SAC 2025 proceedings and published in the ACM digital library, being indexed by Thomson ISI Web of Knowledge and Scopus. The track accepts full papers (max 8 pages), posters (max 2 pages), and SRC abstracts (max 2 pages). Submissions should be properly anonymized to facilitate blind reviewing. Papers that will receive high reviews (that is acceptable by reviewer standard) but will not be accepted due to space limitations can be invited for poster session. Authors of accepted papers must be prepared to sign a copyright statement and must pay the registration fee and guarantee that their paper will be presented at the conference. No-show of scheduled papers will result in excluding the papers from the ACM Digital Library. See the track website https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025>for more details. Important Dates * September 20, 2024, 11:59 PM (UTC+0.00): Submission of regular papers and SRC research abstracts * October 30, 2024: Notification of papers, posters, and SRC research abstracts * November 29, 2024: Camera-ready copies of accepted papers * December 6, 2024: Authors registration due Organization * Ombretta Gaggi, University of Padua * Silvia Mirri, University of Bologna * Mike Paciello, AudioEye, WebABLE * Catia Prandi, University of Bologna Submission Portal Please submit your contribution through our online submission portal available at https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php>(regular papers) and https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php>(SRC abstracts). Contact us For any inquires regarding the call for papers, please contact gaggi(a)math.unipd.it <mailto:gaggi@math.unipd.it>. We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at the ACM SAC 2025 Conference!

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Call for Papers: IEEE Consumer Communications & Networking Conference 10–13 January 2025 - Track 2 – Networking Solutions for Social Applications, Multimedia, and Games [FIRM DEADLINE]

by Salvatore Gatto

Call for Papers Extended and Firm Deadline: August 31, 2024 Track 2 – Networking Solutions for Social Applications, Multimedia, and Games Track Chairs: Ombretta Gaggi, University of Padua, Italy (email: gaggi(a)math.unipd.it <mailto:gaggi@math.unipd.it>) Manuela Montangero, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy (email: manuela.montangero(a)unimore.it <mailto:manuela.montangero@unimore.it>) IEEE Consumer Communications & Networking Conference 10–13 January 2025 Las Vegas, NV, USA https://ccnc2025.ieee-ccnc.org/authors/call-technical-papers <https://ccnc2025.ieee-ccnc.org/authors/call-technical-papers> IMPORTANT DATES Conference Dates: 10 January - 13 January 2025 Technical Papers due: August 31, 2024 [Extended and Firm Deadline] Acceptance Notification: September 30, 2024 Summit at: https://edas.info/newPaper.php?c=32162&track=123255 Scope and Motivation: Social applications, multimedia, and games play a substantial role in shaping Internet traffic and have emerged as dominant mode of social interaction online. This recent trend has sparked significant research interests, both at the network level and in terms of application and service development. Moreover, with the advent of the metaverse, research focus within these domains has expanded to encompass virtual worlds, immersive experiences, and social interactions in virtual environments. Given their increasing prevalence and interdisciplinary nature, social applications, multimedia, and games have also garnered research attention across diverse fields, including big data analytics, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, data sensing, information security, and privacy protection. Main Topics of Interest: The Networking solutions for social applications, multimedia, and games track seeks original contributions in the following areas, as well as others that are not explicitly listed but are closely related: ● Artificial Intelligence for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Architectures, Platforms, and Protocols. ● Business models for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Communication security for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Data Sensing. ● Distributed games engines. ● Ethical considerations in social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Gamification and game-based learning in applications. ● Human-Computer Interfaces and Human-Machine Interfaces. ● Immersive storytelling and narrative techniques in multimedia and games. ● Knowledge discovery for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Metaverse, virtual worlds, immersive experiences. ● Naming and routing of media streams. ● New paradigms of future communications networks. ● Non-visual Interfaces for accessibility and/or Virtual Reality. ● Novel applications for the social, multimedia, and games scenario. ● Smart moving and smart objects. ● Social computing and collective intelligence. ● Social influence and persuasion in multimedia and games. ● Social interactions in communication networks. ● Recommender algorithms. ● Rumor source localization in large-scale, real-world networking solutions. ● User profiling and behavior analysis. ● User engagement and retention strategies in social applications and games. ● Virtual reality and augmented reality applications.

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Call For Submissions-10th International Conference on Networks & Communications (NWCOM 2024)

by harry theo

10th International Conference on Networks & Communications (NWCOM 2024) October 19 ~ 20, 2024, Sydney, Australia https://csity2024.org/nwcom/index Scope & Topics 10th International Conference on Networks & Communications (NWCOM 2024) will provide an excellent international forum for sharing knowledge and results in theory, methodology and applications of Networks & Communications. The Conference looks for significant contributions to all major fields of the IOT, Networks & Communications in theoretical and practical aspects. Authors are solicited to contribute to the conference by submitting articles that illustrate research results, projects, surveying works and industrial experiences that describe significant advances in the following areas, but are not limited to. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following * 5G/6G Cellular Systems and Heterogeneous Networks * Adhoc and sensor networks * Big data / Cloud computing and Networks * Big Data / IoT Analytics in Networking * Blockchain and Distributed Ledger * Heterogeneous wireless networks * High speed networks * Information / Content Centric Networks (ICN) * Internet and Web applications * Internet of Things (IoT) * Machine Learning and AI in Networking * Measurement & Performance Analysis * Mobile & Broadband Wireless Internet * Mobile Communications and Telematics * Mobile networks & Wireless LAN * Network Architectures * Network Based applications * Network Operations & management * Network Protocols & Wireless Networks * Network Security * Next Generation Internet * Next Generation Web Architectures * Peer to peer and overlay networks * QoS and Resource Management * Recent trends & Developments in Computer Networks * Routing, switching and addressing techniques * SDN/NFV and Network Programmability * Self-Organizing Networks and Networked Systems * Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Virtualization * Ubiquitous networks * Vehicle-to-everything (V2X) and Autonomous cars * Vehicular Networks & Intelligent Transportation * VR/AR Streaming * Wireless communications * Wireless Multimedia systems Paper Submission Authors are invited to submit papers through the conference Submission System<https://csity2024.org/submission/index.php> by August 10, 2024. Submissions must be original and should not have been published previously or be under consideration for publication while being evaluated for this conference. The proceedings of the conference will be published by Computer Science Conference Proceedings<https://csitcp.com/> in Computer Science & Information Technology (CS & IT)<https://csitcp.com/> series (Confirmed). Selected papers from NWCOM 2024, after further revisions, will be published in the special issue of the following journals. * International Journal of Computer Networks & Communications (IJCNC)<https://airccse.org/journal/ijcnc.html>-ERA, Scopus, WJCI Indexed * International Journal of Network Security & Its Applications (IJNSA)<https://airccse.org/journal/ijnsa.html> <https://airccse.org/journal/ijnsa.html> - ERA, WJCI Indexed * International Journal of Wireless & Mobile Networks (IJWMN)<https://airccse.org/journal/ijwmn.html>-ERA, WJCI Indexed * International Journal of Web & Semantic Technology (IJWesT)<https://airccse.org/journal/ijwest/ijwest.html>-IS Indexed * International Journal of Ubiquitous Computing (IJU)<https://airccse.org/journal/iju/index.html> * Information Technology in Industry (ITII)<https://it-in-industry.com/> Important Dates * Submission Deadline: August 10, 2024 * Authors Notification: August 31, 2024 * Registration & camera - Ready Paper Due: September 07, 2024 Contact Us Here's where you can reach us : nwcom(a)csity2024.org<mailto:nwcom@csity2024.org> (or) nwcomconfe(a)gmail.com<mailto:nwcomconfe@gmail.com> Submission Link: https://csity2024.org/submission/index.php

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CFP: 1st Workshop on Education for Artificial Intelligence (edu4AI)

by Elisa Marengo

*** Apologies for multiple copies *** 1st Workshop on Education for Artificial Intelligence (edu4AI) Co-located with the 23rd International Conference of the Italian Association for Artificial Intelligence (AIxIA 2024) November 25 – November 28, 2024, Bolzano (Italy) https://aixia2024.events.unibz.it/ Workshop website: https://edu4ai.di.unito.it/ *********************** Abstract *********************** The goal of this workshop is to establish a forum for researchers and professionals interested in understanding, envisioning, and discussing the challenges and opportunities of AI awareness by promoting education for Artificial Intelligence, promoting aspects such as methodologies, educational pathways, and AI literacy. Conference proceedings will be published on CEUR in the AI*IA series *********************** Important Dates *********************** Paper submission deadline: September, 10th Notifications of paper acceptance: October, 6th Camera-ready version deadline: October, 20th Workshop (at AI*IA 2024): November 26-28th, 2024 *********************** Topics of interest *********************** Topic of interest include (but are not limited to) Challenges and Opportunities in Education for AI Leveraging online platforms for widespread AI Education Innovative Education Techniques and methodologies to support AI Education Hands-on research initiatives to support AI awareness and comprehension Program development for Educators Resources and techniques to explain AI in simple terms AI Literacy kits and educational games Educational tools and resources for correcting AI misconceptions Case studies on AI Literacy courses for elderly people Domain-specific threats due to AI biases and educational solutions to overcome them Education on AI-Ethical aspects Training programs to convey AI awareness Teaching Methodologies Experimentations and reports on the practical applications of the above topics in domain-specific contexts are welcomed (such as in healthcare, K-12 and higher education systems, finance, Lifelong Learning, Adult Education, and such like). *********************** Submissions *********************** All papers will be peer-reviewed by at least two members of the program committee and evaluated on the basis of relevance, originality, significance, soundness, and clarity. Papers should be formatted according to the CEUR-WS's single-column style (http://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html). We welcome three categories of paper submission Full papers (8-10 pages) Short papers (6 pages) -- Suitable for work in progress, software prototypes, doctoral theses extended abstracts Project papers (6 pages) excluding references -- General overviews of research projects *********************** Organisation Chairs *********************** - Elisa Marengo - University of Torino, Italy email: elisa.marengo(a)unito.it - Michela Ponticorvo - University “Federico II” of Napoli, Italy email: michela.ponticorvo(a)unina.it - Manuel Striani - University of Piemonte Orientale, Italy email: manuel.striani(a)uniupo.it

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Call for papers for Intelligent User Interfaces 2025 (ACM IUI’25)

by Eleonora Zedda

Wewelcome youto submityourhigh-qualitywork to IUI’25 thatwilltake place in Cagliari, Italy, on March 24-27, 2025! Importantdates: Abstract submissiondeadline: October2nd, 2024 Paper submissiondeadline: October9th, 2024 Pleasevisitthe website for more information: https://iui.acm.org/2025/ <https://iui.acm.org/2025/> The ACM Conference on IntelligentUser Interfaces(ACM IUI) isthe annualpremiere venuewhereresearchersand practitionersmeetand discussstate-of-the-art advancesatthe intersectionof ArtificialIntelligence (AI) and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). Ideal IUI submissionsshouldaddresspracticalHCI challenges usingmachine intelligence and discussbothcomputationaland human-centricaspectsof suchmethodologies, techniques and systems. Contributionsare welcome from allrelevantarenas, includingacademia, industry, government, and non-profit organizations. Westronglybelievethatdiverse insights are criticalto the vitalityof the IUI community and the conference willacceptpapers for bothlong and short oralpresentations. Contributionsto IUI are expectedto be supportedby rigorousevidenceappropriate to the claims(e.g., user study, system evaluation, computationalanalysis). IUI topicsof interestinclude, butare notlimited to: Human-centeredAI methods, approaches, and systems * ExplainableAI methods * Democratizationof AI * Persuasive technologiesin IUI * Privacy and security of IUI * Recommendationsin IUI * Knowledge-basedapproachesto user interfacedesign and generation * User modellingfor intelligentinterfaces * User-adaptiveinteraction and personalization * IUI for crowdcomputing and human computation * Human control in dailyautomations Computationalinnovation * Interactive machine learning * Human-in-the loop AI testing and debugging * Human-centeredrecommendationand recommendersystems * Generative models * Human-in-the-loop reinforcementlearning * Intelligentuser interfacesfor generative AI Innovative User Interfaces * Affectiveinterfaces * Intelligentaestheticinterfaces * Intelligentcollaborative interfaces * IntelligentAR/VR interfaces * Intelligentvisualizationand visual analytics * Intelligentwearable and mobile interfaces * Intelligenttangibleinterfaces * Intelligentconversationalinterfaces IntelligentMultimodalSystems * Embodiedagents * MultimodalAI assistants * Intelligentmultimodalinterfaces * Evaluationsof IntelligentUser Interfaces * User experimentsand studies * Reproducibility(includingbenchmarks, datasets, and challenges) * Meta-analysis * Mixed-methodsevaluations IntelligentApplications * Educationand learning-relatedtechnologies * Healthcare and wellbeing * Automotive * Assistive technologies * Entertainment * Workplacehappiness * Social media * Information retrieval * Internet of things(IoT) * Smart homes * Generative AI Large Language Models * End-user interaction with LLMsand Multimodalmodels (e.g., chatbots, image generation) * LLMsin the workplace * TrustworthyLLMs * Biasin LLMs * The effectsof LLMsuse on creative tasks * Personalizeduser interaction with LLMs * Prompt Engineering * User control and steering of LLMs(e.g. RLHF) Lookingforwardto yoursubmissions! IUI’25 Technical ProgrammeChairs Luis Leiva, Davide Spano, KatrienVerbert program2025(a)iui.acm.org <mailto:program2025@iui.acm.org> IUI’25 General Chairs Toby Li, Fabio Paterno, KaisaVäänänen chairs2025(a)iui.acm.org <mailto:chairs2025@iui.acm.org>

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[CFP] Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems - Special issue of IxD&A

by Chiara Ceccarini

Call for Papers – Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems Special issue of Interaction Design & Architecture(s) Journal (IxD&A) https://ixdea.org/digital-wellbeing-for-teens-designing-educational-systems/ ———— Overview Recently, researchers have been exploring the unexpected issues arising from the excessive use of personal devices and social media apps, particularly as companies adopt “attention-capture” tactics like guilty-pleasure recommendations and automatic content playback. These strategies exploit users’ psychological vulnerabilities to increase advertising revenue, resulting in significant impacts on users’ perceived agency and often leading to a sense of losing control over their technology use. This has led to the emergence of a new focus on “digital wellbeing,” studied in fields such as Human Computer Interaction and psychology. Traditional approaches by practitioners and researchers to tackle these issues involve developing Digital Self-Control Tools (DSCTs), such as mobile apps and browser extensions, that help users track their usage patterns and implement interventions like timers and lock-out mechanisms to regulate device use. However, both researchers and users are beginning to emphasize that achieving digital wellbeing requires more than just self-monitoring strategies; it is a journey of personal growth that necessitates education. Topics of Interest The goal of this special issue is to discuss ongoing research and ideas at the intersection of digital wellbeing and education. It aims to foster the development of strategies and interactive tools that mentor users, especially children and teenagers, towards a more meaningful and conscious use of technology. This can be accomplished in various ways, such as by designing new Digital Self-Control Tools with educational components, developing serious games, or creating collaborative platforms to introduce and support digital wellbeing learning in schools. Topics of interest include, but not limited to: • participatory and co-design of digital wellbeing systems; • tools and strategies to teach digital wellbeing at school; • strategies and tools for measuring students’ digital wellbeing; • novel DSCTs that include educational aspects; • gamification strategies for digital wellbeing; • ethical, social, and political factors. Submission All submissions must be original and may not be under review by another publication. The manuscripts should be submitted anonymized either in .doc or in .pdf format. All papers will be blindly peer-reviewed by at least two reviewers. Prospective participants are invited to submit an 8-20 pages paper (including authors’ information, abstract, all tables, figures, references, etc.). Important dates Deadline: October 15th, 2024 Notification to the authors: January 15th, 2025 Camera ready paper: February 15th, 2025 Publication of the special issue: March 2025 (tentatively) Guest Editors Chiara Ceccarini, University of Bologna (Italy) Catia Prandi, University of Bologna (Italy) Alberto Monge Roffarello, Politecnico di Torino (Italy) Luigi De Russis, Politecnico di Torino (Italy) _________________________________________ Chiara Ceccarini, PhD. Junior Assistant Professor (RTD-A) Department of Computer Science and Engineering University of Bologna

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CFP Track Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT '25) - ACM SAC 2025

by Salvatore Gatto

Track on Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT ‘25) Sicily, Italy, March 31 – April 4, 2025 Part of the 40thACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing (SAC ‘25) https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025> https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/ <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/> Theme and Scope Modern devices and technologies can represent a digital barrier for users with disabilities, but they can be exploited to become enabling tools for them. Accessibility of devices and technologies is a critical topic to allow inclusion of all users, especially due to the European laws that impose accessibility for new products and the definition of an updated version of WCAG (Web Accessibility Guidelines). This track invites scientists, engineers, and decision-makers from government, industry, and academia to present technical papers on their research and development results in areas of accessibility. This track can interest many researchers since it would give the chance to face a wide range of topics, i.e., web or mobile technologies, with different points of view, taking into account specific technological constraints and digital barriers. It is well-known that the so-called “curb cut effect” can be applied to any technological and digital context (in terms of devices, content, and services): technologies that were originally meant to benefit people with disabilities can help any other users. Moreover, the history and the evolution of several technologies have been influenced and/or motivated by the special needs of people with disabilities. We welcome submission on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: * Accessible devices/assistive technologies: assistive technologies refer to all the assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities that enable users to perform tasks they were formerly unable to accomplish. On the one hand, the widespread diffusion of new devices and technologies stimulates researchers to find and apply new solutions to make them accessible to anyone. On the other hand, experiences in accessibility-related fields have been exploited and have provided benefits to users equipped with non-conventional devices when they emerged in the market. * Accessible solutions for e-learning, e-commerce, e-banking, etc: e-services and content often require specific technologies, being bounded by specific constraints when accessed by people with disabilities equipped with assistive technologies. Specific interaction modalities may affect interactive service access, while richness and quantity of content may affect the users’ ability to process information. * Accessible content: e-books, accessible TV, accessible broadcasting, etc. * Accessibility of games. * AI for Accessibility: AI can be exploited both for personalization (i.e., integrating AI-based personalization to support specific and special needs) and “enabler” (i.e., exploiting LLM to support the creation of accessible applications). Submission Guidelines We would like to invite authors to submit papers on research on the Accessibility area, with particular emphasis on assessing the current state of the art and identifying future directions. Original papers addressing any of the listed topics of interest (or related topics) will be considered. Each submitted paper will be fully refereed and undergo a double-blind review process by at least three referees. Accepted papers will be included in the ACM SAC 2025 proceedings and published in the ACM digital library, being indexed by Thomson ISI Web of Knowledge and Scopus. The track accepts full papers (max 8 pages), posters (max 2 pages), and SRC abstracts (max 2 pages). Submissions should be properly anonymized to facilitate blind reviewing. Papers that will receive high reviews (that is acceptable by reviewer standard) but will not be accepted due to space limitations can be invited for poster session. Authors of accepted papers must be prepared to sign a copyright statement and must pay the registration fee and guarantee that their paper will be presented at the conference. No-show of scheduled papers will result in excluding the papers from the ACM Digital Library. See the track website https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025>for more details. Important Dates * September 20, 2024, 11:59 PM (UTC+0.00): Submission of regular papers and SRC research abstracts * October 30, 2024: Notification of papers, posters, and SRC research abstracts * November 29, 2024: Camera-ready copies of accepted papers * December 6, 2024: Authors registration due Organization * Ombretta Gaggi, University of Padua * Silvia Mirri, University of Bologna * Mike Paciello, AudioEye, WebABLE * Catia Prandi, University of Bologna Submission Portal Please submit your contribution through our online submission portal available at https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php>(regular papers) and https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php>(SRC abstracts). Contact us For any inquires regarding the call for papers, please contact gaggi(a)math.unipd.it <mailto:gaggi@math.unipd.it>. We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at the ACM SAC 2025 Conference!

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Call for Papers: IEEE Consumer Communications & Networking Conference 10–13 January 2025 - Track 2 – Networking Solutions for Social Applications, Multimedia, and Games

by Salvatore Gatto

Call for Papers Deadline extension: August 1, 2024 Track 2 – Networking Solutions for Social Applications, Multimedia, and Games Track Chairs: Ombretta Gaggi, University of Padua, Italy (email: gaggi(a)math.unipd.it <mailto:gaggi@math.unipd.it>) Manuela Montangero, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy (email: manuela.montangero(a)unimore.it <mailto:manuela.montangero@unimore.it>) IEEE Consumer Communications & Networking Conference 10–13 January 2025 Las Vegas, NV, USA https://ccnc2025.ieee-ccnc.org/authors/call-technical-papers <https://ccnc2025.ieee-ccnc.org/authors/call-technical-papers> IMPORTANT DATES Conference Dates: 10 January - 13 January 2025 Technical Papers due: August 1, 2024 Acceptance Notification: August 31, 2024 Summit at: https://edas.info/newPaper.php?c=32162&track=123255 Scope and Motivation: Social applications, multimedia, and games play a substantial role in shaping Internet traffic and have emerged as dominant mode of social interaction online. This recent trend has sparked significant research interests, both at the network level and in terms of application and service development. Moreover, with the advent of the metaverse, research focus within these domains has expanded to encompass virtual worlds, immersive experiences, and social interactions in virtual environments. Given their increasing prevalence and interdisciplinary nature, social applications, multimedia, and games have also garnered research attention across diverse fields, including big data analytics, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, data sensing, information security, and privacy protection. Main Topics of Interest: The Networking solutions for social applications, multimedia, and games track seeks original contributions in the following areas, as well as others that are not explicitly listed but are closely related: ● Artificial Intelligence for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Architectures, Platforms, and Protocols. ● Business models for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Communication security for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Data Sensing. ● Distributed games engines. ● Ethical considerations in social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Gamification and game-based learning in applications. ● Human-Computer Interfaces and Human-Machine Interfaces. ● Immersive storytelling and narrative techniques in multimedia and games. ● Knowledge discovery for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Metaverse, virtual worlds, immersive experiences. ● Naming and routing of media streams. ● New paradigms of future communications networks. ● Non-visual Interfaces for accessibility and/or Virtual Reality. ● Novel applications for the social, multimedia, and games scenario. ● Smart moving and smart objects. ● Social computing and collective intelligence. ● Social influence and persuasion in multimedia and games. ● Social interactions in communication networks. ● Recommender algorithms. ● Rumor source localization in large-scale, real-world networking solutions. ● User profiling and behavior analysis. ● User engagement and retention strategies in social applications and games. ● Virtual reality and augmented reality applications.

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20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) : First Call for Contributions

by Announce

*** First Call for Contributions *** 20th International Conference on Persuasive Technology (PERSUASIVE 2025) May 5-7, 2025, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://2025.persuasivetech.org (*** Proceedings to be published by Springer in LNCS ***) In a world in which technology is increasingly present in people’s lives, and changing human behavior and attitudes is often the key to solving many societal and personal problems, studying how technology might be used to influence humans (in their behavior, attitudes and information processing), is paramount. Persuasive Technology is a vibrant interdisciplinary research field, focusing on the design, development and evaluation of interactive technologies aimed at influencing people’s attitudes and/or behaviors through persuasion, but not through coercion or deception. The research community aims at enriching people’s lives in various domains such as health and sustainability by supporting people in setting and achieving their own goals, thus helping them change their behavior. The 2025 conference will be hosted in Limassol, Cyprus at the 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina. The previous successful conferences have been organized in Wollongong, Limassol, Eindhoven, Stanford, Oulu, Claremont, Copenhagen, Columbus, Linköping, Sydney, Padua, Chicago, Salzburg, Amsterdam, and Waterloo. The conference series seeks to bring together researchers and practitioners from industry and academia working with various topics of persuasive technology. We welcome the following categories of papers and extended abstracts: • Technical papers that introduce novel persuasive technology approaches and solutions alongside evidence of their potential. • Empirical studies which seek to provide evidence and explanation of methods, principles and theories in persuasive systems. • Conceptual-theoretical papers which primarily seek to contribute to the general understanding of the field’s core themes and specificities. • Other papers, e.g. literature reviews or experience reports. SCOPE The scope of the conference includes (but is not limited to) the following topics: • Persuasive systems’ design • Behavior change support systems • Interaction with persuasive systems, interfaces, visualization • Interactive agents in persuasive systems • (Generative) AI for persuasive technology • Tailored and personalized persuasion • Gamification for persuasion • Evaluation and validation of persuasive applications • Fitting methods for development, evaluation and implementation of persuasive systems • Optimizing engagement with persuasive systems • Software architectures and technical infrastructures for persuasive systems • Smart environments, e.g. IoT, and persuasion • Digital Marketing, eCommerce, eTourism and SMART ecosystems • Motivational, cognitive and perceptual factors in persuasive technology • Application domains for persuasive technologies such as safety, healthy living, sustainable behaviors, learning and training, marketing and commerce, work environments, organizations • Positive technology • Humanizing and/or dehumanizing effects of persuasive technology • Values and ethics in persuasive technology • Privacy, perceived security and trust in persuasive technology • Resilience and counter-persuasion • Detecting persuasive strategies in social media posts • Encouraging adherence to safety measures in pandemic situations Questions that we hope to be addressed include, but are not limited to: • How to recognize and demonstrate the real life effects of persuasive technology on people’s attitudes and behaviours? • How to conduct studies that not just show their effectiveness but are also able to explain in more detail why a design or intervention works? • How to design an evaluation study so that it yields insights that are applicable to other designs or interventions? • How theoretical insight can help improve application and/or intervention planning and design? • How can design and intervention studies improve theory? SUBMISSION TYPES Regular Papers This format is suitable for original research, which is completed work at the time of submission and, regardless of the length of the paper, is a self-sufficient scientific contribution. Papers can be full papers (12 pages, excluding references) or short papers (6 pages, excluding references) in Springer LNCS format, and describe work not presented, published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere. Accepted papers will be included in the Springer LNCS conference proceedings and be devoted a timeslot for oral presentation. Selected papers will be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal (Taylor & Francis). Extended Abstracts We also welcome extended abstract submissions to showcase the results of already conducted studies where authors do not wish to publish them as regular papers in the conference proceedings but rather present them at the conference for discussions that can shape the final version (that may be submitted elsewhere later). The studies will be also be devoted a timeslot for oral presentation in a special session. Extended abstracts must not be more than 2 pages in CEUR format (including references). Accepted abstracts will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings, 1 column style, see here). Selected papers in this category, based on their quality, level of timeliness and relevance, and completion, will also be invited for submission to Behaviour & Information Technology journal. Poster Presentations This format is suitable for descriptions of smaller studies, project outlines, literature reviews or work-in-progress. Authors should submit a 2-page abstract in CEUR format (1 column style). Accepted posters will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings). Posters will be displayed and presented during a dedicated session of the conference. Demonstrations and Artefacts The Persuasive 2025 track on Demonstrations and Artefact is intended to foster discussion and exchange of ideas among researchers and practitioners from academia and industry by demonstrating or presenting hardware and software products or artefacts, including those in virtual settings (e.g., simulation systems, VR, and games), that range from early research prototypes to mature production-ready systems. The contribution should be the result of original, innovative work, including solving novel technical or research problems, and/or creating novel individual or industrial UI/UX. Accepted demonstrations or presentations shall be presented live during the conference. Doctoral Consortium Papers The Doctoral Consortium is a special session of the conference where PhD students can receive advice in a constructive atmosphere. Students present and discuss their research with other PhD students and a panel of established researchers in the area of persuasive technology. Students interested in participating in the Doctoral Consortium should submit a 4-page abstract in CEUR format (1 column style) describing their research question, its position with respect to the state of the art, their research plans and methodology, ideas, and results achieved so far. Accepted abstracts will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings) unless opted out by the student. Workshops and Tutorial Proposals Workshops are meant to gather a number of people to work interactively on an emerging topic and exchange ideas. Tutorials are intended to help people attending the conference organize a related scientific meeting on a specific topic or instruct on a specific practice. Approved workshops and tutorials will be announced on the conference website. Tutorials and workshops will take place during a half- or full-day session before the conference. If you want to organize a workshop, please submit a proposal as a maximum 4-page description in Springer LNCS format (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings- guidelines), including a description of the topic, motivation, organization (including the list of organizing members, how the organizers will form a program committee, duration of the workshop and mode of delivery: in-person/hybrid), expected outcome, and supporting materials (if applicable). Workshop and tutorial descriptions will be included in the adjunct conference proceedings (CEUR Workshop Proceedings) https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html. Workshop organisers must commit to creating their Call for Papers and their website within one week of the notification. Please email your proposal by December 01, 2024, to the workshop chairs: Wenzhen Xu (wenzhen.xu(a)r.hit-u.ac.jp), Rhoda Abadia (Rhoda.Abadia(a)unisa.edu.au), and Kaoru Sumi (kaoru.sumi(a)acm.org). The organizing committee will review the proposals and communicate the results by December 15, 2024. IMPORTANT DATES Paper submission: • Submission deadline: January 03, 2024 (AoE) • Decision notification: February 15, 2025 • Camera ready submission: February 28, 2025 Workshop and tutorial proposals: • Submission deadline: December 1, 2024 (AoE) • Decision notification: December 15, 2024 Workshop papers, posters, demos, artefacts, and doctoral consortium submission: • Submission deadline: March 1, 2025 (AoE) • Decision notification: March 15, 2025 • Camera ready: March 28, 2025 Registration: • Author registration deadline for the main track: February 28, 2025 • Author registration deadline for the rest of the categories: March 28, 2025 • Early bird registration: April 5, 2025 PUBLICATION Accepted papers of the main track (both Full and Short) will be published by Springer in a volume of the Lecture Notes in Computer Science series (https://www.springer.com/gp/ computer-science/lncs). Workshop and demo descriptions, extended abstracts , abstracts from posters, and doctoral consortium abstracts will be published as an adjunct CEUR proceedings. Extended versions of the best papers and selected papers from the conference will be invited to submit to a special issue on Persuasive Technology 2025 in Behaviour and Information Technology, a Taylor & Francis publication. ORGANISATION General Chairs • Evangelos Karapanos, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Chairs • Raian Ali, HBKU, Qatar • Khin Than Win, University of Wollongong, Australia Demo, Poster and Artefacts • Ruben Hgouveia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal • Hanne Spelt, Philips, Netherlands Workshops and Tutorial Chairs • Rhodora Abadia, University of South Australia, Australia • Kaoru Sumi, Future University of Hakodate, Japan • Wenzhen Xu, Hitotsubashi University, Japan Doctoral Consortium Chairs • Sriram Iyengar, University of of Arizona, USA • Roberto Legaspi, KDDI, Japan • Shahla Meedya, Australian Catholic University, Australia Proceedings Chairs • Elena Vlahu-Gjorgievska, University of Wollongong, Australia • Kiemute Oyibo, University of York, Canada Society for Persuasion and Technology Steering Committee • Raian Ali – Chair Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar • Luca Chittaro – General Member Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Lab, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, University of Udine, Italy • Roberto Legaspi – General Member Research Scientist, Collaborative AI Lab, Human-centered AI Laboratories KDDI Research, Inc., Japan • Harri Oinas-Kukkonen – General Member Professor, Information Systems Science and Dean of Graduate School, University of Oulu, Finland • Kiemute Oyibo – General Member Assistant Professor, Interactive Systems Research Group, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, York University, Canada • Khin Than Win – Secretary Professor at the University of Wollongong, Australia

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one-year research fellowship on human and artificial trajectories in Milan

by Davide Rocchesso

Applications are invited for a research fellowship (Assegno di Ricerca) on "Multisensory analysis of human and artificial trajectories" at the Music Informatics Laboratory (LIM - https://www.lim.di.unimi.it/) of the Università degli Studi di Milano. The position is funded by the Italian research funding programme PRIN 2022. The successful applicant will be part of the project MAHATMA "Multiscale Analysis of Human and Artificial Trajectories: Models and Applications" (principal investigator: Davide Rocchesso<https://www.unimi.it/it/ugov/person/davide-rocchesso>). The appointment term is one year. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute to experimental research and modeling of multisensory representations of trajectories at different scales in interactive contexts, exploiting the diversity of the senses and of the motor abilities. Details about the position and application are available at: https://www.unimi.it/it/ricerca/ricerca-lastatale/fare-ricerca-da-noi/asseg… Application deadline: August 28, 2024. La Statale per il futuro Salute, transizione digitale, sostenibilità Il tuo 5xmille<https://www.unimi.it/it/ateneo/sostenere-la-statale/cinque-mille> ai nuovi progetti di ricerca dell'Università degli Studi di Milano. Codice fiscale 80012650158

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[CFP] VR Journal Special Issue on Prototyping and Developing Real-World Applications for Extended Reality

by Andrea Bellucci

================ CFP ================ Special Issue on Prototyping and Developing Real-World Applications for Extended Reality The Virtual Reality Journal, published by Springer Nature, announces a call for papers to appear in a special edition that will focus on the transformative impact of Extended Reality (XR), encompassing Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mixed Reality, on real-world applications and end-user development. https://link.springer.com/journal/10055/updates/27263798 ================ GUEST EDITORS ================ - Andrea Bellucci (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid) - Lucio Davide Spano (University of Cagliari) - Nanjia Wang (University of Calgary) - Judith Friedl-Knirsch (University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria) Please direct questions to: andrea.bellucci(a)uc3m.es ================ FOCUS OF THIS CALL ================ We invite submissions of original and mature research papers that explore the potential of Extended Reality (XR) technology in various real-world applications, such as medical training simulations, immersive data visualization, and remote collaboration. This special issue aims to showcase cutting-edge XR applications and to provide empirical evidence supporting their effectiveness in solving real-life tasks. Additionally, we seek contributions that address the open challenges in enabling end users—be they developers, domain experts, or regular users—to create, program, and tailor XR experiences to their specific goals, interests, needs, and abilities. We are particularly interested in rigorous studies that demonstrate the benefits of XR in practical scenarios, alongside innovative applications, tools, approaches, and interfaces that streamline XR development or prototyping, all supported by thorough evaluation. For example, involving the different stakeholders in the configuration, adaptation, and management of the environment. The integration of technologies such as Machine Learning, LLMs and Virtual Agents with XR are expected to be significant emerging themes. The special issue aims to highlight the transition of XR technology from theoretical concepts to practical, impactful applications, emphasizing the significance of end-user development. ================ IMPORTANT DATES ================ - Submission open: October 1st, 2024 - Paper submission deadline: January 31st, 2025 - Anticipated first decision: 2-3 months after submission Earlier submissions are encouraged. Papers will be published as soon as they are accepted. ================ PUBLISHING MODEL ================ Virtual Reality is a fully open-access (OA) journal. All articles will be freely available to readers worldwide, ensuring the widest possible dissemination and reuse. Transforming Virtual Reality to a full OA demonstrates Springer Nature commitment to open research, providing researchers with OA publication venues that enhance their visibility and comply with funder and institutional requirements. See the FAQs for more information: https://link.springer.com/journal/10055/updates/25856886 ================ SUBMISSION GUIDELINES ================ Authors should prepare their manuscript in line with the Virtual Reality Guide to Authors available at https://link.springer.com/journal/10055/submission-guidelines. Authors should submit through the online submission site at https://submission.springernature.com/new-submission/10055/3 and select “Prototyping and Developing Real-World Applications for Extended Reality" when they reach the “Article Type” step in the submission process. Submitted papers should present original, unpublished work, relevant to the topics of the special issue. All submitted papers will be evaluated on the basis of relevance, significance of contribution, technical quality, scholarship, and quality of presentation, by at least three independent reviewers. It is the policy of the journal that no submission, or substantially overlapping submission, be published or be under review at another journal or conference at any time during the review process. Final decisions on all papers are made by the Editor in Chief. On behalf of the guest editors, Andrea Bellucci Associate Professor / Profesor Titular de Universidad Universidad Carlos III de Madrid Computer Science and Engineering Department Office: 2.2.B.15 / +34916245935 / http://dei.inf.uc3m.es/abellucci

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CfP EICS 2025 - First Submission Round

by Carmen Santoro

Call for Papers for the First Submission Round of EICS 2025: The 17th ACM SIGCHI Symposium on Engineering Interactive Computing Systems, June 24-28, 2025 - Trier, Germany https://eics.acm.org/2025/ Submission deadline for the 1st Round of PACM EICS 2025 for Full Papers and Technical Notes: July 26, 2024 EICS 2025 is the seventeenth international ACM SIGCHI conference devoted to engineering interactive computing systems and their user interfaces, addressing one or more software quality factors, such as usability, user experience, reliability, security, etc. Work presented at EICS covers all stages of the engineering life-cycle of interactive systems - inception, requirements, design, specification, coding, data analytics, validation and verification, deployment and maintenance. EICS has the longest tradition of bringing together researchers who contribute to better ways of creating interactive computing systems, stemming from the conference on command languages in the seventies. The conference is best known for rigorously contributing and disseminating research results that hold the midst in between user interface design, software engineering and computational interaction. EICS focuses on models, languages, notations, methods, techniques and tools that support designing, developing, validating and verifying interactive systems. The conference brings together people who study or practice the engineering of interactive systems, drawing from design, HCI, software engineering, requirements engineering, software development, modeling, and programming. Submissions advance the state of the art of the engineering of interactive systems. Topics include, but are not limited to: *Modelling, specification and analysis of interaction and interactive systems *Requirements engineering for interactive systems *Methods, processes, principles and/or tools for building interactive systems (e.g., design, implementation, prototyping, evaluation, verification and validation, testing) *Software architectures for interactive systems *Formal methods within interactive systems engineering *Bridging the gap between engineering and design practices. *Engineering design and evaluation tools *Computational techniques for designing and evaluating interactive systems *Interactive data-driven systems *Explore and/or employ of diverse interaction techniques and devices (e.g., adaptive, context-aware, tangible, haptic, touch and multitouch input, voice, gestures, recognition of physiological signals, multimodal input, mobile and wearable systems, virtual, augmented, mixed and extended reality) *Engineering hardware or software integration in interactive systems (e.g., fabrication and maker processes, physical computing, cyber-physical systems) *Engineering interactive systems for diverse user groups (e.g., children, elderly, people with disabilities,…) *Engineering collaborative multi-user interactive systems *Engineering interactive systems embedding AI-technologies *Engineering interaction-driven AI-technologies *Applying AI technologies in methods, processes and tools for building interactive systems in all stages of the engineering lifecycle A newcomer’s guide to EICS is available at https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/3300960 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ FULL PAPERS and TECHNICAL NOTES SUBMISSIONS EICS Full Papers and Technical Notes are published as articles in the Journal Proceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction (PACM - EICS series). There are three submission deadlines per year, and authors can choose when to submit. Papers follow the traditional journal model of reviewing: papers may be accepted after submission and review, or may be recommended for revisions and re-submission to the next round to enable authors to refine papers based on reviewer recommendations. Submissions for the journal of this venue should present original and mature research work within the scope of the conference. Note that accepted journal papers can be either regular research papers, or technical notes. Technical Notes are shorter, more focused contributions, that focus specifically on system contributions and technical work. Elucidating technical details of complex interactive systems, preferably ensuring the work can be reproduced or put to practice, is a primary objective of a Technical Note. Tech Notes require an illustrative example of the system, and they can, but do not need to, be validated by formal user evaluations or user studies. Validation can also be done through e.g. simulation, feasibility, or comparisons. Tech Notes will be judged on their technical merits and relevance to interactive systems concerns. There are no length restrictions on Full Papers and Technical Notes, nor any limit to the number of references that may be included. We advise authors to ensure the length of their papers is in function of the contributions. Concise and clear is often to be preferred over lengthy and verbose. Full Papers and Technical Notes should be written in the ACM format, see https://www.acm.org/publications/authors/submissions Papers should comply with the ACM policy on Research Involving Human Participants and Subjects, see https://www.acm.org/publications/policies/research-involving-human-particip… Papers are submitted using https://new.precisionconference.com The PACM-EICS deadline for the First Round of Full Papers and Technical Notes submissions is 26 July 2024. Papers are submitted using https://new.precisionconference.com PACM-EICS Full Papers and Technical Notes chairs for EICS 2025 Anke Dittmar and Célia Martinie -- Questa email è stata esaminata alla ricerca di virus dal software antivirus AVG. www.avg.com

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Call for Papers: IEEE Consumer Communications & Networking Conference 10–13 January 2025 - Track 2 – Networking Solutions for Social Applications, Multimedia, and Games

by Salvatore Gatto

Call for Papers Deadline extension: August 1, 2024 Track 2 – Networking Solutions for Social Applications, Multimedia, and Games Track Chairs: Ombretta Gaggi, University of Padua, Italy (email: gaggi(a)math.unipd.it <mailto:gaggi@math.unipd.it>) Manuela Montangero, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy (email: manuela.montangero(a)unimore.it <mailto:manuela.montangero@unimore.it>) IEEE Consumer Communications & Networking Conference 10–13 January 2025 Las Vegas, NV, USA https://ccnc2025.ieee-ccnc.org/authors/call-technical-papers <https://ccnc2025.ieee-ccnc.org/authors/call-technical-papers> IMPORTANT DATES Conference Dates: 10 January - 13 January 2025 Technical Papers due: August 1, 2024 Acceptance Notification: August 31, 2024 Summit at: https://edas.info/newPaper.php?c=32162&track=123255 Scope and Motivation: Social applications, multimedia, and games play a substantial role in shaping Internet traffic and have emerged as dominant mode of social interaction online. This recent trend has sparked significant research interests, both at the network level and in terms of application and service development. Moreover, with the advent of the metaverse, research focus within these domains has expanded to encompass virtual worlds, immersive experiences, and social interactions in virtual environments. Given their increasing prevalence and interdisciplinary nature, social applications, multimedia, and games have also garnered research attention across diverse fields, including big data analytics, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, data sensing, information security, and privacy protection. Main Topics of Interest: The Networking solutions for social applications, multimedia, and games track seeks original contributions in the following areas, as well as others that are not explicitly listed but are closely related: ● Artificial Intelligence for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Architectures, Platforms, and Protocols. ● Business models for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Communication security for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Data Sensing. ● Distributed games engines. ● Ethical considerations in social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Gamification and game-based learning in applications. ● Human-Computer Interfaces and Human-Machine Interfaces. ● Immersive storytelling and narrative techniques in multimedia and games. ● Knowledge discovery for social applications, multimedia, and games. ● Metaverse, virtual worlds, immersive experiences. ● Naming and routing of media streams. ● New paradigms of future communications networks. ● Non-visual Interfaces for accessibility and/or Virtual Reality. ● Novel applications for the social, multimedia, and games scenario. ● Smart moving and smart objects. ● Social computing and collective intelligence. ● Social influence and persuasion in multimedia and games. ● Social interactions in communication networks. ● Recommender algorithms. ● Rumor source localization in large-scale, real-world networking solutions. ● User profiling and behavior analysis. ● User engagement and retention strategies in social applications and games. ● Virtual reality and augmented reality applications.

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VL/HCC+PPIG 2024 - Registration Now Open!

by Dulaji Hidellaarachchi

Dear Colleagues, We are excited to announce that registration for the Visual Languages and Human-Centric Computing Conference (VL/HCC 2024) and The Psychology of Programming Interest Group (PPIG) is now open! *Early Bird Discount:* Register by July 11th to enjoy a 20% discount on your registration fee. *Combo Discount:* Book both VL/HCC24 and PPIG together and receive an additional 25% off! *How to Register*: Visit our Registration Page <https://conf.researchr.org/attending/vlhcc-2024/registration> to secure your spot today. Let's make VLHCC 2024 a memorable event together. We look forward to meeting you all in Liverpool! Best regards, Dulaji Hidellaarachchi Publicity & Social Media Chair VL/HCC’2024 & PPIG 2024 On behalf of VL/HCC & PPIG organising committees [image: Registration Flyer -VLHCC.png] *------* *Dr Dulaji Hidellaarachchi* * | Research Fellow* * | Department of Software Systems and Cybersecurity* * | Faculty of Information Technology* * | Monash University* * | Clayton VIC 3800* * | Australia * E: Dulaji.Hidellaarachchi(a)monash.edu https://dulajih.com <https://www.dulajih.com/>

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2nd CfP: The 6th Workshop on Health Recommender Systems co-located with ACM RecSys 2024

by Helma Torkamaan

** Please forward this to anyone who might be interested ** *Apologies for multiple postings* -------------------------------------------------------------------- CALL FOR PAPERS International Workshop on Health Recommender Systems, *Deadline August 30th, 2024 * to be held in Bari, Italy, co-located with ACM RecSys 2024 (https://recsys.acm.org/) Website: https://healthrecsys.github.io/ -------------------------------------------------------------------- Important Dates: ================ ** August 30th, 2024, Paper submission deadline ** September 13th, 2024, Author notification ** September 20th, 2024, Camera-ready version deadline ** October tba, 2024, HRS Workshop ** 14nd-18th October 2024 RecSys conference Workshop Organizers: ==================== Hanna Hauptmann (University of Utrecht, Netherlands) Christoph Trattner (University of Bergen, Norway) Helma Torkamaan (Delft University of Technology, Netherlands) Objectives & Topics: ==================== Background: The HealthRecSys workshop discussions over the years have spanned a broad spectrum of topics, reflecting the multifaceted nature of health recommender systems and the diverse applications and challenges of recommender systems in the health domain. Previous workshops encouraged discussions of the potential of recommender systems in the health domain, various new applications, associated challenges, and practical solutions for existing systems or scenarios. These discussions have not only introduced new challenges to the recommender system community but have also underscored the critical role of human oversight in ensuring the reliability and safety of health recommendations. The diversity of application domains discussed, from mental health to nutrition, and the variety of stakeholders involved, from patients to healthcare providers, underscore the complexity and importance of this research area. Goals: Our aim with the 6th HealthRecSys is to reignite these conversations and provide a forward-thinking platform that revisits the foundational elements that have contributed to the field's growth. However, the workshop aspires to do more by infusing new perspectives and tackling the most pressing global challenges and technological innovations head-on. The workshop will explore contemporary themes such as the impact of global health crises on recommender systems, the integration of Large Language Models and other generative AI models in health applications, the increasing emphasis on personalized and self-managed care, and the increasing focus on health equity leading to consideration of literacy, accessibility and monetary means when building health recommender systems. These topics not only reflect the current state of the world but also align with the broader shifts towards ethical AI, and the need for systems that can adapt to and address individual health and care needs. Furthermore, HealthRecSys is dedicated to strengthening the network of researchers working on health recommender systems, drawing participants from an array of health and care domains. This effort is aimed at cultivating a cross-disciplinary community that promotes collaboration among recommender systems specialists, healthcare professionals, ethicists, and policymakers, among others. To enhance cross-sector collaboration, the 6th HealthRecSys workshop will encourage joint projects and funding prospects, in addition to promoting the sharing of resources, datasets, and tools among scholars and industry practitioners. The workshop is calling for submissions on a wide array of topics within health recommender systems. This includes systems aimed at health promotion, preventive, curative care, and recommender systems that are health-aware. The scope of topics for the workshop is extensive, covering various aspects within the domain of health recommender systems and health-aware recommender systems, which include, but are not limited to: ** Accessibility, Usability, and Augmented Decision-Making ** Adherence and Patient (User) Compliance ** Algorithms and Recommendation Strategies ** Behavioral Interventions ** Case studies of Health Recommender Systems, Success and Failures and Lesson learned ** Domain Knowledge Representation ** Electronic Health Records Integration ** Empowerment and Autonomy ** Ethics ** Evaluation and Metrics ** Equity ** Explanations and Justifications in Health Recommendations ** From Participatory Design and Co-Creation to HealthRecSys ** Gamification and Serious Games ** Generative AI ** Health-Aware Recommender Systems ** Health and Care Workers and Interactive Intelligent Systems ** Human/Expert-in-the-Loop ** Human-RecSys Collaboration for Personalized Health ** Interfaces, Visual, Context-aware, Conversational, Mobile ** In-the-Wild Personalization ** Longitudinal Studies ** LLM-based recommendations in Health ** Medical Evaluation Techniques ** Mobile Health Recommender Systems ** Multi-objective Challenges ** Multi-stakeholder Challenges ** Patient Needs/Satisfaction ** Personalization ** Persuasion/Nudging/Behavioral Change ** Pervasive Systems ** Privacy and Security ** Research Methods and tools ** Recommendations VS. Not Clinical Decision Supports ** Regulations and Standards ** Self-Care ** Trust and Transparency ** User Interaction Design ** User Profiling and Adaptive Systems ** Value-Driven Design of Health Recommender Systems ** Wearables for Recommender Systems Submissions: ============ We solicit short research papers (4-6 pages) and short position papers (2 pages + references), both in the ACM conference paper style-double-column format. Participants can decide between a research-focused submission and a project-focused submission. Submission category research: innovative research ideas, preliminary findings, or system prototypes that contribute new knowledge to the field Submission category project: presentations on funded research initiatives, collaborations between industry and academia, or partnerships between healthcare entities and research institutions. Submission guidelines: ====================== All submitted papers must: ** be written in English; ** contain author names, affiliations, and email addresses; ** be formatted according to the ACM SIG Proceedings Template -double-column format, with a font size no smaller than 9pt; ** be in PDF (make sure that the PDF can be viewed on any platform), and formatted for US Letter size; Submissions are encouraged to include links or demos as attachments to enhance their presentation. All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure quality and originality. It is imperative that submitted works are not concurrently under review at any other conference, workshop, or journal and contain original, unpublished contributions. Accepted papers will be published according to the ACM RECSYS 2024 WS publication rules, with prior proceedings having been published in CEUR workshop proceedings. A Few Remarks ============= ** The title of the paper, authors, and the author order cannot be changed after the acceptance ** Major changes to the text of the reviewed and accepted papers are not permitted after the review ** At least one of the authors should participate in the workshop, register in the RecSys conference, and personally present the paper in the workshop. Location: ========= RecSys 2024 will be hosted in Bari, Italy, from 14–18 October 2024. Please visit the RecSys 2024 website for more information about this location: https://recsys.acm.org/recsys24/location/ Contact: ======== If you have questions regarding the workshop, do not hesitate to contact the workshop chairs: healthrecsys(a)gmail.com

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REMINDER: Censimento gruppi di ricerca e aggiornamento sito web SIGCHI Italy

by Andrea Antonio CANTONE

Cari tutti, vi ricordo che stiamo conducendo una nuova edizione del censimento dei gruppi di ricerca attivi nell'area Human-Computer Interaction in Italia e dei corsi attualmente erogati. I risultati saranno pubblicati sul sito di SIGCHI Italy. La scadenza è Lunedì *1 luglio 2024*. Trovate la situazione attuale ai seguenti link: - didattica: https://sigchi-italy.github.io/sigchi-italy/courses/ - ricerca: https://sigchi-italy.github.io/sigchi-italy/research_groups/ Vi preghiamo di controllare che le informazioni riguardo il vostro gruppo e i vostri corsi siano aggiornate. Nel caso fossero necessarie modifiche potete compilare il seguente form: https://forms.gle/TVCFSgK4BagQnaZH6 Se avete delle domande, potete inviare un'e-mail a: salvatore.andolina(a)polimi.it o alberto.monge(a)polito.it o acantone(a)unisa.it Grazie per il vostri contributo e buon weekend! -- Andrea Antonio Cantone Ph.D. Student HCI-UsE Lab Member Department of Computer Science University of Salerno via Giovanni Paolo II, 132 84084 Fisciano (SA), Italy https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-antonio-cantone-151bb319b/ e-mail: *acantone(a)unisa.it <acantone(a)unisa.it>*

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[XAI Hackathon] [5-6 July] Extended Deadline XAI Hackathon – Limited Registration

by Andrea Beretta

*** Apologies for cross-posting *** *** Extended deadline *** We are excited to announce the first XAI Hackathon <http://xai-hackathon.isti.cnr.it/> supported by the FAIR <https://fondazione-fair.it/> PNRR and XAI <https://xai-project.eu/> projects! This event is open to young researchers, PhD candidates, and Master's students with some background knowledge in Explainable Artificial Intelligence. Challenge Use the XAI-LIB <https://github.com/kdd-lab/XAI-Lib> to integrate XAI techniques into a ML prediction pipeline and improve transparency in black-box AI decisions. Specifically, this involves - enhancing the prediction task with various explanation types (e.g., instance-based or rule-based); - assessing the impact of explanations on model transparency under different critical conditions (model performs well or not); - developing a use-case scenario that showcases the benefits of explanations. Final project evaluation will be based on: - The variety and effectiveness of the explanations used; - Assessment of the robustness, validity, and quality of the explanations; - A use-case scenario enriched with progressive explanation steps. Event Highlights - Location: Officine Garibaldi, Via Vincenzo Gioberti, 39, 56124 Pisa PI - Date: July 5-6, 2024 - Website: http://xai-hackathon.isti.cnr.it/ - Schedule: To be announced - Registration: Free of charge, but mandatory! - Teams: maximum of 3 people Why Participate? - Prizes: The event offers significant cash prizes—*€2,500* for the winning team, *€1,000* for the runner-up, and *€500* rewarding up to *three teams in third place*. - Professional Support: Participants will benefit from technical support and mentorship provided by senior researchers from the KDD lab in Pisa. Registration (Deadline: 28th June) - Secure your spot: The Hackathon is restricted to 10 teams. Early registration is strongly encouraged as spots are expected to fill rapidly. - Please confirm your participation by filling via this Google Form <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyAcfCsN50pJRxVNxKbA2Yp3Ub9z7uGCv…> by June 28th! If you have any queries, or have any difficulties completing the registration form, please email our dedicated mailbox: hackathon(a)xai-project.eu.

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CFP Track Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT '25) - ACM SAC 2025

by Salvatore Gatto

Track on Accessible Devices and Technologies (ADT ‘25) Sicily, Italy, March 31 – April 4, 2025 Part of the 40thACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing (SAC ‘25) https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025> https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/ <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/> Theme and Scope Modern devices and technologies can represent a digital barrier for users with disabilities, but they can be exploited to become enabling tools for them. Accessibility of devices and technologies is a critical topic to allow inclusion of all users, especially due to the European laws that impose accessibility for new products and the definition of an updated version of WCAG (Web Accessibility Guidelines). This track invites scientists, engineers, and decision-makers from government, industry, and academia to present technical papers on their research and development results in areas of accessibility. This track can interest many researchers since it would give the chance to face a wide range of topics, i.e., web or mobile technologies, with different points of view, taking into account specific technological constraints and digital barriers. It is well-known that the so-called “curb cut effect” can be applied to any technological and digital context (in terms of devices, content, and services): technologies that were originally meant to benefit people with disabilities can help any other users. Moreover, the history and the evolution of several technologies have been influenced and/or motivated by the special needs of people with disabilities. We welcome submission on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: * Accessible devices/assistive technologies: assistive technologies refer to all the assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities that enable users to perform tasks they were formerly unable to accomplish. On the one hand, the widespread diffusion of new devices and technologies stimulates researchers to find and apply new solutions to make them accessible to anyone. On the other hand, experiences in accessibility-related fields have been exploited and have provided benefits to users equipped with non-conventional devices when they emerged in the market. * Accessible solutions for e-learning, e-commerce, e-banking, etc: e-services and content often require specific technologies, being bounded by specific constraints when accessed by people with disabilities equipped with assistive technologies. Specific interaction modalities may affect interactive service access, while richness and quantity of content may affect the users’ ability to process information. * Accessible content: e-books, accessible TV, accessible broadcasting, etc. * Accessibility of games. * AI for Accessibility: AI can be exploited both for personalization (i.e., integrating AI-based personalization to support specific and special needs) and “enabler” (i.e., exploiting LLM to support the creation of accessible applications). Submission Guidelines We would like to invite authors to submit papers on research on the Accessibility area, with particular emphasis on assessing the current state of the art and identifying future directions. Original papers addressing any of the listed topics of interest (or related topics) will be considered. Each submitted paper will be fully refereed and undergo a double-blind review process by at least three referees. Accepted papers will be included in the ACM SAC 2025 proceedings and published in the ACM digital library, being indexed by Thomson ISI Web of Knowledge and Scopus. The track accepts full papers (max 8 pages), posters (max 2 pages), and SRC abstracts (max 2 pages). Submissions should be properly anonymized to facilitate blind reviewing. Papers that will receive high reviews (that is acceptable by reviewer standard) but will not be accepted due to space limitations can be invited for poster session. Authors of accepted papers must be prepared to sign a copyright statement and must pay the registration fee and guarantee that their paper will be presented at the conference. No-show of scheduled papers will result in excluding the papers from the ACM Digital Library. See the track website https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025 <https://sites.google.com/view/adt-sac-2025>for more details. Important Dates * September 20, 2024, 11:59 PM (UTC+0.00): Submission of regular papers and SRC research abstracts * October 30, 2024: Notification of papers, posters, and SRC research abstracts * November 29, 2024: Camera-ready copies of accepted papers * December 6, 2024: Authors registration due Organization * Ombretta Gaggi, University of Padua * Silvia Mirri, University of Bologna * Mike Paciello, AudioEye, WebABLE * Catia Prandi, University of Bologna Submission Portal Please submit your contribution through our online submission portal available at https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission.php>(regular papers) and https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php <https://www.sigapp.org/sac/sac2025/submission_src.php>(SRC abstracts). Contact us For any inquires regarding the call for papers, please contact gaggi(a)math.unipd.it <mailto:gaggi@math.unipd.it>. We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at the ACM SAC 2025 Conference!

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Call for papers for Intelligent User Interfaces 2025 (ACM IUI’25)

by Simret Gebreegziabher

We welcome you to submit your high-quality work to IUI’25 that will take place in Cagliari, Italy, on March 24-27, 2025! Important dates: Abstract submission deadline: October 2nd, 2024 Paper submission deadline: October 9th, 2024 Please visit the website for more information: https://iui.acm.org/2025/ The ACM Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (ACM IUI) is the annual premiere venue where researchers and practitioners meet and discuss state-of-the-art advances at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). Ideal IUI submissions should address practical HCI challenges using machine intelligence and discuss both computational and human-centric aspects of such methodologies, techniques and systems. Contributions are welcome from all relevant arenas, including academia, industry, government, and non-profit organizations. We strongly believe that diverse insights are critical to the vitality of the IUI community and the conference will accept papers for both long and short oral presentations. Contributions to IUI are expected to be supported by rigorous evidence appropriate to the claims (e.g., user study, system evaluation, computational analysis). IUI topics of interest include, but are not limited to: Human-centered AI methods, approaches, and systems - Explainable AI methods - Democratization of AI - Persuasive technologies in IUI - Privacy and security of IUI - Recommendations in IUI - Knowledge-based approaches to user interface design and generation - User modelling for intelligent interfaces - User-adaptive interaction and personalization - IUI for crowd computing and human computation - Human control in daily automations Computational innovation - Interactive machine learning - Human-in-the loop AI testing and debugging - Human-centered recommendation and recommender systems - Generative models - Human-in-the-loop reinforcement learning - Intelligent user interfaces for generative AI Innovative User Interfaces - Affective interfaces - Intelligent aesthetic interfaces - Intelligent collaborative interfaces - Intelligent AR/VR interfaces - Intelligent visualization and visual analytics - Intelligent wearable and mobile interfaces - Intelligent tangible interfaces - Intelligent conversational interfaces Intelligent Multimodal Systems - Embodied agents - Multimodal AI assistants - Intelligent multimodal interfaces - Evaluations of Intelligent User Interfaces - User experiments and studies - Reproducibility (including benchmarks, datasets, and challenges) - Meta-analysis - Mixed-methods evaluations Intelligent Applications - Education and learning-related technologies - Healthcare and wellbeing - Automotive - Assistive technologies - Entertainment - Workplace happiness - Social media - Information retrieval - Internet of things (IoT) - Smart homes - Generative AI Large Language Models - End-user interaction with LLMs and Multimodal models (e.g., chatbots, image generation) - LLMs in the workplace - Trustworthy LLMs - Bias in LLMs - The effects of LLMs use on creative tasks - Personalized user interaction with LLMs - Prompt Engineering - User control and steering of LLMs (e.g. RLHF) Looking forward to your submissions! IUI’25 Technical Programme Chairs Luis Leiva, Davide Spano, Katrien Verbert program2025(a)iui.acm.org IUI’25 General Chairs Toby Li, Fabio Paterno, Kaisa Väänänen chairs2025(a)iui.acm.org

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CfP: RO-MAN 2024 Workshop on Weighing the benefits of Autonomous Robot persoNalisation (WARN)

by Rezzani Andrea (Student ENG 21)

RO-MAN 2024 Call for Paper: 2nd International Workshop Weighing the benefits of Autonomous Robot persoNalisation (WARN) https://warn-ws.github.io/ 26th August 2024, in Pasadena, California & Virtual (Hybrid Format) Submission deadline: *July 1st 2024* https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=warn24 If you have questions, please send us an e-mail at warn-workshop(a)proton.me<mailto:warn-workshop@proton.me> =========================================== *Details* Personalisation in human-robot interaction (HRI) has demonstrated significant advantages in numerous scenarios and is becoming a dominant direction in the field. This workshop explores the multiple aspects of personalisation and behavioural adaptation in social HRI, highlighting the advantages and potential disadvantages. The workshop aims to explore how personalisation impacts interactions and users. While robots designed for end-to-end social interactions can enhance trust and rapport, they can also create filter bubbles or amplify cultural bias and stereotypes. *The Program* The workshop will be hosted in hybrid mode to engage the entire community. The workshop programme will alternate interactive activities with panel sessions and keynote presentations. We strongly encourage multidisciplinary discussion and invite researchers from various disciplines, including engineering, computer science, social science, psychology, philosophy, and law. *Keynote speaker* • Lauriel Riek - UC San Diego *Panellists* • Bahar Irfan - KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Barbara Bruno - Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) • Elaine Short - Tufts University • Emmanuel Senft - Idiap Research Institute • Maja Mataric - USC Viterbi School of Engineering • Ryan Calo - University of Washington • Vicky Charisi - European Commission • Wafa Johal - University of Melbourne =========================================== Andrea Rezzani anrezzani(a)unibz.it Faculty of Engineering Free University of Bozen-Bolzano Dominikanerplatz 3 - piazza Domenicani, 3 39100 - Italy UniBZ

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MedCHI Workshop a womENcourage

by Maristella Matera

Carissimi, sperando di fare cosa gradita, vi annunciamo il programma del workshop organizzato dal Mediterranean CHI (MedCHI) in occasione della conferenza womENcourage. La conferenza si svolgerà a Madrid dal 26 al 28 Giugno 2024 (https://womencourage.acm.org/2024/program/). Il Workshop si svolgerà la mattina del 27, dalle 11 alle 13 e si concentrerà sull'impatto della ricerca in HCI sulla valorizzazione della cultura e delle comunità del Mediterraneo, con particolare attenzione all'inclusività e alla parità di genere. Di seguito trovate i dettagli del programma: * 11:00 - 11:10: Introduzione e benvenuto * 11.10 - 11.30: Sessione interattiva (con partecipazione dell’audience) * 11.30 - 12.30: Panel: “The role of HCI research in promoting gender-inclusive computing practices and technologies”. Interverranno Antinisca Di Marco, Tania Di Mascio e Laura Tarantino (Università dell’Aquila). Styliani Kleanthous (CYENS CoE, Cyprus), Barbara Crosetto (Università Carlos III, Madrid), Monica Landoni (Università della Svizzera Italiana) * 12.30-13.00: Discussione con i partecipanti su possibili iniziative che il MedCHI potrà successivamente promuovere. Lasciatemi ringraziare Antinisca, Tania e Laura per la loro disponiblità a condividere le esperienze e i risultati della loro ricerca in rappresentanza della nostra comunità italiana. Invitiamo chi di voi è già iscritto alla conferenza a partecipare al workshop in presenza. Per chi volesse partecipare online, abbiamo predisposto una stanza virtuale in Zoom: https://polimi-it.zoom.us/j/94570235360. Speriamo di poter contare sulla vostra partecipazione per arricchire la discussione su temi cruciali per la nostra comunità. Non esitate a contattarci per ulteriori informazioni o domande. Un caro saluto a tutti! Maristella e Giuliana (per il comitato Mediterranean CHI).

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Deadline extension - Call for bids to host MobileHCI 2026

by Fabio Paternò

Deadline extension - Call for bids to host MobileHCI 2026 In short: Are you interested in bidding to host MobileHCI 2026? The deadline for bids has been extended to August 16th, 2024. In more detail: On behalf of the steering committee for the MobileHCI conference series we are inviting bids to host MobileHCI 2026. MobileHCI’24 (https://mobilehci.acm.org/2024/index.php) will be in Melbourne, Australia. Details of the conference series can be found here: http://mobilehci.acm.org/sc/ MobileHCI is the forum that provides academics and practitioners a valuable place to discuss the challenges, potential solutions and innovations towards effective interaction with mobile systems and services. Our conference series brings together academics, designers, and practitioners from multiple disciplines to discuss the challenges and future of people interacting with and through technologies, applications, and services in a mobile world. The exact nature of a bid can of course include and seek to extend or focus this as the proposers envisage. For the contents of the bids, please see below. We are paying special attention to the diversity (gender, cultural, economic, etc.) both in the organizing committee and in how the organisers plan to attract diverse audience to MobileHCI. Bids should be sent to marcos.serrano(a)irit.fr <mailto:marcos.serrano@irit.fr> by ** August 16th, 2024 **. After receiving bids, the MobileHCI steering committee will review and vote on the bids and everyone who submits will be given the decision with feedback in the summer. If you have any questions please feel free to contact any of the steering committee members. Information about the MobileHCI bidding process can be found at the International Steering Committee web pages here: https://mobilehci.acm.org/sc/bidding.html The form of the bid is fairly open but we do need the following information in order to make an informed decision: * The initial planned dates. MobileHCI has typically been held in September. For 2026, we are suggesting either end of August or end of September. * Intended location for the conference * How will the conference be organised * Will there be program chairs who manage the entire program or only papers chairs who manage the papers while the conference chairs manage the conference and program. Ideally, programme chairs should manage the main papers track and the entire program while the conference chairs manage the logistics of the conference * Who will be conference chair - inc brief bio (1/2 page) and what will they be expected to handle * Brief statement of chairs' experience of running conferences * Who will be programme chair - inc brief bio (1/2 page) and what will they be expected to handle * Who will edit the proceedings (default = both programme and conference chairs) * Dates for submission that are in accordance with the PACM journal procedures (this includes a commitment for ACs and Paper Chairs to serve for 2 years) * What are the initial planned dates for the conference and paper submission, which should include a 8 week revise and resubmit timeline * A draft program for the conference: we suggest that the first day is the workshop day, followed by three days of the main conference * Which research groups will support the conference * Which sponsors are likely and how will you attract sponsorship * Any letters of support from local entities offering help * A plan on how to increase diversity * A plan on how to increase accesibility * a plan on how to make some or all of the conference sessions deliverable online * Any direction/theme change you would envisage for MobileHCI (default = none) * Any new features/tracks you would like to include or other changes you would like to make to the conference (default = none) * Brief description (1/2 - 1 page) of conference venue * Brief description (1/2 - 1 page) of conference city and region/country * Rough idea of likely costs of (estimates only): registration rates (normal is to include everything inc workshops and dinner for all delegates, bar one-day attendees) venue hire travel costs and rough times from several world cities: e.g., London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, New York, Taipei, and Sydney a basic decent hotel for 5 nights * Bidders can include a full budget (using their own or the ACM TMRF budget templates) which can include costs such as food, AV, room rental, registration, badges, PC meeting, speakers, conference management and ACM overhead (16%) and revenue details including registration, tutorials, workshops, sponsorship etc. Bids are welcome from any organisation or group of organisations, provided that: * they have reviewed and agree with the guidance in the ACM SIGCHI Organising a Conference Page <https://sigchi.org/conferences/organizer-resources/organising-a-sigchi-spon…> (https://sigchi.org/conferences/organizer-resources/organising-a-sigchi-spon…) * they agree to accept the committee guidelines on publication, refereeing and finance * dates are agreed with the committee through negotiation after bidding * the proposing team consists of at least one permanent faculty member * the bidders have realistic expectations around how long different aspects of the conference organization take. For example, an ACM PAF takes time to approve, a TMRF may result in a series of questions and clarifications with the ACM and may take weeks to complete and a venue/hotel negotiation and contract signature by the ACM may take several weeks depending on the country, language or complexity of the contract. Please submit your bid as a single PDF document by August 16th, 2024 by sending it to marcos.serrano(a)irit.fr <mailto:marcos.serrano@irit.fr>. You can request an example of an earlier successful bid from Marcos. Looking forward to your bids! 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[CFP] Pattern Recognition Letters, Special Issue on Synthetic Images to Support Computer-Aided Diagnosis Systems

by Andrea Loddo

Dear colleagues, Please find enclosed the call for papers for our Special Issue. *IMPORTANT*: The *submission period* *is approaching!* Please accept our apologies for the multiple postings. Synthetic Images to Support Computer-Aided Diagnosis Systems – Call for Papers https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/pattern-recognition-letters/about/cal… <https://eu-central-1.protection.sophos.com/?d=sciencedirect.com&u=aHR0cHM6L…> *IMPORTANT DATES* *- Submission Period: 1-31 July 2024* - Acceptance Deadline: *9 December 2024* *DESCRIPTION OF THE ISSUE* Today's health systems collect and deliver most medical data in digital format, mainly thanks to the scientific and technological advances that have led to digitization and increased generation and collection of data describing real-world applications or processes. The availability of medical data enables a large number of artificial intelligence applications, and there is growing interest in quantitative analysis of clinical images, such as Positron Emission Tomography, Computerized Tomography, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. In addition, machine and deep learning models and data-driven artificial intelligence applications have proven to improve the management and decision-making to improve the discovery of new therapeutic tools, support diagnostic decisions, aid in the rehabilitation process, etc. Despite the potential of data-driven solutions, many problems prevent or delay the development of such solutions. For example, the increasing amount of available data can lead to increased effort to make a diagnosis and is even more challenging due to high inter/intra patient variability, the availability of different imaging techniques, the absence of completely standard acquisition procedures, and the need to consider data from multiple sensors and sources. Additional relevant issues are data access and the representativeness of the captured sample compared to the actual population. Access to real data may be delayed or even prevented for various reasons, such as privacy, security, and intellectual property, or the development of the necessary (quality) acquisition and preparation technology. Sample representativeness is another critical issue involving class imbalance and the representation of rare and extreme events, which is crucial for the performance of artificial intelligence models. For these reasons, researchers have recently explored the use of synthetic data (SD) with three different use cases regarding (i) data augmentation to balance data sets or supplement available data before training a model, (ii) privacy preservation to enable secure and private sharing of sensitive data; and (iii) simulation: to estimate and teach systems in situations that have not been observed in actual reality. The main goals of this special issue are to bring together diverse, new, and impactful research on synthetic data generation for biomedical imaging with a powerful impact on Computer-Aided Diagnosis systems for real-world clinical applications. *TOPICS* Topics of interest to this special issue include, but are not limited to: - Synthetic Images for Privacy-Preserving Computer-Aided Diagnosis Systems - Computer-Aided Diagnosis Systems Training with Synthetic Images - Synthetic Images for Benchmarking Computer-Aided Diagnosis Systems - Medical Image Translation - Text-guided Medical Image Generation - Multimodal Medical Image Generation - Synthetic Images for Computer-Aided Diagnosis Systems Domain Adaptation - Synthetic Images for Computer-Aided Diagnosis Systems Domain Generalisation *SUBMISSION GUIDELINES* The PRL's submission system (Editorial Manager®) will be open for submissions to our Special Issue from July 1st, 2024. When submitting your manuscript, please select the article type VSI: SISCAD. Both the Guide for Authors and the submission portal can be found on the Journal Homepage: Guide for authors - Pattern Recognition Letters - ISSN 0167-8655 | ScienceDirect.com by Elsevier. *GUEST EDITORS* Andrea Loddo, University of Cagliari (Italy) Lorenzo Putzu, University of Cagliari (Italy) Cecilia Di Ruberto, University of Cagliari (Italy) Carsten Marr, Institute of AI for Health, Helmholtz Munich (Germany) Albert Comelli, Ri.MED Foundation (Italy) Alessandro Stefano, Institute of Molecular Bioimaging and Physiology, National Research Council of Cefalu’ (Italy) ___________ Andrea Loddo PhD | Dept. Of Mathematics and Computer Science | University of Cagliari Via Ospedale 72, Cagliari, Italy Office: +39 070 675 8503 *And after all we're only ordinary men*

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Call for Participation - ACAIN 2024 - 4th Int. Advanced Course on Artificial Intelligence & Neuroscience, September 22-25 2024, Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) Tuscany, Italy -> Deadline: June 23

by ACAIN Organizing Committee

Call for Participation (apologies for multiple copies) _______________________________________________________________ The 4th International Advanced Course on Artificial Intelligence & Neuroscience, September 22-25, 2024, Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) Tuscany, Italy W: https://acain2024.icas.events E: acain(a)icas.cc FB: https://www.facebook.com/ACAIN.LakeDistrict/ Course Deadline Regular Registration (Course): by June 23 https://acain2024.icas.events/registration/ SCOPE & MOTIVATION: ACAIN 2024: AI meets Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Science The ACAIN 2024 is an interdisciplinary event featuring leading scientists from AI and Neuroscience, providing a special opportunity to learn about cutting-edge research in the fields of AI, Neuroscience, Neuroscience-Inspired AI, Human-Level AI, and Cognitive Science. The 4th Advanced Course on Artificial Intelligence & Neuroscience (ACAIN) is a full-immersion four-day Course and Symposium in Tuscany on cutting-edge advances in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience with lectures delivered by world-renowned experts. The Course provides a stimulating environment for academics, early career researchers, Post-Docs, PhD students and industry leaders. Participants will also have the chance to present their results with oral talks or posters, and to interact with their colleagues, in a convivial and productive environment. Two days of keynote talks and oral presentations, the ACAIN Symposium, (September 24-25), will be preceded by lectures of leading scientists, the ACAIN Course, (September 22-23). Bringing together AI and neuroscience promises to yield benefits for both fields. The future impact and progress in both AI and Neuroscience will strongly depend on continuous synergy, exchange, collaboration and efficient cooperation between the two research communities. These are the goals of the International Course and Symposium - ACAIN 2024, which is aimed both at AI experts with interests in Neuroscience and at neuroscientists with an interest in AI. ACAIN 2024 accepts rigorous research that promotes and fosters multidisciplinary interactions between artificial intelligence and neuroscience. The Advanced Course is suited for scholars, academics, early career researchers, Post-Docs, PhD students and industry leaders. The Event (Course and Symposium) will involve a total of 36-40 hours of lectures. Academically, this will be equivalent to 8 ECTS points for the PhD Students and the Master Students attending the Event. LECTURERS https://acain2024.icas.events/course-lecturers/ * Maria Eckstein, Google DeepMind, London, UK * Auke Jan Ijspeert, EPFL, Switzerland * Zeb Kurth-Nelson, Google DeepMind & UCL, London, UK * Loic Matthey, Google DeepMind, London, UK * Kevin J. Miller, DeepMind & UCL, London, UK * Thomas Parr, Oxford University, UK * Melika Payvand, Institute of Neuroinformatics, University of Zurich & ETH Zurich, Switzerland * Alessandro Treves, International School for Advanced Studies, Italy More Lecturers TBA COURSE DESCRIPTION: https://acain2024.icas.events/course-description/ VENUE & ACCOMMODATION: https://acain2024.icas.events/venue/ ACAIN 2024 is a *Residential Conference*, all participants (invited speakers, authors, organizers, chairs, participants) must book and stay at the Riva del Sole Resort and Spa. No exceptions are allowed. https://lod2024.icas.events/lod-2024-a-residential-conference/ Riva del Sole Resort & SPA a: Località Riva del Sole - Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) CAP 58043, Tuscany - Italy p: +39-0564-928111 f: +39-0564-935607 e: booking.events(a)rivadelsole.it w: www.rivadelsole.it/en ACTIVITIES: https://acain2024.icas.events/activities/ REGISTRATION: https://acain2024.icas.events/registration/ See you in Tuscany in September! ACAIN 2024 Organizing Committee. E: acain(a)icas.cc W: https://acain2024.icas.events *4th Advanced Course and Symposium on Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience – ACAIN 2024,* 22–25 September Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) Tuscany, Italy https://acain2024.icas.events/ acain(a)icas.cc *Author Registration Deadline: June 23 * *Early Registration Deadline for the Course: June 23* The Course is equivalent to 8 ECTS points for the PhD Students and the Master Students attending the Course. https://acain2024.icas.events/past-editions/ https://acain2024.icas.events/past-lecturers/

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[2nd CFP] Workshop@ICMI2024 - First Multimodal Banquet: Exploring Innovative Technology for Commensality and Human-Food Interaction

by Radoslaw Niewiadomski

*** Apologies for cross postings *** CoFI Workshop @ICMI2024 - 2nd CALL FOR PAPERS ---------------------------------------------------------------------- First Multimodal Banquet: Exploring Innovative Technology for Commensality and Human-Food Interaction (CoFI 2024) November 4 - 8, 2024 co-located with ICMI 2024 (https://icmi.acm.org/2024/ <https://urlsand.esvalabs.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Ficmi.acm.org%2F2024%2F&e=ed7a…>) - San José, Costa Rica Website: https://cofi2024.github.io/ <https://urlsand.esvalabs.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcofi2024.github.io%2F&e=ed7a5…> Submissions: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=cofi2024 <https://urlsand.esvalabs.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Feasychair.org%2Fconferences%2…> ========= HIGHLIGHTS ========= - DEADLINE: June 30th, 2024 - ACM Proceedings ========= ABSTRACT ========= Commensality, the act of eating together, offers rich opportunities for multisensory and social experiences that can be enhanced through technology. Dining involves interactions with food, where smells, colors, sounds, and textures contribute to a multisensory experience; likewise, the table becomes a focal point for social interaction, with non verbal cues and conversations being indispensable elements of the event. This workshop aims to explore how interactive, immersive, and otherwise emergent technology can enrich eating experiences. The other aim is to build an interdisciplinary community around the topics of related to commensality and human-food interaction, with special focus on the role of multimodal interaction among commensal partners sharing food, being humans or artificial dining companions (such as social robots). We aim to collect novel contributions that explore how technology can enhance, facilitate, or make these experiences more enjoyable. ====== TOPICS ====== Topics of Interest include but are not limited to: • Multimodal interaction in commensal setting • Commensal activity recognition • Cultural aspects of commensality • Artificial agents (social robots, virtual companions) in commensality setting • Interactive technology for sustainable. healthy eating and well-being • Tele- and remote dining • Food and eating as playful experience • Commensality and food interaction in digital (VR/AR) spaces • Critical human-food interaction design and research • Food, interactive tech, and sustainability • Multimodal food perception • Tracking edible objects • Designing cross-cultural food and commensal interactions • Sensory augmentation for novel eating experience • Gamification in Human-Food Interaction (HFI) and commensality • Personalizing eating experiences • Eating as a multisensory experience • Computational models of commensals interaction • Commensality and Food in Social Media • Social AI and commensal practices ============ SUBMISSIONS ============ We encourage the submission of original contributions, investigating novel methodologies to build creative systems and algorithms for commensality and HFI. The call is open for both complete and ongoing works, research ideas and the position papers, especially interdisciplinary contributions in line with the main goals of the workshop. In particular, authors can submit: (A) Long papers (max. 7 pages + references – ACM format); (B) Short/Position/Discussion papers (max 4 pages + references – ACM format); Submission Site https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=cofi2024 <https://urlsand.esvalabs.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Feasychair.org%2Fconferences%2…> ACM formats: https://www.acm.org/publications/authors/submissions <https://urlsand.esvalabs.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.acm.org%2Fpublications%2F…> All submitted papers will be evaluated by at least two members of the program committee, based on originality, significance, relevance, and technical quality. Submissions should be single blinded, i.e. authors names should be included in the submissions. At least one of the authors should register and take part at the workshop to make the presentation. ================ IMPORTANT DATES =============== *Paper submission (long and short): June 30, 2024 *Notification of acceptance: July 15, 2024 *Camera-ready version: July 25, 2024 *Workshop date: November 4 or 8, 2024 =============== PROCEEDINGS =============== All accepted papers will be published in the ACM companion proceedings of ICMI2024. ============= ORGANIZATORS ============= Radoslaw Niewiadomski, University of Genoa Ferran Altarriba Bertran, Escola Universitària ERAM Christopher Dawes, University College London Marianna Obrist, University College London Maurizio Mancini, Sapienza University of Rome

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12th IEEE International Conference on Cloud Engineering (IC2E): Last Call for Demo and Poster Submissions

by Announce

*** Last Call for Demo and Poster Submissions *** 12th IEEE International Conference on Cloud Engineering (IC2E) September 24-27, 2024, 5* Aliathon Resort, Paphos, Cyprus https://conferences.computer.org/IC2E/2024/, The IEEE International Conference on Cloud Engineering (IC2E) is a premier conference on Cloud Computing, which in the last two decades has significantly changed the way IT resources are consumed. ###IMPORTANT DATES### * Demo and poster submission deadline: June 23, 2024 (AoE) * Author notification: July 15, 2024 * Camera-ready due: August 2, 2024 ###TOPICS OF INTEREST### IC2E 2024 invites submissions of high-quality demo and poster papers describing all aspects of cloud engineering. Some representative topics of interest include, but are not limited to: * Cloud management and engineering, from single (micro-)services to complete system landscapes. * Cloud applications, ranging from the Internet of Things (IoT) over Big Data to Machine Learning. * Cloud systems, including storage, data distribution, and serverless computing. * Cloud security and privacy concerns on all levels of the Cloud stack. * Fog and Edge Computing, and all other system types in the Cloud-Edge Compute Continuum. * Everything as a Service. * Non-technical aspects of Cloud Computing, e.g., cloud governance or cloud economics. ### SUBMISSION ### Authors must submit poster/demo papers in PDF at EasyChair, https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ic2e2024, upon selecting the Posters/Demos Track option. Papers should use the IEEE Manuscript Template for Conference Proceedings for formatting. LaTeX users must use \documentclass[10pt,conference]{IEEEtran}, without including the compsoc or compsocconf options. Poster and demo papers may not exceed 2 double-column pages and should be single-blind. Depending on the paper type, the paper title should start with either "Demo:" or "Poster:". ### REVIEW PROCESS AND PUBLICATION ### All submitted papers will be peer-reviewed based on technical merit, novelty, and potential to stimulate interesting discussions at the conference, as well as alignment with the conference theme. The papers must contain original ideas and must not have been published or under review elsewhere, except for demo papers which may showcase previously published systems. In this case, authors must clearly state this and include the original publication as part of their submission. Accepted papers will be published by IEEE Computer Society Conference Publishing Services (indexed by EI). ### ORGANIZATION & CONTACT ### Demo and Poster Chairs: * Thaleia Dimitra Doudali, IMDEA Software Institute, Spain (thaleia.doudali(a)imdea.org) * Lena Mashayekhy, University of Delaware, USA (mlena(a)udel.edu) General Chairs: * George Pallis University of Cyprus, Cyprus * Weisong Shi University of Delaware, US

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ACM UMAP 2024 | Standard Registration until 21 June

by Wanling Cai

* We apologize if you receive multiple copies of this email * * Online version: https://www.um.org/umap2024/registration/ ACM UMAP 2024 – Standard Registration until 21 June ACM UMAP 2024: The 32nd ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy July 1-4, 2024 ACM UMAP – User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization – is the premier international conference for researchers and practitioners working on systems that adapt to individual users, to groups of users, and that collect, represent, and model user information. ACM UMAP is the successor to the biennial User Modeling (UM) and Adaptive Hypermedia and Adaptive Web-based Systems (AH) conferences that were merged in 2009. It is sponsored by ACM SIGCHI and SIGWEB, and organized with User Modeling Inc. as the Steering Committee. Proceedings are published by ACM and part of the ACM Digital Library. ACM UMAP 2024 is organized as an in-presence event, with online attendance support only during workshops and tutorials (i.e., the main conference will be run fully in-presence). Only workshops and tutorials will be streamed. ACM UMAP 2024’s organizers seek to foster an accessible and inclusive conference. We recognize that attendees have differing abilities to pay, and have instituted a tiered pricing program to accommodate different financial needs. Thanks for your interest in UMAP 2024! Please read the information link below carefully regarding costs and deadlines. * Registration information: https://www.um.org/umap2024/registration/ - Standard Registration until June 21, 2024 - Onsite Registration By July 4, 2024 * Registration Link: https://cvent.me/ekykDz Contact Information If you have any questions or enquiries, please contact: umap2024-chair(a)um.org<mailto:umap2024-chair@um.org>.

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Ph.D. scholarships at the University of Udine (including HCI, VR, and Serious Games topics)

by Fabio Buttussi

Bando di Concorso per l'ammissione al Dottorato di ricerca in Informatica e Intelligenza Artificiale - Università degli Studi di Udine Il Dottorato in Informatica e Intelligenza Artificiale presso il Dipartimento di Scienze Matematiche, Informatiche e Fisiche (DMIF) dell'Università degli Studi di Udine, in collaborazione con la Fondazione Bruno Kessler (Trento),  offre 12 borse di dottorato completamente finanziate. Gli argomenti di ricerca includono l'HCI, la Realtà Virtuale e i Serious Game. Questo programma triennale prevede uno stipendio annuo di € 19.367,00 al lordo delle ritenute previdenziali (circa € 1440 netti al mese), insieme a un sostegno finanziario per hardware di ricerca, conferenze, scuole di dottorato e finanziamenti per visite di ricerca all'estero prolungate (fino a 6 mesi con +50% sulla borsa mensile). Il DMIF, uno dei dipartimenti di informatica più grandi e antichi d'Italia (fondato nel 1978), offre un ambiente di ricerca dinamico con un corpo docente di rilievo che copre una vasta gamma di argomenti di informatica e intelligenza artificiale (si vedano i dettagli qui: https://www.dmif.uniud.it/dottorato/iai/),  favorendo un'atmosfera di supporto e collaborazione. Oltre agli aspetti accademici, Udine, posizionata a un’ora dalle Alpi e dal mar Adriatico, offre un'elevata qualità della vita, costantemente classificata tra le migliori d'Italia; ciò nonostante, il costo della vita rimane inferiore rispetto alle grandi città. Le candidature devono essere presentate entro il 20 giugno 2024 (ore 14:00, ora italiana). Si terranno colloqui per i candidati selezionati (date da annunciare). L'anno accademico inizia il 1° novembre 2024. Pronto per il prossimo passo? Candidati ora! https://www.uniud.it/it/ricerca/lavorare-nella-ricerca/dottorato-ricerca/am… —————————————————————————————————— Call for Applications for admission to the PhD program in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence - University of Udine The PhD program in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at the Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and Physics (DMIF) of the University of Udine, Italy, in collaboration with Fondazione Bruno Kessler (Trento), offers 12 fully funded scholarships.   Research topics include HCI, Virtual Reality, and Serious Games. This 3-year program provides an annual stipend of € 19,367.00 before social security (about € 1440/month, net) along with financial support for research hardware, conferences, and PhD schools, and funding for extended research visits abroad (up to 6 months with +50% on the monthly scholarship). DMIF, one of Italy's oldest and largest computer science departments (established in 1978), provides a vibrant research environment with a distinguished faculty covering a wide range of CS and AI topics (see details here: https://www.dmif.uniud.it/dottorato/iai/), fostering a supportive and collaborative atmosphere. Beyond academics, Udine, close to both the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, offers a very high quality of life, consistently ranked among Italy's best. Still, it boasts a lower cost of living than major cities.  Applications are due by June 20, 2024 (2 PM, Italian time). Interviews will be held for shortlisted applicants (specific dates to be announced). The academic year starts on November 1st, 2024. Ready to take the next step? Apply now!  https://www.uniud.it/en/research/do-research/doctorate-res/ammissione/activ…

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PhD in Experimental Research through Design, Art and Technologies at unibz

by María Menéndez-Blanco

The Free University of Bozen-Bolzano (Faculty of Design and Art) is launching an innovative PhD Programme in Experimental Research through Design, Art and Technologies. We are looking for outstanding and enthusiastic candidates willing to make a difference in our technological futures. Deadline: 11 July 2024, 12:00 Noon PM (GMT +2.00) The programme aims to train a new generation of researchers, artists and developers capable of embracing the opportunities offered by the convergence of Design, Art, the Social Sciences and the Humanities alongside Computer Science and Engineering. Working together in an interdisciplinary and international environment, our students integrate complex knowledge to address multiple global challenges and opportunities opened by the acceleration of technology adoption in everyday life. We are looking for candidates in the following project spaces: 1. Human Creativity and Stochastic Algorithms: Exploring new Forms of Artistic Development (Advisor: Prof. De Angeli - antonella.deangeli(a)unibz.it ) 2. Promoting Sustainable Behaviour: Awareness, Information and Knowledge (Advisor: Prof. De Angeli - antonella.deangeli(a)unibz.it) 3. Inclusive Digital Education (Advisor: Prof. De Angeli - antonella.deangeli(a)unibz.it) 4. Phygital Design in Cultural / Intangible / Landscape Heritage and Experience (Advisor: Prof. Gennari - rosella.gennari(a)unibz.it) 5. Multimodal Intelligent Interactions (Advisor: Prof. Gennari - rosella.gennari(a)unibz.it) 6. Dialoguing Species - More-than-human Ethnography (Advisor: Prof. Tauber - elisabeth.tauber(a)unibz.it) 7. Simulation of Smart Materials and Devices (Advisor: Prof. Lugli - paolo.lugli(a)unibz.it) 8. Material characterization of the development of advanced SiC- based sensors (Advisor: Prof. Lugli - paolo.lugli(a)unibz.it) 9. Design, Fabrication and Characterization of Smart Devices (Advisor: Prof. Lugli - paolo.lugli(a)unibz.it) 10. Numerical simulation to explore distinctive SiC features for the development of cutting-edge devices (Advisor: Prof. Lugli - paolo.lugli(a)unibz.it) 11. Designing Embodied Human-Data IntraActions (Advisor: Prof. Ugur Yavuz - secil.uguryavuz(a)unibz.it) Interested students are invited to email the advisor for an informal discussion. We also welcome original proposals from students and invite informal contacts with the School Coordinator Prof. De Angeli ( antonella.deangeli(a)unibz.it). The programme is delivered in English and lasts three years. All types of MSc and MA are eligible, but applicants are required to be willing and capable of engaging in interdisciplinary research. The position with scholarship (N=7) provides a grant of approx. 1,450 Euro net per month (increased by 50% during the research period abroad) a personal budget for travelling (2,500 Euro per year) and a personal laptop. The application deadline is 11 July 2024, 12:00 midday (GMT +2.00) at https://aws.unibz.it/exup For more information and application, please visit https://www.unibz.it/en/faculties/design-art/phd-experimental-research-desi… and/or contact the PhD coordinator, Professor Antonella De Angeli: antonella.deangeli(a)unibz.it

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ACM UMAP 2024 | Online Registration until 21 June

by Wanling Cai

* We apologize if you receive multiple copies of this email * * Online version: https://www.um.org/umap2024/registration/ ACM UMAP 2024 – Online Registration until 21 June ACM UMAP 2024: The 32nd ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy July 1-4, 2024 ACM UMAP – User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization – is the premier international conference for researchers and practitioners working on systems that adapt to individual users, to groups of users, and that collect, represent, and model user information. ACM UMAP is the successor to the biennial User Modeling (UM) and Adaptive Hypermedia and Adaptive Web-based Systems (AH) conferences that were merged in 2009. It is sponsored by ACM SIGCHI and SIGWEB, and organized with User Modeling Inc. as the Steering Committee. Proceedings are published by ACM and part of the ACM Digital Library. ACM UMAP 2024 is organized as an in-presence event, with online attendance support only during workshops and tutorials (i.e., the main conference will be run fully in-presence). Only workshops and tutorials will be streamed. ACM UMAP 2024’s organizers seek to foster an accessible and inclusive conference. We recognize that attendees have differing abilities to pay, and have instituted a tiered pricing program to accommodate different financial needs. Thanks for your interest in UMAP 2024! Please read the information link below carefully regarding costs and deadlines. * Registration information: https://www.um.org/umap2024/registration/ - Standard Registration until June 21, 2024 - Onsite Registration By July 4, 2024 * Registration Link: https://cvent.me/ekykDz Contact Information If you have any questions or enquiries, please contact: umap2024-chair(a)um.org<mailto:umap2024-chair@um.org>.

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Censimento gruppi di ricerca e aggiornamento sito web SIGCHI Italy

by Salvatore Andolina

Cari tutti, Stiamo conducendo una nuova edizione del censimento dei gruppi di ricerca attivi nell'area Human-Computer Interaction in Italia e dei corsi attualmente erogati. I risultati saranno pubblicati sul sito di SIGCHI Italy. La situazione attuale è descritta qui: https://sigchi-italy.github.io/sigchi-italy/ Vi preghiamo di controllare che le informazioni riguardo il vostro gruppo siano aggiornate. Nel caso fossero necessarie modifiche potete compilare il seguente form, possibilmente entro il giorno 1 luglio 2024: https://forms.gle/TVCFSgK4BagQnaZH6 Se avete delle domande, potete inviare un'e-mail a: salvatore.andolina(a)polimi.it o alberto.monge(a)polito.it o acantone(a)unisa.it Grazie per il vostro contributo! -- Salvatore Andolina Assistant Professor (RTDb) Dipartimento di Elettronica, Informazione e Bioingegneria Politecnico di Milano Via Ponzio 34/5 - 20133 Milano, Italy https://andolina.faculty.polimi.it/

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[CFP] Special Track on "Citizen Science as a tool for Social Good" -> ACM GoodIT 2024 (new FIRM deadline: June 17)

by Catia Prandi

*** Apologies for cross-posting *** === Special Track on Citizen Science as a tool for Social Good (CS4Good) === In conjunction with ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (ACM GoodIT 2024), 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany ### LINK https://sites.google.com/view/cs4good/ ### IMPORTANT DATES -> Papers Submission (extended): June 17, 2024 (FIRM!) -> Notification of acceptance: July 8, 2024 -> Camera Ready submission: July 19, 2024 ### SCOPE The CS4Good special track provides a unique opportunity to explore ground-breaking research contributions addressing Citizen Science within the specific context of social good. Social good refers to societal benefits from CS activities such as environmental justice and protection, inclusion and learning of underrepresented communities, public health promotion and equity, innovation and literacy, and advances and trust in science. TOPICS: Case studies of Citizen science applications for social good Citizens’ engagement and motivation Innovative solutions supporting CS and social good (e.g., Virtual Reality, Augmented reality, smart sensors) Data collection, accuracy, and trustworthiness Ethics and privacy issues Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Citizen Science Gamification and Game Thinking Data visualization and data literacy Crowdsourcing and crowdsensing ### PAPERS PUBLICATION Submitted papers must be original works and must not have been previously published. They will be peer-reviewed (three reviews). All accepted and presented papers will be included in the conference proceedings published in ACM Digital Library. At least one of the authors of all accepted papers must register and present the work in presence at the conference; otherwise, the paper will not be published in the proceedings. ### ORGANIZERS Catia Prandi, University of Bologna, Italy Christothea Herodotou, Open University, UK _________________________________________ Catia Prandi, PhD. Senior Assistant professor (RTD B), Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Bologna

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Call for ACM IUI 2025 Workshop or Tutorial Proposals

by Eleonora Zedda

** *In conjunction with the 30th International ACM Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (ACM IUI 2025)* * Cagliari, Italy March 24-27, 2025 https://iui.acm.org/2025/ <https://iui.acm.org/2024/> Call for Proposals We are pleased to invite proposals for workshops and tutorials to be held in conjunction with the conference. The goal of workshops is to provide a venue for presenting research on focused topics of interest and an informal forum to discuss research questions and challenges. Potential workshop topics should be related to the general theme of the conference (“Where HCI meets AI”). Tutorials are designed to provide fundamental knowledge and experience on topics related to intelligent user interfaces, and the intersection between Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Note: We encourage you to contact the chairs with your ideas (workshops2025(a)iui.acm.org), and work together to prepare an exciting proposal. We encourage proposals for a wide range of workshop and tutorial formats and activities, including but not limited to: * "Mini-conferences" on specialized topics; such workshops may have their own paper submission and review processes. * Interactive formats to explore a certain topic during the workshop (e.g., through breakout rooms); such workshops may have their own paper submission and review process or target a report summarizing the outcome of the interactive discussions. * "Late breaking work" meetings; such workshops usually have a lighter review process (e.g. based on abstracts only). * "Hands-on" workshopsaround a specific problem or topic that may wish to ask participants to submit a position statement. * "Project centric" workshopsthat may be closely related to the scope of an existing large-scale (e.g. NSF, EU, etc. funded) project. * "Mini-competitions", challenges, or hackathons around selected topics with individual or team participation. * Tutorials on a specific topic relevant to IUI; for example, methods and approaches in HCI and/or AI, specific techniques or algorithms to develop intelligent user interfaces, etc. We invite submissions of proposals for full-day and half-day workshops or tutorials. Proposals will be reviewed and evaluated by the workshop and tutorial chairs. Workshops with few submissions may be cancelled, shortened, merged with other workshops, or otherwise restructured. The organizers of accepted workshops and tutorials are responsible for producing a call for participation and publicizing it, such as distributing the call to relevant newsgroups and electronic mailing lists, and especially to potential audiences from outside the IUI conference community. Workshop and tutorial organizers will maintain their own website with information about the workshop or tutorial and the ACM IUI 2025 website will refer to this website. The workshop organizers will coordinate the paper solicitation, collection, and review process. Workshops’ and tutorials’ summary will be included in the ACM Digital Library for ACM IUI 2025, and we will separately publish a joint workshop proceedings for accepted workshop submissions (through CEUR or similar). Proposal Format Workshop or tutorial proposals should be a maximum of four pages long (single-column format). Prepare your submission using the latest templates: Word Submission (https://authors.acm.org/binaries/content/assets/publications/taps/acm_submi…) Template, or the LaTeX (https://portalparts.acm.org/hippo/latex_templates/acmart-primary.zip) template. The proposals should be organized as follows: * Name and title: A one-word acronym and a full title. Please indicate “(Workshop)” or “(Tutorial)” after the title, as appropriate. * Description of workshop or tutorial topic: This description should discuss the relevance of the suggested topic to IUI and its interest for the IUI 2025 audience. Include a brief discussion of why and for which audience the workshop or tutorial is of particular interest. * Previous history: List of previous workshops or tutorials that were held on the topic including the conferences that hosted past workshops or tutorials and the number of participants. * Organizer(s): Names, affiliations, emails, and web pages of the organizer(s). Provide a brief description of the background of the organizer(s). Strong proposals normally include organizers who bring differing perspectives on the topic and are actively connected to the communities of potential participants. Please indicate the primary contact person and the organizers who plan to attend the workshop. Also please provide a list of other workshops or tutorials organized by workshop organizers in the past. * Workshop program committee: Names and affiliation of the members of the (tentative) workshop program committee that will evaluate the workshop submissions. * Participants: A statement saying how many participants you expect and how you plan to invite participants for the workshop or tutorial. If possible, include the names of at least 10 people who have expressed interest to participate in the workshop or tutorial. * Workshop or Tutorial activities: A brief description of the format regarding the mix of events or activities, such as paper presentations, invited talks, panels, demonstrations, teaching activities, hands-on practical exercises, general discussion. Please also list here any material you will make available to tutorial participants, e.g. slides, access to hardware/software, handouts, etc. * Planned outcomes of the workshop or tutorials: What are you hoping to achieve by the end of the workshop or tutorials? Please list here any planned publications or other outputs arising from workshops. * Length: Full-day or half-day. Important Dates (All are intended AoE) Discuss your topic with the workshop and tutorial chairs: September 14, 2024 Workshop proposals due: September 21, 2024 Workshop proposals decisions sent: October 11, 2024 Tutorial Proposals due: Dec 15, 2024 Tutorial proposal decisions sent: Jan 10, 2025 Submission Platform: All materials must be submitted electronically to PCS 2.0 http://new.precisionconference.com/~sigchi <http://new.precisionconference.com/~sigchi>by the proposal submission deadline. In PCS 2.0, first click "Submissions" at the top of the page, from the dropdown menus for society, conference, and track select "SIGCHI", "IUI 2025" and "IUI 2025 Workshops", respectively, and press "Go". *

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Announcing Our Joint Keynote Speaker -VLHCC + PPIG 2024: Dr. Daniel Chávez Heras!

by Dulaji Hidellaarachchi

Dear Researchers, We are thrilled to share an exciting update about the upcoming editions of VL/HCC 2024 <https://conf.researchr.org/home/vlhcc-2024>, collocated with the Psychology of Programming Interest Group (PPIG) <https://ppig.org/workshops/2024-annual-workshop/>, which will be held from *September 2nd to 6th at the University of Liverpool, UK.* It is our great pleasure to announce that *Dr. Daniel Chávez Heras*, a distinguished lecturer in Digital Culture and Creative Computing at King's College London, will be the* joint keynote speaker* at our event. Dr. Chávez will present a keynote titled "*Computational Ekphrasis - Reflections on Generative Modes of Cultural Production."* This talk will explore the intersection of AI, visual culture, and language, examining how generative systems reshape our understanding and creation of visual media. This is a unique opportunity to gain insights into how contemporary AI technologies are influencing the digital humanities and beyond. Please mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details about the conference schedule and registration information. We also have upcoming deadlines for the *Journal-First track (June 4th) <https://conf.researchr.org/track/vlhcc-2024/vlhcc-2024-journal-first-presen…>, **Posters & Showpieces track (June 25th), <https://conf.researchr.org/track/vlhcc-2024/vlhcc-2024-posters-and-showpiec…> and Workshops & Tutorials (June 25th) <https://conf.researchr.org/track/vlhcc-2024/vlhcc-2024-workshops-and-tutori…> for VL/HCC,* and *Reflections, artworks, and demos (June 14th) <https://ppig.org/workshops/2024-annual-workshop/>for PPIG.* Please visit the respective websites to see more details and submit your amazing work! Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm for VL/HCC and PPIG. We are excited to welcome you to what promises to be an enlightening and engaging conference. Best regards, Dulaji Hidellaarachchi Publicity & Social Media Chair VL/HCC’2024 & PPIG 2024 On behalf of VL/HCC & PPIG organising committees --------- *Dr Dulaji Hidellaarachchi* * | Research Fellow* * | Department of Software Systems and Cybersecurity* * | Faculty of Information Technology* * | Monash University* * | Clayton VIC 3800* * | Australia * E: Dulaji.Hidellaarachchi(a)monash.edu https://dulajih.com <https://www.dulajih.com/>

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CfP: MCMI Workshop 2024 - Multi- and Cross-Modal Information for Enhanced Pattern Recognition

by Salvatore Sorce

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ MCMI Workshop 2024 - Multi- and Cross-Modal Information for Enhanced Pattern Recognition In conjunction with the 26th International Conference on Pattern Recognition (ICPR 2024). MCMI 2024 @ ICPR 2024 Website: mcmi2024.unikore.it December 1, 2024, Kolkata, India +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ *** Important Dates *** ++ Electronic submission of full papers: July 1, 2024 ++ Notification of paper acceptance: September 1, 2024 ++ Camera-ready of accepted papers: September 27, 2024 ++ Workshop: December 1, 2024 *********************************************************************** Goal *********************************************************************** The MCMI workshop aims to explore the convergence and fusion of information from multiple modalities, forming the backbone of modern AI systems for robust pattern recognition and understanding. This interdisciplinary workshop encourages collaboration across fields such as audio processing, computer vision, and natural language processing. It serves as a venue to discuss recent findings, share innovative methodologies, and address future directions in multimodal pattern analysis. Such integrative approaches are crucial not only for academic research but also for technological advancements in the industry, transforming how we interact with the world and fostering new possibilities for innovation. *********************************************************************** Topics of Interest *********************************************************************** We invite submissions of high-quality papers reporting original research and significant new work not under review or published elsewhere in the following areas: - Technological Advancements in Multimodal Systems - Multimodal Fusion Strategies - Deep Learning Architectures for Multimodal Fusion - Cross-Modal Feature Extraction and Learning - Audio-Visual Speech Recognition - Scene and Object Recognition from Audio-Visual Cues - Temporal Dynamics in Multimodal Data Processing - Robustness and Generalization across Diverse Modalities - Applications and Interaction in Multimodal Systems - Emotion Recognition in Multimodal Data - Natural Language Processing for Multimedia Content - Multimodal Datasets and Benchmarks - Novel Interaction Paradigms for Multimodal Data Acquisition - Security, Ethics, and Transparency in Multimodal Systems - Ethical Considerations in Multimodal Data Processing - Privacy-Preserving Multimodal Learning - Explainable AI (XAI) in Multimodal Systems - Security and Robustness in Multimodal Systems - Adversarial Attacks and Defense in Multimodal Systems Topics aligned with cutting-edge technological trends and research. ************************************************************************ Submission Guidelines ************************************************************************* Papers must be formatted according to Springer's LNCS template and submitted via the workshop's submission system. Submissions should present substantial new work and should not be under review elsewhere: - Paper length: 5 to 10 pages in Springer LNCS format, including figures, tables, and references. - Submission link: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/MCMI2024/ - Peer review: Single-blind - All submissions will be reviewed by at least three experts in the field. Accepted papers will be published in the Lecture Notes in Computer Science series by Springer, and at least one author of each accepted paper must register for the workshop by the camera-ready deadline. ************************************************************************* Workshop Organizers ************************************************************************* - Moreno La Quatra, Kore University of Enna, Italy - Nicole Dalia Cilia, Kore University of Enna, Italy - Vincenzo Conti, Kore University of Enna, Italy - Salvatore Sorce, Kore University of Enna, Italy - Giovanni Garraffa, Kore University of Enna, Italy - Valerio Mario Salerno, Kore University of Enna, Italy For questions regarding the submission process, please contact the organizers at mcmi(a)unikore.it. ************************************************************************* Diversity and Inclusion Statement ************************************************************************* MCMI 2024 is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes equity. We encourage submissions from underrepresented groups and strive to create a welcoming and respectful environment for all participants. We are dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone. We do not tolerate harassment of participants in any form. All communication should be appropriate for a professional audience, including people of many different backgrounds. We expect participants to follow these rules during the whole workshop. We thank our participants for their cooperation in helping us create a safe and positive workshop experience for everyone.

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ACM GoodIT'24: Special Track on Educating for a Sustainable Digital Future -- Final Call for Paper Submission

by Announce

*** Final Call for Paper Submission *** ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (GoodIT''24) 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany Special Track on Educating for a Sustainable Digital Future https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/ ( *** Submission Deadline: 17 June 2024 (FIRM) ***) SCOPE Exploring the development of our digital future requires a comprehensive examination of both individual and societal consequences. Placing excessive emphasis on individual gains, a common practice in individualistic societies for many years, has hindered the ability to grasp the complex dynamics and forward-thinking mindset essential for the sustainability of a contemporary society. The evolving landscape of technology and the ongoing digital advancements have paved the way for creative applications in the field of education, allowing us to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances. When shaping a new approach for Information Systems and Information Technology education, it is crucial to emphasize the significance of individuals as key stakeholders and integral members of the wider community, while also recognizing the pivotal role of collaboration. In this track, we are searching for papers employing innovative technology and approaches to educate the future generation towards world equality, collegiality, inclusion and a more cooperative learning for a sustainable digital future. Values which are emphasized in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which overall aim towards creating a more equitable, sustainable, and peaceful world. This track is particularly relevant to IS/IT educators and those creative IT practitioners who care about developing a sustainable digital future. TOPICS Potential topics for papers include (but are not limited to): • Sustainable and innovative education technologies and practices • Universal access to quality education • The new role for IS/IT in society and education and the value of information and knowledge • The role of cooperative learning for life-long learning and societal developments • Digital transformation: opportunities and challenges for education, work, and society • Digital learning environments: Innovations and trends • Equality, diversity, and inclusion in education, work, and society • The use of large language models and generative AI in education • New topics and domains in IT-enhanced education We hope to attract the interest of IS/IT educators and those creative IT practitioners who care about developing a sustainable digital future. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Please refer to the instructions on the conference web site: https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/submission-of-papers/ . All accepted papers will be included in the ACM Digital Library . IMPORTANT DATES • Submission deadline: 17 June 2024 (AoE) (***FIRM***) • Notification of acceptance: 8 July 2024 • Camera ready: 19 July 2024 TRACK CHAIRS • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus • Vasso Stylianou, University of Nicosia, Cyprus CONTACT DETAILS Vasso Stylianou, stylianou.v(a)unic.ac.cy

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[CfP] 5th IEEE International Symposium on the Internet of Sounds - Erlangen, Germany, Sep 30-Oct 2 2024

by Luca Turchet

<-- Apologies for cross-posting, please distribute widely --> *5th **IEEE **International Symposium on the Internet of Sounds* International Audio Laboratories Erlangen 30 September - 2 October 2024 *https://internetofsounds2024.ieee-is2.org/ <https://internetofsounds2024.ieee-is2.org/>* We are pleased to invite you to the 5th IEEE International Symposium on the Internet of Sounds (IEEE IS2 2024). The Internet of Sounds is an emerging research field at the intersection of the Sound and Music Computing and the Internet of Things domains. The symposium will be hosted at the International Audio Laboratories Erlangen <https://www.audiolabs-erlangen.de/>, Germany, a joint institution of the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) and Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS. The aim is to bring together academics and industry to investigate and advance the development of Internet of Sounds technologies by using novel tools and processes. The event will consist of presentations, keynotes, panels, poster presentations, demonstrations, tutorials, music performances, and installations. *Satellite Events* The program will include two satellite events: - The 1st IEEE International Workshop on the Musical Metaverse <https://internetofsounds2024.ieee-is2.org/workshop/ieee-iwmm-workshop> - The 2nd IEEE International Workshop on Networked Immersive Audio <https://internetofsounds2024.ieee-is2.org/workshop/ieee-iwnia-workshop> For the topics addressed in each workshop please visit the respective webpages. *Keynote Speakers* The program will include three keynotes: · Toon van Waterschoot, KU Leuven · Georg Hajdu, Hamburg University of Music and Theatre · Hanna Lukashevich, Fraunhofer Institute for Digital Media Technology IDMT *Call for Papers and Demos* Topics of interest include and are not limited to: · Networked immersive audio for the Internet of Sounds · Wireless acoustic sensor networks · Web Audio for the Internet of Sounds · Networked Musical XR · Semantic Audio applications for the Internet of Sounds · Embedded audio · 5G/6G architectures leveraging slicing and Multi-access Edge Computing · Smart musical instruments · Networked music performance systems · Detection and classification of sounds in acoustic sensor networks · Sonification for Internet of Sounds applications · Participatory live music performances · Musical haptics for the Internet of Musical Things · Music education applications for the Internet of Musical Things · Intelligent music production in Internet of Musical Things contexts · Protocols and exchange formats for the Internet of Sounds · Ecoacoustics · Ubiquitous music · Privacy and security in acoustic sensor networks · Visualization and Sonification of acoustic sensor networks · Audio datasets for Deep Learning and Data Mining · Challenges in the management and delivery of large audio databases · Visualization, access, and indexing of audio databases · Cloud-based services for musical and audio applications · Improving accessibility and inclusiveness within the Internet of Sounds · Sustainability and ethical aspects of the Internet of Sounds · Music information retrieval in networked applications We consider submissions in the form of: - Full paper (min 5 pages, max 10 pages) - Poster paper (min 2 pages, max 4 pages) - Demo proposal (max 2 pages) Authors are welcome to submit to all three tracks. We encourage the submission of work in progress as well as more mature work. However, only the contributions of at least 4 pages are eligible for inclusion in the conference proceedings to be submitted to IEEE. *Paper Submission* All submissions will be fully, single-blind peer-reviewed. The expected number of pages for contribution should not exceed 10 pages for paper. Authors must follow IEEE ethical and writing guidelines. LaTeX and Word template: https://www.ieee.org/conferences/publishing/templates.html Submission portal: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=is22024paper *Call for Internet of Sounds Performances and Installations* We invite submissions that showcase the internet of sounds in performance and sound installations. Proposed works should have a clear connection to the conference and may relate to a technical paper or demo submission. We particularly invite pieces that last 5-12 minutes, however, shorter and longer performance proposals will be considered. *Performances and Installations Submission* A proposal (compiled in a single pdf) should include: · One-page project description · One-page description of technical requirements · Short program notes · Artist bio(s) · URL to any performance/installation audio or audio-visual documentation (if available). The documentation link should use streaming-only services, e.g., SoundCloud, Vimeo, YouTube. Please keep in mind the following when preparing performance and installation submissions: - Space requirements: Indicate whether the work would be more suitable for a university environment (hallways, staircases, indoor and outdoor plazas), club, traditional concert stage, gallery, public space, or other venue. For questions regarding equipment and venue descriptions, please contact the Music & Installations Co-chairs - Performer(s): List all performers that would need to be involved. Please note that the organizers cannot provide funding to support performers' travel or accommodation. - Feasibility: Provide evidence of the feasibility of the performance or installation. Include documentation and list of previous performances of the submitted or related work that demonstrate the submitter's capacity to implement the proposal. Submission portal: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=is22024music *Important Dates* - All submission deadlines: July 10, 2024 - Author notification: August 15, 2024 - Camera-ready due: September 9, 2024 - Early registration deadline: August 26, 2024 - Late registration deadline: September 23, 2024 - Symposium dates: September 30 – Oct 2, 2024 *Awards* The Organizing Committee will select the winners for the Best Paper, Best Student Paper, and Best Demo awards. To be eligible for the Best Student Paper award, the presenting and first author of the paper must be a full-time student. *Organizing Committee* - Local Chair: Nils Peters – International Audio Laboratories Erlangen, University of Erlangen-Nürnberg - Paper Co-chair: Jakob Abeßer – Fraunhofer Institute for Digital Media Technology IDMT - Paper Co-chair: Joseph Malloch – Dalhousie University - Music & Installations Co-chair: Esther Fee Reinhardt – University of Music and Performing Arts Munich - Music & Installations Co-chair: Marlon Schumacher – Institute for Music informatics and Musicology Karlsruhe - Demo Chair: Robert Hupke – Sennheiser - Diversity Chair: Claudia Rinaldi – National Inter-University Consortium for Telecommunications - Industry Liaison Chair: Jan Dürre – Sennheiser - Communication Chair: Birgit Popp – Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS - Facility Chair: Stefan Turowski – International Audio Laboratories Erlangen, University of Erlangen-Nürnberg - General Chair: Luca Turchet – University of Trento *General Contact* Enquiries can be addressed to conference-is2-2024(a)fau.de ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Luca Turchet*, Ph.D. Associate Professor Head of the *Creative, Intelligent & Multisensory Interactions Laboratory* <https://www.cimil.disi.unitn.it/> Chair of the *IEEE Emerging Technology Initiative on the Internet of Sounds* <https://www.comsoc.org/about/committees/emerging-technologies-initiatives/i…> Founder and President of the* Internet of Sounds Research Network <https://www.internetofsounds.net/>* Department of Information Engineering and Computer Science University of Trento Via Sommarive 9 - 38123 Trento - Italy E-mail: luca.turchet(a)unitn.it Tel: +39 0461 283792

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Extended Deadline - Call for Papers ACM GoodIT 2024

by Mirko Franco

ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference Call for Papers 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/ The ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (GoodIT 2024) is a premier international forum for researchers, practitioners, and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns, as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of data and technology for addressing Social Good and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome contributions that delve into the nexus of technology, data science, and social well-being, exploring how these domains interconnect and impact society. Alongside the main track, the conference includes the Work-in-Progress and PhD Track. The Work-in-Progress Track is an excellent opportunity for practitioners and researchers to present early-stage work, offering a platform for sharing innovative ideas, receiving feedback, and fostering discussions and collaborations. The PhD Track is designed for PhD students at different stages of their research. It provides a valuable opportunity for these students to present and refine their research under the guidance of experienced researchers. Additionally, the program will be enriched with several Special Tracks. The forthcoming Call for Papers will outline these tracks' details and specific topics. We welcome submissions on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: IT and Data Science for Social Good: Social Impact of Machine Learning Applications Data and algorithmic biases and potential societal risks Large language models (LLMs) and GenAI models impact on society Fairness, Accountability, and Transparency in Machine Learning Citizen Science IT for smart living, Health and social care Technology for Social Good: AI and Machine Learning for Social and Humanitarian response IoT Solutions for Sustainable Development Decentralized approaches to IT Digital Solutions for Cultural Heritage Game, entertainment, and multimedia applications IT for education Environmental Sustainability and Technology: Green Computing and Energy-Efficient Technologies Climate Change Modeling and Environmental Science Smart Cities and Sustainable Urban Development Sustainable Networking and Communication Systems Technology addressing the digital divide Ethics, Policy, and Governance in Tech for Social Good: Regulatory and Policy Frameworks for Ethical Tech Governance of AI and Autonomous Systems in Social Contexts Digital Rights and Freedom in the Age of Technology Data Privacy and Security in Social Applications Submission Guidelines: Submitted papers must be original works and must not have been previously published. All papers must clearly outline the research question, methodology, results, and implications for social good. The papers should follow the new ACM format (https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/taps-production-…). Main Track and Special Tracks Full Paper Submission should be a maximum of 12 pages; Work-in-Progress papers should be a maximum of 8 pages; Ph.D. track papers should be a maximum of 5 The indicated paper length includes references, tables, and figures. Documents with a length disproportionate to their contribution will be rejected. These submissions will undergo a single-blind peer review process involving three evaluations each. Accepted papers will be included in the ACM Digital Library. Each accepted paper must have at least one of its authors register for and physically present the work at the conference. Please consider that this is a condition to ensure the paper is included in the conference proceedings. For additional details, please check the “Submission of Papers” (https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/submission-of-papers/) web page. Important Dates: Full Paper Submission Extended Deadline: June 17th, 2024 (FIRM) Notification of Paper Acceptance: July 8th, 2024 Camera-Ready Submission: July 19th, 2024 Conference Dates: 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany Submission Portal: Please submit your papers through our online submission portal available at https://goodit2024.hotcrp.com/ Contact Us: For any inquiries regarding the call for papers, please contact pmanzoni(a)disca.upv.es We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at the ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference! ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference Committee

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ACM UMAP 2024 | Tutorials & Registration

by Wanling Cai

* We apologize if you receive multiple copies of this email * * Online version (registration): https://www.um.org/umap2024/registration/ * Online version (tutorials): https://www.um.org/umap2024/tutorials/ ACM UMAP 2024: The 32nd ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy July 1-4, 2024 There’s still time to register for UMAP 2024 Conference! - Registration information: https://www.um.org/umap2024/registration/ - Standard Registration until June 21, 2024 - Onsite Registration By July 4, 2024 * Registration Link: https://cvent.me/ekykDz *This year, UMAP 2024 will include 5 tutorials:* *Trustworthy User Modeling and Recommendation From Technical and Regulatory Perspectives* Several efforts in Europe (e.g., the AI Act) and beyond have highlighted the significance of regulating AI technology, which has substantial implications for research and development in the areas of user modelling and recommender systems. It particularly requires actions to enhance the trust of various stakeholders in the processes and outcomes of corresponding R&D activities. This 90-minute tutorial will address these implications from both technical and regulatory perspectives. It will provide an interdisciplinary overview of recent regulations, with a specific focus on the core areas of (1) fairness and non-discrimination, (2) privacy and security, and (3) transparency and explainability. The tutorial will empower its audience with a deep understanding of the social and ethical consequences of their work, and of recent ethical guidelines and regulatory frameworks addressing the aforementioned dimensions. It will discuss relevant research and offer practical examples that address the aforementioned trustworthiness aspects. Furthermore, it will demonstrate how new regulations impact the daily work of the audience. * Website: https://socialcomplab.github.io/Trustworthy-UMAP-Tutorial-24/ *Collaborative Team Recommendation for Skilled Users: Objectives, Techniques, and New Perspectives* Collaborative team recommendation involves selecting users with certain skills to form a team who will, more likely than not, accomplish a complex task successfully. To automate the traditionally tedious and error-prone manual process of team formation, researchers from several scientific spheres have proposed methods to tackle the problem. In this tutorial, while providing a taxonomy of team recommendation works based on their algorithmic approaches to model skilled users in collaborative teams, we perform a comprehensive and hands-on study of the graph-based approaches that comprise the mainstream in this field, then cover the neural team recommenders as the cutting-edge class of approaches. Further, we provide unifying definitions, formulations, and evaluation schema. Last, we introduce details of training strategies, benchmarking datasets, and open-source tools, along with directions for future works. * Website: https://fani-lab.github.io/OpeNTF/tutorial/umap24/ *DECI: Designing Effective Conversational Interfaces* The rise in popularity of conversational agents has enabled humans to interact with machines more naturally. There is a growing familiarity among people with conversational interactions mediated by technology due to the widespread use of mobile devices and messaging services. Over half the population on our planet has access to the Internet with ever-lowering barriers to accessibility. Though text modality is a dominant way to implement CUIs today, foundational AI models enable the implementation of multimodal CUIs using voice and visual modality. Adopting visual and auditory cues in addition to text-based responses provides an engaging user experience, specifically in complex scenarios like health guidance, and job interviewing, among others. This tutorial will present a review of state-of-the-art research and best practices on building and deploying multimodal CUIs and synthesize the open research challenges in supporting such CUIs. The tutorial will also showcase the benefits of employing novel conversational interfaces in the domains of human-AI decision-making, health and well-being, information retrieval, and crowd computing. We will discuss the potential of conversational interfaces in facilitating and mediating the interactions of people with AI systems. * Website: https://sites.google.com/view/decitutorial *Paradigm Shifts in User Modeling: A Journey from Historical Foundations to Emerging Trends* The tutorial is designed to act as a detailed guide through the evolving field of user modeling research, highlighting the significant changes that have recently reshaped this area of study. We provide an overview of the vast and continuously expanding areas of user modeling and profiling, covering both their historical development and technical aspects. Our goal is to clarify the meanings of each crucial term in this field, thereby reducing misunderstandings and misinterpretations. At the heart of our tutorial, we will delve into the significant paradigm shifts witnessed in the last few years, primarily driven by advances in technology, along with the latest research trends and innovative directions in the domain. We explore and elaborate on progress in areas such as user behavior modeling, user representation, and beyond-accuracy perspectives. Throughout the presentation, we intend to actively involve the audience in discussions to promote an interactive and engaging learning experience. * Website: https://link.erasmopurif.com/tutorial-umap24 *Mastering Mind and Movement. ACM UMAP 2024 Tutorial on Modeling Intelligent Psychomotor Systems (M3@ACM UMAP 2024)* Research in the psychomotor field to provide personalization support to users represents several research challenges. The objective of the M3@ACM UMAP 2024 tutorial is to provide all level researchers of the UMAP community with methodologies, tools and techniques to model complex psychomotor behaviours that can later personalize learning support in realms like sports, physical education or for rehabilitation purposes, providing insights into data gathering from activities that involve human movements. In the M3 tutorial we will focus on how to take advantage of a learning analytics platform to support data engineering processes applied to the psychomotor domain, thus allowing for a practical and guided experience to the tutorial participants. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, recording specific movements and learning how to capture human body keypoints and model psychomotor learning. * Website: https://phyum.uned.es/m3umap24/

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Call for applications - 11th Young Researchers in Human-Computer Interaction Meeting - 30Sept-4Oct - Oléron, France

by BIANCARDI Beatrice

Hello everyone! The schedule of the 11th Rencontres des Jeunes Chercheuses et Jeunes Chercheurs en Interaction Humain-Machine (RJC) is available, we are waiting for your applications! Since 2000, the aim of the RJC has been to train future professional researchers in Human-Computer Interaction. This year they will take place from 30 September to 4 October at Village de Vacances du C.A.E.S. du C.N.R.S., Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France. PhD and Master's students working in the field of HCI are invited to attend. Places are limited, with 20% of places reserved for students from universities outside France. Important dates : · 31 May: submissions deadline · 30 June: notification of acceptance For more practical information about the RJC and how to apply, visit the RJC website: https://rjc24.afihm.org/ Don't hesitate to spread the word! Best regards, Vanessa and Beatrice [cid:image001.png@01DAB114.B93C4CD0] Beatrice BIANCARDI Enseignante-Chercheuse LINEACT CESI bbiancardi(a)cesi.fr<mailto:bbiancardi@cesi.fr> https://beatricebiancardi.gitlab.io/ Tel : +33 (0)6 71 62 50 45 93 boulevard de La Seine CS 40177 - 92006 Nanterre cedex [cid:image002.png@01DAB114.B93C4CD0]<https://www.facebook.com/CESIingenieurs> [cid:image003.png@01DAB114.B93C4CD0]<https://twitter.com/cesi_officiel> [cid:image004.png@01DAB114.B93C4CD0]<https://www.youtube.com/user/groupecesi1/> [cid:image005.png@01DAB114.B93C4CD0]<https://www.linkedin.com/school/cesi-officiel/> [cid:image006.png@01DAB114.B93C4CD0]<https://www.instagram.com/cesi_officiel/> cesi.fr<https://www.cesi.fr/>

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[CFP] Special Track on "Citizen Science as a tool for Social Good" -> ACM GoodIT 2024 (extended deadline: May 31)

by Catia Prandi

*** Apologies for cross-posting *** === Special Track on Citizen Science as a tool for Social Good (CS4Good) === In conjunction with ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (ACM GoodIT 2024), 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany ### LINK https://sites.google.com/view/cs4good/ ### IMPORTANT DATES -> Papers Submission: May 31sh, 2024 (extended!) -> Notification of acceptance: July 8th, 2024 -> Camera Ready submission: July 19th, 2024 ### SCOPE The CS4Good special track provides a unique opportunity to explore ground-breaking research contributions addressing Citizen Science within the specific context of social good. Social good refers to societal benefits from CS activities such as environmental justice and protection, inclusion and learning of underrepresented communities, public health promotion and equity, innovation and literacy, and advances and trust in science. TOPICS: Case studies of Citizen science applications for social good Citizens’ engagement and motivation Innovative solutions supporting CS and social good (e.g., Virtual Reality, Augmented reality, smart sensors) Data collection, accuracy, and trustworthiness Ethics and privacy issues Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Citizen Science Gamification and Game Thinking Data visualization and data literacy Crowdsourcing and crowdsensing ### PAPERS PUBLICATION Submitted papers must be original works and must not have been previously published. They will be peer-reviewed (three reviews). All accepted and presented papers will be included in the conference proceedings published in ACM Digital Library. At least one of the authors of all accepted papers must register and present the work in presence at the conference; otherwise, the paper will not be published in the proceedings. ### ORGANIZERS Catia Prandi, University of Bologna, Italy Christothea Herodotou, Open University, UK _________________________________________ Catia Prandi, PhD. Senior Assistant professor (RTD B), Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Bologna

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Seminario, Dragan Ahmetovic, DEIB - PoliMI, 27 Maggio, 13:30

by Maristella Matera

Carissimi, lunedì 27 Maggio alle 13:30, presso la Sala Seminari "Nicola Schiavoni" del DEIB (Edificio 20) - Politenico di Milano, Dragan Ahmetovic terrà un seminario dal titolo "Interaction Substitution for Mobile Games Accessibility and Exergaming". Trovate sotto l'abstract e una breve biografia di Dragan. Vi invitiamo a partecipare, sia in presenza per chi può raggiungere facilmente il Politecnico di Milano, sia in streaming al seguente link: https://polimi-it.zoom.us/j/92625905865 Non mancate! Un caro saluto, Maristella ---------------------------------- Interaction Substitution for Mobile Games Accessibility and Exergaming Mobile device interaction is based on touchscreen usage, which poses significant accessibility barriers to people with upper extremity motor impairments. Existing solutions, provided as software services, enable access to most mobile device functionalities by substituting the default touchscreen interaction paradigm with simpler alternatives. This is commonly achieved by replacing direct touchscreen access to interface elements with their sequential traversal, until a target element is reached. However, sequential access is slower, and therefore not suited for apps having time-constrained interaction requirements, such as games. Furthermore, since common game development kits do not advertise their interface elements to the mobile operating system, in many cases alternative interaction paradigms cannot be used at all. To address these issues, we research novel interaction substitution approaches that rely on the direct mapping of alternative triggering actions to touchscreen interaction events, which are previously annotated on the interface of a target game. The proposed approach can be used as an accessibility layer to make existing and popular games accessible without directly intervening on their code. Within this framework, we explore the design space of the alternative triggering actions, proposing four input modalities that can be personalized to the specific user needs. Through a series of studies with representative users, we assess the accuracy, time overhead, workload and appreciation of the proposed alternative inputs, compared to non-mediated touchscreen access by people without disabilities. Finally, we explore the applicability of the approach to telerehabilitation by transforming existing mobile games into full-fledged exergames. Dragan Ahmetovic is an associate professor at the Department of Computer Science of the University of Milan. His research focuses on assistive technologies designed to augment the cognitive capabilities of users and overcome barriers that limit their access to information and physical world. He investigates embodied sensing, knowledge retrieval, intelligent user interfaces and human-computer interaction, mediated by mobile and pervasive devices. Dragan conducted his doctoral studies at EveryWare Lab of the University of Milan and received his Ph.D. in March 2015. Afterwards, he worked as a postdoctoral fellow and project scientist at the Cognitive Assistance Lab of Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, USA and as a postdoctoral researcher at the “S. Polin” Laboratory for Research and Experimentation with Novel Assistive Technologies for STEM at the University of Turin, Italy.

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PhD fellowship available at the Human Interfaces in Information Systems Laboratory, CNR-ISTI, Pisa, Italy

by Fabio Paternò

We are looking for candidates for one three-year PhD scholarship that will be carried out at the at the Human Interfaces in Information Systems (HIIS) Laboratory at CNR-ISTI The fellowship is associated with the PhD school at the Computer Science department of the University of Pisa in the area of Human Control in Daily Environment Automations for Sustainability. The specific PhD topic will be defined taking into account the background and the interests of the candidate. The HIIS Laboratory is a creative and multi-disciplinary interactive technologies research laboratory, with deep and extensive research collaborations, at national and international level, industrial partners, and a supportive and inclusive working environment. Pisa is a lively small town located in Tuscany, near the coast, characterised by the presence of a rich research ecosystem (three Universities and many research centres) very active in the ICT area. We are therefore looking for deserving candidates. It is useful to have some programming knowledge, interest and passion for the considered topics, and to carry out research activities. The application procedure is available at <https://dottorato.unipi.it/index.php/en/application-process-for-the-academi c-year-2024-2025/item/849.html> https://dottorato.unipi.it/index.php/en/application-process-for-the-academic -year-2024-2025/item/849.html The deadline is 20th June 2024 at 13.00 Italian time. The candidate should select the scholarship associated with the topic INFO/02_B Human Control in Daily Environment Automations for Sustainability. Applicants must have earned a master degree by the end of October 2024. The PhD fellowship will start on 1 November 2024 For more information you can contact fabio.paterno at isti.cnr.it

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Call for Paper-10th International Conference on Networks, Mobile Communications and Telematics (NMOCT 2024)

by peter francis

*10th International Conference on Networks, Mobile Communications and Telematics (NMOCT 2024)* *July 20 ~ 21, 2024, Toronto, Canada* https://csty2024.org/nmoct/index Scope *10th International Conference on Networks, Mobile Communications and Telematics (NMOCT 2024)* is a forum for presenting new advances and research results in the fields of Network, Mobile communications and Telematics. The aim of the conference is to provide a platform to the researchers and practitioners from both academia as well as industry to meet and share cutting-edge development in the field. Authors are solicited to contribute to the conference by submitting articles that illustrate research results, projects, surveying works and industrial experiences that describe significant advances in the following areas, but are not limited to. *Topics of Interest include, but are not limited to, the follow* · Mobile Communications and Telematics · Mobile Network Management and Service Infrastructure · Mobile Computing · Integrated Mobile Marketing Communications · Efficacy of Mobile Communications · Mobile Communication Applications · Critical Success Factors for Mobile Communication Diffusion · Metric Mobile Business Enterprise · Mobile Communication Security Issues and Requirements · Mobile and Handheld Devices in the Education · Telematics · Tele-Learning · Privacy and Security in Mobile Computing and Wireless Systems · Cross-Cultural Mobile Communication Issues · Integration and Interworking of Wired and Wireless Networks · Location Management for Mobile Communications · Distributed Systems Aspects of Mobile Computing · Next Generation Internet · Next Generation Web Architectures · Network Operations and Management · Adhoc and Sensor Networks · Internet and Web Applications · Ubiquitous Networks · Wireless Multimedia Systems · Wireless Communications · Heterogeneous Wireless Networks · Operating System and Middleware Support for Mobile Computing · Interaction and Integration in Mobile Communications · Business Models for Mobile Communications · E-Commerce & E-Governance · Nomadic and Portable Communication · Wireless Information Assurance · Mobile Multimedia Architecture and Network Management · Mobile Multimedia Network Traffic Engineering & Optimization · Mobile Multimedia Infrastructure Developments · Mobile Multimedia Markets & Business Models · Personalization, Privacy and Security in Mobile Multimedia · Mobile Computing Software Architectures · Network & Communications · Network Protocols & Wireless Networks · Network Architectures · High Speed Networks · Routing, Switching and Addressing Techniques · Measurement and Performance Analysis · Peer To Peer and Overlay Networks · Qos and Resource Management · Network Based Applications · Network Security · Self-Organizing Networks and Networked Systems · Mobile & Broadband Wireless Internet · Recent Trends & Developments in Computer Networks *Paper Submission * Authors are invited to submit papers through the conference Submission System <https://csty2024.org/submission/index.php> by *May 25, 2024.* Submissions must be original and should not have been published previously or be under consideration for publication while being evaluated for this conference. The proceedings of the conference will be published by Computer Science Conference Proceedings <http://airccse.org/cscp.html> in Computer Science & Information Technology (CS & IT) series (Confirmed). <http://airccse.org/cscp.html> Selected papers from *NMOCT 2024*, after further revisions, will be published in the special issues of the following journals · International Journal of Computer Science & Information Technology (IJCSIT) - INSPEC, WJCI Indexed <http://airccse.org/journal/ijcsit.html> · International Journal of Mobile Network Communications & Telematics (IJMNCT) <https://wireilla.com/ijmnct/index.html> · International Journal of Ad hoc, sensor & Ubiquitous Computing (IJASUC) <http://airccse.org/journal/ijasuc/ijasuc.html> · Information Technology in Industry (ITII) <http://it-in-industry.com/> *Important Dates* · *Submission Deadline : * *May 25,** 2024* · Authors Notification: June 22, 2024 · Registration & camera - Ready Paper Due: June 29, 2024 *Contact Us * Here's where you can reach us nmoct(a)csty2024.orgor nmoct.confe(a)yahoo.com *Paper Submission Link* *https://csty2024.org/submission/index.php* <https://csty2024.org/submission/index.php>

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[IxD&A Journal] Issue N. 60 is now available for free reading and downloading

by Carlo Giovannella

======================================================== /Apologize for unintended cross-mailing/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- *International Journal on Interaction Design & Architecture(s) - IxD&A* *https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-000 *established in 2005 SCOPUS and ESCI (Emerging Sources Citation Index - Web of Science, Thomson Reuters) indexed Journal implements also video presentations of the published contributions. CiteScore 2022: 2.0 (Q1: Design (/Architecture); Q2: Media Technology, Education; Q3: Human Computer Interaction) To help us to improve the *reader/author experience* please, if you have not already done, take part in the *survey* -> SCIENTIFIC JOURNALS & USER EXPERIENCE <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpUR_mbeNMSOjjNqSRa7ko-BJ6nkFh7w_…> ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Issue N. 60 -**the first issue of the 20th anniversary of IxD&A -* featuring the “stimulated paper” by /Melania Nitu and Mihai Dascalu/ on ‘/*Natural Language Processing Tools for Romanian – Going Beyond a Low-Resource Language.*/’; and the special issue on ‘*/Smart Learning Ecosystems as engines of the twin transitions./*’ guest edited by /Mihai Dascalu, Oscar Mealha, Sirje Virkus/ + regular papers is now available for free downloading https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-060 <https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-060> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ /IxD&A implements the Gold/Diamond Open Access road to its contents with no charge to the authors/ If you wish to help us in improving the quality of the journal, please donate: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=5EUX7C… <https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=5EUX7C…> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * * *IxD&A Journal, Issue N. 60 - ToC*/ / *Foreword: Inaugurating the 20th year of IxD&A journal.* Carlo Giovannella, pp. 5-6 *Stimulated paper* /Melania Nitu, Mihai Dascalu/ Natural Language Processing Tools for Romanian – Going Beyond a Low-Resource Language. pp. 7 – 26 /Special issue on:/ *Smart Learning Ecosystems as engines of the twin transitions.* *Preface: */Mihai Dascalu, Oscar Mealha, Sirje Virkus/ p. 27 – 31 /Pradipta Banerjee, Sobah Abbas Petersen/ Key elements, processes and research gaps in city learning as an innovation ecosystem: A scoping review, pp. 32 – 58 /Carlo Giovannella, Maria Rosaria Autiero/ The school as a place learning ecosystem – Participatory evaluation of the boundary conditions: the case of the IIS Amaldi, pp. 59 – 84 /Oihane Unciti, Antoni Martinez Ballesté, Ramon Palau/ Real-Time Emotion Recognition and its Effects in a Learning Environment, pp. 85 – 102 /José Quiles-Rodríguez, Josep M. Mateo-Sanz, Ramon Palau/ How does Coloured Lighting Influence the Affective Processes of Pupils?, pp. 103 – 121 /María Libertad Aguilar Carlos, Jaime Muñoz Arteaga, Gabriela Citlalli López Torres, José Eder Guzmán Mendoza/ Co-design a Digital Learning Ecosystem for Children with Disabilities: An Agile Model, pp. 122 – 146 /Melania Nitu, Mihai Dascalu, Maria Dorinela Dascalu, Laurentiu-Marian Neagu, Maria-Iuliana Dascalu/ Lib2Life – Digital Library Services Empowered with Advanced Natural Language Processing Techniques, pp. 147 – 167 /Neil Potnis, Lola Ben-Alon/ Earthen Builder Simulation: Representing Natural Materials and Embodied Carbon With Computational Play, pp. 168 – 193 /Tamas Kersanszki, Zoltán Márton, Kristóf Fenyvesi, Zsolt Lavicza, Ildikó Holik/ Minecraft in STEAM education – applying game-based learning to renewable energy, pp. 194 – 213 *Regular paper* /Carlos Alberto Peláez, Andrés Solano/ A practice for specifying user stories in multimedia system design: An approach to reduce ambiguity, pp. 214 – 236 /Massimo Bianchini, Stefano Maffei, Carla Sedini/ Exploring Circularity Toolkits for SMEs Learning Ecosystems, pp. 237 – 260 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------* *To keep updated join the IxD&A groups @: IxD&A Linkedin -> link <https://www.linkedin.com/groups/3785204/> IxD&A Facebook -> link <https://www.facebook.com/groups/528301461963022> Enjoy the videos of the "Meeting the Authors" events @: IxD&A Youtube channel -> link <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_F6Aa-zJERXS1H7IqbTtKA/videos> ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- IxD&A Privacy Policy <http://ixdea.uniroma2.it/inevent/events/idea2010/index.php?s=9&a=1> ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------* Forthcoming issues:* https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-000 • ‘STEAM teaching and learning: advances beyond the state of the art’ Guest editors: Hector Cardona-Reyes, Carlos Alberto Lara-Álvarez, Miguel Angel Ortiz Esparza, Klinge Orlando Villalba-Condori • ‘Smart Learning Ecosystems beyond 2030′ Guest editors: Gabriella Dodero, Carlo Giovannella, Francesca Pozzi • ‘Digital Crossroads: Enhancing Mediterranean Values through Human-Computer Interaction Research’ Guest editors: George Caridakis, Houda El Mimouni, Joel Lanir, Valentina Nisi, Giuliana Vitiello • ‘Digital Technologies for Supporting Inclusion’ Guest editors: Hasan Ferdous, Carsten Röcker, Syed Isthiaque Ahmed, Nusrat Jahan Mim • ‘Map-based interfaces and interactions’ Guest editors: Masood Masoodian, Saturnino Luz • ‘Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems’ Guest editors: Chiara Ceccarini, Catia Prandi, Alberto Monge Roffarello, Luigi De Russis ----------------------------------------------------------

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Call for Participation: DFIR Streams 0xA & 0xB

by Andrew Zayine

Dear All, The Cyber Forensics & Threat Investigations Research Community invites you to join us for our next webinars: "DFIR Stream 0xA" on Tuesday, May 21,⋅2:00 – 3:00 pm (BST) UK Time Title: "Deconstructing the Analyst Mindset", by Dr. Chris Sanders, Founder of Applied Network Defense, United States Register@ https://www.acfti.org/news-events/dfir-stream-0xa "DFIR Stream 0xB" on Tuesday, May 28, 4:00 – 5:00 pm (BST) UK Time Title: How to Detect when Residential IP Proxies are Used as a Botnet, by Dr. Elisa Chiapponi, Amadeus IT Group, France Register@ https://www.acfti.org/news-events/dfir-stream-0xb - Note that this event is online only. Hence, You must register to receive a link to connect. Due to limited availability, we kindly ask you to register as soon as possible to ensure your participation in the webinar of your choice. - For Students, A certificate of successful participation in the event will be delivered upon request for free (after verifying attendance), indicating the number of hours of the seminar (please make sure that you add the correct name in the registration form). This should be sufficient for those participants who plan to request ECTS recognition from their home university. Join us &stay tuned! #CyberSecurity #AnalystMindset #MachineLearning #AnomalyDetection Finally, I would like to remind you that the call for speakers is currently open on the dedicated DFIR stream website, https://dfir.stream/call-for-guest-speakers This event is brought to you by CFTIRC (Cyber Forensics & Threat Investigations Research Community). Best regards, ACFTI Secretariat

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ACM GoodIT'24: Special Track on Educating for a Sustainable Digital Future -- Last Mile for Paper Submission

by Announce

*** Last Mile for Paper Submission *** ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (GoodIT''24) Special Track on Educating for a Sustainable Digital Future https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/ ( *** Submission Deadline: 31 May 2024 (extended) ***) SCOPE Exploring the development of our digital future requires a comprehensive examination of both individual and societal consequences. Placing excessive emphasis on individual gains, a common practice in individualistic societies for many years, has hindered the ability to grasp the complex dynamics and forward-thinking mindset essential for the sustainability of a contemporary society. The evolving landscape of technology and the ongoing digital advancements have paved the way for creative applications in the field of education, allowing us to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances. When shaping a new approach for Information Systems and Information Technology education, it is crucial to emphasize the significance of individuals as key stakeholders and integral members of the wider community, while also recognizing the pivotal role of collaboration. In this track, we are searching for papers employing innovative technology and approaches to educate the future generation towards world equality, collegiality, inclusion and a more cooperative learning for a sustainable digital future. Values which are emphasized in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which overall aim towards creating a more equitable, sustainable, and peaceful world. This track is particularly relevant to IS/IT educators and those creative IT practitioners who care about developing a sustainable digital future. TOPICS Potential topics for papers include (but are not limited to): • Sustainable and innovative education technologies and practices • Universal access to quality education • The new role for IS/IT in society and education and the value of information and knowledge • The role of cooperative learning for life-long learning and societal developments • Digital transformation: opportunities and challenges for education, work, and society • Digital learning environments: Innovations and trends • Equality, diversity, and inclusion in education, work, and society • The use of large language models and generative AI in education • New topics and domains in IT-enhanced education We hope to attract the interest of IS/IT educators and those creative IT practitioners who care about developing a sustainable digital future. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Please refer to the instructions on the conference web site: https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/submission-of-papers/ . All accepted papers will be included in the ACM Digital Library . IMPORTANT DATES • Submission deadline: 31 May 2024 (AoE) (***extended***) • Notification of acceptance: 8 July 2024 • Camera ready: 19 July 2024 TRACK CHAIRS • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus • Vasso Stylianou, University of Nicosia, Cyprus CONTACT DETAILS Vasso Stylianou, stylianou.v(a)unic.ac.cy

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Extended Deadline - Call for Papers ACM GoodIT 2024

by Mirko Franco

ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference Call for Papers 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/ The ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (GoodIT 2024) is a premier international forum for researchers, practitioners, and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns, as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of data and technology for addressing Social Good and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome contributions that delve into the nexus of technology, data science, and social well-being, exploring how these domains interconnect and impact society. Alongside the main track, the conference includes the Work-in-Progress and PhD Track. The Work-in-Progress Track is an excellent opportunity for practitioners and researchers to present early-stage work, offering a platform for sharing innovative ideas, receiving feedback, and fostering discussions and collaborations. The PhD Track is designed for PhD students at different stages of their research. It provides a valuable opportunity for these students to present and refine their research under the guidance of experienced researchers. Additionally, the program will be enriched with several Special Tracks. The forthcoming Call for Papers will outline these tracks' details and specific topics. We welcome submissions on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: IT and Data Science for Social Good: Social Impact of Machine Learning Applications Data and algorithmic biases and potential societal risks Large language models (LLMs) and GenAI models impact on society Fairness, Accountability, and Transparency in Machine Learning Citizen Science IT for smart living, Health and social care Technology for Social Good: AI and Machine Learning for Social and Humanitarian response IoT Solutions for Sustainable Development Decentralized approaches to IT Digital Solutions for Cultural Heritage Game, entertainment, and multimedia applications IT for education Environmental Sustainability and Technology: Green Computing and Energy-Efficient Technologies Climate Change Modeling and Environmental Science Smart Cities and Sustainable Urban Development Sustainable Networking and Communication Systems Technology addressing the digital divide Ethics, Policy, and Governance in Tech for Social Good: Regulatory and Policy Frameworks for Ethical Tech Governance of AI and Autonomous Systems in Social Contexts Digital Rights and Freedom in the Age of Technology Data Privacy and Security in Social Applications Submission Guidelines: Submitted papers must be original works and must not have been previously published. All papers must clearly outline the research question, methodology, results, and implications for social good. The papers should follow the new ACM format (https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/taps-production-…). Main Track and Special Tracks Full Paper Submission should be a maximum of 12 pages; Work-in-Progress papers should be a maximum of 8 pages; Ph.D. track papers should be a maximum of 5 The indicated paper length includes references, tables, and figures. Documents with a length disproportionate to their contribution will be rejected. These submissions will undergo a single-blind peer review process involving three evaluations each. Accepted papers will be included in the ACM Digital Library. Each accepted paper must have at least one of its authors register for and physically present the work at the conference. Please consider that this is a condition to ensure the paper is included in the conference proceedings. For additional details, please check the “Submission of Papers” (https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/submission-of-papers/) web page. Important Dates: Full Paper Submission Extended Deadline: May 31st, 2024 Notification of Paper Acceptance: July 8th, 2024 Camera-Ready Submission: July 19th, 2024 Conference Dates: 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany Submission Portal: Please submit your papers through our online submission portal available at https://goodit2024.hotcrp.com/ Contact Us: For any inquiries regarding the call for papers, please contact pmanzoni(a)disca.upv.es We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at the ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference! ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference Committee

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ECSCW 2024 in Rimini: Registration open

by Tommaso Calo'

We are thrilled to announce that registration for ECSCW 2024 is now open! The European Conference on Computer-Supported Cooperative Work (ECSCW) is an international venue on practice-centred computing and the design of cooperation technologies. Registration page: https://ecscw.eusset.eu/2024/registration/ Deadlines: * May 16, 2024: Regular registration * June 3, 2024: Late registration Are you an earlier career researcher interested in attending ECSCW 2024, but facing difficulties due to scarcity of travel resources? Find out how you can apply for travel support at https://ecscw.eusset.eu/2024/travel-support/ Want to help as a Student Volunteer? Find out more at https://ecscw.eusset.eu/2024/student-volunteers/ === CONFERENCE PROGRAM === * Keynotes: https://ecscw.eusset.eu/2024/keynotes/ * Journal papers: https://ecscw.eusset.eu/2024/journal-papers-program/ * Notes: https://ecscw.eusset.eu/2024/notes-program/ * Exploratory papers: https://ecscw.eusset.eu/2024/exploratory-papers-program/ * Posters: https://ecscw.eusset.eu/2024/posters-program/ * Workshops: https://ecscw.eusset.eu/2024/workshops-program/ * Masterclasses: https://ecscw.eusset.eu/2024/masterclasses-program/ === For additional information, do not hesitate to contact us at chairs(a)ecscw.eusset.eu<mailto:chairs@ecscw.eusset.eu>. We look forward to seeing you in Rimini! The organizing team of ECSCW 2024

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Invitation to Submit Papers for VL/HCC 2024 Workshop: Challenges in Recruiting Participants for HCC Research

by Dulaji Hidellaarachchi

Dear Researchers, We are excited to invite you to participate in the VL/HCC 2024 workshop on “*Addressing Challenges in Recruiting Participants for Human-Centric Computing Research Studies,*” taking place on *September 2, 2024, in Liverpool, UK.* Are you interested in innovative strategies for recruiting participants for HCC research? Do you have experiences, whether positive or challenging, in designing, running, analyzing, or reporting HCC studies? Join us and share your insights! Topics Include: - Effective recruitment of industry, end-user, and student participants - Crowdsourcing for studies - Using generative AI as participants or for data processing - Overcoming recruitment challenges (number, diversity, engagement) - Data capturing and analysis in surveys, interviews, focus groups, and observations - Experiences with online or hybrid HCC studies - Reviews of HCC study participant recruitment *Submission Deadline: June 25, 2024* For more details and to submit your paper, please visit: VL/HCC 2024 Workshop Details <https://conf.researchr.org/track/vlhcc-2024/vlhcc-2024-workshops-and-tutori…> . We look forward to your contributions! Best Regards Dulaji Hidellaarachchi Publicity & Social media Chair On behalf of VL/HCC organising committee VL/HCC’2024 *Dr Dulaji Hidellaarachchi* * | Research Fellow* * | Department of Software Systems and Cybersecurity* * | Faculty of Information Technology* * | Monash University* * | Clayton VIC 3800* * | Australia * E: Dulaji.Hidellaarachchi(a)monash.edu https://dulajih.com <https://www.dulajih.com/>

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ACM UMAP 2024 - Early Bird Registration until May 16

by Wanling Cai

* We apologize if you receive multiple copies of this email * * Online version: https://www.um.org/umap2024/registration/ ACM UMAP 2024 – Early Bird Registration until May 16 ACM UMAP 2024: The 32nd ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy July 1-4, 2024 ACM UMAP – User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization – is the premier international conference for researchers and practitioners working on systems that adapt to individual users, to groups of users, and that collect, represent, and model user information. ACM UMAP is the successor to the biennial User Modeling (UM) and Adaptive Hypermedia and Adaptive Web-based Systems (AH) conferences that were merged in 2009. It is sponsored by ACM SIGCHI and SIGWEB, and organized with User Modeling Inc. as the Steering Committee. Proceedings are published by ACM and part of the ACM Digital Library. ACM UMAP 2024 is organized as an in-presence event, with online attendance support only during workshops and tutorials (i.e., the main conference will be run fully in-presence). Only workshops and tutorials will be streamed. ACM UMAP 2024’s organizers seek to foster an accessible and inclusive conference. We recognize that attendees have differing abilities to pay, and have instituted a tiered pricing program to accommodate different financial needs. Thanks for your interest in UMAP 2024! Please read the information link below carefully regarding costs and deadlines. * Registration information: https://www.um.org/umap2024/registration/ - Early Registration until May 16, 2024 - Standard Registration until June 21, 2024 - Onsite Registration By July 4, 2024 * Registration Link: https://cvent.me/ekykDz Contact Information If you have any questions or enquiries, please contact: umap2024-chair(a)um.org.

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Membership SIGCHI e Candidatura di Luigi De Russis

by Giuliana VITIELLO

Cari Tutti e care Tutte, Faccio seguito al mio messaggio di circa un anno fa per invitare nuovamente chi di voi non l'avesse già fatto a rinnovare la propria *iscrizione ad ACM SIGCHI*. E' davvero importante dare massima visibilità a livello internazionale a una comunità scientifica attiva e dinamica come la nostra. Per questo motivo vi esorto *fare iscrivere anche tutti i nostri studenti di dottorato*, che pagano una quota simbolica e che rappresentano il futuro dell'HCI italiana. Un modo per farli sentire parte attiva di questa comunità sin da subito. Quest'anno questo mio appello è particolarmente sentito, perché siamo prossimi alle elezioni del *SIGCHI 2024 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE*, che si apriranno ad Aprile e termineranno a Maggio/Giugno 2024 e che vedono la candidatura dell'attuale *Presidente Neha Kumar e di Luigi De Russis, in qualità di Executive Vice President* (i due nominativi “running as a team”, vanno votati insieme). Penso sia superfluo sottolineare l'importanza del ruolo di Executive VIce President affidato a un membro della nostra comunità, che negli anni scorsi ha dato grande prova di sensibilità verso le iniziative portate avanti dai nostri gruppi di ricerca, suggerendo di volta in volta strategie e strumenti che SIGCHI mette a disposizione per favorirne il successo. E' anche per questo motivo che vi chiedo di massimizzare gli sforzi e, cogliendo tutti i benefit della membership cui ho accennato, *votare Neha Kumar e Luigi De Russis*. Infine vi ricordo che chiunque può richiedere l'iscrizione a questa lista hcitaly(a)isti.cnr.it, tramite il form (https://mailman.isti.cnr.it/p ostorius/lists/hcitaly.isti.cnr.it/) o mandando una mail a hcitaly-join(a)isti.cnr.it con 'subscribe’ nell’oggetto della mail. Una volta iscritti ad ACM SIGCHI, mi auguro che tutti i nuovi membri chiedano di essere inseriti nella mailing list del Capitolo Italiano. Un caro saluto a tutti e ... a presto vedervi ad AVI2024! Giuliana Vitiello, *Chair del Capitolo Italiano SIGCHI ITALY* -- --- Prof. Giuliana Vitiello, PhD Director HCI-UsE Lab Department of Computer Science University of Salerno Italy phone +39 089 963317 cell +39 3666758965 https:// <https://docenti.unisa.it/003730/home> docenti.unisa.it/giuliana.vitiello

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[CFP] Special Track on "Citizen Science as a tool for Social Good" -> ACM GoodIT 2024

by Catia Prandi

*** Apologies for cross-posting *** === Special Track on Citizen Science as a tool for Social Good (CS4Good) === In conjunction with ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (ACM GoodIT 2024), 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany ### LINK https://sites.google.com/view/cs4good/ ### IMPORTANT DATES -> Papers Submission: May 17th, 2024 -> Notification of acceptance: July 8th, 2024 -> Camera Ready submission: July 19th, 2024 ### SCOPE The CS4Good special track provides a unique opportunity to explore ground-breaking research contributions addressing Citizen Science within the specific context of social good. Social good refers to societal benefits from CS activities such as environmental justice and protection, inclusion and learning of underrepresented communities, public health promotion and equity, innovation and literacy, and advances and trust in science. TOPICS: Case studies of Citizen science applications for social good Citizens’ engagement and motivation Innovative solutions supporting CS and social good (e.g., Virtual Reality, Augmented reality, smart sensors) Data collection, accuracy, and trustworthiness Ethics and privacy issues Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Citizen Science Gamification and Game Thinking Data visualization and data literacy Crowdsourcing and crowdsensing ### PAPERS PUBLICATION Submitted papers must be original works and must not have been previously published. They will be peer-reviewed (three reviews). All accepted and presented papers will be included in the conference proceedings published in ACM Digital Library. At least one of the authors of all accepted papers must register and present the work in presence at the conference; otherwise, the paper will not be published in the proceedings. ### ORGANIZERS Catia Prandi, University of Bologna, Italy Christothea Herodotou, Open University, UK _________________________________________ Catia Prandi, PhD. Senior Assistant professor (RTD B), Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Bologna

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Call for Papers - ACM GoodIT 2024

by Mirko Franco

ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference Call for Papers 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/ The ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (GoodIT 2024) is a premier international forum for researchers, practitioners, and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns, as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of data and technology for addressing Social Good and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome contributions that delve into the nexus of technology, data science, and social well-being, exploring how these domains interconnect and impact society. Alongside the main track, the conference includes the Work-in-Progress and PhD Track. The Work-in-Progress Track is an excellent opportunity for practitioners and researchers to present early-stage work, offering a platform for sharing innovative ideas, receiving feedback, and fostering discussions and collaborations. The PhD Track is designed for PhD students at different stages of their research. It provides a valuable opportunity for these students to present and refine their research under the guidance of experienced researchers. Additionally, the program will be enriched with several Special Tracks. The forthcoming Call for Papers will outline these tracks' details and specific topics. We welcome submissions on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: IT and Data Science for Social Good: Social Impact of Machine Learning Applications Data and algorithmic biases and potential societal risks Large language models (LLMs) and GenAI models impact on society Fairness, Accountability, and Transparency in Machine Learning Citizen Science IT for smart living, Health and social care Technology for Social Good: AI and Machine Learning for Social and Humanitarian response IoT Solutions for Sustainable Development Decentralized approaches to IT Digital Solutions for Cultural Heritage Game, entertainment, and multimedia applications IT for education Environmental Sustainability and Technology: Green Computing and Energy-Efficient Technologies Climate Change Modeling and Environmental Science Smart Cities and Sustainable Urban Development Sustainable Networking and Communication Systems Technology addressing the digital divide Ethics, Policy, and Governance in Tech for Social Good: Regulatory and Policy Frameworks for Ethical Tech Governance of AI and Autonomous Systems in Social Contexts Digital Rights and Freedom in the Age of Technology Data Privacy and Security in Social Applications Submission Guidelines: Submitted papers must be original works and must not have been previously published. All papers must clearly outline the research question, methodology, results, and implications for social good. The papers should follow the new ACM format (https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/taps-production-…). Main Track and Special Tracks Full Paper Submission should be a maximum of 12 pages; Work-in-Progress papers should be a maximum of 8 pages; Ph.D. track papers should be a maximum of 5 The indicated paper length includes references, tables, and figures. Documents with a length disproportionate to their contribution will be rejected. These submissions will undergo a single-blind peer review process involving three evaluations each. Accepted papers will be included in the ACM Digital Library. Each accepted paper must have at least one of its authors register for and physically present the work at the conference. Please consider that this is a condition to ensure the paper is included in the conference proceedings. For additional details, please check the “Submission of Papers” (https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/submission-of-papers/) web page. Important Dates: Full Paper Submission Deadline: May 17th, 2024 Notification of Paper Acceptance: July 8th, 2024 Camera-Ready Submission: July 19th, 2024 Conference Dates: 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany Submission Portal: Please submit your papers through our online submission portal available at https://goodit2024.hotcrp.com/ Contact Us: For any inquiries regarding the call for papers, please contact pmanzoni(a)disca.upv.es We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at the ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference! ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference Committee

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CFP: EICS 2024 Workshop: XP2: Experience 2.0 and Beyond – Engineering Cross Devices and Multiple Realities

by Shah Rukh Humayoun

Due to multiple requests, the submission deadline has been extended to Tuesday, May 21, 2024. CALL FOR PAPERS Experience 2.0 and Beyond – Engineering Cross Devices and Multiple Realities http://hciv.de/xp2/ June 25, 2024, Cagliari, Italy In conjunction with The 16th ACM SIGCHI Symposium on Engineering Interactive Computing Systems (EICS 2024) Augmented and mixed reality (AR/MR) are found very promising. Even handheld displays, including smartphones and tablets, can provide a wide and low budget access to AR/MR. However, current research and applications in this area faces many challenges (e.g., suitable interaction techniques, better experience, navigation in MR environments, high cross-device UX) which limit the application in real-world activities. Targeting these challenges, our workshop will provide a platform for researchers, developers, and professionals from academia, industry, and arts, to discuss issues and define novel interaction paradigms, user interfaces, 3D visualizations, and application for cross-device AR/MR. Workshop Topics The workshop will be dedicated to observations, concepts, approaches, techniques, development, and practice that allow understanding, facilitating, and increasing the advancements of AR/MR applications. Topics of interest for position paper submission include, but are not limited to: AR/MR applications for handheld devices and head-mounted displays User interface design for AR/MR applications in handheld devices and head-mounted displays New interaction techniques and modalities for AR/MR 3D Visualization for AR/MR applications Cross-device frameworks for AR/MR User experience in AR/MR Navigation in AR/MR Methodologies, frameworks, concepts, and tool support for cross-device AR/MR Evaluation and user studies Case studies and best practices Translation between senses Multimodal interactive art Keynote Speaker: Professor Ernest Edmonds Submission The position papers (4-8 pages) must be written in English and submitted in PDF format to the organizers in EasyChair (https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=xp2), using the Springer LNCS template (https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…). The submissions will be reviewed based on workshop relevance, academic rigor, creativity, innovation, and applicability. The extended version of workshop papers will be published in a Springer LNCS book series proceeding. We will also produce a special issue of a journal that addresses the workshop topic in which selected accepted position papers will be invited to publish their extended work. At least one author per accepted position paper is required to register for the workshop. The workshop will be held in synchronous mode. Each accepted paper will feature a short presentation. At the workshop the positions will be grouped into discussion themes, that are intended to be interactively explored, resulting in research agendas and a draft vision for future joined elaboration. The workshop attendees will also be encouraged to showcase their work during the main conference Poster session. Dates: Paper submission: Tuesday, May 21, 2024 Acceptance Notification: Friday, May 24, 2024 Early Registration: Monday, May 27, 2024 Workshop: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Organizers Gerrit van der Veer Vrije (University Amsterdam (VUA), Netherlands) Shah Rukh Humayoun (San Francisco State University (SFSU), USA) Vera Marie Memmesheimer (University of Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU), Germany) Achim Ebert (University of Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU), Germany) Contact Additional / updated information can always be found at our workshop website (http://hciv.de/xp2/). If you have any questions or comments, please send us an email using the following address: xp2(a)hciv.de

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Call for Participation: ACM womENcourage 2024

by Maristella Matera

Con preghiera di diffusione. Grazie, Maristella ------------------------------- 11th ACM Celebration of Women in Computing: womENcourage™ 2024 Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, June 26th-28th CALL FOR PARTICIPATION We encourage you to participate in the ACM-W Europe womENcourage<https://www.linkedin.com/company/womencourage/> event that will be held in Escuela Politécnica Superior, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, from June 26th to June 28th. Registration is open at https://lnkd.in/dHciGFaa We have a program full of exciting activities, including: * A hackathon<https://womencourage.acm.org/2024/hackathon/> where you can ideate creative solutions for the challenge "AI Fair Play Hackathon: Ensuring Equity in Language Technology" sponsored by NEC Laboratories Europe GmbH<https://www.linkedin.com/company/nec-laboratories-europe-gmbh/> * More than 60 students' posters<https://womencourage.acm.org/2024/accepted-posters/> showing their innovative projects and ideas * More than 15 workshops on different technologies<https://womencourage.acm.org/2024/workshops-and-tutorials/> and issues related to ICT, including technical workshops from Airbus<https://www.linkedin.com/company/airbusgroup/>, Telefónica<https://www.linkedin.com/company/telefonica/> and Scalian Spain<https://www.linkedin.com/company/scalian-spain/> * Amazing keynotes<https://womencourage.acm.org/2024/keynotes/> by Marta Villegas<https://www.linkedin.com/in/martavillegasmontserrat/> and Virginia Dignum<https://www.linkedin.com/in/vdignum/> and innovative and inspiring tech-talks from our supporters. * A career fair<https://womencourage.acm.org/2024/supporters/> where you can directly interact with leading companies Join us in a vibrant event open to all genders that is aimed at celebrating the role and impact of women in computing and supporting participants at different stages in their STEM careers by offering an international, multisectoral, and multidisciplinary forum to share experience and knowledge, get constructive feedback, and promote meaningful networking. Early registration open till May 31st

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Call for Papers: The 6th Workshop on Health Recommender Systems co-located with ACM RecSys 2024

by Helma Torkamaan

**Please forward to anyone who might be interested. Apologies for multiple postings.** -------------------------------------------------------------------- ## CALL FOR PAPERS # International Workshop on Health Recommender Systems * **Deadline: August 30th, 2024** * to be held in Bari, Italy, co-located with ACM RecSys 2024 ( https://recsys.acm.org/) * Website: https://healthrecsys.github.io/ -------------------------------------------------------------------- Important Dates: ================ - **Paper Submission Deadline:** August 30, 2024 - **Author Notification:** September 13, 2024 - **Camera-Ready Version Deadline:** September 20, 2024 - **Workshop Date:** October TBD, 2024 - **RecSys Conference:** October 14-18, 2024 Workshop Organizers: ==================== - Hanna Hauptmann, University of Utrecht, Netherlands - Christoph Trattner, University of Bergen, Norway - Helma Torkamaan, Delft University of Technology, Netherlands Objectives & Topics: ==================== **Background:** The HealthRecSys workshop discussions over the years have spanned a broad spectrum of topics, reflecting the multifaceted nature of health recommender systems and the diverse applications and challenges of recommender systems in the health domain. This includes discussions on new applications, challenges, and practical solutions for existing systems or scenarios. **Goals:** Our aim with the 6th HealthRecSys is to reignite these conversations and provide a forward-thinking platform that revisits the foundational elements that have contributed to the field's growth. However, the workshop aspires to do more by infusing new perspectives and tackling the most pressing global challenges and technological innovations head-on. The workshop will explore contemporary themes such as the impact of global health crises on recommender systems, the integration of Large Language Models and other generative AI models in health applications, the increasing emphasis on personalized and self-managed care, and the increasing focus on health equity leading to consideration of literacy, accessibility, and monetary means when building health recommender systems. These topics not only reflect the current state of the world but also align with the broader shifts towards ethical AI, and the need for systems that can adapt to and address individual health and care needs. Furthermore, HealthRecSys is dedicated to strengthening the network of researchers working on health recommender systems, drawing participants from an array of health and care domains. This effort is aimed at cultivating a cross-disciplinary community that promotes collaboration among recommender systems specialists, healthcare professionals, ethicists, and policymakers, among others. To enhance cross-sector collaboration, the 6th HealthRecSys workshop will encourage joint projects and funding prospects, in addition to promoting the sharing of resources, datasets, and tools among scholars and industry practitioners. **Topics:** The workshop is calling for submissions on a wide array of topics within health recommender systems. This includes systems aimed at health promotion, preventive, curative care, and recommender systems that are health-aware. The scope of topics for the workshop is extensive, covering various aspects within the domain of health recommender systems and health-aware recommender systems, which include, but are not limited to: - Accessibility, Usability, and Augmented Decision-Making - Adherence and Patient (User) Compliance - Algorithms and Recommendation Strategies - Behavioral Interventions - Case studies of Health Recommender Systems, Success and Failures, and Lessons learned - Domain Knowledge Representation - Electronic Health Records Integration - Empowerment and Autonomy - Ethics - Evaluation and Metrics - Equity - Explanations and Justifications in Health Recommendations - From Participatory Design and Co-Creation to HealthRecSys - Gamification and Serious Games - Generative AI - Health-Aware Recommender Systems - Health and Care Workers and Interactive Intelligent Systems - Human/Expert-in-the-Loop - Human-RecSys Collaboration for Personalized Health - Interfaces, Visual, Context-aware, Conversational, Mobile - In-the-Wild Personalization - Longitudinal Studies - LLM-based recommendations in Health - Medical Evaluation Techniques - Mobile Health Recommender Systems - Multi-objective Challenges - Multi-stakeholder Challenges - Patient Needs/Satisfaction - Personalization - Persuasion/Nudging/Behavioral Change - Pervasive Systems - Privacy and Security - Research Methods and tools - Recommendations VS. Not Clinical Decision Supports - Regulations and Standards - Self-Care - Trust and Transparency - User Interaction Design - User Profiling and Adaptive Systems - Value-Driven Design of Health Recommender Systems - Wearables for Recommender Systems Submissions: ============ We solicit short research papers (4-6 pages) and short position papers (2 pages + references), both in the ACM conference paper style-double-column format. Participants can decide between a research-focused submission and a project-focused submission. Submission category research: innovative research ideas, preliminary findings, or system prototypes that contribute new knowledge to the field Submission category project: presentations on funded research initiatives, collaborations between industry and academia, or partnerships between healthcare entities and research institutions. Submission guidelines: ====================== All submitted papers must: - be written in English; - contain author names, affiliations, and email addresses; - be formatted according to the ACM SIG Proceedings Template -double-column format, with a font size no smaller than 9pt; - be in PDF (make sure that the PDF can be viewed on any platform), and formatted for US Letter size; Submissions are encouraged to include links or demos as attachments to enhance their presentation. All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure quality and originality. It is imperative that submitted works are not concurrently under review at any other conference, workshop, or journal and contain original, unpublished contributions. Accepted papers will be published according to the ACM RECSYS 2024 WS publication rules, with prior proceedings having been published in CEUR workshop proceedings. A Few Remarks ============= - The title of the paper, authors, and the author order cannot be changed after the acceptance - Major changes to the text of the reviewed and accepted papers are not permitted after the review - At least one of the authors should participate in the workshop, register in the RecSys conference, and personally present the paper in the workshop. Location: ========= RecSys 2024 will be hosted in Bari, Italy, from 14–18 October 2024. Please visit the RecSys 2024 website for more information about this location: https://recsys.acm.org/recsys24/location/ Contact: ======== If you have questions regarding the workshop, do not hesitate to contact the workshop chairs: healthrecsys(a)gmail.com

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ACM GoodIT'24: Special Track on Educating for a Sustainable Digital Future -- Last Call for Papers

by Announce

*** Last Call for Papers *** ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (GoodIT''24) Special Track on Educating for a Sustainable Digital Future https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/ ( *** Submission Deadline: 17 May 2024 ***) SCOPE Exploring the development of our digital future requires a comprehensive examination of both individual and societal consequences. Placing excessive emphasis on individual gains, a common practice in individualistic societies for many years, has hindered the ability to grasp the complex dynamics and forward-thinking mindset essential for the sustainability of a contemporary society. The evolving landscape of technology and the ongoing digital advancements have paved the way for creative applications in the field of education, allowing us to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances. When shaping a new approach for Information Systems and Information Technology education, it is crucial to emphasize the significance of individuals as key stakeholders and integral members of the wider community, while also recognizing the pivotal role of collaboration. In this track, we are searching for papers employing innovative technology and approaches to educate the future generation towards world equality, collegiality, inclusion and a more cooperative learning for a sustainable digital future. Values which are emphasized in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which overall aim towards creating a more equitable, sustainable, and peaceful world. This track is particularly relevant to IS/IT educators and those creative IT practitioners who care about developing a sustainable digital future. TOPICS Potential topics for papers include (but are not limited to): • Sustainable and innovative education technologies and practices • Universal access to quality education • The new role for IS/IT in society and education and the value of information and knowledge • The role of cooperative learning for life-long learning and societal developments • Digital transformation: opportunities and challenges for education, work, and society • Digital learning environments: Innovations and trends • Equality, diversity, and inclusion in education, work, and society • The use of large language models and generative AI in education • New topics and domains in IT-enhanced education We hope to attract the interest of IS/IT educators and those creative IT practitioners who care about developing a sustainable digital future. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Please refer to the instructions on the conference web site: https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/submission-of-papers/ . All accepted papers will be included in the ACM Digital Library . IMPORTANT DATES • Submission deadline: 17 May 2024 (AoE) • Notification of acceptance: 8 July 2024 • Camera ready: 19 July 2024 TRACK CHAIRS • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus • Vasso Stylianou, University of Nicosia, Cyprus CONTACT DETAILS Vasso Stylianou, stylianou.v(a)unic.ac.cy

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Call for Applications: Bridge Professorship for Intelligent Interfaces Innovation

by Fabio Paternò

**************************************************************************** ******************** *** Call for Applications: Bridge Professorship for Intelligent Interfaces Innovation *** **************************************************************************** ******************** The Professorship for Intelligent Interfaces Innovations is a collaboration between the Center for Technology Experience at the Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH (Vienna) and the University of Salzburg (specifically in the field of Artificial Intelligence and Human Interfaces). This partnership leverages the strengths of both institutions to establish a pioneering link between fundamental research and practical applications. The Professorship of Intelligent Interfaces Innovation is a unique opportunity that bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and practical application in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). The successful candidate has a recognized publication record and extensive experience in interdisciplinary projects and mentoring colleagues. With a focus on applied thinking and research, the Professor will have a keen eye for translating theoretical knowledge into real-world solutions. The successful candidate will demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit and startup experience and will actively engage in strengthening collaborations with industry partners and securing national and international grants. The role welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds who have a deep understanding of practices in Human-Computer Interaction. For details, see below. The full job description can also be found at: <https://www.plus.ac.at/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/B-0006-Professur-99-1-Int elligent-Interfaces-Innovation-EN-1.pdf> https://www.plus.ac.at/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/B-0006-Professur-99-1-Inte lligent-Interfaces-Innovation-EN-1.pdf The application deadline was extended to May 8, 2024. We are looking forward to hearing from you! Best regards, Manfred Tscheligi Univ.-Prof. Dr. Manfred Tscheligi Professor for Human-Computer Interaction Head of Department for Artificial Intelligence & Human Interfaces (AIHI) University of Salzburg E-Mail: <mailto:manfred.tscheligi@plus.ac.at> manfred.tscheligi(a)plus.ac.at AND Head of Center for Technology Experience AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH E-Mail: <mailto:andreas.kugi@ait.ac.at> manfred.tscheligi(a)ait.ac.at **************************************************************************** ******************** Call for Applications Paris Lodron University Salzburg (PLUS) is a thriving university in Austria that stands for excellence in research and teaching in the field of (digital) humanities, life sciences, sustainability of (social) processes and for a strong connection between art & science. With its four guiding themes of Art in Context, Development and Sustainability, Digital Life, and Health & Mind, PLUS offers scientists excellent opportunities for inter- and transdisciplinary networking. At the earliest possible date, the PLUS would like to appoint a University Professorship § 99 (1) UG 2002 for Intelligent Interfaces Innovation The Intelligent Interfaces Innovation professorship has been established as a joint professorship in the context of the Intelligent Interfaces Innovation Lab - III.Lab established in cooperation with the Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH (AIT) at the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Human Interfaces (Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences). This collaboration makes it possible to combine the strengths of both institutions and create a pioneering link between sound basic research and applied solutions. In this respect the bridge professorship is supported by the State of Salzburg. The holder of this position has an excellent publication record, experience in leading various interdisciplinary projects, experience in supervising students and young researchers, and has successfully conducted basic and applied research in the field of new and future approaches in human-computer interaction and future interaction, with a special focus on current developments in the field of artificial intelligence. The objective of the III.Lab is to develop fundamentally new interaction approaches in the context of challenging contextual conditions ("Challenging Contexts"). Special topics of the III. Lab are Intelligent Interaction Artifacts and Environments, Human-Centered Automation ("Human in the Loop"), Next Generation Human Centered Design Methods and Tools, Societal Interfaces and Hybrid Futures. The duties of the position include teaching (courses on Human-Computer Interaction) and supervising theses and dissertations. Finally, the holder of the position is expected to make a significant contribution to the further development of the III.Lab, to act as a bridge between the organizations involved in the III.Lab and to develop them further. General employment requirements are: 1. A completed domestic or equivalent academic qualification (doctorate) in a field that corresponds to the subject of the professorship; 2. habilitation (venia docendi) or equivalent academic qualification; 3. relevant, internationally visible research at the highest level in the areas of Human-Computer Interaction or corresponding sub-areas; 4. proven pedagogical skills and teaching experience at university level; 5. international networking; 6. academic leadership and social skills; 7. English and German proficiency: very good command. Additional skills expected of candidates: 1. Ability to co-operate and establish interdisciplinary links between different subject areas; 2. engagement for interdisciplinary thinking and working in interdisciplinary contexts; 3. ability to combine basic research with applied research; 4. experience in the acquisition and administration of third-party funded projects and co-operation projects with companies or research institutions 5. team and communication skills, interdisciplinarity, resilience. This half-time position (0.5 FTE) will be filled as soon as possible and for a fixed term of five years in accordance with § 99 UG 2002 and the collective bargaining agreement for universities (A1 salary group). The position will be complemented by a half-time Principal Scientist (0.5 FTE) at the cooperation partner AIT. The salary can be negotiated (minimum of EUR 5.404,- per month gross plus additional 13th and 14th monthly salary payments). PLUS is committed to increasing the proportion of women in research and teaching positions and therefore explicitly encourages female candidates to apply. Women will be given preference over equally qualified men. Disabled persons and persons with chronic diseases who fulfil the qualification criteria are invited to apply. Travel and accommodation costs arising from this application unfortunately cannot be reimbursed. The following documents (in English) must be enclosed with the application: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) research statement, including past accomplishments and future plans related to the stated objectives of the position; (4) teaching statement outlining teaching philosophy, past experience (courses taught, supervision of students, etc.), and future interests; (5) list of scientific publications, any software products and patents; and (6) list of other relevant activities (e.g., experience in obtaining external funding, conducting projects and cooperations). Please contact Univ.-Prof. Dr. Manfred Tscheligi at +43-662-8044-4800 or via <file:///C:/Users/b1001957/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content .Outlook/UMAA9W2N/manfred.tscheligi(a)plus.ac.at> manfred.tscheligi(a)plus.ac.at with any questions. Applications should be addressed to the Interim Rector of the Paris Lodron University Salzburg, Ao. Univ.-Prof. Dr. Martin Weichbold and sent by e-mail to <mailto:bewerbung@plus.ac.at> bewerbung(a)plus.ac.at no later than May 8, 2024. Please include the reference number B 0006/1-2024 of the job advertisement in the application.

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PhD position in Computer Science (user modeling, recommender systems)

by Marko Tkalcic

TLDR PhD Position in computer science (research topics: user modeling, recommender systems), 4 years full-time employment (40 hrs/week), paid tuition, 50% teaching load, travel budget. Full Description PhD Position in computer science (research topics: user modeling, recommender systems), 4 years full-time employment (40 hrs/week), paid tuition, 50% teaching load, travel budget, supervised by Assoc. Prof. Marko Tkalčič at the University of Primorska, Slovenia. Research topics: - psychologically-informed user modeling, - psychologically-informed item modeling, - inference of user and item characteristics, - explanations, - recommender systems. Details: The Department of Information Sciences and Technologies (DIST) at the Faculty of Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Information Technologies (FAMNIT) of the University of Primorska is seeking candidates for a PhD student position in the area of psychologically-informed user modeling and recommender systems under the supervision of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marko Tkalčič. The project will explore how psychologically-informed features can be used to model users, items, infer user characteristics from digital traces, infer item characteristics, provide explanations and recommendations in the music and film domains. The methodologies will include user studies and machine learning. The candidate will work in a great team with Marko Tkalčič as part of the HICUP lab (https://hicup.famnit.upr.si/) in the beautiful Mediterranean city of Koper (the beach is only a 3 min walk from the office). - Full-time employment (40 hrs/week). Full social security. - The position is for four years. - The starting date is October 2024. - MSc in Computer Science or related field. - The position includes a 50% teaching load. - The position comes with funding for travel (conferences). Application Process: The applications will be assessed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To apply, send an email to marko.tkalcic(a)famnit.upr.si with the following documentation: - motivation letter, - CV, - list of publications (if applicable), - research statement (one page, describe your ideal PhD project), - names and email addresses of two to three references. Link to call: https://markotkalcic.com/phd_2024.html -- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Marko Tkalcic http://markotkalcic.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/RecSysMare Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/markotkalcic Google Scholar: http://scholar.google.com/citations?user=JQ2puysAAAAJ ----------------------------------------------------------------------

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36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering: Final Call to Register at Early Bird Rate!

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*** Final Call to Register at Early Bird Rate! *** 36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering (CAiSE'24) June 3-7, 2024, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://cyprusconferences.org/caise2024/ (*** Early Bird Registration (extended): May 15, 2024 ***) ( *** Registration site: https://cyprusconferences.org/caise2024/registration/ ***) CAiSE is the premier conference series for information systems engineering. It offers a meeting space for presentation of recent research results, discussion about trends and futures of information systems engineering, and interaction between researchers and practitioners. Registration is now open, Early-bird registration is possible until May 15, 2024 (extended!). See all CAiSE’24 speakers, the conference venue and the social events. Highlights of the conference: RESEARCH PAPER PRESENTARIONS • 36 high quality research paper presentations • CAiSE Forum: presentations and discussions of 10 innovative vision papers and 8 tool demos • Journal-first paper presentations – of selected papers on IS Engineering topics that were published in journals this year • Research projects exhibition KEYNOTES AND PANELS • Keynote by Prof. J. Mark Bishop: The colour of cognition: from abstract computation to the lived mind • Keynote by Prof. David Harel: Two Projects on Human Interaction with AI • Keynote by Prof. Sören Auer: Towards Neuro-Symbolic AI with Knowledge Graphs and Generative AI • Panel on the use of generative AI for IS engineering research and academic writing TUTORIALS • Orlenys López Pintado and David Chapela-Campa: Data-driven Business Process Simulation: From Event Logs to Tools and Techniques • Diego Calvanese and Davide Lanti: Designing Virtual Knowledge Graphs • Henrik Leopold: How to Conduct Valid Information Systems Engineering Research? • Luiz Olavo Bonino: FAIR Data Train: A FAIR-compliant distributed data and services platform • Massimo Mecella: Engineering Information Systems with LLMs and AI-based techniques WORKING CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS • Working conference on Business Process Modeling, Development and Support (BPMDS) • Working conference on Exploring Modelling Methods for Systems Analysis and Design (EMMSAD) • 6 workshops: on Agile Methods for Information Systems Engineering, Blockchain for Information Systems and Blockchain for Trusted Data Sharing, Hybrid Artificial Intelligence and Enterprise Modelling for Intelligent Information Systems, Knowledge Graphs for Semantics-driven Systems Engineering, Enterprise & Organizational Modeling and Simulation, Digital Transformation with Business Process Mining SOCIAL EVENTS • Workshop and co-located events dinner with typical Cypriot food and atmosphere • Welcome reception and cocktail • A tour and a conference dinner in Aphrodite Hill’s Village • A beach party with drinks and dancing

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PhD proposal - HCI, creativity, visualization

by BIANCARDI Beatrice

CESI LINEACT (https://lineact.cesi.fr/) and the DIVA group from LTCI, Télécom Paris (https://diva.telecom-paristech.fr/) are looking for a motivated PhD candidate in the context of the VINCI (VIsualizatioN for CreatIvity in collaborative technological spaces) project. This project aims to foster group creativity through the appropriation of collaborative visualization devices. Through an interdisciplinary approach, merging cognitive sciences, social signal analysis and computer science, it will make a double contribution on the methodological and technological levels. We target interdisciplinary profiles across Human-Computer Interaction, Ergonomics and Cognitive Science domains. Basic knowledge on web programming is required (notions of JavaScript, DOM). · Deadline for the application: May 3rd, 2024. · Interviews with selected candidates will be organized on May 7th, 2024. · Estimated starting date: October-December 2024. If you are interested (and for any additional information), please find attached more details about the PhD project and the application process. Best regards, [cid:image013.png@01DA9A2A.C6D2AB10] Beatrice BIANCARDI Enseignante-Chercheuse LINEACT CESI bbiancardi(a)cesi.fr<mailto:bbiancardi@cesi.fr> https://beatricebiancardi.gitlab.io/ Tel : +33 (0)6 71 62 50 45 93 boulevard de La Seine CS 40177 - 92006 Nanterre cedex [cid:image014.png@01DA9A2A.C6D2AB10]<https://www.facebook.com/CESIingenieurs> [cid:image015.png@01DA9A2A.C6D2AB10]<https://twitter.com/cesi_officiel> [cid:image016.png@01DA9A2A.C6D2AB10]<https://www.youtube.com/user/groupecesi1/> [cid:image017.png@01DA9A2A.C6D2AB10]<https://www.linkedin.com/school/cesi-officiel/> [cid:image018.png@01DA9A2A.C6D2AB10]<https://www.instagram.com/cesi_officiel/> cesi.fr<https://www.cesi.fr/>

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ACM UMAP 2024 Grants (Application Deadline: 10 May)

by Wanling Cai

* We apologize if you receive multiple copies of this email * * Online version: https://www.um.org/umap2024/grants-and-support/ ACM UMAP 2024 – Grants and Support ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ACM UMAP 2024: The 32nd ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy July 1-4, 2024 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks to the generous support by ACM SIGWEB, UM Inc. and US NSF, we are able to provide grants for participants at ACM UMAP 2024. This program is intended to help students and early career researchers attend ACM UMAP 2024. Preference in financial support will be given to Doctoral Consortium presenters and to students who are first authors and will present the paper at the conference. Preference will be also given to underrepresented groups in computer science as well as attendees from economically developing countries. All individuals receiving support may be requested to help with small organization tasks during the conference. The eligibility and special rules can be found as follows. Funds will cover the registration cost at the rate of ACM Membership. Travel expenses may be partially covered. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- How to Apply ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Requested Documents Please have the following information prepared: * A short statement (1-2 paragraphs) explaining your interest in participating in ACM UMAP 2024. * Title of accepted papers in the conference. * Estimated travel cost (if needed). * Attendance type (workshop, main conference, both). * A brief letter from a supervisor or advising professor in case of students. This letter (in PDF or scanned PDF) must confirm: that you are a valid student, the available funding from your university/department/supervisor/ other funding resources; that your supervisor has reviewed your budget and agrees that it is reasonable. The letter should include your supervisor’s signature. Application Form. https://forms.gle/mzugR6pWyM5Lq65R8 Please access the application form and send the documents you prepared. Deadlines * Grant application deadline — 10 May 2024 * Grant application notification — 15 May 2024 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Contact: UMAP 2024 Student Support Chairs (umap2024-studentsupport(a)um.org<mailto:umap2024-studentsupport@um.org>)

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Elezioni SIGCHI: Ultimi incontri con i candidati

by Luigi De Russis

Care tutte e cari tutti, Faccio seguito alla mia mail precedente per invitarvi a partecipare ai prossimi (e ultimi) 3 incontri di “Meet the Candidate” per le prossime elezioni SIGCHI. I primi due incontri saranno dedicati alle “coppie” President-Executive Vice President (Neha Kumar-Luigi De Russis e Aaron Quigley-Margaret Burnett) e si terranno, rispettivamente, lunedì 29/04 alle 21 (ora italiana) e martedì 30/04 alle 13 (sempre ora italiana). Il terzo incontro sarà per i candidati come Vice President for Membership (Adriana Vivacqua, Sandy Gould, Hafeni Mthoko) e Vice President for Finance (Hao-Chuan Wang, Bastian Pfleging) e sarà giovedì 02/05 alle 22 (ora italiana). Un caro saluto e buon 25 Aprile. A presto, Luigi --- Luigi De Russis Associate Professor Department of Control and Computer Engineering Politecnico di Torino, Italy phone: +39 011 0907170 email: luigi.derussis(a)polito.it Begin forwarded message: From: Helena Mentis <mentis(a)UMBC.EDU> Subject: Fwd: SIGCHI Meet the Candidate Open Forums Date: 24 April 2024 at 14:39:35 GMT+2 Hello SIGCHI Members: The following open forums have now been scheduled to Meet the Candidates: President and Executive Vice President - first pair running together Monday, April 29, 2024, 7-8pm UTC Candidates are: Neha Kumar and Luigi De Russis https://acm-org.zoom.us/j/92692934824?pwd=KzB5Y0QrUFhHUmZOejVpdEdVb2Y1UT09 Questions submit to: https://app.sli.do/event/sJmauix4qmcN9imHMBkKes #3570176 President and Executive Vice President - second pair running together Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 11am-12pm UTC Candidates are: Aaron Quigley and Margaret Burnett https://acm-org.zoom.us/j/98555267446?pwd=R1NBamM2c2g5NnBtOEdnV1ZaMndzQT09 Questions submit to: https://app.sli.do/event/vugpkmeBh8w916aikXXCok #4136438 VP for Membership and VP for Finance Thursday, May 2, 2024, 8-9pm UTC Candidates for VP Membership: Adriana Vivacqua, Sandy Gould, Hafeni Mthoko Candidates for VP Finance: Hao-Chuan Wang, Bastian Pfleging https://acm-org.zoom.us/j/97308432320?pwd=RkRwWFRGQWZHSnJrclBHd0FmKzE2Zz09 Questions submit to: https://app.sli.do/event/wRYT51aXRMhLTYuudmP9GE #1088542 When all open forums are complete we will send out the links to the recordings. Thank you for your support of SIGCHI, Helena

9 months

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EXTENDED DEADLINE: Workshop on Personalized Access to Cultural Heritage - PATCH@UMAP 2024

by Noemi Mauro

**** PLEASE, EXCUSE MULTIPLE POSTINGS **** CALL FOR PAPERS The 15th International Workshop on Personalized Access to Cultural Heritage (PATCH 2024) Held in conjunction with ACM UMAP 2024 - Cagliari, Italy. https://patch2024.di.unito.it/ Important dates: April 28, 2024: paper submission (strict) April 24, 2024: paper submission May 8, 2024: notification to authors May 16, 2024: camera-ready due The workshop will be in person or hybrid. Abstract and Topics Following the successful series of PATCH workshops, PATCH 2024 will be again the meeting point between state-of-the-art cultural heritage research and personalization – using any kind of technology, while focusing on ubiquitous and adaptive scenarios, to enhance the personal experience in cultural heritage sites. The workshop is aimed at bringing together, physically and/or virtually, researchers and practitioners who are working on various aspects of cultural heritage and are interested in exploring the potential of state of the art mobile technology (onsite as well as online) to enhance the CH visit experience. The expected result of the workshop is a sharing and discussing novel ideas and creating a multidisciplinary research agenda that will inform future research directions and hopefully, forge some research collaborations. Motivation Cultural heritage (CH) has traditionally been a privileged area for personalization research, as highlighted by the many H2020 calls on this topic. Visitors come to cultural heritage sites willing to experience and learn new things, usually without a clear idea of what to expect. CH sites are typically rich in objects and information; much more than the visitor can absorb during the limited time of a visit. Cultural Heritage exploration and fruition are central aspects to value the richness of the territory and the history of our countries. The research on this topic is very active and continuously expanding towards new topics, such as the integration of cultural and natural heritage exploration, the extension to novel interaction means (e.g., haptic user interfaces and IoT), ambient intelligence, etc. We invite cultural heritage professionals and researchers to join us to discuss findings and trends on personalisation of cultural heritage in the broadest sense, from online and remote cultural access to onsite visit, from individuals to groups, from tangible to virtual and robotic mediation. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: - Navigation and personalized browsing in digital and physical cultural heritage collections - Recommendation strategies for natural and cultural heritage - Adaptation strategies for text and non-verbal content in CH/NH - NLG techniques for mobile user modeling in natural and cultural heritage sites - Integration of virtual and physical collections - Immersive cultural and natural heritage - Mobile museum guides and personal museum assistants - Context-aware information presentation in natural and cultural heritage - Adaptive navigation and browsing in CH/NH sites - Intelligent user interfaces for natural and cultural heritage applications - Personalization for group of visitors to natural and cultural heritage sites - Personalization for collective CH information authoring and management - Creativity and collaboration support in CH - Personalization across the whole of a person's digital ecosystem - Long-term personalization - IoT and Cultural Heritage - Living lab in museum - Robots in museums - 3D, Augmented, and Virtual Reality for cultural and natural heritage - Gestural interfaces for Cultural Heritage applications - Analysis of behavior patterns to improve CH/NH recommendation - Conversational agents for cultural and natural heritage - The use of personality for guiding CH/NH experiences - Multiple viewpoints and perspectives for CH - Remote access to CH/NH - Intelligent agents to interact with CH/NH Submissions Full papers: up to 14 pages excluding references. Short papers/Position papers/Demo papers: up to 7 pages excluding references. Papers that exceed the page limits or formatting guidelines will be returned without review. Submissions should be single-blinded, i.e., authors’ names should be included in the submissions. Papers must be formatted according to the new workflow for ACM publications. The templates and instructions are available here: https://patch2024.di.unito.it/submission.html. All papers should be submitted in PDF format via the online submission system by selecting the track "UMAP 24 Workshop PATCH": https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=umap24. An international panel of experts will review all submissions. Work that has already been published should not be submitted unless it introduces a significant addition to the previously published work. There will be a conference adjunct proceedings published by ACM where all the workshop papers will be published. Workshop organizers Liliana Ardissono, University of Torino, Italy, liliana.ardissono(a)unito.it Tsvi Kuflik, The University of Haifa, Israel, tsvikak(a)is.haifa.ac.il Noemi Mauro, University of Torino, Italy, noemi.mauro(a)unito.it George E. Raptis, Human Opsis, Greece, graptis(a)humanopsis.com Alan J. Wecker, The University of Haifa, Israel, ajwecker(a)gmail.com

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Call for Participation: DFIR/Cybersecurity webinar series

by Andrew Zayine

Dear All, The Association of Cyber Forensics and Threat Investigators invites you to join our next webinars: "DFIR Stream 0x8" on Tuesday, May 7. 1:30 – 2:30 pm (GMT+00:00) UK Time Title: Malware Detection in Memory Forensics: Open Challenges and Issues, by Dr. Ricardo J. Rodríguez, University of Zaragoza. Register@ https://www.acfti.org/news-events/dfir-stream-0x8 "DFIR Stream 0x9" on Monday, May 13 · 4:00 – 5:00 pm (GMT+00:00) UK Time Title: Low-Level Hardware Information Assisted Approach Towards System Security, by Dr. Chen Liu, Clarkson University. Register@ https://www.acfti.org/news-events/dfir-stream-0x9 "DFIR Stream 0xA" on Tuesday, Tuesday, May 28 · 4:00 – 5:00 pm (GMT+00:00) UK Time Title: How to Detect when Residential IP Proxies are Used as a Botnet, by Dr. Elisa Chiapponi, Amadeus IT Group. Register@ https://www.acfti.org/news-events/dfir-stream-0xa ======Housekeeping Notes====== - Note that this event is online only. Hence, You must register to receive a link to connect. Due to limited availability, we kindly ask you to register as soon as possible to ensure your participation in the webinar of your choice. - For Students, A certificate of successful participation in the event will be delivered upon request for free (after verifying attendance), indicating the number of hours of the seminar (please make sure that you add the correct name in the registration form). This should be sufficient for those participants who plan to request ECTS recognition from their home university. Join Us & stay tuned! #CyberSecurity #MemoryForensics #MachineLearning #AnomalyDetection #BotnetProxies Finally, I would like to remind you that the call for speakers is currently open on the dedicated DFIR stream website, https://dfir.stream/call-for-guest-speakers To get more news about our events, please join our low-traffic announcement group @ https://groups.google.com/g/acfti Best regards, Andrew Zayin Ph.D., CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CDPSE, PMP ACFTI Secretariat <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> Virus-free.www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> <#m_-1297726129328758663_m_585683215091367166_m_-3376134405372869888_m_-243684744949232532_m_6969663030798877318_m_-8843749944597293673_DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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12th IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Systems: Invited Session on Intelligent Tools in e/m/d Learning

by Announce

*** Last Call for Papers *** 12th IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Systems (IS'24) Invited Session on Intelligent Tools for e/m/d Learning August 29-31, 2024, Golden Sands Resort, Varna, Bulgaria https://www.ieee-is.org (*** Submission Deadline: April 30, 2024 AoE ***) This invited session aims to explore state-of-the-art advancements in intelligent tools designed to revolutionize the landscape of e-learning (electronic learning), m-learning (mobile learning) and d-learning (digital learning). With the rapid integration of technology into education, there is a growing need to investigate and showcase innovative intelligent solutions that can enhance the effectiveness of online, mobile and digital learning environments. Intelligent solutions for the educational context can have a groundbreaking and revolutionary impact on learners and faculty alike, with integrated educational tools offering enhanced engagement, support for different learning levels, styles and abilities, and personalized learning experiences with immediate feedback at its core. Papers submitted to this session are expected to present results on various aspects of intelligent tools for e-learning, m-learning and d-learning. Topics may include but are not limited to adaptive learning systems, personalized learning experiences, artificial intelligence-driven content creation, data analytics for educational insights, and the integration of emerging technologies such as augmented reality and virtual reality in educational settings. Authors are encouraged to share empirical research, case studies, and practical implementations that demonstrate the impact of intelligent tools on learner/faculty engagement, knowledge retention, and overall educational outcomes. The session aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state-of-the-art in intelligent tools in e-learning, m-learning and d-learning, fostering discussions on their implications for the future of education and their potential to address challenges in diverse learning environments and educational levels, as well as diverse learner ability. PAPER SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Submitted papers should be in IEEE 2-column format and should adhere to the template available here: https://www.ieee-is.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IS_A4_format-AAu.docx The expected paper length in camera-ready format should not exceed 6 pages. Submissions should be done in PDF using Easy Chair and the submission link is: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=itl24 . PUBLICATION All accepted papers will be included in the IS'24 proceedings to be published by IEEE. The proceedings of the previous editions of IS can be found here: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/conhome/1000395/all-proceedings . Traditionally, extended versions of conference-selected papers appear within 1-2 years after the conference dates in well-known international journals and/or post-conference books. More information can be found on the conference web site (https://www.ieee-is.org/publication-information/ ). CONTACT POINT For any additional information or clarification please contact the Invited Session Chair, George A. Papadopoulos at george(a)ucy.ac.cy . IMPORTANT DATES • Paper submission: April 30, 2024, AoE • Notification: May 20, 2024 • Camera Ready: June 6, 2024 • Author Registration: June 15, 2024 ORGANISATION Committees https://www.ieee-is.org/program-committee/ Invited Session Chair • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus (george(a)ucy.ac.cy)

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ExUM Workshop @UMAP 2024 - Call For Papers - Submission Deadline Extension

by amon

*** Apologies for cross postings *** *ExUM Workshop @UMAP 2024 - Call For Papers - *** NEW DEADLINE MAY 3 (EXTENDED) *** ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Workshop on Explainable User Models and Personalised Systems (ExUM@UMAP 2024) co-located with UMAP 2024 (http://www.um.org/umap2024) - The 32nd ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization Monday 1 - Thursday 4 July, 2024 Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExUM_Workshop Web: http://swap.di.uniba.it/exum/index.html For any information: marco.polignano(a)uniba.it ========= ABSTRACT ========= Adaptive and personalized systems have become pervasive technologies, gradually playing an increasingly important role in our daily lives. Indeed, we are now accustomed to interacting with algorithms that leverage the power of Language Models (LLMs) to assist us in various scenarios. From services suggesting music or movies to personal assistants proactively supporting us in complex decision-making tasks. As these technologies continue to shape our everyday experiences, it becomes imperative to ensure that the internal mechanisms guiding these algorithms are transparent and comprehensible. The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) recognizes the users' right to explanation when confronted with intelligent systems, highlighting the significance of this aspect. Regrettably, current research often prioritizes the maximization of personalization strategy effectiveness, such as recommendation accuracy, at the expense of model explainability. To address this concern, the workshop aims to provide a platform for in-depth discussions on challenges, problems, and innovative research approaches in the field. The workshop will specifically focus on investigating the role of transparency and explainability in recent methodologies for constructing user models and developing personalized and adaptive systems. By bringing together researchers and practitioners, the workshop aims to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the development of novel solutions. Through this collective effort, we can advance the understanding and implementation of transparent and interpretable approaches in adaptive and personalized systems, including integrating Language Models (LLMs) to enhance transparency and enable users to comprehend the internal mechanisms guiding these systems. ====== TOPICS ====== Topics of interest include but are not limited to: ∑ TRANSPARENT AND EXPLAINABLE PERSONALIZATION STRATEGIES o Scrutable User Models o Transparent User Profiling and Personal Data Extraction o Explainable Personalization and Adaptation Methodologies o Novel strategies (e.g., conversational recommender systems) for building transparent algorithms o Transparent Personalization and Adaptation to Groups of users o Transparent Personalization based on Large Language Models ∑ DESIGNING EXPLANATION ALGORITHMS o Explanation algorithms based on the item description and item properties o Explanation algorithms based on user-generated content (e.g., reviews) o Explanation algorithms based on collaborative information o Building explanation algorithms for opaque personalization techniques (e.g., neural networks, matrix factorization) o Explanation algorithms based on methods to build group models ∑ DESIGNING TRANSPARENT AND EXPLAINABLE USER INTERFACES o Transparent User Interfaces o Methodologies for designing transparent interaction o Novel paradigms (e.g. chatbots, LLMs) for building transparent models ∑ EVALUATING TRANSPARENCY AND EXPLAINABILITY o Evaluating Transparency in interaction or personalization o Evaluating the Explainability of the algorithms o Designing User Studies for evaluating transparency and explainability o Novel metrics and experimental protocols ∑ OPEN ISSUES IN TRANSPARENT AND EXPLAINABLE USER MODELS AND PERSONALIZED SYSTEMS o Ethical issues (Fairness and Biases) in User Models and Personalized Systems o Privacy management of Personal and Social data o Discussing Recent Regulations (GDPR) and future directions ============ SUBMISSIONS ============ We encourage the submission of contributions investigating novel methodologies to exploit heterogeneous personal data and approaches to build transparent and scrutable user models. In particular, we accept three kinds of submissions: (A) Regular papers (max. 14 pages + references - single-column ACM format) (B) Ongoing projects, Demo and Short papers (max. 7 pages + references - single-column ACM format); Submission site: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=umap24 During the submission process select “6th Workshop on Explainable User Models and Personalized Systems (ExUM)” All submitted papers will be evaluated by at least two members of the program committee, based on originality, significance, relevance, and technical quality. Note that the references do not count toward page limits. Submissions should be single-blinded, i.e. authors’ names should be included in the submissions. Papers must be formatted according to the new workflow for ACM publications. All accepted papers will be published by ACM as a joint volume of Extended UMAP 2024 Proceedings and will be available via the ACM Digital Library. At least one author of each accepted paper must register for the particular workshop and present the paper there. The templates and instructions are available here: ttps:// authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/taps-production-workflow - LaTeX (use \documentclass[manuscript,review,anonymous]{acmart} in the sample-authordraft.tex file for single-column) - https://portalparts.acm.org/hippo/latex_templates/acmart-primary.zip - Overleaf (use \documentclass[manuscript,review,anonymous]{acmart} for single-column) - https://www.overleaf.com/gallery/tagged/acm-official#.WOuOk2e1taQ - MS Word: https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/preparing-your-a… ================ IMPORTANT DATES ================ * Full paper submission: April 24, May 3, 2024 (GMT) (Extended) * Paper notification: May 8, 2024 (GMT) * Workshop Papers Camera-ready Submission (TAPS system): May 16, 2024 (GTM) ============= ORGANIZATION ============= Cataldo Musto - University of Bari, Italy Amra Delić – University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Oana Inel - Zurich University, Switzerland Marco Polignano - University of Bari, Italy Amon Rapp – University of Torino, Italy Giovanni Semeraro - University of Bari, Italy Juergen Ziegler - University of Duisburg Essen ============= PROGRAM COMMITTEE (TO BE EXTENDED) ============= Kathrin Wardatzky, University of Zurich Marco de Gemmis, University of Bari Veronika Bogina, Tel Aviv University Dietmar Jannach, University of Klagenfurt Francesco Barile, Maastricht University Alain Starke, University of Amsterdam Ludovico Boratto, University of Cagliari Benedikt Loepp Styliani Kleanthous, CYENS CoE and Open University of Cyprus Erasmo Purificato, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg Pierpaolo Basile, University of Bari Bart Knijnenburg, Clemson University Alejandro Bellogin, Universidad Autonoma de Madrid Giuseppe Sansonetti, Roma Tre University Riccardo Guidotti, University of Pisa Michael Ekstrand, Drexel University Antonela Tommasel, Aarhus University, ISISTAN Research Institute, CONICET-UNCPBA Kyriaki Kalimeri, ISI Foundation

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[EICS 2024] Estensione deadline per il Doctoral Consortium

by Davide Spano

Cari tutti, vi scrivo per pubblicizzare l'estensione della deadline per inviare contributi al Doctoral Consortium di EICS 2024, che si terrà a Cagliari dal 24 al 28 Giugno 2024. Il DC ha ricevuto una sponsorizzazione dal SIGCHI Development Fund, che ci permette di offrire la registrazione alla conferenza agli studenti che hanno un contributo accettato. Per chi di voi non conoscesse la conferenza, EICS è focalizzata su metodi, processi, tecniche e strumenti che supportano la specifica, la progettazione, lo sviluppo e il deploy di sistemi interattivi. Trovate maggiori informazioni sul sito web: https://eics.acm.org/2024/dc.html Vi aspettiamo a Cagliari! --Davide -- [image: photo] Prof. Lucio Davide Spano Dipartimento di Matematica e Informatica Università di Cagliari Via Ospedale 72, 09124, Cagliari, Italy Tel: +39 070 675 8760 Website <https://www.unica.it/unica/page/it/luciod_spano> | RG <https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Lucio_Spano> | ORCHID <https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7106-0463>

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Deadline extension: Student Design Contest @ SLERD 2024 -> 5th May

by Carlo Giovannella

/Apologize for unintended cross-mailing/ ========================================================= Invite your students to live the fantastic experience of the 5th edition of the **International Student Design Contest (2024) * “PEOPLE CENTERED SMART LEARNING ECOSYSTEMS” */@// //9th International Conference on Smart Learning Ecosystems and Regional Development// / LOOKING FOR TRACES OF THE FUTURE IN THE PRESENT: SUPPORTING WELL-BEING GROWTH FOR ALL June 27-28, 2024 Troyes, France (UTT) video presentation <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xw1uniAnuRM> /========================================================= Deadline for ideas submission: *May 5, 2024 (extended - hard deadline) https://www.slerd.org/contest/*/ /=========================================================/ Contact: slerd24-contest(a)utt.fr <mailto:slerd24-contest@utt.fr>or aslerd.org(a)gmail.com ========================================================= /Winner: /will be awarded with 500 € grant /Finalists: /all have the opportunities to attend the conference for free, to present their projects and to have living expenses covered by ASLERD. ========================================================= *DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT CONTEXT and GOALS* Smart Learning Ecosystems should perform at best on all the dimensions that contribute to the well-being of students and all players involved in the development of a learning process: /infrastructures, food, environment, info/admin services, mobility, safety, social interaction, satisfaction, challenges, self-fulfillment/. Being inspired by the flow theory and by the Maslow’s pyramid, we can state that: ecosystems are smart when /“individuals that take part in the local processes achieve a high level of skills and, at the same time, are also strongly motivated and engaged by continuous and adequate challenges, provided that their primary needs are reasonably satisfied”./ The smartness of learning ecosystems, thus, is not created merely through the availability of digital infrastructures and applications. When technologies are both available and adopted enthusiastically, they can start to make a difference in both simplifying and accelerating progress toward the achievement of system smartness. One has to keep in mind, however, that technologies are smart not because they are capable of replacing human reasoning but, rather because they can help towards achieving a people centered smartness, through streamlining mundane organisational tasks, and enhancing the skills of all actors involved in learning processes. Our duty, with the help of technology, is to support learning ecosystems (formal, informal, non-formal) to develop their people centered smartness towards becoming incubators of social innovation and engines of sustainable regional development./Smartness is a goal/ and we can support our learning ecosystems along the process to achieve it by proposing solutions capable to solve or mitigate problems that prevent the learning ecosystems to be people centered. We expect students, wishing to take part in the contest, to analyze their learning ecosystem, detect problems and find solutions that can help their, and as well other learning ecosystems, to get smarter. Proposals submitted to this call are expected to address thesame general themes of the call for papers of the conference, namely: * places for smart education, * people in place centered design for smart education, * supportive learning technologies and tools for smart education. ========================================== Important dates: --------------------------------------------------------- • Deadline for ideas submission to slerd24-contest(a)utt.fr <mailto:slerd24-contest@utt.fr>and aslerd.org(a)gmail.com: *May 5th, 2024 (extended - hard deadline)* • Selection of the best 3 proofs of concepts and prototypes (finsalists): May 15th, 2024 • Presentation and demo at SLERD 2024 and winner announcement: June 27th and 28th, 2024 ========================================== Early bird registration to the main conference, SLERD 2024, is now open: https://www.slerd.org/registration-form/ *Deadline for early bird registration to SLERD 2024: April 30th* SLERD 2024 is featuring the keynotes by: /*Élise Lavoué *//*(Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University)*/ /*TAILORED GAMIFICATION FOR LEARNER ENGAGEMENT AND MOTIVATION */*/Carmel Cefai /**/(University of Malta)/* *A SYSTEMIC, WHOLE-SCHOOL APPROACH TO WELL-BEING **/Isabella Chiodi/*/****/*/(ISF)/* *PROJECT ITac@ – IT ACADEMY FOR WOMEN 18-50 : challenges and preliminary results* /* */and a on-line open debate on *Artificial Intelligence and (human) Learning *Panelists:* **Roger Azevedo*, University of Central Florida, USA *Manuel Gentile*, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Istituto per le Tecnologie Didattiche *Dirk Ifenthaler*, University of Mannheim, Germany *Susanna Sancassani*, METID, Politecnico di Milano, Italy *Davinia Hernández-Leo*, Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona, Spain * *Moderator:* */*Donatella Persico*(ASLERD and Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Istituto per le Tecnologie Didattiche)/* * ==========================================

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ICMI24 Call for Papers

by Englebienne, Gwenn (UT-EEMCS)

26th ACM International Conference on Multimodal Interaction (4-8 Nov 2024) Dear colleague, The deadline for paper submissions for ICMI 2024 is around the corner. https://icmi.acm.org/2024/call-for-papers/ https://new.precisionconference.com/submissions/icmi24a The 26th International Conference on Multimodal Interaction (ICMI 2024) will be held in San José, Costa Rica. ICMI is the premier international forum that brings together multimodal artificial intelligence (AI) and social interaction research. Multimodal AI encompasses technical challenges in machine learning and computational modeling such as representations, fusion, data, and systems. The study of social interactions encompasses both human-human interactions and human-computer interactions. A unique aspect of ICMI is its multidisciplinary nature which values both scientific discoveries and technical modelling achievements, with an eye towards impactful applications for the good of people and society. Novelty will be assessed along two dimensions: scientific novelty and technical novelty. Accepted papers at ICMI 2024 will need to be novel along one of the two dimensions: * Scientific Novelty: Papers should bring new scientific knowledge about human social interactions, including human-computer interactions. For example, discovering new behavioral markers that are predictive of mental health or how new behavioral patterns relate to children’s interactions during learning. It is the responsibility of the authors to perform a proper literature review and clearly discuss the novelty in the scientific discoveries made in their paper. * Technical Novelty: Papers should propose novelty in their computational approach for recognizing, generating or modeling multimodal data. Examples include: novelty in the learning and prediction algorithms, in the neural architecture, or in the data representation. Novelty can also be associated with new usages of an existing approach. Commitment to ethical conduct is required and submissions must adhere to ethical standards in particular when human-derived data are employed. Authors are encouraged to read the ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct (https://ethics.acm.org/). ICMI 2024 conference theme: The theme of this year’s ICMI conference revolves around “Equitability and environmental sustainability in multimodal interaction technologies.” The focus is on exploring how multimodal systems and multimodal interactive applications can serve as tools to bridge the digital divide, particularly in underserved communities and countries, with a specific emphasis on those in Latin America and the Caribbean. The conference aims to delve into the design principles that can render multimodal systems more equitable and sustainable in applications such as health and education, thereby catalyzing positive transformations in development for historically marginalized groups, including racial/ethnic minorities and indigenous peoples. Moreover, there is a crucial exploration of the intersection between multimodal interaction technologies and environmental sustainability. This involves examining how these technologies can be crafted to comprehend, disseminate, and mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change, especially in the Latin America and Caribbean region. The conference endeavors to explore the potential of multimodal systems in fostering community resilience, raising awareness, and facilitating education related to climate change, thereby contributing to a holistic approach that encompasses both social and environmental dimensions. Additional topics of interest include but are not limited to: * Affective computing and interaction * Cognitive modeling and multimodal interaction * Gesture, touch and haptics * Healthcare, assistive technologies * Human communication dynamics * Human-robot/agent multimodal interaction * Human-centered A.I. and ethics * Interaction with smart environment * Machine learning for multimodal interaction * Mobile multimodal systems * Multimodal behaviour generation * Multimodal datasets and validation * Multimodal dialogue modeling * Multimodal fusion and representation * Multimodal interactive applications * Novel multimodal datasets * Speech behaviours in social interaction * System components and multimodal platforms * Visual behaviours in social interaction * Virtual/augmented reality and multimodal interaction Important Dates Abstract deadline April 26th, 2024 Paper Submission May 3rd, 2024 Rebuttal Period June 16th-23rd, 2024 Paper notification July 18th, 2024 Camera-ready paper August 16th, 2024 Presenting at main conference November 5th-7th, 2024

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MedCHI@womENcourage

by Maristella Matera

Carissimi, come avrete avuto modo di apprendere dai messaggi circolati nei mesi scorsi, Giuliana Vitiello e io abbiamo partecipato all’istituzione del Mediterranean CHI (MedCHI), un nuovo comitato dell’ACM SIGCHI dedicato a promuovere e rafforzare l'HCI nell’area del Mediterraneo. In occasione della conferenza womENcourage, che si terrà a Madrid dal 26 al 28 Giugno (https://womencourage.acm.org/2024/), MedCHI organizzerà un workshop volto a esplorare l'impatto della ricerca HCI sulla valorizzazione della cultura e delle comunità del Mediterraneo, con un focus specifico su inclusività e parità di genere. Desideriamo quindi invitarvi a partecipare al workshop, con l’auspicio che la nostra comunità possa contribuire attivamente al dibattito su possibili iniziative in questo ambito. I dettagli sul tema e sulla modalità di partecipazione sono disponibili nella pagina Web del workshop (https://hintlab.polimi.it/workshop-medchi2024-womencourage/). Se siete interessati a partecipare, non esitate a contattarci! Speriamo di vedervi numerosi e di poter contare sulla vostra partecipazione per arricchire la discussione su temi che assumono sempre più importanza nel panorama della ricerca e della didattica. Un caro saluto a tutti! Maristella e Giuliana

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12th IEEE International Conference on Cloud Engineering (IC2E): Last Call for Papers

by Announce

*** Last Call for Papers *** 12th IEEE International Conference on Cloud Engineering (IC2E) September 24-27, 2024, 5* Aliathon Resort, Paphos, Cyprus https://conferences.computer.org/IC2E/2024/, The IEEE International Conference on Cloud Engineering (IC2E) is a premier conference on Cloud Computing, which in the last two decades has significantly changed the way IT resources are consumed. ###IMPORTANT DATES### * Full and short paper submission deadline: May 17, 2024 (AoE) (*** extended ***) * Author notification and start of shepherding phase: June 30, 2024 * Camera-ready copies: August 2, 2024 ###TOPICS OF INTEREST### IC2E provides a high-quality, comprehensive forum where researchers and practitioners can exchange information on engineering principles, enabling technologies, and practical experiences related to Cloud Computing. The conference brings together experts who work on different levels of the cloud stack – including systems, storage, networking, platforms, databases, applications, and software engineering. IC2E offers an end-to-end view of the challenges and technologies in Cloud Computing, fosters new research that addresses the interaction between different layers of the stack, and ultimately helps shape the future of cloud-transformed business and society. IC2E 2024 invites submissions of high-quality research papers describing fully developed results and ongoing foundational and applied work related to all aspects of cloud engineering. The IC2E Program Committee will interpret “cloud engineering” very broadly – to include everything from engineering principles to practical experiences, and advances that target different levels of the cloud stack, from both academia and industry. In particular, submissions on topics of emerging interest in the research and development communities are encouraged. Authors can choose to submit their papers under either the Research and Vision or Industry and Experience Track. Submissions are invited on the following non-exhaustive list of topics for both tracks: * Cloud management and engineering, from single (micro-)services to complete system landscapes * Cloud applications, ranging from the Internet of Things (IoT) over Big Data to Machine Learning * Cloud systems, including storage, data distribution, and serverless computing * Cloud security and privacy concerns on all levels of the Cloud stack * Fog and Edge Computing, and all other system types in the Cloud-Edge Compute Continuum * Everything as a Service * Non-technical aspects of Cloud Computing, e.g., Cloud governance or cloud economics For a full list of the topics, please visit https://conferences.computer.org/IC2E/2024/. IC2E is looking for the following three types of paper submissions: * Research papers describe original well-evaluated research. Novelty is a key criterion in the review process. * Vision papers describe speculative but well-reasoned and inspiring papers. Here, the insights and clarity of the vision are of key concern. * Industry and experience papers describe how existing research has been transferred into practice. The review focus is on the lessons learned, including those relevant for researchers. Research and vision papers should be submitted to the Research Track, industry and experience papers to the Industry Track. Vision papers should have "(Vision Paper)" as a subtitle on the first page. ###SUBMISSION### Authors must submit full and short papers in PDF via the Web submission form at EasyChair (https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ic2e2024), upon selecting Research Track or Industry Track options. Both Research Track and Industry Track papers should use the IEEE Manuscript Template for Conference Proceedings for formatting. LaTeX users must use \documentclass[10pt,conference]{IEEEtran}, without including the compsoc or compsocconf options. As reviewers often ask for additional content, IC2E differentiates between paper formatting for reviewing and for the final published version: * Full papers: For reviewing, full papers (including figures and tables) should not exceed 9 double-column pages; references can be additional pages. For the final published version, full papers are limited to a total of 12 double-column pages including everything. * Short papers: For reviewing, short papers are limited to 5 pages, not including references, and should be clearly marked as such in the title. For the final published version, short papers are limited to 8 pages, including everything. IC2E supports Open Science practices. Therefore, authors are strongly encouraged to publish software and data sets as open-source/data. All submitted manuscripts will be peer-reviewed. Depending on the paper type, submissions will be judged on correctness, originality, technical strength, significance, quality of presentation, and interest and relevance to the conference scope. Submitted manuscripts must contain original contributions, and their contributions must not have appeared in or be under consideration for publication in another workshop, conference, or journal. Accepted papers will be published by the IEEE Computer Society Conference Publishing Services (EI indexed). ###ORGANIZATION & CONTACT### General Chairs: * George Pallis University of Cyprus, Cyprus * Weisong Shi University of Delaware, US TPC Chairs: * Xiaohui (Helen) Gu North Carolina State University, US * Stefan Schulte Hamburg University of Technology, Germany

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Invitation to Submit Your Research Papers in "May 11-12, 2024, Virtual Conference" - SPNLP 2024

by malcolm macbeth

*2nd International Conference on Speech and NLP (SPNLP 2024)* May 11-12, 2024, Virtual Conference https://spnlp2024.org/ Scope *2nd International Conference on Speech and NLP (SPNLP 2024)* will provide an excellent international forums for sharing knowledge and results in theory, methodology and applications of speech and Natural Language Processing (NLP). Authors are solicited to contribute to the conference by submitting articles that illustrate research results, projects, surveying works and industrial experiences that describe significant advances in the following areas, but are not limited to: *Topics of Interest include, but are not limited to, the follow* · Chunking/Shallow Parsing · Dialogue and Interactive Systems · Deep learning and NLP · Discourseand Pragmatics · Information Extraction, Retrieval, Text Mining · Interpretability and Analysis of Models for NLP · Language Grounding to Vision, Robotics and Beyond · Lexical Semantics · Linguistic Resources · Machine Learning for NLP · Machine Translation · NLP and Signal Processing · NLP Applications · Ontology · Paraphrasing/Entailment/Generation · Parsing/Grammatical Formalisms · Phonology, Morphology · POS tagging · Question Answering · Resources and Evaluation · Semantic Processing · Sentiment Analysis, Stylistic Analysis, and Argument Mining · Speech and Multimodality · Speech Recognition and Synthesis · Spoken Language Processing · Statistical and Knowledge based methods · Summarization · Theory and Formalism in NLP *Paper Submission * Authors are invited to submit papers through the conference Submission System <https://spnlp2024.org/submission/index.php> by *April 20, 2024.* Submissions must be original and should not have been published previously or be under consideration for publication while being evaluated for this conference. The proceedings of the conference will be published by International Journal on Cybernetics & Informatics (IJCI) series ( <https://www.ijcionline.com/index>Confirmed). Selected papers from SPNLP 2024, after further revisions, will be published in the special issue of the following journals · International Journal on Natural Language Computing (IJNLC) <https://airccse.org/journal/ijnlc/> · International Journal of Ubiquitous Computing (IJU) <https://www.airccse.org/journal/iju/index.html> · International Journal of Data Mining & Knowledge Management Process (IJDKP)– WJCI Indexed <https://airccse.org/journal/ijdkp/ijdkp.html> · International Journal of Grid Computing & Applications (IJGCA) <https://www.airccse.org/journal/ijgca/ijgca.html> · Signal & Image Processing : An International Journal (SIPIJ) <https://www.airccse.org/journal/sipij/> *Important Dates* · *Submission Deadline : * *April 20, 2024* · Authors Notification: May 04, 2024 · Registration & camera - Ready Paper Due: May 07, 2024 *Contact Us * Here’s where you can reach us : spnlp(a)spnlp2024.org or spnlpconf(a)gmail.com *Paper Submission Link* *https://spnlp2024.org/submission/index.php* <https://spnlp2024.org/submission/index.php>

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[IxD&A] Deadline extension: Special issue n. 63 on "Smart Learning Ecosystems beyond 2030" - IxD&A Journal

by Carlo Giovannella

/Apologize for unintended cross-mailing/ ========================================================= /Note: //*Interaction Design and Architecture(s) Journal has migrated to https://ixdea.org/*// //The old website is no longer be updated since last 5 March 2023 onwards. //Note: *also the paper management system of the journal has migrated to* *https://ojs.ixdea.org/* <https://ojs.ixdea.org/> The old OJS istance has been discontinued since the 1st of July 2023 and cannot longer used to submit papers to IxD&A Journal. /========================================================= D*EADLINE EXTENSION -> May 31st 2024* (new hard deadline) Special Issue on *Smart Learning Ecosystems beyond 2030* Call for Papers -> link <https://ixdea.org/smart-learning-ecosystems-beyond-2030/> to be published at the /*Interaction Design and Architecture(s) Journal (IxD&A)*/ (ISSN 1826-9745, eISSN 2283-2998) https://ixdea.org/ https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-000 ---------------------------------------------------------------- **** Since 2007 also in Scopus **** **** *Since 2015 also* in *Emerging Sources Citation Index* and *Web of Science* *** *---------------------------------------------------------------- IxD&A implements the Gold Open Access (OA) road to its contents with no charge to the authors (submission & paper processing) Help us in improving the quality of the editorial process and of the journal, please donate: -> link ========================================================= *Guest Editors:*  --------------------------------------------------------- -- • Gabriella Dodero, ASLERD • Carlo Giovannella, ASLERD & University of Tor Vergata, Rome • Francesca Pozzi, ITD-CNR, Genoa =========================================== *Important dates:* ----------------------------------------------------------- • Deadline: *April 31st 2024* (extended - new hard deadline) • Notification to the authors: July 30th, 2024 • Camera ready paper: September 15th, 2024 • Publication of the special issue: Winter 2024 =========================================== *Overview* ----------------------------------------------------------- Since 2016, the year during which ASLERD together with other associations promoted the Timisoara Declaration – “Better learning for a better world – Through People-Centered Smart Learning Ecosystems” [1] – a number of happenings have impacted considerably the evolution of the learning ecosystems to the point that it is deemed necessary to revise the Timisoara Declaration and promote a reflection on the configuration that learning ecosystems may take in the future, well beyond 2030, i.e. the year indicated by Unesco to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals [2]. The 2020 pandemic has left its mark and unveiled the real state of the art in the integration of digital technologies as an aid to the development of educational processes and, as well, on the entity of the digital divide; it has also unveiled the basis of the existing relationships between learning ecosystems, political power and society at large. Overcoming the present transmissive model, sometimes referred to for the specifies of its organization as the school-factory model, would seem to call for a transition to smart learning ecosystems in which learning processes are expected to become competence-based and foster the “learning by being” [3], in which physical spaces are increasingly characterized by their affordances and functionality as well as becoming phygital and interconnected, in which learning processes are designed with increasing awareness having as aim the achievement of the wellbeing of all the actors of such processes, as well as that of the society that, in turn, feel fully co-responsible for the formation of young people, also as proactive inhabitants of a world that they should respect in all its components, also to preserve its state of health. A transition that cannot avoid to take into due consideration the growing pervasiveness of Artificial Intelligences and the need that young people have to learn to tame and filter them, strong in the acquired skills that will still make them inimitable and unique in their potential to critically design and innovate. This special issue dedicated to “Smart learning ecosystems beyond the 2030s” is also the result of a debate that is taking place within IAALDE (International Alliance to Advance Learning in the Digital Era) [4] and which had an initial public discussion at the open debate held on occasion of SLERD 2023 [5] to which took part representatives of various associations such as APSCE – Asia Pacific Society for Computers in Education, ASLERD – Association for Smart Learning Ecosystem and Regional Development, GCSCE – Global Chinese Society for Computers in Education, L@S – ACM`s Learning at Scale, SoLar – Society for Learning Analytics Research. The purpose of the special issue, therefore, in addition to collecting the contributions of those who participated in the debate, is to broaden the discussion to scholars and practitioners who are engaged in the development of future learning ecosystems and who would like to contribute with and share their own vision. [1] Timisoara declaration: “BETTER LEARNING FOR A BETTER WORLD Through People Centered Smart Learning Ecosystems” – http://www.aslerd.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/TIMISOARA_DECLARATION_F.pdf [2] Sustainable Development Goals, https://sdgs.un.org/goals [3] Giovannella C.: “Learning by being”: integrated thinking and competencies to mark the difference from AIs, Interaction Design & Architecture(s) – IxD&A Journal, N.57, 2023, pp. 8–26, DOI: https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-057-001 [4] IAALDE (International Alliance to Advance Learning in the Digital Era), https://alliancelss.com/ [5] “Smart Learning Ecosystems beyond 2030”, https://youtu.be/RFDbDjq1Kyc ----------------------------------------------------------- *Topics of Interest* ----------------------------------------------------------- Topics of interest for this special issue include, but are not limited to: • Future visions on and models of smart learning ecosystems • Competence based and “learning by being” in future smart learning ecosystems • AIs for humans in future smart learning ecosystems and processes • Phygital spaces and their affordances in future smart learning ecosystems • Social co-responsibilities and skills for future smart learning ecosystems • Meaningful relationships among educational agencies to support future smart learning ecosystems and processes • Benchmarking smartness and wellbeing of future learning ecosystems • Literacies for future smart learning ecosystems • Continuous training and qualification for future smart learning ecosystems’ teachers and stakeholders • Policies and governance for future smart learning ecosystems. =========================================== /*Submission guidelines and procedure*/ ---------------------------------------------------------- All submissions (abstracts and later final manuscripts) must be original and may not be under review by another publication. The manuscripts should be submitted either in .doc or in .rtf format. All papers will be blindly peer-reviewed by at least two reviewers. Authors are invited to submit 8-30 pages paper (including authors' information, abstract, all tables, figures, references, etc.). The paper should be written according to the IxD&A authors' guidelines ->https://ixdea.org/authors-guidelines/ ========================================================== *Authors' guidelines* ---------------------------------------------------------- Paper submission page: -> link <https://ojs.ixdea.org/> (Please upload all submissions using the Submission page. When submitting the paper, please, choose the section: "/SI: //Smart Learning Ecosystems beyond 2030/") More information on the submission procedure and on the characteristics of the paper format can be found on the website of the IxD&A Journal where information on the copyright policy and responsibility of authors, publication ethics and malpractice are published. For scientific advice and queries, please contact the IxD&A scientific editor marking the subject as: /SI: //Smart Learning Ecosystems beyond 2030/ • gabriella [dot] dodero [at] gmail [dot] com • carlo [dot] giovannella [at] uniroma2 [dot] it • francesca [dot] pozzi [at] itd [dot] cnr [dot] it -----------------------------------------------------------------------------* *** * Forthcoming issues:* https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-000 • ‘Designing for People in Human-Robot Collaboration’ Guest editors: Stine S. Johansen, Alan Burden, Eike Schneiders, Alexander N. Walzer • ‘STEAM teaching and learning: advances beyond the state of the art’ Guest editors: Hector Cardona-Reyes, Carlos Alberto Lara-Álvarez, Miguel Angel Ortiz Esparza, Klinge Orlando Villalba-Condori • 'Digital Crossroads: Enhancing Mediterranean Values through Human-Computer Interaction Research’ Guest editors: George Caridakis, Houda El Mimouni, Joel Lanir, Valentina Nisi, Giuliana Vitiello • ‘Digital Technologies for Supporting Inclusion’ Guest editors: Hasan Ferdous, Carsten Röcker, Syed Isthiaque Ahmed, Nusrat Jahan Mim • ‘Map-based interfaces and interactions’ Guest editors: Masood Masoodian, Saturnino Luz • ‘Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems’ Guest editors: Chiara Ceccarini, Catia Prandi, Alberto Monge Roffarello, Luigi De Russis ----------------------------------------------------------

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one-year research fellowship on human and artificial trajectories in Milan

by Davide Rocchesso

Applications are invited for a research fellowship (/Assegno di Ricerca/) on "Multisensory analysis of human and artificial trajectories" at the Music Informatics Laboratory (LIM - https://www.lim.di.unimi.it/) of the /Università degli Studi di Milano/. The position is funded by the Italian research funding programme PRIN 2022. The successful applicant will be part of the project MAHATMA "Multiscale Analysis of Human and Artificial Trajectories: Models and Applications" (principal investigator: Davide Rocchesso <https://www.unimi.it/it/ugov/person/davide-rocchesso>). The appointment term is one year. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute to experimental research and modeling of multisensory representations of trajectories at different scales in interactive contexts, exploiting the diversity of the senses and of the motor abilities. Details about the position and application are available at: https://www.unimi.it/it/ricerca/ricerca-lastatale/fare-ricerca-da-noi/asseg… Application deadline: May 10, 2024.

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CFP - cAESAR Workshop at UMAP 2024

by berardina nadja decarolis

* We apologize if you receive multiple copies of this email * ++ CALL FOR PAPERS ++ ****************************************************************************************** Fifth International Workshop on Adapted intEraction with SociAl Robots (cAESAR), in conjunction with UMAP 2024 <https://www.um.org/umap2024/>, 1 - 4 July, Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy Website: https://caesar2024.di.unito.it/ ****************************************************************************************** This Workshop aims to bring together researchers and practitioners who are working on various aspects of social robotics and adaptive interaction. The expected result of the workshop is a multidisciplinary research agenda that will inform future research directions and, hopefully, forge some research collaborations. ++Topics++ Topics (of interest) include (but are not limited to): - Personalized Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) - User modeling in social HRI - Adaptation strategies for social HRI - Affective interaction with robots - Machine learning for social robots - Natural Language Interaction with social robots - Emotion detection in social HRI - Social Assistive Robots - Social Robots in Education - Social HRI and Cognitive Impairments - Social Robots as Conversational Recommender Systems - Social Robots in the real world - User-centered Design in social HRI - Behavior Transparency for Social Robot - Empirical Evaluation of Social Robots ++Submissions++ Paper Submissions in EasyChair https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=umap24, selecting the track associated with this workshop "Workshop CAESAR": Page limits: Long papers up to 10 pages including references; Short papers up to 6 pages including references; Position paper/Demo paper 2 pages including references. Submissions should be single-blinded, i.e. authors names should be included in the submissions. ACM will publish a conference adjunct proceedings where all the workshop papers will be published. Workshop papers must follow the formatting guidelines and templates of the main conference. ( https://www.um.org/umap2024/call-for-full-and-short-papers/). Papers exceeding page limits or formatting guidelines will be returned without review. An international panel of experts will review all submissions. Demos need to provide links to the systems presented. Work that has already been published should not be submitted unless it introduces a significant addition to the previously published work. IMPORTANT DATES Paper Submission: April 24, 2024 Notification: May 8, 2024 Accepted Papers Camera-ready Submission (TAPS system): May 16, 2024 ++ Organizing committee ++ Berardina (Nadja) De Carolis, University of Bari, Italy, berardina.decarolis(a)uniba.it Cristina Gena, University of Torino, Italy, cgena(a)di.unito.it Antonio Lieto, University of Salerno, Italy, alieto(a)unisa.it Silvia Rossi, University of Napoli Federico II, Italy silvia.rossi(a)unina.it Alessandra Sciutti, Italian Institute of Technology, Genova, Italy, alessandra.sciutti(a)iit.it -- Berardina Nadja De Carolis Associate Professor Dipartimento di Informatica Università degli studi di Bari "Aldo Moro" Via Orabona, 4 70126 Bari - Italy phone: +39 080 544 3282

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ExUM Workshop @UMAP 2024 - Call For Papers

by amon

*** Apologies for cross postings *** *ExUM Workshop @UMAP 2024 - Call For Papers - *** DEADLINE APRIL, 24 *** ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Workshop on Explainable User Models and Personalised Systems (ExUM@UMAP 2024) co-located with UMAP 2024 (http://www.um.org/umap2024) - The 32nd ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization Monday 1 - Thursday 4 July, 2024 Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExUM_Workshop Web: http://swap.di.uniba.it/exum/index.html For any information: marco.polignano(a)uniba.it ========= ABSTRACT ========= Adaptive and personalized systems have become pervasive technologies, gradually playing an increasingly important role in our daily lives. Indeed, we are now accustomed to interacting with algorithms that leverage the power of Language Models (LLMs) to assist us in various scenarios. From services suggesting music or movies to personal assistants proactively supporting us in complex decision-making tasks. As these technologies continue to shape our everyday experiences, it becomes imperative to ensure that the internal mechanisms guiding these algorithms are transparent and comprehensible. The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) recognizes the users' right to explanation when confronted with intelligent systems, highlighting the significance of this aspect. Regrettably, current research often prioritizes the maximization of personalization strategy effectiveness, such as recommendation accuracy, at the expense of model explainability. To address this concern, the workshop aims to provide a platform for in-depth discussions on challenges, problems, and innovative research approaches in the field. The workshop will specifically focus on investigating the role of transparency and explainability in recent methodologies for constructing user models and developing personalized and adaptive systems. By bringing together researchers and practitioners, the workshop aims to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the development of novel solutions. Through this collective effort, we can advance the understanding and implementation of transparent and interpretable approaches in adaptive and personalized systems, including integrating Language Models (LLMs) to enhance transparency and enable users to comprehend the internal mechanisms guiding these systems. ====== TOPICS ====== Topics of interest include but are not limited to: ∑ TRANSPARENT AND EXPLAINABLE PERSONALIZATION STRATEGIES o Scrutable User Models o Transparent User Profiling and Personal Data Extraction o Explainable Personalization and Adaptation Methodologies o Novel strategies (e.g., conversational recommender systems) for building transparent algorithms o Transparent Personalization and Adaptation to Groups of users o Transparent Personalization based on Large Language Models ∑ DESIGNING EXPLANATION ALGORITHMS o Explanation algorithms based on the item description and item properties o Explanation algorithms based on user-generated content (e.g., reviews) o Explanation algorithms based on collaborative information o Building explanation algorithms for opaque personalization techniques (e.g., neural networks, matrix factorization) o Explanation algorithms based on methods to build group models ∑ DESIGNING TRANSPARENT AND EXPLAINABLE USER INTERFACES o Transparent User Interfaces o Methodologies for designing transparent interaction o Novel paradigms (e.g. chatbots, LLMs) for building transparent models ∑ EVALUATING TRANSPARENCY AND EXPLAINABILITY o Evaluating Transparency in interaction or personalization o Evaluating the Explainability of the algorithms o Designing User Studies for evaluating transparency and explainability o Novel metrics and experimental protocols ∑ OPEN ISSUES IN TRANSPARENT AND EXPLAINABLE USER MODELS AND PERSONALIZED SYSTEMS o Ethical issues (Fairness and Biases) in User Models and Personalized Systems o Privacy management of Personal and Social data o Discussing Recent Regulations (GDPR) and future directions ============ SUBMISSIONS ============ We encourage the submission of contributions investigating novel methodologies to exploit heterogeneous personal data and approaches to build transparent and scrutable user models. In particular, we accept three kinds of submissions: (A) Regular papers (max. 14 pages + references - single-column ACM format) (B) Ongoing projects, Demo and Short papers (max. 7 pages + references - single-column ACM format); Submission site: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=umap24 During the submission process select “6th Workshop on Explainable User Models and Personalized Systems (ExUM)” All submitted papers will be evaluated by at least two members of the program committee, based on originality, significance, relevance, and technical quality. Note that the references do not count toward page limits. Submissions should be single-blinded, i.e. authors’ names should be included in the submissions. Papers must be formatted according to the new workflow for ACM publications. All accepted papers will be published by ACM as a joint volume of Extended UMAP 2024 Proceedings and will be available via the ACM Digital Library. At least one author of each accepted paper must register for the particular workshop and present the paper there. The templates and instructions are available here: ttps:// authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/taps-production-workflow - LaTeX (use \documentclass[manuscript,review,anonymous]{acmart} in the sample-authordraft.tex file for single-column) - https://portalparts.acm.org/hippo/latex_templates/acmart-primary.zip - Overleaf (use \documentclass[manuscript,review,anonymous]{acmart} for single-column) - https://www.overleaf.com/gallery/tagged/acm-official#.WOuOk2e1taQ - MS Word: https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/preparing-your-a… ================ IMPORTANT DATES ================ * Full paper submission: April 24, 2024 (GMT) * Paper notification: May 8, 2024 (GMT) * Workshop Papers Camera-ready Submission (TAPS system): May 16, 2024 (GTM) ============= ORGANIZATION ============= Cataldo Musto - University of Bari, Italy Amra Delić – University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Oana Inel - Zurich University, Switzerland Marco Polignano - University of Bari, Italy Amon Rapp – University of Torino, Italy Giovanni Semeraro - University of Bari, Italy Juergen Ziegler - University of Duisburg Essen ============= PROGRAM COMMITTEE (TO BE EXTENDED) ============= Kathrin Wardatzky, University of Zurich Marco de Gemmis, University of Bari Veronika Bogina, Tel Aviv University Dietmar Jannach, University of Klagenfurt Francesco Barile, Maastricht University Alain Starke, University of Amsterdam Ludovico Boratto, University of Cagliari Benedikt Loepp Styliani Kleanthous, CYENS CoE and Open University of Cyprus Erasmo Purificato, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg Pierpaolo Basile, University of Bari Bart Knijnenburg, Clemson University Alejandro Bellogin, Universidad Autonoma de Madrid Giuseppe Sansonetti, Roma Tre University Riccardo Guidotti, University of Pisa Michael Ekstrand, Drexel University Antonela Tommasel, Aarhus University, ISISTAN Research Institute, CONICET-UNCPBA Kyriaki Kalimeri, ISI Foundation

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36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering: Call for Participation

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*** Call for Participation *** 36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering (CAiSE'24) June 3-7, 2024, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://cyprusconferences.org/caise2024/ (*** Early Bird Registration: May 1, 2024 ***) ( *** Registration site: https://cyprusconferences.org/caise2024/registration/ ***) CAiSE is the premier conference series for information systems engineering. It offers a meeting space for presentation of recent research results, discussion about trends and futures of information systems engineering, and interaction between researchers and practitioners. Registration is now open, Early-bird registration is possible until May 1, 2024. See all CAiSE’24 speakers, the conference venue and the social events. Highlights of the conference: RESEARCH PAPER PRESENTARIONS • 36 high quality research paper presentations • CAiSE Forum: presentations and discussions of 10 innovative vision papers and 8 tool demos • Journal-first paper presentations – of selected papers on IS Engineering topics that were published in journals this year • Research projects exhibition KEYNOTES AND PANELS • Keynote by Prof. J. Mark Bishop: The colour of cognition: from abstract computation to the lived mind • Keynote by Prof. David Harel: Two Projects on Human Interaction with AI • Panel on the use of generative AI for IS engineering research and academic writing TUTORIALS • Orlenys López Pintado and David Chapela-Campa: Data-driven Business Process Simulation: From Event Logs to Tools and Techniques • Diego Calvanese and Davide Lanti: Designing Virtual Knowledge Graphs • Henrik Leopold: How to Conduct Valid Information Systems Engineering Research? • Luiz Olavo Bonino: FAIR Data Train: A FAIR-compliant distributed data and services platform • Massimo Mecella: Engineering Information Systems with LLMs and AI-based techniques WORKING CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS • Working conference on Business Process Modeling, Development and Support (BPMDS) • Working conference on Exploring Modelling Methods for Systems Analysis and Design (EMMSAD) • 6 workshops: on Agile Methods for Information Systems Engineering, Blockchain for Information Systems and Blockchain for Trusted Data Sharing, Hybrid Artificial Intelligence and Enterprise Modelling for Intelligent Information Systems, Knowledge Graphs for Semantics-driven Systems Engineering, Enterprise & Organizational Modeling and Simulation, Digital Transformation with Business Process Mining SOCIAL EVENTS • Workshop and co-located events dinner with typical Cypriot food and atmosphere • Welcome reception and cocktail • A tour and a conference dinner in Aphrodite Hill’s Village • A beach party with drinks and dancing

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ACM GoodIT'24: Special Track on Educating for a Sustainable Digital Future -- Second Call for Papers

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*** Second Call for Papers *** ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (GoodIT''24) Special Track on Educating for a Sustainable Digital Future https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/ ( *** Submission Deadline: 17 May 2024 ***) SCOPE Exploring the development of our digital future requires a comprehensive examination of both individual and societal consequences. Placing excessive emphasis on individual gains, a common practice in individualistic societies for many years, has hindered the ability to grasp the complex dynamics and forward-thinking mindset essential for the sustainability of a contemporary society. The evolving landscape of technology and the ongoing digital advancements have paved the way for creative applications in the field of education, allowing us to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances. When shaping a new approach for Information Systems and Information Technology education, it is crucial to emphasize the significance of individuals as key stakeholders and integral members of the wider community, while also recognizing the pivotal role of collaboration. In this track, we are searching for papers employing innovative technology and approaches to educate the future generation towards world equality, collegiality, inclusion and a more cooperative learning for a sustainable digital future. Values which are emphasized in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which overall aim towards creating a more equitable, sustainable, and peaceful world. This track is particularly relevant to IS/IT educators and those creative IT practitioners who care about developing a sustainable digital future. TOPICS Potential topics for papers include (but are not limited to): • Sustainable and innovative education technologies and practices • Universal access to quality education • The new role for IS/IT in society and education and the value of information and knowledge • The role of cooperative learning for life-long learning and societal developments • Digital transformation: opportunities and challenges for education, work, and society • Digital learning environments: Innovations and trends • Equality, diversity, and inclusion in education, work, and society • The use of large language models and generative AI in education • New topics and domains in IT-enhanced education We hope to attract the interest of IS/IT educators and those creative IT practitioners who care about developing a sustainable digital future. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Please refer to the instructions on the conference web site: https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/submission-of-papers/ . All accepted papers will be included in the ACM Digital Library . IMPORTANT DATES • Submission deadline: 17 May 2024 (AoE) • Notification of acceptance: 8 July 2024 • Camera ready: 19 July 2024 TRACK CHAIRS • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus • Vasso Stylianou, University of Nicosia, Cyprus CONTACT DETAILS Vasso Stylianou, stylianou.v(a)unic.ac.cy

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CFP: Workshop on Personalized Access to Cultural Heritage - PATCH@UMAP 2024

by Noemi Mauro

**** PLEASE, EXCUSE MULTIPLE POSTINGS **** CALL FOR PAPERS The 15th International Workshop on Personalized Access to Cultural Heritage (PATCH 2024) Held in conjunction with ACM UMAP 2024 - Cagliari, Italy. https://patch2024.di.unito.it/ Important dates: April 24, 2024: paper submission May 8, 2024: notification to authors May 16, 2024: camera-ready due The workshop will be in person or hybrid. Abstract and Topics Following the successful series of PATCH workshops, PATCH 2024 will be again the meeting point between state-of-the-art cultural heritage research and personalization – using any kind of technology, while focusing on ubiquitous and adaptive scenarios, to enhance the personal experience in cultural heritage sites. The workshop is aimed at bringing together, physically and/or virtually, researchers and practitioners who are working on various aspects of cultural heritage and are interested in exploring the potential of state of the art mobile technology (onsite as well as online) to enhance the CH visit experience. The expected result of the workshop is a sharing and discussing novel ideas and creating a multidisciplinary research agenda that will inform future research directions and hopefully, forge some research collaborations. Motivation Cultural heritage (CH) has traditionally been a privileged area for personalization research, as highlighted by the many H2020 calls on this topic. Visitors come to cultural heritage sites willing to experience and learn new things, usually without a clear idea of what to expect. CH sites are typically rich in objects and information; much more than the visitor can absorb during the limited time of a visit. Cultural Heritage exploration and fruition are central aspects to value the richness of the territory and the history of our countries. The research on this topic is very active and continuously expanding towards new topics, such as the integration of cultural and natural heritage exploration, the extension to novel interaction means (e.g., haptic user interfaces and IoT), ambient intelligence, etc. We invite cultural heritage professionals and researchers to join us to discuss findings and trends on personalisation of cultural heritage in the broadest sense, from online and remote cultural access to onsite visit, from individuals to groups, from tangible to virtual and robotic mediation. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: - Navigation and personalized browsing in digital and physical cultural heritage collections - Recommendation strategies for natural and cultural heritage - Adaptation strategies for text and non-verbal content in CH/NH - NLG techniques for mobile user modeling in natural and cultural heritage sites - Integration of virtual and physical collections - Immersive cultural and natural heritage - Mobile museum guides and personal museum assistants - Context-aware information presentation in natural and cultural heritage - Adaptive navigation and browsing in CH/NH sites - Intelligent user interfaces for natural and cultural heritage applications - Personalization for group of visitors to natural and cultural heritage sites - Personalization for collective CH information authoring and management - Creativity and collaboration support in CH - Personalization across the whole of a person's digital ecosystem - Long-term personalization - IoT and Cultural Heritage - Living lab in museum - Robots in museums - 3D, Augmented, and Virtual Reality for cultural and natural heritage - Gestural interfaces for Cultural Heritage applications - Analysis of behavior patterns to improve CH/NH recommendation - Conversational agents for cultural and natural heritage - The use of personality for guiding CH/NH experiences - Multiple viewpoints and perspectives for CH - Remote access to CH/NH - Intelligent agents to interact with CH/NH Submissions Full papers: up to 14 pages excluding references. Short papers/Position papers/Demo papers: up to 7 pages excluding references. Papers that exceed the page limits or formatting guidelines will be returned without review. Submissions should be single-blinded, i.e., authors’ names should be included in the submissions. Papers must be formatted according to the new workflow for ACM publications. The templates and instructions are available here: https://patch2024.di.unito.it/submission.html. All papers should be submitted in PDF format via the online submission system by selecting the track "UMAP 24 Workshop PATCH": https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=umap24. An international panel of experts will review all submissions. Work that has already been published should not be submitted unless it introduces a significant addition to the previously published work. There will be a conference adjunct proceedings published by ACM where all the workshop papers will be published. Workshop organizers Liliana Ardissono, University of Torino, Italy, liliana.ardissono(a)unito.it Tsvi Kuflik, The University of Haifa, Israel, tsvikak(a)is.haifa.ac.il Noemi Mauro, University of Torino, Italy, noemi.mauro(a)unito.it George E. Raptis, Human Opsis, Greece, graptis(a)humanopsis.com Alan J. Wecker, The University of Haifa, Israel, ajwecker(a)gmail.com

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The 12th IEEE International Conference on Mobile Cloud Computing, Services and Engineering (IEEE Mobile Cloud 2024): Last Call for Papers

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*** Last Call for Papers *** IEEE Mobile Cloud 2024 The 12th IEEE International Conference on Mobile Cloud Computing, Services and Engineering July 15-18, 2024 | Shanghai, China https://ieeemobilecloud.com (*** Submission Deadline: April 30th, 2024 AoE (extended) ***) IEEE Mobile Cloud is a pioneering IEEE sponsored international conference devoted to the research in mobile, edge, and cloud computing. It covers all aspects of mobile, edge, and cloud computing from architectures, techniques, tools and methodologies to applications. This year's conference is scheduled to take place in Shanghai, China, from 15-18 July 2024. IEEE Mobile Cloud 2024 is part of the IEEE International Congress On Intelligent And Service- Oriented Systems Engineering offering a broad spectrum of international events, sharing renowned keynotes and fostering exchange among researchers and practitioners (see common homepage for all colocated events, https://ieee-cisose-congress.org). The fusion of mobile communications, computing, and intelligence is catalysing the emergence of innovative systems and applications that facilitate intelligent resource provisioning, process extensive data from mobile sensors and interconnected hardware platforms, and bolster the Internet of Things (IoT) through robust edge and cloud-based backend infrastructure. The pivotal role of current and forthcoming communication technologies, machine learning implementation, and mobile cloud infrastructures as facilitators for this convergence cannot be understated. These mobile intelligent applications are poised to revolutionise various facets of daily life, encompassing domains such as transportation, e-commerce, healthcare, smart homes, smart cities, social interaction, and more. Mobile intelligence serves as an inclusive platform for both academic and industrial researchers to share their latest research insights, experimental findings, and the latest advancements in industry technologies related to mobile systems, machine learning, edge and cloud computing, services, and engineering. Leveraging the synergy of mobile communications, machine intelligence, edge computing, and edge/cloud infrastructures, the future of Mobile Intelligence Systems is envisioned to provide a multitude of critical and personalised services across diverse application domains, ranging from education, transportation, to public health, safety, and security. Submissions will be evaluated on the criteria of originality, significance, clarity, relevance, and accuracy. TOPICS OF INTEREST They include but not limited to: Theory, Modelling, and Methodologies • Mobile cloud computing models, architectures, infrastructures, and platforms • Mobile intelligence theories, concepts, algorithms, and methodologies • Mobile cloud data management • Mobile cloud tools, middleware, and data centres • Mobile intelligence as a service • Mobile networking, protocols, and technologies • Quality of service (QoS) • Mobile intelligence security and privacy Applications and Industry Practice • Mobile intelligence for autonomous driving systems, V2X, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), telematics • Mobile intelligence for robotics, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) • Mobile intelligence for sensor networks, Industrial IoT, industrial 4.0, and industry 5.0 • Mobile intelligence for future wireless technologies, 5G/6G, WiFi, Satellite, etc. • Mobile intelligence for aviation, airports, and railway • Mobile intelligence for Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR) • Mobile intelligence for computer vision and video analytics • Mobile intelligence for surveillance and disaster management • Mobile intelligence for healthcare • Mobile intelligence for the metaverse • Mobile intelligence for smart city • Mobile intelligence for satellite • Mobile intelligence for mission-critical systems • Mobile intelligence for community services and social networking • Mobile intelligence computing for sustainable development PAPER SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Papers must be written in English. All papers must be prepared in the IEEE double column proceedings format. Please see the following link for details: https://www.ieee.org/conferences/publishing/templates.html . All accepted conference papers will be published by IEEE Computer Society and IEEE Explore digital library with EI-index. Selected papers will be recommended to SCI-index journals as special issue papers. The paper length should be up to 8 pages for regular conference papers and 6 pages for work-in-progress papers. Submitted papers should contain original work and not being submitted elsewhere. Each paper must be presented by an author at the conference. Presentations via teleconference are not permitted. Permissions to have the paper presented by a qualified substitute presented may be granted by the TCP Chairs under extraordinary circumstances, upon written request. Submissions should be made via Easy Chair using the following link: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=imc24 . IMPORTANT DATES • Abstract submission: March 31st, 2024 (AoE) • Paper submission: April 30th, 2024 (AoE) (extended) • Notification of acceptance: May 15th, 2024 • Final manuscript submission: May 22nd, 2024 • Author registration: May 22nd, 2024 • Conference: July 15th-18th, 2024 COMMITTEES General Chairs • Hiroyuki Sato, University of Tokyo, Japan • Yan Bai, University of Washington Tacoma, USA Program Chairs • Lan Zhang, Clemson University, USA • Sun Yao, The University of Glasgow, Scotland, UK • Tomoki Watanabe, Kanagawa Institute Technology, Japan • Fan Wu, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China Publicity Chair George Angelos Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Committee • Ouri Wolfson, University of illinois • Felix Beierle, University of Würzburg • Thomas Richter, Rhein-Waal University of Applied Sciences • Dan Grigoras, University College Cork • Sergio Ilarri, University of Zaragoza • Iulian Sandu Popa, University of Versailles Saint-Quentin & INRIA Saclay-Ile-de-France • Haiping Xu, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth • Prasad Calyam, University of Missouri • Dana Petcu, West University of Timisoara • Fabio Costa, Federal University of Goias • Cristian Borcea, New Jersey Institute of Technology • Lei Huang, Prairie View A&M University • Chunsheng Zhu, Southern University of Science and Technology • Xuyun Zhang, Macquarie University • Jia Zhao, Changchun Institute of Technology • Richard Han, University of Colorado Boulder CISOSE General Chairs • Jerry Gao, San Jose State University, USA • Iraklis Varlamis, Harokopio University of Athens, Greece CISOSE Steering Committee • Jerry Gao, San Jose State University, USA • Guido Wirtz, University of Bamberg, Germany • Huaimin Wang, NUDT, China • Jie Xu, University of Leeds, UK • Wei-Tek Tsai, Arizona State University, USA • Axel Kupper, TU Berlin, Germany • Hong Zhu, Oxford Brookes University, UK • Longbin Cao, University of Technology Sydney, Australia • Cristian Borcea, New Jersey Institute of Technology, USA • Sato Hiroyuki, University of Tokyo, Japan

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2nd CfP - Human Work Interaction Design 2024: Sustainable Workplaces by Design (HWID2024) - EXTENDED DEADLINE

by Barbara Rita BARRICELLI

---------------------------------- 2nd CfP: Human Work Interaction Design 2024 (HWID'2024) Sustainable Workplaces by Design Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan (Italy) - September 5-6, 2024 https://hwid2024.unibs.it/ Joint conference of the IFIP WG 13.6 Human Work Interaction Design and IFIP WG 13.5 on Human Error, Resilience, Reliability, Safety and System Development --------------------------------- Designing for sustainability extends beyond merely reducing resource consumption and waste. It encompasses environmental, social, and economic dimensions while acknowledging their potential conflicts. Today, designers need to anticipate the impact on future generations, and social equity and justice between workers, while also considering financial performance. It appears clear that focusing solely on individual behaviour change, without considering workplace practices and reaching decision-makers, can only have a limited influence. While interactive systems to support sustainability have been proposed, it is crucial not to overlook the interactive systems used by workers in this endeavor. Beyond being mere tools, automation and AI systems must become work partners collaborating with workers to enhance their performance by taking over repetitive and tedious tasks. However, as these systems increasingly handle high-level cognitive tasks, designing meaningful roles for workers is even more challenging when designers already have to deal with known issues such as complacency, deskilling, monitoring, and takeover performances when automated systems reach their operational limits or fail. Consequently, methods, tools, and processes need to be refined to ensure a positive user experience and identify novel forms of human-automation cooperation for sustainable workplaces. THEME, SCOPE, AND FOCUS The theme of HWID'24 emphasizes the insights into the relationship between the sustainability of workplaces, the anticipatory potentials of design, and how automation and AI may fit the picture. It calls for a workplace design oriented towards sustainability, responsibility, and explainability. Examples of relevant questions include: - What does the very notion of design imply from the point of view of being sustainable, responsible, and explainable, and how can these values be embodied in workplaces? - How to design environment-friendly and humane workplaces? - What individualistic vs collectivistic frictions may emerge from unethical practices, and how can design mitigate them? - How to design workplaces ensuring social equity and well-being when we deal with both biased humans and automated systems? - How to identify, evaluate, and support the new UX interactional patterns between workers and AI and maintain workers' efficiency and well-being? - How can alternative forms of job design (e.g. job crafting) mitigate conflicts between the pursuit of financial profit and the reduction of companies’ impact on the environment? Can automation help? Topics of interest include: - Artificial Intelligence and Intelligence Augmentation in the workplace - Collaborative robots - Virtual Assistants - Digital Twins - Cyber-physical systems - Automation for social equity and well-being - User experience in workplaces and novel forms of human-computer cooperation - Sustainability, Responsibility, and Ethics of Technology in Workplaces This working conference aims to answer these and more questions by involving professionals working in academia, national labs, and industry who are engaged in human work analysis and interaction design for sustainable workplaces. We will discuss tools, procedures, and professional competencies needed to face issues and opportunities provided by workplace design's sustainable and automatization perspectives. IMPORTANT DATES (EXTENDED) Submission deadline: May 10th, 2024 Notification to authors: June 16th, 2024 Camera ready: July 7th, 2024 Conference: September 5-6, 2024 SUBMISSIONS We invite authors to submit full papers (max 8 pages, excluding references) formatted according to LNCS template available on the Springer website: https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu… The link to the submission system: https://equinocs.springernature.com/service/HWID2024 Each paper will be reviewed by three reviewers. The collection of all accepted papers will be distributed to the participants as digital proceedings before the conference. During the review process, the reviewers will be asked to evaluate whether an extended version of the paper is suitable for an IFIP Springer book (IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology) that will be edited and published after the conference (before the end of 2024). ORGANIZERS General Chairs: Barbara Rita Barricelli (University of Brescia) and Stefano Valtolina (University of Milan) Program Chairs: Elodie Bouzekri (McGill University), Angela Locoro (University of Brescia), and Tilo Mentler (Trier University of Applied Sciences) Publicity Chair: Arminda Guerra Lopes (Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco) Student Volunteer Chairs: Antonio Paolo Pernigotti (University of Milan) and Luca Marchionni (University of Milan) *Barbara Rita Barricelli, PhD* Associate Professor Department of Information Engineering Università degli Studi di Brescia https://barbara-barricelli.unibs.it -- Informativa sulla Privacy: https://www.unibs.it/it/node/1452 <https://www.unibs.it/it/node/1452>

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Join the ACM Europe Summer School on Accessible and Inclusive Technologies (Birmingham, UK, 24-27 June 2024)

by Sayan Sarcar

Dear all, The *ACM Europe Summer School on Accessible and Inclusive Technologies* will take place at Birmingham City University (Birmingham, United Kingdom) on 24-27th June 2024. The summer school invites students, researchers and industry professionals interested in topics related to accessible computing, inclusive design, assistive technologies, and disability innovation. Register here <https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/acm-europe-summer-school-on-accessible-and-i…> The summer school invites researchers, students, and industry professionals interested in topics related to accessible computing, inclusive design, assistive technologies, and disability innovation. Each day will feature outstanding speakers who will share their expertise on topics related to accessibility, inclusive design, responsible AI, and HCI research. Participants should expect 4 full days of talks, interactive sessions, and networking events. All participants will receive a 1-year free membership from ACM. *Preliminary schedule*: Monday 24th June: Disability innovation and studies, inclusive design Tuesday 25th June: Inclusive Immersive Technologies and Accessible Games Wednesday 26th June: Inclusive Multisensory Experiences and Interfaces Thursday 27th June: Inclusive Futures, Responsible AI and Ethics More details and speakers will be announced soon. *Venue*: STEAMhouse, Birmingham City University, Birmingham, UK *Dates*: 24-27th June 2024 Early Bird registration closes on 10th May. Register on Eventbrite <https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/acm-europe-summer-school-on-accessible-and-i…> . Sponsors: ACM and ACM Europe Council Best Regards, Sayan Sarcar Birmingham City University

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Call for Papers - ACM GoodIT 2024

by Mirko Franco

ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference Call for Papers 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/ The ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (GoodIT 2024) is a premier international forum for researchers, practitioners, and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns, as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of data and technology for addressing Social Good and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome contributions that delve into the nexus of technology, data science, and social well-being, exploring how these domains interconnect and impact society. Alongside the main track, the conference includes the Work-in-Progress and PhD Track. The Work-in-Progress Track is an excellent opportunity for practitioners and researchers to present early-stage work, offering a platform for sharing innovative ideas, receiving feedback, and fostering discussions and collaborations. The PhD Track is designed for PhD students at different stages of their research. It provides a valuable opportunity for these students to present and refine their research under the guidance of experienced researchers. Additionally, the program will be enriched with several Special Tracks. The forthcoming Call for Papers will outline these tracks' details and specific topics. We welcome submissions on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: IT and Data Science for Social Good: Social Impact of Machine Learning Applications Data and algorithmic biases and potential societal risks Large language models (LLMs) and GenAI models impact on society Fairness, Accountability, and Transparency in Machine Learning Citizen Science IT for smart living, Health and social care Technology for Social Good: AI and Machine Learning for Social and Humanitarian response IoT Solutions for Sustainable Development Decentralized approaches to IT Digital Solutions for Cultural Heritage Game, entertainment, and multimedia applications IT for education Environmental Sustainability and Technology: Green Computing and Energy-Efficient Technologies Climate Change Modeling and Environmental Science Smart Cities and Sustainable Urban Development Sustainable Networking and Communication Systems Technology addressing the digital divide Ethics, Policy, and Governance in Tech for Social Good: Regulatory and Policy Frameworks for Ethical Tech Governance of AI and Autonomous Systems in Social Contexts Digital Rights and Freedom in the Age of Technology Data Privacy and Security in Social Applications Submission Guidelines: Submitted papers must be original works and must not have been previously published. All papers must clearly outline the research question, methodology, results, and implications for social good. The papers should follow the new ACM format (https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/taps-production-…). Main Track and Special Tracks Full Paper Submission should be a maximum of 12 pages; Work-in-Progress papers should be a maximum of 8 pages; Ph.D. track papers should be a maximum of 5 The indicated paper length includes references, tables, and figures. Documents with a length disproportionate to their contribution will be rejected. These submissions will undergo a single-blind peer review process involving three evaluations each. Accepted papers will be included in the ACM Digital Library. Each accepted paper must have at least one of its authors register for and physically present the work at the conference. Please consider that this is a condition to ensure the paper is included in the conference proceedings. For additional details, please check the “Submission of Papers” (https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/submission-of-papers/) web page. Important Dates: Full Paper Submission Deadline: May 17th, 2024 Notification of Paper Acceptance: July 8th, 2024 Camera-Ready Submission: July 19th, 2024 Conference Dates: 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany Submission Portal: Please submit your papers through our online submission portal available at https://goodit2024.hotcrp.com/ Contact Us: For any inquiries regarding the call for papers, please contact pmanzoni(a)disca.upv.es We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you at the ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference! ACM GOODIT 2024 Conference Committee

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Elezioni SIGCHI: Incontri con i candidati

by Luigi De Russis

Care tutte e cari tutti, Nel caso non l’abbiate visto o ricevuto, vi inoltro il messaggio di Helena Mentis che sta gestendo le prossime elezioni di SIGCHI. Evidenzio due punti di interesse: 1) Le elezioni per rinnovare l’Executive Committee di SIGCHI — aperte a tutti i membri SIGCHI, professional e student — inizieranno dopo il 30 Aprile e si chiuderanno il 4 Giugno. 2) Helena sta organizzando delle chiamate Zoom chiamate “Meet the Candidates”, aperte a tutti. Trovate date, ore e link delle prime tre di seguito. Faccio presente che, tra queste primi incontri online, Dragan Ahmetovic è professore associato all’Università di Milano Statale e uno dei due candidati come Vice-President for Accessibility. Un caro saluto a tutte/i! A presto, Luigi De Russis --- Luigi De Russis Associate Professor Department of Control and Computer Engineering Politecnico di Torino, Italy phone: +39 011 0907170 email: luigi.derussis(a)polito.it Begin forwarded message: From: Helena Mentis <mentis(a)UMBC.EDU> Subject: SIGCHI Meet the Candidate Open Forums Date: 9 April 2024 at 04:03:51 GMT+2 Hello SIGCHI Members: A short update on the upcoming SIGCHI Executive Committee elections and an invitation to meet our candidates. On April 30th the SIGCHI election statements will be published on the ACM website (you will receive an email from the ACM to that effect) and then the deadline to vote has been moved back to June 4. Note that this is later than the dates originally planned. In the next few weeks, we are planning a series of open forums called Meet the Candidates. Below are the first three planned for next week. These will be recorded and posted. You are welcome to attend in person to ask your questions, or submit a question to the candidates via the respective Slido links listed below. VP for Accessibility Monday, April 15th, 1-2pm UTC Candidates are: Dragan Ahmetovic and Fernando Loizides https://acm-org.zoom.us/j/99301457870?pwd=MUVna2d3dEVSQW15dHhrVXNlZklEUT09 Questions submit to: https://app.sli.do/event/bWtSEaeQaDnNLaYiPTNFsL #3842915 VP for Communication Wednesday, April 17th - 3-4pm UTC Candidates are: Naveena Karusala and Guo Freeman https://acm-org.zoom.us/j/93484091232?pwd=dWZkSmpWSmFoN29hczB5Q28xWnBEdz09 Questions submit to: https://app.sli.do/event/tbdG1TwujgRw6qwfHXnX6N #2340292 VPs AT-Large Friday, April 19th - 12-1pm UTC Candidates are: Dilrukshi Gamage, Ignacio Avellino, Susan Dray, and Pejman Mirza-Babaei https://acm-org.zoom.us/j/97366139727?pwd=OW1lWjB6cmxvaUZsNXRMeVFiWGlmdz09 Questions submit to: https://app.sli.do/event/3uivUMEBkekuY1NfP7xHFc #4069741 There will be more open forums announced, so stay tuned. Thank you for your support of SIGCHI, Helena

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[CFP] Special Track on "Citizen Science as a tool for Social Good" -> ACM GoodIT 2024

by Catia Prandi

*** Apologies for cross-posting *** === Special Track on Citizen Science as a tool for Social Good (CS4Good) === In conjunction with ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (ACM GoodIT 2024), 4-6 September 2024, Bremen, Germany ### LINK https://sites.google.com/view/cs4good/ ### IMPORTANT DATES -> Papers Submission: May 17th, 2024 -> Notification of acceptance: July 8th, 2024 -> Camera Ready submission: July 19th, 2024 ### SCOPE The CS4Good special track provides a unique opportunity to explore ground-breaking research contributions addressing Citizen Science within the specific context of social good. Social good refers to societal benefits from CS activities such as environmental justice and protection, inclusion and learning of underrepresented communities, public health promotion and equity, innovation and literacy, and advances and trust in science. TOPICS: Case studies of Citizen science applications for social good Citizens’ engagement and motivation Innovative solutions supporting CS and social good (e.g., Virtual Reality, Augmented reality, smart sensors) Data collection, accuracy, and trustworthiness Ethics and privacy issues Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Citizen Science Gamification and Game Thinking Data visualization and data literacy Crowdsourcing and crowdsensing ### PAPERS PUBLICATION Submitted papers must be original works and must not have been previously published. They will be peer-reviewed (three reviews). All accepted and presented papers will be included in the conference proceedings published in ACM Digital Library. At least one of the authors of all accepted papers must register and present the work in presence at the conference; otherwise, the paper will not be published in the proceedings. ### ORGANIZERS Catia Prandi, University of Bologna, Italy Christothea Herodotou, Open University, UK _________________________________________ Catia Prandi, PhD. Senior Assistant professor (RTD B), Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Bologna

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[CFP] [deadline approaching] [1-2 pages Abstract] IEEE Special Session on “eXtended Reality as a gateway to the Metaverse: Practices, Theories, Technologies and Applications” (IEEE MetroXRAINE 2024)

by Giuseppe Caggianese

Dear Colleagues, The deadline for submitting a paper proposal for the special session on "eXtended Reality as a gateway to the Metaverse: Practices, Theories, Technologies and Applications" is approaching. The extended and firm deadlines are: - April 10 - for your paper proposal in the form of a 1-2 page Abstract or a Graphical Abstract - May 15 - to finalize your work and submit the full paper. Please see the CfP below for details and forward it to colleagues who might be interested in contributing to this special session. Best regards, Giuseppe Caggianese ==================================================================================== Call for Papers - Special Session on: “EXTENDED REALITY AS A GATEWAY TO THE METAVERSE: PRACTICES, THEORIES, TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS” https://metroxraine.org/special-session-6 2024 IEEE International Conference on Metrology for eXtended Reality, Artificial Intelligence, and Neural Engineering (IEEE MetroXRAINE 2024) https://metroxraine.org/ October 21-23, 2024 - St Albans, London, UK. ==================================================================================== SPECIAL SESSION DESCRIPTION ------------------------- The fast development of Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) solutions over the last few years are transforming how people interact, work, and communicate. The eXtended Reality (XR) term encloses all those immersive technologies that can shift the boundaries between digital and physical worlds to realize the metaverse. According to tech companies and venture capitalists, the metaverse will be a super-platform that convenes sub-platforms: social media, online video games, and ease-of-life apps, all accessible through the same digital space and sharing the same digital economy. Inside the metaverse, virtual worlds will allow avatars to carry out all human endeavours, including creation, display, entertainment, social, and trading. Thus, the metaverse will evolve how users interact with brands, intellectual properties, health services, cultural heritage, and each other things on the Internet. A user could join friends to play a multiplayer game, watch a movie via a streaming service and then attend a university course precisely the same as in the real world. The metaverse development will require new software architecture that will enable decentralized and collaborative virtual worlds. These self-organized virtual worlds will be permanent and will require maintenance operations. In addition, it will be necessary to design an efficient data management system and prevent privacy violations. Finally, the convergence of physical reality, virtually enhanced, and an always-on virtual space highlighted the need to rethink the actual paradigms for visualization, interaction, and sharing of digital information, moving toward more natural, intuitive, dynamically customizable, multimodal, and multi-user solutions. This special session aims to focus on exploring how the realization of the metaverse can transform certain application domains such us: (i) healthcare, in which the metaverse solutions can, for instance, improve the communication between patients and physicians; (ii) cultural heritage, with potentially more effective solutions for tourism guidance, site maintenance, and heritage object conservation; and (iii) industry, where to enable data-driven decision making, smart maintenance, and overall asset optimisation. More information can be found here: https://metroxraine.org/special-session-6 TOPICS ---------- The topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: - Hardware/Software Architectures for metaverse - Decentralized and Collaborative Architectures for metaverse - Interoperability for metaverse - Tools to help creators to build the metaverse - Operations and Maintenance in metaverse - Data security and privacy mechanisms for metaverse - Cryptocurrency, token, NFT Solutions for metaverse - Fraud-Detection in metaverse - Cyber Security for metaverse - Data Analytics to Identify Malicious Behaviors in metaverse - Blockchain/AI technologies in metaverse - Emerging Technologies and Applications for metaverse - New models to evaluate the impact of the metaverse - Interactive Data Exploration and Presentation in metaverse - Human-Computer Interaction for metaverse - Human factors issues related to metaverse - Proof-of-Concept in Metaverse: Experimental Prototyping and Testbeds IMPORTANT DATES ------------------------ Abstract Submission Deadline: April 10, 2024 (Extended and Firm Deadline) Final Paper Submission Deadline: May 15, 2024 (Extended and Firm Deadline) Full Paper Acceptance Notification: June 15, 2024 Final Paper Submission Deadline: July 31, 2024 SUBMISSION AND DECISIONS ------------------------ Authors should prepare an Abstract (1 - 2 pages) that clearly indicates the originality of the contribution and the relevance of the work. The Abstract should include the title of the paper, names and affiliations of the authors, an abstract, keywords, an introduction describing the nature of the problem, a description of the contribution, the results achieved and their applicability. As an alternative to the traditional abstract, it is possible to submit a Graphical Abstract. For further information, please see here: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions. When the first review process has been completed, authors receive a notification of either acceptance or rejection of the submission. If the abstract has been accepted, the authors can prepare a full paper. The format for the full paper is identical to the format for the abstract except for the number of pages: the full paper has a required minimum length of five (5) pages and a maximum of six (6) pages. Full Papers will be reviewed by the Technical Program Committee. Authors of accepted full papers must submit the final paper version according to the deadline, register for the workshop, and attend to present their papers. The maximum length for final papers is 6 pages. All contributions will be peer-reviewed and acceptance will be based on quality, originality and relevance. Accepted papers will be submitted for inclusion into IEEE Xplore Digital Library. Submissions must be written in English and prepared according to the IEEE Conference Proceedings template. LaTeX and Word templates and an Overleaf sample project can be found at: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions. The papers must be submitted in PDF format electronically via EDAS online submission and review system: https://edas.info/newPaper.php?c=30746. To submit abstracts or draft papers to the special session, please follow the submission instructions for regular sessions, but remind to specify the special session to which the paper is directed. The special session organizers and other external reviewers will review all submissions. More information can be found here: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS ----------------------------------- All contributions will be peer-reviewed, and acceptance will be based on quality, originality, and relevance. Accepted papers will be submitted for inclusion into the IEEE Xplore Digital Library. Extended versions of presented papers are eligible for post-publication; more information will be provided soon. ORGANIZERS ------------- Giuseppe Caggianese National Research Council of Italy giuseppe.caggianese(a)cnr.it Nicola Capece University of Basilicata nicola.capece(a)unibas.it Luigi Gallo National Research Council of Italy luigi.gallo(a)cnr.it For any questions related to the special session, please feel free to contact us via email.

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Last seats left @ 7th Advanced Course on Data Science & Machine Learning - ACDL 2024 - From Deep Learning to Multimodal Foundation Models | June 10-14 | Riva del Sole Resort & SPA - Italy -> Early Registration: by 23 April

by ICAS Organizing Committee

* Apologies for multiple copies. Please forward to anybody who might be interested, thanks * * Last 60 seats left, hurry up and register! * #ACDL2024, An Interdisciplinary Course: From Deep Learning to Generative AI ACDL 2024 is a full-immersion 5-day course in Tuscany on cutting-edge advances in AI, Deep Learning, LLMs, Data Sc. & Generative AI with lectures delivered by world-renowned experts. If you want to learn NLP, Generative AI Transformers, Diffusion Models, Large language models, Vision - Large-scale vision models, Vision and language, Beyond vision and language, Multimodal Foundation Models and much more then take part in ACDL 2024! ;-) Riva del Sole Resort & SPA - Tuscany, Italy, June 10-14 https://acdl2024.icas.events acdl(a)icas.cc EARLY REGISTRATION: by April 23 (AoE) https://acdl2024.icas.events/registration/ Oral Presentation Submission Deadline: by April 23 (AoE) LECTURERS: Each Lecturer will hold up to four lectures on one or more research topics. https://acdl2024.icas.events/lecturers/ * Joseph Sifakis, Verimag Laboratory, Grenoble, France *Turing Award* Lectures “Artificial Intelligence: Where We Are, Where We Are Going?” * Gabriel Barth-Maron, DeepMind, London, UK 4 Lessons on "Multimodal Foundation Models" * Sergiy Butenko, Texas A&M University, USA “Cluster-detection Methods in Network-based Data Analysis” “Continuous Approaches to Cluster-Detection Problems in Networks ” * Sven Giesselbach, Fraunhofer Institute - IAIS, Germany 5 Lessons on "Introduction on Foundation Models" * Ramin Hasani, MIT, USA 4 Lessons on "Continuous Neural Networks / Liquid Neural Networks" * Nora Kassner, DeepMind, London, UK "Large Language Models: Life after Pre-training" "Large Language Models: Evaluation" "Large Language Models: Reasoning and Factuality" "Large Language Models: Retrieval augmentation and Tool-use" * Petros Koumoutsakos, Harvard University, USA “Machine Learning for Modeling and Control of Complex Systems” 1/2 “Machine Learning for Modeling and Control of Complex Systems” 2/2 “Solving forward and inverse problems with and without neural networks” “Bayesian Uncertainty Quantification” * Maria Liakata, The Alan Turing Institute, UK 4 Lessons on "Longitudinal Language Processing with User Generated Content" * Panos Pardalos, University of Florida, USA Lectures 1-2 TBA Topics: Data Science, Application to Neuroscience * Jakub M. Tomczak, Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands 4 Lessons on “Deep Generative Modelling” * Rianne van den Berg, Microsoft Research Amsterdam, The Netherlands 3 Lessons on "Diffusion Models" * Pascal Van Hentenryck, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA 3 Lessons on "Fusing Machine Learning and Optimization for Engineering" * Max Welling, University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands 3 Lessons on "Generalized Belief Propagation Algorithms for Tensor Network Contractions" PAST LECTURERS: https://acdl2024.icas.events/past-lecturers/ ACDL 2024 VENUE: https://acdl2024.icas.events/venue/ Riva del Sole Resort & SPA Località Riva del Sole‚ Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) CAP 58043‚ Tuscany‚ Italy p: +39-0564-928111 e: booking.events(a)rivadelsole.it w: https://www.rivadelsole.it/en/ PAST EDITIONS: https://acdl2024.icas.events/past-editions/ REGISTRATION: https://acdl2024.icas.events/registration/ CERTIFICATE & 8 ECTS: PhD students, Postdocs, Industry Practitioners, Junior and Senior Academics, and will be typical profiles of the ACDL attendants. The Course will involve a total of 36-40 hours of lectures, according to the academic system the final achievement will be equivalent to 8 ECTS points for the PhD Students (and some strongly motivated master student) attending the Course. At the end of the course, a formal certificate will be delivered indicating the 8 ECTS points. TO PARTICIPATE IN ACDL 2024, all attendants must (1/2) register for the course (by April 23, 2024) and (2/2) book accommodation at the course venue, Riva del Sole Resort & SPA‚ (by April 23, 2024); all attendants must stay at the Riva del Sole Resort & SPA. Once accommodation has been booked at Riva del Sole Resort & SPA‚ the participant must send this information (including the Booking Number) to the ACDL organizing committee (acdl(a)icas.cc). ACDL is a residential course, so all lecturers and participants must reside in the same Hotel (Riva del Sole Resort & SPA). No exceptions are made. For privacy reasons, the Hotel cannot match people. If you have someone to share the apartment with, please send to the Hotel ( booking.events(a)rivadelsole.it) the name, surname and email address. Otherwise the solution is to book an apartment in single use. Anyone interested in participating in ACDL 2024 should register as soon as possible. See you in Riva del Sole in June! Giuseppe Nicosia & Panos Pardalos - ACDL 2024 Directors. ACDL 2024 Scientific & Organizing Committees. https://acdl2024.icas.events acdl(a)icas.cc

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Call for Participation: Announcing New DFIR 6, 7 & 8 Streams

by Andrew Zayine

Dear All, The Association of Cyber Forensics and Threat Investigators invites you to join our next webinars: "DFIR Stream 0x6" on Tuesday, April 16 · 4:00 – 5:00 pm (GMT+00:00) UK Time Title: Operationalizing Machine Learning for Networks, by Shinan Liu, University of Chicago. Register@ https://www.acfti.org/news-events/dfir-stream-0x6 "DFIR Stream 0x7" on Tuesday, May 7. 1:30 – 2:30 pm (GMT+00:00) UK Time Title: Malware Detection in Memory Forensics: Open Challenges and Issues, by Dr. Ricardo J. Rodríguez, University of Zaragoza. Register@ https://www.acfti.org/news-events/dfir-stream-0x7 "DFIR Stream 0x8" on Monday, May 13 · 4:00 – 5:00 pm (GMT+00:00) UK Time Title: Low-Level Hardware Information Assisted Approach Towards System Security, by Dr. Chen Liu, Clarkson University. Register@ https://www.acfti.org/news-events/dfir-stream-0x8 ======Housekeeping Notes====== - Note that this event is online only. Hence, You must register to receive a link to connect. Due to limited availability, we kindly ask you to register as soon as possible to ensure your participation in the webinar of your choice. - For Students, A certificate of successful participation in the event will be delivered upon request for free (after verifying attendance), indicating the number of hours of the seminar (please make sure that you add the correct name in the registration form). This should be sufficient for those participants who plan to request ECTS recognition from their home university. Join Us & stay tuned! #CyberSecurity #MemoryForensics #MachineLearning #AnomalyDetection Finally, I would like to remind you that the call for speakers is currently open on the dedicated DFIR stream website, https://dfir.stream/call-for-guest-speakers To get more news about our events, please join our low-traffic announcement group @ https://groups.google.com/g/acfti This event is brought to you by CFTIRC (Cyber Forensics & Threat Investigations Research Community). Best regards, Andrew Zayin Ph.D., CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CDPSE, PMP ACFTI Secretariat

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12th IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Systems: Invited Session on Intelligent Tools in e/m/d Learning

by Announce

*** Third Call for Papers *** 12th IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Systems (IS'24) Invited Session on Intelligent Tools for e/m/d Learning August 29-31, 2024, Golden Sands Resort, Varna, Bulgaria https://www.ieee-is.org (*** Submission Deadline: April 30, 2024 AoE ***) This invited session aims to explore state-of-the-art advancements in intelligent tools designed to revolutionize the landscape of e-learning (electronic learning), m-learning (mobile learning) and d-learning (digital learning). With the rapid integration of technology into education, there is a growing need to investigate and showcase innovative intelligent solutions that can enhance the effectiveness of online, mobile and digital learning environments. Intelligent solutions for the educational context can have a groundbreaking and revolutionary impact on learners and faculty alike, with integrated educational tools offering enhanced engagement, support for different learning levels, styles and abilities, and personalized learning experiences with immediate feedback at its core. Papers submitted to this session are expected to present results on various aspects of intelligent tools for e-learning, m-learning and d-learning. Topics may include but are not limited to adaptive learning systems, personalized learning experiences, artificial intelligence-driven content creation, data analytics for educational insights, and the integration of emerging technologies such as augmented reality and virtual reality in educational settings. Authors are encouraged to share empirical research, case studies, and practical implementations that demonstrate the impact of intelligent tools on learner/faculty engagement, knowledge retention, and overall educational outcomes. The session aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state-of-the-art in intelligent tools in e-learning, m-learning and d-learning, fostering discussions on their implications for the future of education and their potential to address challenges in diverse learning environments and educational levels, as well as diverse learner ability. PAPER SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Submitted papers should be in IEEE 2-column format and should adhere to the template available here: https://www.ieee-is.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IS_A4_format-AAu.docx The expected paper length in camera-ready format should not exceed 6 pages. Submissions should be done in PDF using Easy Chair and the submission link is: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=itl24 . PUBLICATION All accepted papers will be included in the IS'24 proceedings to be published by IEEE. The proceedings of the previous editions of IS can be found here: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/conhome/1000395/all-proceedings . Traditionally, extended versions of conference-selected papers appear within 1-2 years after the conference dates in well-known international iournals and/or post-conference books. More information can be found on the conference web site (https://www.ieee-is.org/publication-information/ ). CONTACT POINT For any additional information or clarification please contact the Invited Session Chair, George A. Papadopoulos at george(a)ucy.ac.cy . IMPORTANT DATES • Paper submission: April 30, 2024, AoE • Notification: May 20, 2024 • Camera Ready: June 6, 2024 • Author Registration: June 15, 2024 ORGANISATION Committees https://www.ieee-is.org/program-committee/ Invited Session Chair • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus (george(a)ucy.ac.cy)

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ACM UMAP 2024 - 4th Call for Late-Breaking Results and Demos

by Wanling Cai

* We apologize if you receive multiple copies of this CfP * * Online version: https://www.um.org/umap2024/call-for-lbr-and-demos/ ACM UMAP 2024 - Call for Late-Breaking Results and Demos ACM UMAP 2024: The 32nd ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy July 1-4, 2024 The 32nd International Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation, and Personalization (ACM UMAP 2024) is the premier international conference for researchers and practitioners working on systems that adapt to individual users or groups of users, and that collect, represent, and model user information. ACM UMAP 2024 is sponsored by ACM SIGCHI<https://sigchi.org/> and SIGWEB<https://www.sigweb.org/>. User Modeling Inc.<https://um.org/>, as the core Steering Committee, oversees the conference organization. ACM UMAP operates under the ACM Conference Code of Conduct<https://www.acm.org/about-acm/policy-against-harassment>. The proceedings, published by ACM, will be part of the ACM Digital Library. ACM UMAP 2024 invites Late-Breaking Results (LBR) papers as well as Demonstrations (demos) of innovative UMAP-based systems (including research prototypes). The topics for these submissions are the same as the ones included in the Call for Full and Short Papers<https://www.um.org/umap2024/call-for-full-and-short-papers/>. However, their scope and timing is different. In particular, although short papers (from the main track) and the LBR papers of this call have the same maximum length, LBR papers are expected to present innovative ideas that are being explored and have already shown some promising results. It is also a dissemination channel for new research directions. Mature results which have already gone through experimental validation are more suitable for the general call, either as a full or short paper. Thus, rejected papers from the main track are not expected to be a valuable contribution as an LBR paper unless their contents are revised to address the scope of this track. Note also that LBR papers are to be presented physically during the conference in a poster format, allowing for more informal discussions on the ideas shared. Demos are intended to present systems that have been used to achieve the research outcomes presented as full and short papers. Thus, we highly recommend authors of accepted full and short papers to also prepare a submission for a demo of their system to be showcased at the conference in the LBR and Demo session. ** Important Dates ** * Submission: April 18, 2024 * Notification: May 9 2024 * Camera-ready Submission (TAPS system): May 16, 2024 * Conference: July 1 – 4, 2024 Note: The submissions deadlines are at 11:59 pm AoE (Anywhere on Earth)<https://www.timeanddate.com/time/zones/aoe> time. ** Submission ** All submissions must be written in English. Papers should be submitted electronically, in a PDF format, through the EasyChair submission system, https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=umap24, by selecting the “UMAP24 Late Breaking Results and Demo Papers” track ** Length and Formatting ** -- Late-Breaking Results Format -- * Page Limits. Up to 7 pages, plus up to 2 additional pages for references (figures, tables, proofs, appendixes, acknowledgments, and any other content count toward the page limit). * Proceedings. Publication in ACM UMAP 2024 adjunct proceedings. * Presentation. Physically presented as a poster during the conference. * Description. LBRs are research-in-progress that must contain original and unpublished accounts of innovative research ideas, preliminary results, industry showcases, and system prototypes, addressing both the theory and practice of UMAP. In addition, papers introducing recently started research projects or summarizing project results are welcome as well. We encourage researchers and practitioners to submit late-breaking work as it provides a unique opportunity for sharing valuable ideas, eliciting useful feedback on early-stage work, and fostering discussions and collaborations among colleagues. In case that papers rejected in the main track (i.e. submitted as full or short papers) are submitted to this track, they should be revised not only to take into account the comments made to help improve the paper, but to fulfill the scope of the LBR, which emphasizes novelty of ideas. This is also valid for papers that have been recommended as an LBR when rejected in the main track. -- Demos Format -- * Page Limits *. Up to 5 pages, plus up to 1 additional page for references (figures, tables, proofs, appendixes, acknowledgments, and any other content count toward the page limit). On an extra page (not to be published), submissions should include a specification of the technical requirements for demonstrating the system at UMAP 2024. * Supporting Material *. Video or external material demonstrating the system. * Proceedings *. Publication in ACM UMAP 2024 adjunct proceedings. * Presentation * . Physically presented as a demo plus as a poster during the conference. * Description *. Demos will showcase research prototypes and commercially available products in a dedicated session. Demo submissions must be based on an implemented and tested system that pursues one or more innovative ideas in the interest areas of the conference. Demonstrations are an excellent and exciting way to showcase implementations and get valuable feedback from the community, especially for those papers that have been presented in the main track. Each demo submission must make clear which aspects of the system will be demonstrated, and how these will be demonstrated on-site as well as online. To better identify the value of demos, we also encourage authors to submit a pointer to a screencast (max. 5 minutes on Vimeo or YouTube) or any external material related to the demo (e.g., shared code on GitHub). *Non-Anonymity.* Submissions will be reviewed single-masked (i.e., authors’ names should be included in the papers) thus there is no need to be anonymized before submission. *Template for the Research Description.* Following the ACM Publication Workflow<https://www.acm.org/publications/taps/word-template-workflow>, all authors should submit manuscripts for review in the new ACM single-column format. Instructions for authors are given below: * LaTeX (use \documentclass[manuscript, review, anonymous]{acmart} in the sample-authordraft.tex file for single-column). Please carefully follow the ACM’s instructions for preparing your article with LaTeX<https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/preparing-your-a…>. * Overleaf (use \documentclass[manuscript,review,anonymous]{acmart} for single-column). Please carefully follow the ACM’s instructions for preparing your article with Overleaf<https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/overleaf>. * Word. Please carefully follow the ACM’s instructions for preparing your article with Microsoft Word<https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/preparing-your-a…> Should you have any questions or issues going through the instructions above, please contact support at acmtexsupport(a)aptaracorp.com<mailto:acmtexsupport@aptaracorp.com> for LaTeX and Microsoft Word inquiries. * Accessibility.* Authors are strongly encouraged to provide “alt text” (alternative text) for floats (images, tables, etc.) in their content so that readers with disabilities can be given descriptive information for these floats that are important to the work. The descriptive text will be displayed in place of a float if the float cannot be loaded. This benefits the author and it broadens the reader base for the author’s work. Moreover, the alt text provides in-depth float descriptions to search engine crawlers, which helps to properly index these floats. Additionally, authors should follow the ACM Accessibility Recommendations for Publishing in Color and SIG ACCESS guidelines on describing figures<https://authors.acm.org/journals/accessibility-recommendations-for-publishi…>. ** Review Process & Camera-ready Submission ** * Review * Submissions will be reviewed by at least two independent reviewers. They will be assessed based on their originality and novelty, potential contribution to the research field, potential impact in particular use cases, and the usefulness of presented experiences, as well as their overall readability. Papers that exceed the page limits or do not adhere to the formatting guidelines will be returned without review. The ACM Code of Ethics<https://ethics.acm.org/> gives the UMAP program committee the right to (desk-)reject papers that perpetuate harmful stereotypes, employ unethical research practices, or uncritically present outcomes/implications that clearly disadvantage minority communities. Further, reviewers will be explicitly asked to consider whether the research was conducted in compliance with professional ethical standards and applicable regulatory guidelines. Failure to do so could lead to a (desk-)rejection. *Camera-ready Information.* Accepted papers will be subject to further revision to meet the requirements of the camera-ready format required by ACM. We strongly recommend the usage of LaTeX/Overleaf for the camera-ready papers to minimize the extent of reformatting. Users of the Word template must use either the version for Microsoft Word for Windows, Macintosh Office 2011, or Macintosh Office 2016 (other formats such as Open Office, etc., are not admitted) for the camera-ready submission to avoid incompatibility issues. Instructions for preparing the camera-ready versions of accepted papers will be provided after acceptance. This might include instructions to prepare a video of the accepted contribution. Camera-ready versions of accepted papers will be later submitted using ACM’s new production platform<https://www.acm.org/publications/proceedings-template> where authors will be able to review PDF and HTML output formats before publication. ** Registration and Presentation Policy ** Each accepted paper must be accompanied by a distinct full author registration, completed by the early registration date cut-off. Each accepted paper must be presented in person to be included in the conference adjunct proceedings, published by ACM and available via the ACM Digital Library. The official publication date is when the proceedings are made available in the ACM Digital Library. This date may be up to two weeks before the first day of UMAP 2024. The official publication date affects the deadline for any patent filings related to published work. During the conference, all categories will be presented at the poster reception, in the form of a poster and/or a software demonstration following poster format. This form of presentation will provide presenters with an opportunity to obtain direct feedback about their work from a wide audience during the conference. *Grants and Support* To help students and early career researchers attend ACM UMAP 2024, we are able to provide several grants for participants at ACM UMAP 2024. * Category 1: Discounted Registration Rates * Category 2: Gary Marsden Travel Awards (GMTA) * Category 3: ACM UMAP 2024 Grants More information can be found in https://www.um.org/umap2024/grants-and-support/. Please refer to the website information, to learn the eligibility and application process for each category. ** Late-Breaking Results and Demos Chairs ** * Bamshad Mobasher, DePaul University, USA * Hanna Hauptmann, Utrecht University, Netherlands * Olga C. Santos, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia (UNED), Spain Contact information: umap2024-lbr at um.org

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[deadline approaching] [Call for Papers] IDC 2024 Workshop "Child-Centered AI for Empowering Creative and Inclusive Learning Experiences" (CCAI4ECILE 2024)

by Grazia Ragone

Dear Colleagues, The submission deadline for proposals for the workshop "Child-Centered AI for Empowering Creative and Inclusive Learning Experiences" at the IDC24 conference is rapidly approaching on April 15th. How do we design AI systems that enrich children’s learning experiences, fostering creativity, inclusivity, and personal growth? We invite educators, researchers, technologists, and innovators to contribute their insights, research findings, and visionary ideas on the role of AI in shaping child-centered learning environments. This workshop aims to bring together a diverse community of thought leaders and practitioners. Our goal is to foster a multidisciplinary dialogue on developing child-centered AI solutions that enhance creative learning while being mindful of inclusivity, social and ethical considerations and safeguarding against potential risks. Please take a moment to review the CfP provided below for additional details, and feel free to pass it along to any colleagues who might be interested in contributing to this unique session. https://ccai4ecile.di.uniba.it/call.html Best wishes, Grazia Ragone Dr Grazia Ragone Post-Doc Researcher Human-Computer Interaction University of Bari https://scholar.google.co.uk/citations?user=Q1TkLzMAAAAJ&hl=en

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Reminder - CFP + First Keynote Speaker - VL/HCC 2024 - IEEE Symposium on Visual Languages and Human-Centric Computing

by Dulaji Hidellaarachchi

Dear Researchers, We hope this email finds you well. As deadlines are approaching, this is a gentle reminder regarding the upcoming *IEEE Symposium on Visual Languages and Human-Centric Computing (VL/HCC) 2024*, scheduled to take place *at the University of Liverpool, UK.* We are excited to invite you to join us for this enriching event from *Monday, 2nd Sept to Friday, 6th Sept 2024*. It promises to be a stimulating gathering of minds where experts, academics, and practitioners convene to exchange innovative ideas and explore the latest advancements in visual languages and human-centric computing. Key VL/HCC tracks and dates are below: *Research Paper Track:* -Abstracts only: April 19, 2024 -Submission deadline: April 26, 2024 *Journal-First Presentations:* -Submission deadline: June 04, 2024 *Posters and Showpieces Track:* -Submission deadline: June 25th, 2024. *Workshops and Tutorials:* -Half-day or full-day sessions on topics like VL/HCC+Generative AI, end-user programming, visual languages, domain-specific languages, software visualisation, and CS education are all welcome. *Graduate Consortium:* -Explore the interplay between generative AI systems and human agency. -Submission Deadline: May 17, 2024. To double the excitement, we are thrilled to announce that *Dr. Nikolay Burlutskiy, Director of Artificial Intelligence at AstraZeneca R&D, UK, will be our first keynote speaker for VLHCC 2024!* Join us as Dr. Burlutskiy delves into "Building interfaces between pathologists and AI models for agile drug discovery and development. For further details, including submission guidelines and additional information, please visit the official VL/HCC 2024 website: https://conf.researchr.org/home/vlhcc-2024 This year, *VL/HCC 2024 will be co-located with the 35th Psychology of Programming Interest Group (PPIG)* from September 5th to 6th, 2024. Visit their website for further details: https://ppig .org/workshops/2024-annual-workshop/ We encourage you to seize this opportunity to showcase your work and engage with our global community. We look forward to your participation at the University of Liverpool, UK, for VL/HCC 2024. Best regards, Dulaji Hidellaarachchi Publicity & Social Media Chair VL/HCC’2024 On behalf of VL/HCC organizing committee *Dr Dulaji Hidellaarachchi* * | Research Fellow* * | Department of Software Systems and Cybersecurity* * | Faculty of Information Technology* * | Monash University* * | Clayton VIC 3800* * | Australia * E: Dulaji.Hidellaarachchi(a)monash.edu https://dulajih.com <https://www.dulajih.com/>

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CAiSE'24: Last Mile for Research Projects Exhibition

by Announce

*** Last Mile for Research Projects Exhibition *** 36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering (CAiSE'24) June 3-7, 2024, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://cyprusconferences.org/caise2024/ (*** Submission Deadline: 15th April, 2024 AoE (extended) ***) CAiSE 2024 features a Research Project Exhibition (RPE@CAiSE'24) where researchers and practitioners can present their ongoing research projects (e.g., Horizon or ERC projects, national grants) in the context of Information Systems Engineering. The main objective of this call is to serve as a forum where presenters can disseminate the intermediate results of their projects or get feedback about research project proposals being developed. The exhibition will also provide a warm environment to find potential research partners, foster existing relationships, and discuss research ideas. To participate in the RPE@CAiSE'24, the authors should submit a short paper (5-8 pages) showcasing the project, including the participants, the main objectives of the project and relevant results obtained so far (or expected results in the case of project proposals). Each submission will be peer-reviewed on the relevance of the submitted paper in the context of CAiSE 2024. If the paper is accepted, the authors will be invited to register for the conference to present their work at the Research Projects Exhibition session at CAiSE 2024. The accepted contributions will be proposed for publication by CEUR proceedings using the 1-column CEUR-ART style. In addition, the authors of the most influential project presented at the RPE@CAiSE'24 will receive an award distinguishing their contribution as the "Most Influential Project of the Research Project Exhibition @CAiSE'24". RESEARCH PROJECTS REQUIREMENTS For the Research Projects Exhibition, we solicit submissions of projects related to the topics of CAiSE that meet the following criteria: • Projects funded by the European Union, by national or local funding organisations, or even by individual universities and industries. • Projects focused on fundamental research, applied research or more industry-oriented. • Research projects carried out by an international consortium of partners or by a national research team. • Research statements for future projects concerning the Information Systems Engineering community. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Papers should be submitted via Easychair (https://www.easychair.org/conferences/?conf=caise2024) by selecting the "Research Projects Exhibition". Each submission of a research project should include: • The project's full name, acronym, duration (from-to), participants, funding agency and URL. • Names of presenter(s) and main contributors. • Abstract and keywords. • Summary of project objectives and expected tangible outputs. • The relevance of the project (or one of its work packages) to the topics of the International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering. • If the project is ongoing: summary of current status and intermediate results. All submissions should be 5 to 8 pages long and be formatted as a 1-column CEUR-ART style (templates available at https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/). An intention to submit should be performed one week before the deadline, including the full name of the project, the authors' name and the abstract. Each submission will be reviewed by at least two members of the Program Committee. In case of disagreement, a third member of the Program Committee will review the submission. The Program Committee will comprise international researchers with expertise in the field. ATTENDANCE AND PRESENTATION During the Research Projects Exhibition session, the authors of accepted contributions will present the research project. Details about the format of the session and instructions to prepare the presentation will be given to authors after the acceptance notification. At least one author of each submission accepted for the Research Projects Exhibition must register and attend the conference to present the work. The author needs a full registration to present the research project. IMPORTANT DATES • Intention to Submit (Abstract Submission): 8th April, 2024 (AoE) (extended) • Submission: 15th April, 2024 (AoE) (extended) • Notification of Acceptance: 29th April, 2024 • Camera Ready: 13th May, 2024 • Author Registration: 13th May, 2024 • Conference Dates: 3rd-7th June, 2024 RESEARCH PROJECTS EXHIBITION CHAIRS • Raimundas Matulevicius, University of Tartu, Estonia • Henderik A. Proper, TU Wien, Austria

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[CFP] [Extended and Firm Deadline] [1-2 pages Abstract] IEEE Special Session on “eXtended Reality as a gateway to the Metaverse: Practices, Theories, Technologies and Applications” (IEEE MetroXRAINE 2024)

by Giuseppe Caggianese

Dear Colleagues, Due to the several requests of deferral received in the last days, the deadline for Abstract Submissions has been EXTENDED. The new deadline for submitting a paper proposal for the special session on "eXtended Reality as a gateway to the Metaverse: Practices, Theories, Technologies and Applications" is *April 10, 2024 - Extended and Firm Deadline*. Then, you will have time to finalize your work by the deadline of *May 15*. Please see the CfP below for details and forward it to colleagues who might be interested in contributing to this special session. Best regards, Giuseppe Caggianese ==================================================================================== Call for Papers - Special Session on: “EXTENDED REALITY AS A GATEWAY TO THE METAVERSE: PRACTICES, THEORIES, TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS” https://metroxraine.org/special-session-6 2024 IEEE International Conference on Metrology for eXtended Reality, Artificial Intelligence, and Neural Engineering (IEEE MetroXRAINE 2024) https://metroxraine.org/ October 21-23, 2024 - St Albans, London, UK. ==================================================================================== SPECIAL SESSION DESCRIPTION ------------------------- The fast development of Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) solutions over the last few years are transforming how people interact, work, and communicate. The eXtended Reality (XR) term encloses all those immersive technologies that can shift the boundaries between digital and physical worlds to realize the metaverse. According to tech companies and venture capitalists, the metaverse will be a super-platform that convenes sub-platforms: social media, online video games, and ease-of-life apps, all accessible through the same digital space and sharing the same digital economy. Inside the metaverse, virtual worlds will allow avatars to carry out all human endeavours, including creation, display, entertainment, social, and trading. Thus, the metaverse will evolve how users interact with brands, intellectual properties, health services, cultural heritage, and each other things on the Internet. A user could join friends to play a multiplayer game, watch a movie via a streaming service and then attend a university course precisely the same as in the real world. The metaverse development will require new software architecture that will enable decentralized and collaborative virtual worlds. These self-organized virtual worlds will be permanent and will require maintenance operations. In addition, it will be necessary to design an efficient data management system and prevent privacy violations. Finally, the convergence of physical reality, virtually enhanced, and an always-on virtual space highlighted the need to rethink the actual paradigms for visualization, interaction, and sharing of digital information, moving toward more natural, intuitive, dynamically customizable, multimodal, and multi-user solutions. This special session aims to focus on exploring how the realization of the metaverse can transform certain application domains such us: (i) healthcare, in which the metaverse solutions can, for instance, improve the communication between patients and physicians; (ii) cultural heritage, with potentially more effective solutions for tourism guidance, site maintenance, and heritage object conservation; and (iii) industry, where to enable data-driven decision making, smart maintenance, and overall asset optimisation. More information can be found here: https://metroxraine.org/special-session-6 TOPICS ---------- The topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: - Hardware/Software Architectures for metaverse - Decentralized and Collaborative Architectures for metaverse - Interoperability for metaverse - Tools to help creators to build the metaverse - Operations and Maintenance in metaverse - Data security and privacy mechanisms for metaverse - Cryptocurrency, token, NFT Solutions for metaverse - Fraud-Detection in metaverse - Cyber Security for metaverse - Data Analytics to Identify Malicious Behaviors in metaverse - Blockchain/AI technologies in metaverse - Emerging Technologies and Applications for metaverse - New models to evaluate the impact of the metaverse - Interactive Data Exploration and Presentation in metaverse - Human-Computer Interaction for metaverse - Human factors issues related to metaverse - Proof-of-Concept in Metaverse: Experimental Prototyping and Testbeds IMPORTANT DATES ------------------------ Abstract Submission Deadline: April 10, 2024 (Extended and Firm Deadline) Final Paper Submission Deadline: May 15, 2024 (Extended and Firm Deadline) Full Paper Acceptance Notification: June 15, 2024 Final Paper Submission Deadline: July 31, 2024 SUBMISSION AND DECISIONS ------------------------ Authors should prepare an Abstract (1 - 2 pages) that clearly indicates the originality of the contribution and the relevance of the work. The Abstract should include the title of the paper, names and affiliations of the authors, an abstract, keywords, an introduction describing the nature of the problem, a description of the contribution, the results achieved and their applicability. As an alternative to the traditional abstract, it is possible to submit a Graphical Abstract. For further information, please see here: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions. When the first review process has been completed, authors receive a notification of either acceptance or rejection of the submission. If the abstract has been accepted, the authors can prepare a full paper. The format for the full paper is identical to the format for the abstract except for the number of pages: the full paper has a required minimum length of five (5) pages and a maximum of six (6) pages. Full Papers will be reviewed by the Technical Program Committee. Authors of accepted full papers must submit the final paper version according to the deadline, register for the workshop, and attend to present their papers. The maximum length for final papers is 6 pages. All contributions will be peer-reviewed and acceptance will be based on quality, originality and relevance. Accepted papers will be submitted for inclusion into IEEE Xplore Digital Library. Submissions must be written in English and prepared according to the IEEE Conference Proceedings template. LaTeX and Word templates and an Overleaf sample project can be found at: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions. The papers must be submitted in PDF format electronically via EDAS online submission and review system: https://edas.info/newPaper.php?c=30746. To submit abstracts or draft papers to the special session, please follow the submission instructions for regular sessions, but remind to specify the special session to which the paper is directed. The special session organizers and other external reviewers will review all submissions. More information can be found here: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS ----------------------------------- All contributions will be peer-reviewed, and acceptance will be based on quality, originality, and relevance. Accepted papers will be submitted for inclusion into the IEEE Xplore Digital Library. Extended versions of presented papers are eligible for post-publication; more information will be provided soon. ORGANIZERS ------------- Giuseppe Caggianese National Research Council of Italy giuseppe.caggianese(a)cnr.it Nicola Capece University of Basilicata nicola.capece(a)unibas.it Luigi Gallo National Research Council of Italy luigi.gallo(a)cnr.it For any questions related to the special session, please feel free to contact us via email. Giuseppe Caggianese, Ph.D. ------------------------------------------------------------- Research Scientist National Research Council (CNR) Institute for High-Performance Computing and Networking (ICAR) Via Pietro Castellino 111, 80131, Naples, Italy Telefono: +39 0816139227 Mobile: +39 3371588044 Skype: giuseppe.caggianese Email: giuseppe.caggianese(a)cnr.it

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[CfP] AVI 2024 Workshop "Cyber Security Education for Industry and Academia" (CSE4IA'24) - Deadline extended (10th April 2024)

by Federica Caruso

* Apologies for multiple copies. Please forward to anybody who might be interested, thanks * NEW SUBMISSION DEADLINE 10th April 2024 ############################################################# CALL FOR PAPERS 2nd International Workshop on Cyber Security Education for Industry and Academia Co-located within the 17th International Conference on Advanced Visual Interfaces (AVI2024) Arenzano (Genoa), Italy June 3rd or 4th 2024 More info: https://sites.google.com/view/cse4ia-2024/home ############################################################# AIMS AND SCOPE The aim of this workshop is to provide a forum for researchers and practitioners to present and discuss current challenges in cybersecurity education to train future cybersecurity professionals but also to be able to train employees of private and public industries on real-world cybersecurity scenarios. We expect that the workshop will help with: - the adoption of methodologies, techniques, and tools that support cybersecurity education and the design of cybersecurity-related training programs; - the identification of methods and tools to support Industry and Academia to collaborate in cybersecurity education; - the identification of new processes, methods, and techniques to empower end-users development to set, modify, and increase the security of their technological solutions; - the proposition of reference taxonomies to characterize the common understanding of the relevant roles, competencies, skills, and knowledge required; - the design of new techniques to develop cybersecurity competencies for professionals aligned with the European Cybersecurity Skills Framework. ############################################################# TOPICS The topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: - Leveraging Technology for Enhanced Learning in Cybersecurity - Personalized Learning in Cybersecurity Education - AI-Driven Cybersecurity Education - Generative AI in Cybersecurity Education - Explainable AI for Cybersecurity - Immersive Virtual Reality for Cybersecurity Education - Augmented Reality in Cybersecurity Education - Game-based approaches in Cybersecurity Education - Artistic Approaches to Cybersecurity Education - Designing Tools and Frameworks for Cybersecurity Education - Contextual Methodologies for Cybersecurity Education - Innovative Technologies for Professional Cybersecurity Competencies - Explainable Security in Public Administration - Human, Economic, Ethical, and Legal Aspects in Cybersecurity Education - Innovative Training Programs for Cybersecurity Education - Empowering Users in Technology Creation with Cybersecurity Considerations - Warning dialogues for Cybersecurity - Human Factors for Cybersecurity - Case Studies on Cybersecurity Challenges and Practices - Data Visualization in Cybersecurity - Accessibility in Cybersecurity Tools and Education - User Behavior Analysis in Cybersecurity - Conversational Interface in Cybersecurity Education ############################################################# SUBMISSION AND EVALUATION CRITERIA We will consider two different types of submissions: - Regular papers will be up to 10 pages (excluding references) and will report original research on how cybersecurity and education can support Academia and Industry to reduce the gap between demand (workplace, recruitment) and supply (qualification, training); - Extended Abstracts will be up to 4 pages (excluding references) and will report novel ideas about the application of the role of cybersecurity education in Academia and Industry. Both types of submissions, if accepted, will be part of the workshop proceedings (CEUR-WS). All submissions should be submitted through Easychair (https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=cse4ia0) in PDF format using the “CEUR Template”: https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/CEURART.zip. An Overleaf page for LaTeX users is also available at: https://www.overleaf.com/read/gwhxnqcghhdt All submissions will be subjected to a thorough peer-review process, focusing on originality, quality, soundness, and relevance. The workshop will use a double-blind review process, with three members of the program committee reviewing each submitted paper. Upon acceptance, at least one author of each accepted paper will be required to attend the workshop. Virtual participation will be made possible. Selected accepted papers will be considered for publication in a Special Issue of a relevant cybersecurity and human-computer interaction journal. ############################################################# IMPORTANT DATES Submission deadline: 27th March 2024 10th April 2024 Notification: 19th April 2024 Camera-ready: 5th May 2024 Registration due: 10th May 2024 ############################################################# WORKSHOP ORGANIZERS Vita Santa Barletta - Department of Computer Science, University of Bari, IT (vita.barletta(a)uniba.it) Federica Caruso - Department of Information Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics, University of L’Aquila, IT (federica.caruso1(a)univaq.it) Tania Di Mascio - Department of Information Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics, University of L’Aquila, IT (tania.dimascio(a)univaq.it) Francesco Greco - Department of Computer Science, University of Bari, IT (francesco.greco(a)uniba.it) Tasmina Islam - Department of Informatics, King's College London, UK (tasmina.islam(a)kcl.ac.uk) Veronica Rossano - Department of Computer Science, University of Bari, IT (veronica.rossano(a)uniba.it) Hannan Xiao - Department of Informatics, King's College London, UK (Hannah.xiao(a)kcl.ac.uk)

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Registration Now Open for NLDB 2024 - Join Us in Turin!

by Federico Torrielli

Dear Colleagues and Researchers, We are delighted to announce that registration for the 29th International Conference on Natural Language & Information Systems (NLDB 2024) is now officially open! The conference will be held from 25-27 June 2024 at the University of Turin, Italy. *Register for NLDB 2024*: Click Here to Register <https://nldb2024.di.unito.it/registration/> NLDB 2024 brings together a vibrant community of researchers and industry practitioners focusing on advances in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and its applications in information systems. As the field of NLP continues to evolve rapidly, this conference offers a prime opportunity to stay ahead of the curve, presenting your work, sharing insights, and forging new connections. *Conference Highlights:* * Engage with cutting-edge research and industrial applications of NLP. * Network and connect with leading academics and industry experts. * Experience a mix of oral and poster presentations, and interactive sessions. * Enjoy the beautiful city of Turin and its rich cultural heritage. *Registration Policy Summary:* * *Paper Presentation*: All accepted papers must be presented, ideally in person. * *Attendance*: In-person attendance is recommended, but remote options are available. * *Author Registration*: At least one author per paper must register at the in-person rate by the specified deadline to ensure inclusion in the proceedings. * *Fees*: Early registration offers reduced fees, and special rates are available for students to encourage young researchers' participation. For detailed information on fees, the registration process, and more, please visit the NLDB 2024 Registration Page <https://nldb2024.di.unito.it/registration/>. Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at federico.torrielli(a)unito.it. We look forward to welcoming you to Turin for an exciting and enriching conference experience. Warm regards, The NLDB 2024 Organizing Committee *General Chairs*: * Luigi Di Caro, University of Turin * Farid Meziane, University of Derby * Amon Rapp, University of Turin * Vijayan Sugumaran, Oakland University

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[CFP] IEEE CSR Workshop on Cyber Forensics& Advanced Threat Investigations in Emerging Technologies 2024

by Andrew Zayine

Dear Colleagues, IEEE CSR Workshop on Cyber Forensics and Advanced Threat Investigations in Emerging Technologies organizing committee is inviting you to submit your research papers. The workshop will be held in Hybrid mode. The in-person mode will held at Hilton London Tower Bridge, London, from 2 to 4 September 2024 Topics include (but not limited to): -Forensics and threat investigations in P2P, cloud/edge, SDN/NFV, VPN, and social networks -Forensics and threat investigations in IoT, smart tech (car, home, city), e/m-health -Forensics and visualization of big data -Tools and services for cyber forensics and threat investigations -Attack detection, traceback, and attribution in emerging technologies -Malware analysis and attribution -Methods for reconstruction of digital evidence in emerging technologies -Security and privacy in P2P, cloud/edge, SDN/NFV, VPN, and social networks -Security and privacy in IoT, smart tech (car, home, city) -Open source intelligence (OSINT) -Dark Web Investigations -Digital evidence extraction/analysis using AI/ML and data mining -Data exfiltration from networked devices/services(e.g.cyber-physical systems, IoT) -Large-scale investigations and ML for the analysis of intelligence data sets and logs We also encourage contributions describing innovative work in the realm of cybersecurity, cyber defense, and digital crimes. Important Dates Paper Submission Deadline: June 3, 2024 AOE Authors Notifications: July 3, 2024 AOE Camera Ready submission: July 14, 2024 AOE Early registration deadline: July 20, 2024 AOE Publication The workshop’s proceedings will be published by IEEE and will be included in IEEE Xplore. Workshop Awards -Best Open-Source Tool Prize, which will be presented in a paper during our workshop. The prize, valued at 300 euros, is being financed by one of our collaborators from the industry. -An additional industry collaborator is sponsoring the prestigious Best Paper award, which includes a one-year free license to utilize renowned digital forensics software. This Workshop is Technically Supported by -Association of Cyber Forensics and Threat Investigators -Industrial Cybersecurity Center -Institute for Systems and Technologies of Information, Control, and Communication To submit your manuscript, please follow the instructions at https://www.acfti.org/news-events/ieee-csr-cfati-cfp-2024 For more information, please don't hesitate to contact the CFATI General Chair Dr. Ahmed Elmesiry (a.elmesiry-at-londonmet.ac.uk) To get more news about our events, please join our low-traffic announcement group @ https://groups.google.com/g/acfti We look forward to your submissions. Regards, Andrew Zayin Ph.D., CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CDPSE, PMP ACFTI Secretariat

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21st International Conference on Software and Systems Reuse (ICSR 2024): Last Call for Late-Breaking Results and Journal First Submissions

by Announce

*** Last Call for Late-Breaking Results and Journal First Submissions *** 21st International Conference on Software and Systems Reuse (ICSR 2024) June 19-20, 2024, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://cyprusconferences.org/icsr2024/ (*** Submission Deadline: April 8, 2024 AoE (firm) ***) The International Conference on Software and Systems Reuse (ICSR) is a biannual conference in the field of software reuse research and technology. ICSR is a premier event aiming to present the most recent advances and breakthroughs in the area of software reuse and to promote an intensive and continuous exchange among researchers and practitioners. The guiding theme of this edition is Sustainable Software Reuse. We now invite submissions for Late-Breaking Results (LBR) and Journal First. LATE-BREAKING RESULTS LBR submissions will be peer reviewed and the accepted ones will be included in the conference proceedings volume to be published by Springer in the LNCS series. An LBR submission may also contain innovative ideas that are being explored and have already shown some promising results. LBR submissions are expected to address one or more of the topics covered in the regular call for papers (https://cyprusconferences.org/icsr2024/call-for-papers/). LBR submissions should be no longer than 12 pages (including references) following the Springer Lecture Notes in Computer Science format. Submissions will be handled via EasyChair (https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=icsr2024). Submissions will be **double-blindly** reviewed, meaning that authors should: • Omit all authors' names and affiliations from the title page. • Do not include the acknowledgement section, if there is any, in the submitted paper. • Refer to the authors' work in the third person. • Use anonymous GitHub, Zenondo, FigShare or equivalent to provide access to artefacts without disclosing the authors' identity. JOURNAL FIRST For Journal First, we solicit submissions related to articles that have been accepted for publication by a reputable journal and that meet the following criteria: • The article relates to the topics of the ICSR conference and the recent call for papers. • The article is an original submission to the journal and not an extension of an earlier conference or workshop paper. • The article is an original research article; review articles or commentaries will not be considered. • The article was accepted for publication by a journal on or after 1 January 2022, the acceptance must have been publicly announced, the article must be available at the publisher’s website (e.g., as “articles in advance” or published on a journal’s website), and the article must be written in English. • The article has not been presented at, and is not under consideration for, journal-first tracks of other conferences. Accepted submissions will be presented as part of the ICSR 2024 scientific programme. Submissions must be done electronically via Easy Chair (https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=icsr2024) and include: • Title and author information of the article. • The original abstract and keywords. • DOI of the original publication or, alternatively, a link to the publication at the journal's website. All submissions will be reviewed by the Program Chairs At least one author of each submission accepted for the Journal First track must register and attend the conference to present the work. The articles will be listed in the conference program and ICSR 2024 participants will have access to the respective abstracts and a pointer to the original journal article. IMPORTANT DATES • LBR and Journal First submission: April 8, 2024, AoE (firm) • Notification: April 29, 2024, AoE • Camera Ready: May 6, 2024, AoE • Author Registration: May 6, 2024 AoE ORGANISATION Steering Committee • Eduardo Almeida, Federal University of Bahia, Brazil • Goetz Botterweck, Lero, University of Limerick, Ireland • Rafael Capilla, Rey Juan Carlos University, Spain • John Favaro, Trust-IT, Italy • William B. Frakes, IEEE TCSE committee on software reuse, USA • Martin L. Griss, Carnegie Mellon University, USA • Oliver Hummel, University of Applied Sciences, Germany • Hafedh Mili, Université du Québec à Montréal, Canada • Nan Niu, University of Cincinnati, USA • George Angelos Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus • Claudia M.L. Werner, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil General Chair • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Program Co-Chairs • Achilleas Achilleos, Frederick University, Cyprus • Lidia Fuentes, University of Malaga, Spain

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[IxD&A] Deadline extension: Special issue n. 61 on "STEAM teaching and learning: advances beyond the state of the art" - IxD&A Journal

by Carlo Giovannella

/Apologize for unintended cross-mailing/ ========================================================= /Note: //*Interaction Design and Architecture(s) Journal has migrated to https://ixdea.org/*// //The old website is no longer be updated since last 5 March 2023 onwards. //Note: *also the paper management system of the journal has migrated to* *https://ojs.ixdea.org/* <https://ojs.ixdea.org/> The old OJS istance has been discontinued since the 1st of July 2023 and cannot longer used to submit papers to IxD&A Journal. /========================================================= D*EADLINE EXTENSION -> April 30th 2024* (new hard deadline) Special Issue on *STEAM teaching and learning: advances beyond the state of the art * Call for Papers -> link <https://ixdea.org/steam-teaching-and-learning-advances-beyond-the-state-of-…> to be published at the /*Interaction Design and Architecture(s) Journal (IxD&A)*/ (ISSN 1826-9745, eISSN 2283-2998) https://ixdea.org/ https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-000 ---------------------------------------------------------------- **** Since 2007 also in Scopus **** **** *Since 2015 also* in *Emerging Sources Citation Index* and *Web of Science* *** *---------------------------------------------------------------- IxD&A implements the Gold Open Access (OA) road to its contents with no charge to the authors (submission & paper processing) Help us in improving the quality of the editorial process and of the journal, please donate: -> link ========================================================= *Guest Editors:*  --------------------------------------------------------- -- * Hector Cardona-Reyes, Center for Research in Mathematics, Zacatecas, Mexico * Carlos Alberto Lara-Álvarez, Center for Research in Mathematics, Zacatecas, Mexico * Miguel Angel Ortiz Esparza, Center for Research in Mathematics, Zacatecas, Mexico * Klinge Orlando Villalba-Condori, Universidad Católica de Santa María, Perù =========================================== *Important dates:* ----------------------------------------------------------- • Deadline: *April 30th 2024* (extended - new hard deadline) • Notification to the authors: June 20th, 2024 • Camera ready paper: July 20th, 2024 • Publication of the special issue: September 2024 (tentatively) =========================================== *Overview* ----------------------------------------------------------- Science and technology are increasingly intertwined with our societal fabric. This transformation profoundly affects the education of new generations, who require access to cutting-edge knowledge in the STEAM disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics). The STEAM framework is gaining global adoption, all over the world instructional designers, technologists and scientists are conducting research on the implementation of STEAM education. Its application is diverse and spans all levels of education. In this context, technology plays a pivotal role. Therefore, it is imperative to develop strategies and mechanisms through which researchers, experts from various knowledge domains, and educators can facilitate participatory, interactive, sensory, and experimental activities based on STEAM in which students can actively engage. With this purpose in mind, our proposal seeks to extend a warm invitation to researchers and professionals worldwide who are engaged in scientific and technological advancements. We highly value the potential for development that can be harnessed in classrooms across various educational levels. Additionally, we provide a scientific and academic platform aimed at disseminating best practices in STEAM education. Our forum emphasizes outstanding teaching practices in MATHEMATICS, AI, ROBOTICS, HCI, and SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT that align with the global context of STEAM and leverage technology to enhance learning across diverse educational levels and contexts. ----------------------------------------------------------- *Topics of Interest* ----------------------------------------------------------- Topics of interest for this special issue include, but are not limited to: * Technology in STEAM Education. * Virtual Pedagogical Practices in STEAM. * Technological Environments for Teaching Science. * Teaching Math, Robotics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and Stats with ICT. * Digital Science Teacher Training. * Collaborative Science Learning with Technology. * Computational Thinking in Education. * Educational Robotics. * Educational Gamification. * AI and Machine Learning in Science Education. =========================================== /*Submission guidelines and procedure*/ ---------------------------------------------------------- All submissions (abstracts and later final manuscripts) must be original and may not be under review by another publication. The manuscripts should be submitted either in .doc or in .rtf format. All papers will be blindly peer-reviewed by at least two reviewers. Authors are invited to submit 8-30 pages paper (including authors' information, abstract, all tables, figures, references, etc.). The paper should be written according to the IxD&A authors' guidelines ->https://ixdea.org/authors-guidelines/ ========================================================== *Authors' guidelines* ---------------------------------------------------------- Paper submission page: -> link <https://ojs.ixdea.org/> (Please upload all submissions using the Submission page. When submitting the paper, please, choose the section: "SI: STEAM teaching and learning") More information on the submission procedure and on the characteristics of the paper format can be found on the website of the IxD&A Journal where information on the copyright policy and responsibility of authors, publication ethics and malpractice are published. For scientific advice and queries, please contact the IxD&A scientific editor marking the subject as: /SI: //STEAM teaching and learning: advances beyond the state of the art / • hector [dot] cardona [at] cimat [dot] mx • carlos [dot] lara [at] cimat [dot] mx • miguel [dot] ortiz [at] cimat [dot] mx • kvillalba [at] ucsm [dot] edu [dot] pe -----------------------------------------------------------------------------* *** * Forthcoming issues:* https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-000 • ‘Designing for People in Human-Robot Collaboration’ Guest editors: Stine S. Johansen, Alan Burden, Eike Schneiders, Alexander N. Walzer • ‘Smart Learning Ecosystems beyond 2030’ Guest editors: Gabriella Dodero, Carlo Giovannella, Francesca Pozzi • 'Digital Crossroads: Enhancing Mediterranean Values through Human-Computer Interaction Research’ Guest editors: George Caridakis, Houda El Mimouni, Joel Lanir, Valentina Nisi, Giuliana Vitiello • ‘Digital Technologies for Supporting Inclusion’ Guest editors: Hasan Ferdous, Carsten Röcker, Syed Isthiaque Ahmed, Nusrat Jahan Mim ----------------------------------------------------------

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Auguri

by Giuliana VITIELLO

Carissime/i, auguro a voi e alle vostre famiglie una serena Pasqua. Giuliana -- --- Prof. Giuliana Vitiello, PhD Director HCI-UsE Lab Department of Computer Science University of Salerno Italy phone +39 089 963317 cell +39 3666758965 https:// <https://docenti.unisa.it/003730/home> docenti.unisa.it/giuliana.vitiello

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CFP: CoPDA 2024 - 8th Int. Workshop on Cultures of Participation in the Digital Age (@ AVI 2024) - EXTENDED DEADLINE April 10th

by Antonio Piccinno

------------------- Call for Papers (NEW SUBMISSION DEADLINE April 10th) ------------------- CoPDA 2024 - 8th International Workshop on Cultures of Participation in the Digital Age: Differentiating and Deepening the Concept of "End User" in the Digital Age https://homes.di.unimi.it/cslab/copda2024/ June 3rd or 4th, 2024 - Arenzano (Genoa), Italy In conjunction with AVI 2024 (https://avi2024.dibris.unige.it/home) ------------ Overview ------------ Recent developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and meta-design challenge the understanding of the concept of “end user”. The 8th edition of this workshop aims to critically differentiate, dissect, and deepen the roles, experiences, and demands of end users by inviting contributions from different perspectives. The workshop invites contributions to explore the following fundamental issues: - Re-conceptualizing the multi-faceted roles that end users can play. - Investigating how end users are evolving into active participants in the design and development through frameworks (such as meta-design) that encourage creation, modification, and evolution in individual and group activities. - Understanding the skills and literacies (e.g., computational fluency) that end users need to acquire to be successful contributors (e.g., education, after-school clubs, etc.). - Envisioning future scenarios and possibilities for end user roles and experiences in the context of emerging technologies and cultural changes. - Understanding the design trade-offs associated with balancing the potential value of end-user contributions with the necessary effort to ensure that end users will be motivated to contribute over long periods of time. Participants from academia, industry, and user communities are invited to share their ideas, insights, and experiences to increase our collective understanding and approach towards end users in the digital age. Topics of discussion may include (but will not be limited to): - Analysis of the use and historical development of the concept of “end user” - Can meta-design frameworks facilitate and empower end users in becoming designers, shaping and adapting systems to their needs? - What are the major responsibilities for end users in "end-user development” and/versus "end-user software engineering"? - If computational fluency is widely achieved by humans in the digital age — how will this change the concept of "end user" and “learning with digital tools”? - How can the division between professional developers and end users be designed and supported as collaborative interactions rather than a rigid separation? - How do we scale up user participation from individuals to groups to communities? - In which contexts are end users the drivers of the innovation? - Which other frameworks and environments in AI exist in addition to Large Language Models (LLMs) for supporting end users? - How does the role of end users change in the era of LLMs? - Which additional learning demands occur that empower end users to assess LLM possibilities and limits? - Success stories and failures (e.g., empirical studies) involving or analyzing end users as active participants in sociotechnical systems in different domains (education, workplace, at home, leisure, etc.). ----------------- Submissions ---------------- Authors are invited to submit a 6-page position paper using the 1-column CEUR template available at http://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/CEURART.zip. An Overleaf page for LaTeX users is also available at https://www.overleaf.com/read/gwhxnqcghhdt The papers can be submitted at: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=copda2024 All papers will be peer-reviewed by at least two members of the Program Committee. Accepted papers will be collected and submitted for publication on CEUR-WS proceedings. --------------------- Important dates --------------------- - Apr 10th, 2024: Submission deadline for position papers - NEW - Apr 23rd, 2024: Notification of acceptance - May 10th, 2024: Camera ready - Jun 3rd or 4th, 2024: CoPDA 2024 workshop ------------------------------ Organizing Committee ----------------------------- Barbara Rita Barricelli (Università degli Studi di Brescia, Italy) Gerhard Fischer (University of Colorado, Boulder, USA) Daniela Fogli (Università degli Studi di Brescia, Italy) Anders Mørch (University of Oslo, Norway) Antonio Piccinno (Università degli Studi di Bari, Italy) Stefano Valtolina (Università degli Studi di Milano, Italy) For any further information, please contact copda2024(a)easychair.org -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Prof. Antonio Piccinno /Presidente Centro Servizi Informatici (CSI) Delegato del Rettore ai temi della digitalizzazione presso CRUI Delegato servizi informatici del Dipartimento di Informatica / Dipartimento di Informatica - Università degli Studi di Bari "Aldo Moro" via Orabona, 4 - 70125 Bari, Italy Personal Home Page <ivu.di.uniba.it/people/piccinno.htm?> Tel. +39 080 5442535 / Fax. +39 080 5443300 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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CFP: CoPDA 2024 - 8th Int. Workshop on Cultures of Participation in the Digital Age (@ AVI 2024) - EXTENDED DEADLINE April 10th

by Antonio Piccinno

------------------- Call for Papers (NEWSUBMSSION DEADLINE April 10th) ------------------- CoPDA 2024 - 8th International Workshop on Cultures of Participation in the Digital Age: Differentiating and Deepening the Concept of "End User" in the Digital Age https://homes.di.unimi.it/cslab/copda2024/ June 3rd or 4th, 2024 - Arenzano (Genoa), Italy In conjunction with AVI 2024 (https://avi2024.dibris.unige.it/home) ------------ Overview ------------ Recent developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and meta-design challenge the understanding of the concept of “end user”. The 8th edition of this workshop aims to critically differentiate, dissect, and deepen the roles, experiences, and demands of end users by inviting contributions from different perspectives. The workshop invites contributions to explore the following fundamental issues: - Re-conceptualizing the multi-faceted roles that end users can play. - Investigating how end users are evolving into active participants in the design and development through frameworks (such as meta-design) that encourage creation, modification, and evolution in individual and group activities. - Understanding the skills and literacies (e.g., computational fluency) that end users need to acquire to be successful contributors (e.g., education, after-school clubs, etc.). - Envisioning future scenarios and possibilities for end user roles and experiences in the context of emerging technologies and cultural changes. - Understanding the design trade-offs associated with balancing the potential value of end-user contributions with the necessary effort to ensure that end users will be motivated to contribute over long periods of time. Participants from academia, industry, and user communities are invited to share their ideas, insights, and experiences to increase our collective understanding and approach towards end users in the digital age. Topics of discussion may include (but will not be limited to): - Analysis of the use and historical development of the concept of “end user” - Can meta-design frameworks facilitate and empower end users in becoming designers, shaping and adapting systems to their needs? - What are the major responsibilities for end users in "end-user development” and/versus "end-user software engineering"? - If computational fluency is widely achieved by humans in the digital age — how will this change the concept of "end user" and “learning with digital tools”? - How can the division between professional developers and end users be designed and supported as collaborative interactions rather than a rigid separation? - How do we scale up user participation from individuals to groups to communities? - In which contexts are end users the drivers of the innovation? - Which other frameworks and environments in AI exist in addition to Large Language Models (LLMs) for supporting end users? - How does the role of end users change in the era of LLMs? - Which additional learning demands occur that empower end users to assess LLM possibilities and limits? - Success stories and failures (e.g., empirical studies) involving or analyzing end users as active participants in sociotechnical systems in different domains (education, workplace, at home, leisure, etc.). ----------------- Submissions ---------------- Authors are invited to submit a 6-page position paper using the 1-column CEUR template available at http://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/CEURART.zip. An Overleaf page for LaTeX users is also available at https://www.overleaf.com/read/gwhxnqcghhdt The papers can be submitted at: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=copda2024 All papers will be peer-reviewed by at least two members of the Program Committee. Accepted papers will be collected and submitted for publication on CEUR-WS proceedings. --------------------- Important dates --------------------- - Apr 10th, 2024: Submission deadline for position papers - NEW - Apr 23rd, 2024: Notification of acceptance - May 10th, 2024: Camera ready - Jun 3rd or 4th, 2024: CoPDA 2024 workshop ------------------------------ Organizing Committee ----------------------------- Barbara Rita Barricelli (Università degli Studi di Brescia, Italy) Gerhard Fischer (University of Colorado, Boulder, USA) Daniela Fogli (Università degli Studi di Brescia, Italy) Anders Mørch (University of Oslo, Norway) Antonio Piccinno (Università degli Studi di Bari, Italy) Stefano Valtolina (Università degli Studi di Milano, Italy) For any further information, please contact copda2024(a)easychair.org -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Prof. Antonio Piccinno /Presidente Centro Servizi Informatici (CSI) Delegato del Rettore ai temi della digitalizzazione presso CRUI Delegato servizi informatici del Dipartimento di Informatica / Dipartimento di Informatica - Università degli Studi di Bari "Aldo Moro" via Orabona, 4 - 70125 Bari, Italy Personal Home Page <ivu.di.uniba.it/people/piccinno.htm?> Tel. +39 080 5442535 / Fax. +39 080 5443300 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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CFP: Workshop on Personalized Access to Cultural Heritage - PATCH@UMAP 2024

by Noemi Mauro

**** PLEASE, EXCUSE MULTIPLE POSTINGS **** CALL FOR PAPERS The 15th International Workshop on Personalized Access to Cultural Heritage (PATCH 2024) Held in conjunction with ACM UMAP 2024 - Cagliari, Italy. https://patch2024.di.unito.it/ Important dates: April 24, 2024: paper submission May 8, 2024: notification to authors May 16, 2024: camera-ready due The workshop will be in person or hybrid. Abstract and Topics Following the successful series of PATCH workshops, PATCH 2024 will be again the meeting point between state-of-the-art cultural heritage research and personalization – using any kind of technology, while focusing on ubiquitous and adaptive scenarios, to enhance the personal experience in cultural heritage sites. The workshop is aimed at bringing together, physically and/or virtually, researchers and practitioners who are working on various aspects of cultural heritage and are interested in exploring the potential of state of the art mobile technology (onsite as well as online) to enhance the CH visit experience. The expected result of the workshop is a sharing and discussing novel ideas and creating a multidisciplinary research agenda that will inform future research directions and hopefully, forge some research collaborations. Motivation Cultural heritage (CH) has traditionally been a privileged area for personalization research, as highlighted by the many H2020 calls on this topic. Visitors come to cultural heritage sites willing to experience and learn new things, usually without a clear idea of what to expect. CH sites are typically rich in objects and information; much more than the visitor can absorb during the limited time of a visit. Cultural Heritage exploration and fruition are central aspects to value the richness of the territory and the history of our countries. The research on this topic is very active and continuously expanding towards new topics, such as the integration of cultural and natural heritage exploration, the extension to novel interaction means (e.g., haptic user interfaces and IoT), ambient intelligence, etc. We invite cultural heritage professionals and researchers to join us to discuss findings and trends on personalisation of cultural heritage in the broadest sense, from online and remote cultural access to onsite visit, from individuals to groups, from tangible to virtual and robotic mediation. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: - Navigation and personalized browsing in digital and physical cultural heritage collections - Recommendation strategies for natural and cultural heritage - Adaptation strategies for text and non-verbal content in CH/NH - NLG techniques for mobile user modeling in natural and cultural heritage sites - Integration of virtual and physical collections - Immersive cultural and natural heritage - Mobile museum guides and personal museum assistants - Context-aware information presentation in natural and cultural heritage - Adaptive navigation and browsing in CH/NH sites - Intelligent user interfaces for natural and cultural heritage applications - Personalization for group of visitors to natural and cultural heritage sites - Personalization for collective CH information authoring and management - Creativity and collaboration support in CH - Personalization across the whole of a person's digital ecosystem - Long-term personalization - IoT and Cultural Heritage - Living lab in museum - Robots in museums - 3D, Augmented, and Virtual Reality for cultural and natural heritage - Gestural interfaces for Cultural Heritage applications - Analysis of behavior patterns to improve CH/NH recommendation - Conversational agents for cultural and natural heritage - The use of personality for guiding CH/NH experiences - Multiple viewpoints and perspectives for CH - Remote access to CH/NH - Intelligent agents to interact with CH/NH Submissions Full papers: up to 14 pages excluding references. Short papers/Position papers/Demo papers: up to 7 pages excluding references. Papers that exceed the page limits or formatting guidelines will be returned without review. Submissions should be single-blinded, i.e., authors’ names should be included in the submissions. Papers must be formatted according to the new workflow for ACM publications. The templates and instructions are available here: https://patch2024.di.unito.it/submission.html. All papers should be submitted in PDF format via the online submission system by selecting the track "UMAP 24 Workshop PATCH": https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=umap24. An international panel of experts will review all submissions. Work that has already been published should not be submitted unless it introduces a significant addition to the previously published work. There will be a conference adjunct proceedings published by ACM where all the workshop papers will be published. Workshop organizers Liliana Ardissono, University of Torino, Italy, liliana.ardissono(a)unito.it Tsvi Kuflik, The University of Haifa, Israel, tsvikak(a)is.haifa.ac.il Noemi Mauro, University of Torino, Italy, noemi.mauro(a)unito.it George E. Raptis, Human Opsis, Greece, graptis(a)humanopsis.com Alan J. Wecker, The University of Haifa, Israel, ajwecker(a)gmail.com -- Noemi Mauro, Ph.D. Researcher and Assistant Professor Department of Computer Science, University of Torino https://unito.webex.com/meet/noemi.mauro

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[CFP] [deadline approaching] [1-2 pages Abstract] IEEE Special Session on “eXtended Reality as a gateway to the Metaverse: Practices, Theories, Technologies and Applications” (IEEE MetroXRAINE 2024)

by Giuseppe Caggianese

Dear Colleagues, The deadline for submitting a paper proposal for the special session on "eXtended Reality as a gateway to the Metaverse: Practices, Theories, Technologies and Applications" is fast approaching. The extended deadlines are: - *March 29* for your paper proposal in the form of a 1-2 page Abstract or a Graphical Abstract - *May 15* to finalize your work and submit the full paper. Please see the CfP below for details and forward it to colleagues who might be interested in contributing to this special session. Best regards, Giuseppe Caggianese ==================================================================================== Call for Papers - Special Session on: “EXTENDED REALITY AS A GATEWAY TO THE METAVERSE: PRACTICES, THEORIES, TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS” https://metroxraine.org/special-session-6 2024 IEEE International Conference on Metrology for eXtended Reality, Artificial Intelligence, and Neural Engineering (IEEE MetroXRAINE 2024) https://metroxraine.org/ October 21-23, 2024 - St Albans, London, UK. ==================================================================================== SPECIAL SESSION DESCRIPTION ------------------------- The fast development of Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) solutions over the last few years are transforming how people interact, work, and communicate. The eXtended Reality (XR) term encloses all those immersive technologies that can shift the boundaries between digital and physical worlds to realize the metaverse. According to tech companies and venture capitalists, the metaverse will be a super-platform that convenes sub-platforms: social media, online video games, and ease-of-life apps, all accessible through the same digital space and sharing the same digital economy. Inside the metaverse, virtual worlds will allow avatars to carry out all human endeavours, including creation, display, entertainment, social, and trading. Thus, the metaverse will evolve how users interact with brands, intellectual properties, health services, cultural heritage, and each other things on the Internet. A user could join friends to play a multiplayer game, watch a movie via a streaming service and then attend a university course precisely the same as in the real world. The metaverse development will require new software architecture that will enable decentralized and collaborative virtual worlds. These self-organized virtual worlds will be permanent and will require maintenance operations. In addition, it will be necessary to design an efficient data management system and prevent privacy violations. Finally, the convergence of physical reality, virtually enhanced, and an always-on virtual space highlighted the need to rethink the actual paradigms for visualization, interaction, and sharing of digital information, moving toward more natural, intuitive, dynamically customizable, multimodal, and multi-user solutions. This special session aims to focus on exploring how the realization of the metaverse can transform certain application domains such us: (i) healthcare, in which the metaverse solutions can, for instance, improve the communication between patients and physicians; (ii) cultural heritage, with potentially more effective solutions for tourism guidance, site maintenance, and heritage object conservation; and (iii) industry, where to enable data-driven decision making, smart maintenance, and overall asset optimisation. More information can be found here: https://metroxraine.org/special-session-6 TOPICS ---------- The topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: - Hardware/Software Architectures for metaverse - Decentralized and Collaborative Architectures for metaverse - Interoperability for metaverse - Tools to help creators to build the metaverse - Operations and Maintenance in metaverse - Data security and privacy mechanisms for metaverse - Cryptocurrency, token, NFT Solutions for metaverse - Fraud-Detection in metaverse - Cyber Security for metaverse - Data Analytics to Identify Malicious Behaviors in metaverse - Blockchain/AI technologies in metaverse - Emerging Technologies and Applications for metaverse - New models to evaluate the impact of the metaverse - Interactive Data Exploration and Presentation in metaverse - Human-Computer Interaction for metaverse - Human factors issues related to metaverse - Proof-of-Concept in Metaverse: Experimental Prototyping and Testbeds IMPORTANT DATES ------------------------ Abstract Submission Deadline: March 29, 2024 (extended) Final Paper Submission Deadline: May 15, 2024 (extended) Full Paper Acceptance Notification: June 15, 2024 Final Paper Submission Deadline: July 31, 2024 SUBMISSION AND DECISIONS ------------------------ Authors should prepare an Abstract (1 - 2 pages) that clearly indicates the originality of the contribution and the relevance of the work. The Abstract should include the title of the paper, names and affiliations of the authors, an abstract, keywords, an introduction describing the nature of the problem, a description of the contribution, the results achieved and their applicability. As an alternative to the traditional abstract, it is possible to submit a Graphical Abstract. For further information, please see here: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions. When the first review process has been completed, authors receive a notification of either acceptance or rejection of the submission. If the abstract has been accepted, the authors can prepare a full paper. The format for the full paper is identical to the format for the abstract except for the number of pages: the full paper has a required minimum length of five (5) pages and a maximum of six (6) pages. Full Papers will be reviewed by the Technical Program Committee. Authors of accepted full papers must submit the final paper version according to the deadline, register for the workshop, and attend to present their papers. The maximum length for final papers is 6 pages. All contributions will be peer-reviewed and acceptance will be based on quality, originality and relevance. Accepted papers will be submitted for inclusion into IEEE Xplore Digital Library. Submissions must be written in English and prepared according to the IEEE Conference Proceedings template. LaTeX and Word templates and an Overleaf sample project can be found at: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions. The papers must be submitted in PDF format electronically via EDAS online submission and review system: https://edas.info/newPaper.php?c=30746. To submit abstracts or draft papers to the special session, please follow the submission instructions for regular sessions, but remind to specify the special session to which the paper is directed. The special session organizers and other external reviewers will review all submissions. More information can be found here: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS ----------------------------------- All contributions will be peer-reviewed, and acceptance will be based on quality, originality, and relevance. Accepted papers will be submitted for inclusion into the IEEE Xplore Digital Library. Extended versions of presented papers are eligible for post-publication; more information will be provided soon. ORGANIZERS ------------- Giuseppe Caggianese National Research Council of Italy giuseppe.caggianese(a)cnr.it Nicola Capece University of Basilicata nicola.capece(a)unibas.it Luigi Gallo National Research Council of Italy luigi.gallo(a)cnr.it For any questions related to the special session, please feel free to contact us via email.

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ExUM Workshop @UMAP 2024 - Call For Papers

by amon

*** Apologies for cross postings *** *ExUM Workshop @UMAP 2024 - Call For Papers - *** DEADLINE APRIL, 24 *** ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Workshop on Explainable User Models and Personalised Systems (ExUM@UMAP 2024) co-located with UMAP 2024 (http://www.um.org/umap2024) - The 32nd ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization Monday 1 - Thursday 4 July, 2024 Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExUM_Workshop Web: http://swap.di.uniba.it/exum/index.html For any information: marco.polignano(a)uniba.it ========= ABSTRACT ========= Adaptive and personalized systems have become pervasive technologies, gradually playing an increasingly important role in our daily lives. Indeed, we are now accustomed to interacting with algorithms that leverage the power of Language Models (LLMs) to assist us in various scenarios. From services suggesting music or movies to personal assistants proactively supporting us in complex decision-making tasks. As these technologies continue to shape our everyday experiences, it becomes imperative to ensure that the internal mechanisms guiding these algorithms are transparent and comprehensible. The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) recognizes the users' right to explanation when confronted with intelligent systems, highlighting the significance of this aspect. Regrettably, current research often prioritizes the maximization of personalization strategy effectiveness, such as recommendation accuracy, at the expense of model explainability. To address this concern, the workshop aims to provide a platform for in-depth discussions on challenges, problems, and innovative research approaches in the field. The workshop will specifically focus on investigating the role of transparency and explainability in recent methodologies for constructing user models and developing personalized and adaptive systems. By bringing together researchers and practitioners, the workshop aims to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the development of novel solutions. Through this collective effort, we can advance the understanding and implementation of transparent and interpretable approaches in adaptive and personalized systems, including integrating Language Models (LLMs) to enhance transparency and enable users to comprehend the internal mechanisms guiding these systems. ====== TOPICS ====== Topics of interest include but are not limited to: ∑ TRANSPARENT AND EXPLAINABLE PERSONALIZATION STRATEGIES o Scrutable User Models o Transparent User Profiling and Personal Data Extraction o Explainable Personalization and Adaptation Methodologies o Novel strategies (e.g., conversational recommender systems) for building transparent algorithms o Transparent Personalization and Adaptation to Groups of users o Transparent Personalization based on Large Language Models ∑ DESIGNING EXPLANATION ALGORITHMS o Explanation algorithms based on the item description and item properties o Explanation algorithms based on user-generated content (e.g., reviews) o Explanation algorithms based on collaborative information o Building explanation algorithms for opaque personalization techniques (e.g., neural networks, matrix factorization) o Explanation algorithms based on methods to build group models ∑ DESIGNING TRANSPARENT AND EXPLAINABLE USER INTERFACES o Transparent User Interfaces o Methodologies for designing transparent interaction o Novel paradigms (e.g. chatbots, LLMs) for building transparent models ∑ EVALUATING TRANSPARENCY AND EXPLAINABILITY o Evaluating Transparency in interaction or personalization o Evaluating the Explainability of the algorithms o Designing User Studies for evaluating transparency and explainability o Novel metrics and experimental protocols ∑ OPEN ISSUES IN TRANSPARENT AND EXPLAINABLE USER MODELS AND PERSONALIZED SYSTEMS o Ethical issues (Fairness and Biases) in User Models and Personalized Systems o Privacy management of Personal and Social data o Discussing Recent Regulations (GDPR) and future directions ============ SUBMISSIONS ============ We encourage the submission of contributions investigating novel methodologies to exploit heterogeneous personal data and approaches to build transparent and scrutable user models. In particular, we accept three kinds of submissions: (A) Regular papers (max. 14 pages + references - single-column ACM format) (B) Ongoing projects, Demo and Short papers (max. 7 pages + references - single-column ACM format); Submission site: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=umap24 During the submission process select “6th Workshop on Explainable User Models and Personalized Systems (ExUM)” All submitted papers will be evaluated by at least two members of the program committee, based on originality, significance, relevance, and technical quality. Note that the references do not count toward page limits. Submissions should be single-blinded, i.e. authors’ names should be included in the submissions. Papers must be formatted according to the new workflow for ACM publications. All accepted papers will be published by ACM as a joint volume of Extended UMAP 2024 Proceedings and will be available via the ACM Digital Library. At least one author of each accepted paper must register for the particular workshop and present the paper there. The templates and instructions are available here: ttps:// authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/taps-production-workflow - LaTeX (use \documentclass[manuscript,review,anonymous]{acmart} in the sample-authordraft.tex file for single-column) - https://portalparts.acm.org/hippo/latex_templates/acmart-primary.zip - Overleaf (use \documentclass[manuscript,review,anonymous]{acmart} for single-column) - https://www.overleaf.com/gallery/tagged/acm-official#.WOuOk2e1taQ - MS Word: https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/preparing-your-a… ================ IMPORTANT DATES ================ * Full paper submission: April 24, 2024 (GMT) * Paper notification: May 8, 2024 (GMT) * Workshop Papers Camera-ready Submission (TAPS system): May 16, 2024 (GTM) ============= ORGANIZATION ============= Cataldo Musto - University of Bari, Italy Amra Delić – University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Oana Inel - Zurich University, Switzerland Marco Polignano - University of Bari, Italy Amon Rapp – University of Torino, Italy Giovanni Semeraro - University of Bari, Italy Juergen Ziegler - University of Duisburg Essen ============= PROGRAM COMMITTEE (TO BE EXTENDED) ============= Kathrin Wardatzky, University of Zurich Marco de Gemmis, University of Bari Veronika Bogina, Tel Aviv University Dietmar Jannach, University of Klagenfurt Francesco Barile, Maastricht University Alain Starke, University of Amsterdam Ludovico Boratto, University of Cagliari Benedikt Loepp Styliani Kleanthous, CYENS CoE and Open University of Cyprus Erasmo Purificato, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg Pierpaolo Basile, University of Bari Bart Knijnenburg, Clemson University Alejandro Bellogin, Universidad Autonoma de Madrid Giuseppe Sansonetti, Roma Tre University Riccardo Guidotti, University of Pisa Michael Ekstrand, Drexel University Antonela Tommasel, Aarhus University, ISISTAN Research Institute, CONICET-UNCPBA Kyriaki Kalimeri, ISI Foundation

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[CfP] SYNERGY Workshop @ AVI 2024 | Extended Deadline

by Tommaso Turchi

*** Apologies for cross-posting *** -------------------------------------- CALL FOR PAPERS: SYNERGY Workshop 2024 -------------------------------------- We are pleased to announce the call for papers for the SYNERGY Workshop, to be held in conjunction with ACM AVI 2024. This workshop is dedicated to designing and building Hybrid Human-AI Systems. We invite researchers and practitioners to contribute to this evolving field, where human intelligence synergizes with artificial intelligence. **Exciting Update**: We are thrilled to announce Dr. Yang Li as our Keynote Speaker! Dr. Li, a Senior Staff Research Scientist at Google Research and an affiliate faculty member at the University of Washington CSE, will share his insights on the intersection of Human Computer Interaction and Artificial Intelligence, highlighting the future of Human-AI collaboration. **Deadline Extension**: In response to numerous requests and to accommodate the interests of our community, we have extended the submission deadline to April 9, 2024. We hope this gives you the extra time needed to finalize and submit your work. == Important Dates == * New Submission Deadline: April 9, 2024 * Notification: April 23, 2024 * Camera Ready: May 3, 2024 * Workshop Date: Afternoon of June 3rd or 4th, 2024 == Submission Guidelines == * Length: 5-10 pages * Format: CEUR-ART 1-column Template * Selected papers may be invited to submit an extended version to a dedicated Special Issue of Springer's "Personal and Ubiquitous Computing" * Submission Website: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/SYNERGY2024 == Topics Include == The workshop seeks contributions on, but not limited to, the following themes: 1. Human-AI Collaboration Models 2. Augmenting Human Cognition with AI 3. Design Principles for Synergistic Systems 4. Ethics and Trust in Human-AI Interaction 5. Philosophical and Theoretical Approaches 6. Adaptive Interfaces for Human-AI Synergy 7. Software Architectures and Tools 8. Case Studies of Human-AI Synergy == Organizers == * Alan Dix, Swansea University & Cardiff Metropolitan University * Matt Roach, Swansea University * Tommaso Turchi, University of Pisa * Alessio Malizia, University of Pisa For more information, please visit our website at https://synergy.trx.li or contact Tommaso Turchi (tommaso.turchi(a)unipi.it). Join us in Arenzano, Genoa, Italy, for an insightful workshop that aims to explore and shape the future of hybrid human-AI systems! //==============================\\ Tommaso Turchi Department of Computer Science University of Pisa \\==============================//

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ACM SIGCHI Sponsored: EICS 2024 Doctoral Consortium Support for Students

by Tommaso Calo'

Dear HCI Community, We are excited to share that EICS 2024, the ACM SIGCHI Symposium on Engineering Interactive Computing Systems, taking place in Cagliari, Italy, has received generous support from the SIGCHI Development Fund. This support enables us to offer registration cost coverage for up to 15 students participating in the Doctoral Consortium. Event Details: Event: EICS 2024 Doctoral Consortium Location: Cagliari, Italy Date: June 24-28, 2024 Application Deadline: April 19, 2024 This initiative is part of our commitment to fostering the growth and development of future researchers in the HCI community. We encourage student members from across the globe to apply and take advantage of this unique opportunity to engage with leading experts in interactive computing systems. To apply for the Doctoral Consortium and the funding opportunity, please visit our website: https://eics.acm.org/2024/dc.html. For further inquiries, feel free to contact the Doctoral Consortium chairs at dc2024(a)eics.acm.org We look forward to your applications and to seeing you in Cagliari! Warm regards, Tommaso Calò EICS 2024 Organizing Committee

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17-month research position in Human - AI interaction and medical decision support

by Federico Cabitza, PhD

[[apologies for cross posting]] We are seeking a motivated researcher for a* fully funded* research fellowship position (Italian Assegno di Ricerca – Post-Doc Equivalent) on topics related to *Decision Support, Human-AI Interaction and eXplainable Artificial Intelligence*, with a special focus on *biomedical informatics and medical decision making*. The position regards a recently funded Italian *PRIN PNRR project “InXAId* - Ricerca nel campo dell'interazione con l'intelligenza Artificiale spiegabile nel processo decisionale medico” (Research In The Field Of Interaction With Explainable Artificial Intelligence In Medical Decision Making"), under the scientific supervision of *Prof. Federico Cabitza (PI) and Prof. Silvana Quaglini*. The candidate will join the *MUDILAB *research group ( https://mudilab.disco.unimib.it/), at the University of Milano-Bicocca, in Milan, Italy and work in close collaboration with the BMI laboratory ( www.labmedinfo.org) of the University of Pavia, in Pavia, Italy. *More details* - Position: Research Fellow / Assegnista di Ricerca (post-doc equivalent) - Location: Department of Informatics, Systems and Communication of the University of Milano-Bicocca, Viale Sarca 336, 20126, Milan, Italy - Application *Deadline*: *11th April 2024*, 12.00 (Italian Time) - *Link to the Call* (with instructions on how to apply): https://www.unimib.it/ateneo/gare-e-concorsi/cod-24a061 - Duration: *17 Months*, tentatively starting in June 2024. - *Gross Salary: **3,351.00* *Euros per month* (According to Italian Law, that amount is not subject to income tax, but only to retirement funds; thus, the net salary should be slightly higher than 2,400 Euros.) - The selected researcher will advance Human-AI collaboration in medical decision-making. Key tasks include: - Developing Explainable AI (XAI): Innovate in XAI and Uncertainty Quantification for clinical decision support systems (CDSS). - Designing Human-AI Protocols: Implement and test protocols that enhance decision-making and trust in AI processes. - Empirical Analysis: Conduct experiments and data analysis to evaluate AI system effectiveness and decision-making impact. - Academic Outreach: Publish findings in scientific venues, attend conferences, and engage in interdisciplinary collaboration. - Teamwork: Work with a diverse team, integrating insights from clinicians, computer scientists, biomedical engineers and psychologists. The postdoc will also supervise PhD students, master degree students, and work in collaboration with them. - This role demands strong AI and HCI expertise, ideally with a focus on healthcare applications. The project offers an opportunity to significantly contribute to both academic research and practical healthcare advancements. *Admission Criteria* To participate in the call, a master degree in Computer Science (LM-18 ), or Computer Engineering (LM-32 ), or Statistical Science (LM-82 ), or Techniques and methods for the information society (LM-91), or Biomedical engineering (LM-21 ), or Cognitive science (LM-55), or Philosophical Sciences (LM78) or equivalent foreign degree, is required. A PhD is not required, but recommended. Previous background in AI and HCI is also highly recommended. *About the Laboratory* The MUDILAB at UNIMIB mainly focuses on the development and evaluation of decision support systems and eXplainable AI - human interaction protocols. Currently, the lab has two faculty members, three funded PhD students and two post-doc. The founders, the head Prof. Federico Cabitza and Prof. Davide Ciucci, have both been counted among the world's top 2% of researchers in AI and medical informatics for years, according to the list curated by Stanford researchers. The MUDI group has a recent track record of previous publications in prestigious venues (CHI, Interact, AAAI, ECAI, …) and research projects on both fundamental and application-oriented research, in collaborations with several hospitals and academic partners. The BMI lab at UNIPV has a long tradition (dating back to the mid 80s, with its founder Prof. Mario Stefanelli) of research in biomedical informatics and AI in medicine. Led by prof. Silvana Quaglini, the lab is the biggest in Italy in its field and counts 7 faculty, 2 post-docs, and 5 PhD students (enrolled either in the Biomedical Informatics PhD @UNIPV or in the National PhD in AI - health&life sciences pillar). Both groups aim to provide its members a friendly environment with strong supervision, in which individuals can grow and let their full potential flourish. We regularly organize group meetings and gatherings outside the lab to keep the team motivated and encourage a good work culture. For more information, do not hesitate to contact Prof. Federico Cabitza, at federico.cabitza [at] unimib.it

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[CfP] AVI 2024 Workshop "Cyber Security Education for Industry and Academia" (CSE4IA'24) - Deadline extended (05 April 2024)

by Federica Caruso

* Apologies for multiple copies. Please forward to anybody who might be interested, thanks * NEW DEADLINE 5th April 2024 ############################################################# CALL FOR PAPERS 2nd International Workshop on Cyber Security Education for Industry and Academia Co-located within the 17th International Conference on Advanced Visual Interfaces (AVI2024) Arenzano (Genoa), Italy June 3rd or 4th 2024 More info: https://sites.google.com/view/cse4ia-2024/home ############################################################# AIMS AND SCOPE The aim of this workshop is to provide a forum for researchers and practitioners to present and discuss current challenges in cybersecurity education to train future cybersecurity professionals but also to be able to train employees of private and public industries on real-world cybersecurity scenarios. We expect that the workshop will help with: - the adoption of methodologies, techniques, and tools that support cybersecurity education and the design of cybersecurity-related training programs; - the identification of methods and tools to support Industry and Academia to collaborate in cybersecurity education; - the identification of new processes, methods, and techniques to empower end-users development to set, modify, and increase the security of their technological solutions; - the proposition of reference taxonomies to characterize the common understanding of the relevant roles, competencies, skills, and knowledge required; - the design of new techniques to develop cybersecurity competencies for professionals aligned with the European Cybersecurity Skills Framework. ############################################################# TOPICS The topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: - Leveraging Technology for Enhanced Learning in Cybersecurity - Personalized Learning in Cybersecurity Education - AI-Driven Cybersecurity Education - Generative AI in Cybersecurity Education - Explainable AI for Cybersecurity - Immersive Virtual Reality for Cybersecurity Education - Augmented Reality in Cybersecurity Education - Game-based approaches in Cybersecurity Education - Artistic Approaches to Cybersecurity Education - Designing Tools and Frameworks for Cybersecurity Education - Contextual Methodologies for Cybersecurity Education - Innovative Technologies for Professional Cybersecurity Competencies - Explainable Security in Public Administration - Human, Economic, Ethical, and Legal Aspects in Cybersecurity Education - Innovative Training Programs for Cybersecurity Education - Empowering Users in Technology Creation with Cybersecurity Considerations - Warning dialogues for Cybersecurity - Human Factors for Cybersecurity - Case Studies on Cybersecurity Challenges and Practices - Data Visualization in Cybersecurity - Accessibility in Cybersecurity Tools and Education - User Behavior Analysis in Cybersecurity - Conversational Interface in Cybersecurity Education ############################################################# SUBMISSION AND EVALUATION CRITERIA We will consider two different types of submissions: - Regular papers will be up to 10 pages (excluding references) and will report original research on how cybersecurity and education can support Academia and Industry to reduce the gap between demand (workplace, recruitment) and supply (qualification, training); - Extended Abstracts will be up to 4 pages (excluding references) and will report novel ideas about the application of the role of cybersecurity education in Academia and Industry. Both types of submissions, if accepted, will be part of the workshop proceedings (CEUR-WS). All submissions should be submitted through Easychair (https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=cse4ia0) in PDF format using the “CEUR Template”: https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/CEURART.zip. An Overleaf page for LaTeX users is also available at: https://www.overleaf.com/read/gwhxnqcghhdt All submissions will be subjected to a thorough peer-review process, focusing on originality, quality, soundness, and relevance. The workshop will use a double-blind review process, with three members of the program committee reviewing each submitted paper. Upon acceptance, at least one author of each accepted paper will be required to attend the workshop. Virtual participation will be made possible. Selected accepted papers will be considered for publication in a Special Issue of a relevant cybersecurity and human-computer interaction journal. ############################################################# IMPORTANT DATES Submission deadline: 27th March 2024 05th April 2024 Notification: 19th April 2024 Camera-ready: 5th May 2024 Registration due: 10th May 2024 ############################################################# WORKSHOP ORGANIZERS Vita Santa Barletta - Department of Computer Science, University of Bari, IT (vita.barletta(a)uniba.it) Federica Caruso - Department of Information Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics, University of L’Aquila, IT (federica.caruso1(a)univaq.it) Tania Di Mascio - Department of Information Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics, University of L’Aquila, IT (tania.dimascio(a)univaq.it) Francesco Greco - Department of Computer Science, University of Bari, IT (francesco.greco(a)uniba.it) Tasmina Islam - Department of Informatics, King's College London, UK (tasmina.islam(a)kcl.ac.uk) Veronica Rossano - Department of Computer Science, University of Bari, IT (veronica.rossano(a)uniba.it) Hannan Xiao - Department of Informatics, King's College London, UK (Hannah.xiao(a)kcl.ac.uk)

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ACM GoodIT'24: Special Track on Educating for a Sustainable Digital Future -- First Call for Papers

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*** First Call for Papers *** ACM 4th International Conference on Information Technology for Social Good (GoodIT''24) Special Track on Educating for a Sustainable Digital Future https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/ ( *** Submission Deadline: 17 May 2024 ***) SCOPE Exploring the development of our digital future requires a comprehensive examination of both individual and societal consequences. Placing excessive emphasis on individual gains, a common practice in individualistic societies for many years, has hindered the ability to grasp the complex dynamics and forward-thinking mindset essential for the sustainability of a contemporary society. The evolving landscape of technology and the ongoing digital advancements have paved the way for creative applications in the field of education, allowing us to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances. When shaping a new approach for Information Systems and Information Technology education, it is crucial to emphasize the significance of individuals as key stakeholders and integral members of the wider community, while also recognizing the pivotal role of collaboration. In this track, we are searching for papers employing innovative technology and approaches to educate the future generation towards world equality, collegiality, inclusion and a more cooperative learning for a sustainable digital future. Values which are emphasized in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which overall aim towards creating a more equitable, sustainable, and peaceful world. This track is particularly relevant to IS/IT educators and those creative IT practitioners who care about developing a sustainable digital future. TOPICS Potential topics for papers include (but are not limited to): • Sustainable and innovative education technologies and practices • Universal access to quality education • The new role for IS/IT in society and education and the value of information and knowledge • The role of cooperative learning for life-long learning and societal developments • Digital transformation: opportunities and challenges for education, work, and society • Digital learning environments: Innovations and trends • Equality, diversity, and inclusion in education, work, and society • The use of large language models and generative AI in education • New topics and domains in IT-enhanced education We hope to attract the interest of IS/IT educators and those creative IT practitioners who care about developing a sustainable digital future. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Please refer to the instructions on the conference web site: https://blogs.uni-bremen.de/goodit2024/submission-of-papers/ . All accepted papers will be included in the ACM Digital Library . IMPORTANT DATES • Submission deadline: 17 May 2024 (AoE) • Notification of acceptance: 8 July 2024 • Camera ready: 19 July 2024 TRACK CHAIRS • George A. Papadopoulos, University of Cyprus, Cyprus • Vasso Stylianou, University of Nicosia, Cyprus CONTACT DETAILS Vasso Stylianou, stylianou.v(a)unic.ac.cy

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CAiSE'24: Last Call for Research Projects Exhibition

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*** Last Call for Research Projects Exhibition *** 36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering (CAiSE'24) June 3-7, 2024, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://cyprusconferences.org/caise2024/ (*** Submission Deadline: 8th April, 2024 AoE ***) CAiSE 2024 features a Research Project Exhibition (RPE@CAiSE'24) where researchers and practitioners can present their ongoing research projects (e.g., Horizon or ERC projects, national grants) in the context of Information Systems Engineering. The main objective of this call is to serve as a forum where presenters can disseminate the intermediate results of their projects or get feedback about research project proposals being developed. The exhibition will also provide a warm environment to find potential research partners, foster existing relationships, and discuss research ideas. To participate in the RPE@CAiSE'24, the authors should submit a short paper (5-8 pages) showcasing the project, including the participants, the main objectives of the project and relevant results obtained so far (or expected results in the case of project proposals). Each submission will be peer-reviewed on the relevance of the submitted paper in the context of CAiSE 2024. If the paper is accepted, the authors will be invited to register for the conference to present their work at the Research Projects Exhibition session at CAiSE 2024. The accepted contributions will be proposed for publication by CEUR proceedings using the 1-column CEUR-ART style. In addition, the authors of the most influential project presented at the RPE@CAiSE'24 will receive an award distinguishing their contribution as the "Most Influential Project of the Research Project Exhibition @CAiSE'24". RESEARCH PROJECTS REQUIREMENTS For the Research Projects Exhibition, we solicit submissions of projects related to the topics of CAiSE that meet the following criteria: • Projects funded by the European Union, by national or local funding organisations, or even by individual universities and industries. • Projects focused on fundamental research, applied research or more industry-oriented. • Research projects carried out by an international consortium of partners or by a national research team. • Research statements for future projects concerning the Information Systems Engineering community. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Papers should be submitted via Easychair (https://www.easychair.org/conferences/?conf=caise2024) by selecting the "Research Projects Exhibition". Each submission of a research project should include: • The project's full name, acronym, duration (from-to), participants, funding agency and URL. • Names of presenter(s) and main contributors. • Abstract and keywords. • Summary of project objectives and expected tangible outputs. • The relevance of the project (or one of its work packages) to the topics of the International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering. • If the project is ongoing: summary of current status and intermediate results. All submissions should be 5 to 8 pages long and be formatted as a 1-column CEUR-ART style (templates available at https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/). An intention to submit should be performed one week before the deadline, including the full name of the project, the authors' name and the abstract. Each submission will be reviewed by at least two members of the Program Committee. In case of disagreement, a third member of the Program Committee will review the submission. The Program Committee will comprise international researchers with expertise in the field. ATTENDANCE AND PRESENTATION During the Research Projects Exhibition session, the authors of accepted contributions will present the research project. Details about the format of the session and instructions to prepare the presentation will be given to authors after the acceptance notification. At least one author of each submission accepted for the Research Projects Exhibition must register and attend the conference to present the work. The author needs a full registration to present the research project. IMPORTANT DATES • Submission: 8th April, 2024 (AoE) • Notification of Acceptance: 22nd April, 2024 • Camera Ready: 13th May, 2024 • Author Registration: 17th May, 2024 • Conference Dates: 3rd-7th June, 2024 RESEARCH PROJECTS EXHIBITION CHAIRS • Raimundas Matulevicius, University of Tartu, Estonia • Henderik A. Proper, TU Wien, Austria

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CAiSE'24: Last Call for Journal First Submissions

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*** Last Call for Journal First Submissions *** 36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering (CAiSE'24) June 3-7, 2024, 5* St. Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol, Cyprus https://cyprusconferences.org/caise2024/ (*** Submission Deadline: 31st March, 2024 AoE ***) CAiSE 2024 is organising journal-first sessions as part of the scientific program. The aim of these sessions is to disseminate recent important research contributions and spark discussions between authors and researchers in the CAiSE community. Authors of selected journal articles on CAiSE-related topics will be invited to present their work at the conference. SCOPE For the journal-first sessions, we solicit submissions related to articles that have been accepted for publication by a reputable journal and that meet the following criteria: • The article relates to the topics of the CAiSE conference and the recent call for papers. • The article is an original submission to the journal and not an extension of an earlier conference or workshop paper. • The article is an original research article; review articles or commentaries will not be considered. • The article was accepted for publication by a journal on or after 1 January 2023, the acceptance must have been publicly announced, the article must be available at the publisher’s website (e.g., as "articles in advance" or published on a journal’s website), and the article must be written in English. • The article has not been presented at, and is not under consideration for, journal-first tracks of other conferences. FORMAT Accepted submissions will be presented as part of the CAiSE 2024 scientific programme. SUBMISION Submissions must be done electronically via Easychair (https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=caise2024) and include: • Title and author information of the article. • The original abstract and keywords. • DOI of the original publication or, alternatively, a link to the publication at the journal’s website. EVALUATION All submissions will be reviewed by the track chairs with the aim to accept all qualifying submissions subject to ability to accommodate them in the program. If needed, priority will be given to submissions according to their topical fit with the scope of the conference, the importance of the contribution, as well as the standing of the respective journal (including, but not limited to, the journal's impact factor and ranking results). ATTENDANCE AND PRESENTATION At least one author of each submission accepted for the journal-first track must register and attend the conference to present the work. The author needs a full registration to present the journal article. As the articles of the journal-first track have been published already, they will not be part of the CAiSE 2024 proceedings. The articles will be listed in the conference program and CAiSE 2024 participants will have access to the respective abstracts and a pointer to the original journal article. IMPORTANT DATES • Submission: 31st March, 2024 (AoE) • Notification of Acceptance: 14th April, 2024 • Author Registration: 17th May, 2024 • Conference Dates: 3rd-7th June, 2024 JOURNAL FIRST CHAIRS • Paolo Giorgini, University of Trento, Italy • Jeffrey Parsons, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada

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CFP: CoPDA 2024 - 8th International Workshop on Cultures of Participation in the Digital Age (co-located with AVI 2024) - deadline is approaching

by Antonio Piccinno

------------------- Call for Papers ------------------- CoPDA 2024 - 8th International Workshop on Cultures of Participation in the Digital Age: Differentiating and Deepening the Concept of "End User" in the Digital Age https://homes.di.unimi.it/cslab/copda2024/ June 3rd or 4th, 2024 - Arenzano (Genoa), Italy In conjunction with AVI 2024 (https://avi2024.dibris.unige.it/home) ------------ Overview ------------ Recent developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and meta-design challenge the understanding of the concept of “end user”. The 8th edition of this workshop aims to critically differentiate, dissect, and deepen the roles, experiences, and demands of end users by inviting contributions from different perspectives. The workshop invites contributions to explore the following fundamental issues: - Re-conceptualizing the multi-faceted roles that end users can play. - Investigating how end users are evolving into active participants in the design and development through frameworks (such as meta-design) that encourage creation, modification, and evolution in individual and group activities. - Understanding the skills and literacies (e.g., computational fluency) that end users need to acquire to be successful contributors (e.g., education, after-school clubs, etc.). - Envisioning future scenarios and possibilities for end user roles and experiences in the context of emerging technologies and cultural changes. - Understanding the design trade-offs associated with balancing the potential value of end-user contributions with the necessary effort to ensure that end users will be motivated to contribute over long periods of time. Participants from academia, industry, and user communities are invited to share their ideas, insights, and experiences to increase our collective understanding and approach towards end users in the digital age. Topics of discussion may include (but will not be limited to): - Analysis of the use and historical development of the concept of “end user” - Can meta-design frameworks facilitate and empower end users in becoming designers, shaping and adapting systems to their needs? - What are the major responsibilities for end users in "end-user development” and/versus "end-user software engineering"? - If computational fluency is widely achieved by humans in the digital age — how will this change the concept of "end user" and “learning with digital tools”? - How can the division between professional developers and end users be designed and supported as collaborative interactions rather than a rigid separation? - How do we scale up user participation from individuals to groups to communities? - In which contexts are end users the drivers of the innovation? - Which other frameworks and environments in AI exist in addition to Large Language Models (LLMs) for supporting end users? - How does the role of end users change in the era of LLMs? - Which additional learning demands occur that empower end users to assess LLM possibilities and limits? - Success stories and failures (e.g., empirical studies) involving or analyzing end users as active participants in sociotechnical systems in different domains (education, workplace, at home, leisure, etc.). ----------------- Submissions ---------------- Authors are invited to submit a 6-page position paper using the 1-column CEUR template available at http://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/CEURART.zip. An Overleaf page for LaTeX users is also available at https://www.overleaf.com/read/gwhxnqcghhdt The papers can be submitted at: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=copda2024 All papers will be peer-reviewed by at least two members of the Program Committee. Accepted papers will be collected and submitted for publication on CEUR-WS proceedings. --------------------- Important dates --------------------- - Apr 3rd, 2024: Submission deadline for position papers - Apr 23rd, 2024: Notification of acceptance - May 10th, 2024: Camera ready - Jun 3rd or 4th, 2024: CoPDA 2024 workshop ------------------------------ Organizing Committee ----------------------------- Barbara Rita Barricelli (Università degli Studi di Brescia, Italy) Gerhard Fischer (University of Colorado, Boulder, USA) Daniela Fogli (Università degli Studi di Brescia, Italy) Anders Mørch (University of Oslo, Norway) Antonio Piccinno (Università degli Studi di Bari, Italy) Stefano Valtolina (Università degli Studi di Milano, Italy) For any further information, please contact copda2024(a)easychair.org -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Prof. Antonio Piccinno /Presidente Centro Servizi Informatici (CSI) Delegato del Rettore ai temi della digitalizzazione presso CRUI Delegato servizi informatici del Dipartimento di Informatica / Dipartimento di Informatica - Università degli Studi di Bari "Aldo Moro" via Orabona, 4 - 70125 Bari, Italy Personal Home Page <ivu.di.uniba.it/people/piccinno.htm?> Tel. +39 080 5442535 / Fax. +39 080 5443300 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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Call for Participation & Papers - ACAIN 2024 - 4th Int. Advanced Course & Symposium on Artificial Intelligence & Neuroscience, September 22-25 2024, Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) Tuscany, Italy -> Deadline: March 23

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Call for Participation & Call for Papers (apologies for multiple copies) ________________________________________________________________________ The 4th International Advanced Course & Symposium on Artificial Intelligence & Neuroscience, September 22-25, 2024, Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) Tuscany, Italy W: https://acain2024.icas.events E: acain(a)icas.cc FB: https://www.facebook.com/ACAIN.LakeDistrict/ Symposium Deadlines Paper Submission (Symposium): by Saturday March 23, 2024 (AoE). https://acain2024.icas.events/symposium-call-for-papers/ https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=acain2024 Notification of Decision for Papers (Symposium): by Wednesday July 10, 2024. Camera Ready Submission (Symposium): by Monday July 20, 2024. Author Registration (Symposium): by July 20, 2024. Regular Registration (Symposium): by Saturday March 23, 2024. Late Registration (Symposium): from Sunday March 24, 2024. Course Deadlines Regular Registration (Course): by Saturday March 23, 2024. https://acain2024.icas.events/registration/ Late Registration (Course): from Sunday March 24, 2024. Oral Presentation Submission (Course): by Saturday March 23, 2024. Notification of Decision for Oral Presentation (Course): by August 31, 2024. SCOPE & MOTIVATION: ACAIN 2024: AI meets Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Science The ACAIN 2024 symposium and course is an interdisciplinary event featuring leading scientists from AI and Neuroscience, providing a special opportunity to learn about cutting-edge research in the fields of AI, Neuroscience, Neuroscience-Inspired AI, Human-Level AI, and Cognitive Science. The 4th Advanced Course and Symposium on Artificial Intelligence & Neuroscience (ACAIN) is a full-immersion four-day Course and Symposium in Tuscany on cutting-edge advances in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience with lectures delivered by world-renowned experts. The Course provides a stimulating environment for academics, early career researchers, Post-Docs, PhD students and industry leaders. Participants will also have the chance to present their results with oral talks or posters, and to interact with their colleagues, in a convivial and productive environment. Two days of keynote talks and oral presentations, the ACAIN Symposium, (September 24-25), will be preceded by lectures of leading scientists, the ACAIN Course, (September 22-23). Bringing together AI and neuroscience promises to yield benefits for both fields. The future impact and progress in both AI and Neuroscience will strongly depend on continuous synergy, exchange, collaboration and efficient cooperation between the two research communities. These are the goals of the International Course and Symposium - ACAIN 2024, which is aimed both at AI experts with interests in Neuroscience and at neuroscientists with an interest in AI. ACAIN 2024 accepts rigorous research that promotes and fosters multidisciplinary interactions between artificial intelligence and neuroscience. The Advanced Course is suited for scholars, academics, early career researchers, Post-Docs, PhD students and industry leaders. The Event (Course and Symposium) will involve a total of 36-40 hours of lectures. Academically, this will be equivalent to 8 ECTS points for the PhD Students and the Master Students attending the Event. LECTURERS https://acain2024.icas.events/course-lecturers/ * Maria Eckstein, Google DeepMind, London, UK * Auke Jan Ijspeert, EPFL, Switzerland * Zeb Kurth-Nelson, Google DeepMind & UCL, London, UK * Loic Matthey, Google DeepMind, London, UK * Kevin J. Miller, DeepMind & UCL, London, UK * Thomas Parr, Oxford University, UK * Melika Payvand, Institute of Neuroinformatics, University of Zurich & ETH Zurich, Switzerland * Alessandro Treves, International School for Advanced Studies, Italy More Lecturers TBA COURSE DESCRIPTION: https://acain2024.icas.events/course-description/ SYMPOSIUM CALL FOR PAPERS: https://acain2024.icas.events/symposium-call-for-papers/ SYMPOSIUM PROGRAM COMMITTEE (partial list, confirmed members): https://acain2024.icas.events/program-committee/ ORGANIZING COMMITTEE: https://acain2024.icas.events/symposium-committee/ VENUE & ACCOMMODATION: https://acain2024.icas.events/venue/ ACAIN 2024 is a *Residential Conference*, all participants (invited speakers, authors, organizers, chairs, participants) must book and stay at the Riva del Sole Resort and Spa. No exceptions are allowed. https://lod2024.icas.events/lod-2024-a-residential-conference/ Riva del Sole Resort & SPA a: Località Riva del Sole - Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) CAP 58043, Tuscany - Italy p: +39-0564-928111 f: +39-0564-935607 e: booking.events(a)rivadelsole.it w: www.rivadelsole.it/en ACTIVITIES: https://acain2024.icas.events/activities/ REGISTRATION: https://acain2024.icas.events/registration/ See you in Tuscany in September! ACAIN 2024 Organizing Committee. E: acain(a)icas.cc W: https://acain2024.icas.events FB: https://www.facebook.com/ACAIN.LakeDistrict -- *7th Advanced Course on Data Science & Machine Learning - ACDL 2024,* 10-14 June Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) – Tuscany, Italy An Interdisciplinary Course: Big Data, Deep Learning & AI without Borders *Early Registration: by February 23, 2024 (AoE)* The Course is equivalent to 8 ECTS points for the PhD Students and the Master Students attending the Course. https://acdl2024.icas.events/ *10th International Conference on Learning, Optimization and Data – LOD 2024, *22–25 September Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) Tuscany, Italy https://lod2024.icas.events/ lod(a)icas.cc *Submission Deadline: March 23* *4th Advanced Course ** and Symposium **on Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience – ACAIN 2024,* 22–25 September Riva del Sole Resort & SPA, Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto) Tuscany, Italy https://acain2024.icas.events/ acain(a)icas.cc *Symposium Submission Deadline: March 23 * *Early Registration Deadline for the Course: March 23* The Course is equivalent to 8 ECTS points for the PhD Students and the Master Students attending the Course. *ICAS* *-* *The Interdisciplinary Centre of Advanced Studies* https://icas.cc/

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[CfP] AVI 2024 workshop 'Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems (DIGI-Teens 2024)'

by Luigi De Russis

** Apologies for cross-posting — deadline approaching (March, 31)** Call for Papers – Digital Wellbeing for Teens: Designing Educational Systems (DIGI-Teens 2024) AVI 2024 Workshop June 3-4 2024 – Arenzano (Genova), Italy More info: https://sites.google.com/view/digi-teens --- ABOUT THE WORKSHOP Recently, researchers have been examining the unforeseen issues caused by the excessive use of personal devices and online services, especially as companies increasingly employ "attention-capture" tactics like guilty-pleasure recommendations and automatic content playback. These strategies exploit users' psychological vulnerabilities, aiming to boost advertising revenue, resulting in tangible repercussions on users' perceived agency and often leading to a perceived lack of control over their technology use. These problems gave rise to a new kind of psychological "digital wellbeing," investigated in fields such as Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and psychology. Traditional strategies employed by practitioners and researchers involve the creation of Digital Self-Control Tools (DSCTs), i.e., mobile applications and browser extensions that empower users to monitor their usage patterns and implement interventions, such as timers and lock-out mechanisms, to self-regulate device usage. Yet, researchers and the users themselves are starting to warn that achieving digital wellbeing is a path of personal growth that requires education more than self-monitoring strategies. The objective of this workshop is to establish a venue for the academic and industrial communities to discuss ongoing research and ideas at the intersection of digital wellbeing and education, aiming to promote the development of strategies and tools to "teach" users – particularly children and teenagers – to use technology more meaningfully and consciously. This objective can be achieved in multiple ways, such as by creating novel DSCTs that include educational aspects, serious games, or collaborative platforms to introduce and support digital wellbeing learning at school. This workshop is part of the International Conference on Advanced Visual Interfaces (AVI 2024). CALL FOR PARTICIPATION We invite researchers and practitioners in interdisciplinary domains intersecting HCI, AI, psychology, design, and/or education to engage in dialog on the topics above. A key priority of our workshop will be to invite submissions from an intellectually diverse and global group of participants to further discussions on how appropriate human-centered design can contribute to digital wellbeing education. Prospective workshop participants are invited to submit a position paper (2-4 pages) describing and highlighting their contributions to the workshop topics. The topics of interest for the workshop include, but are not limited to: - participatory and co-design of digital wellbeing systems; - tools and strategies to teach digital wellbeing at school; - strategies and tools for measuring students’ digital wellbeing; - novel DSCTs that include educational aspects; - gamification strategies for digital wellbeing; - ethical, social, and political factors. WORKSHOP STRUCTURE This half-day workshop will be interactive and informal. It will combine presentations of accepted position papers with discussions and hands-on sessions, aimed at generating ideas for future research directions. The workshop is planned to be in-person, at the conference. Virtual participation will be made possible. AVI workshops are scheduled for either the 3rd or 4th of June, 2024. Please check back the workshop website soon for the exact dates and scheduling information. SUBMISSIONS Submissions of position papers should be of 2-4 pages, in the ACM Primary Article Submission Templates (single column, https://www.acm.org/publications/proceedings-template). PDFs of submissions can be emailed to Alberto Monge Roffarello (one of the organizers) at alberto.monge(a)polito.it. They will be reviewed by all organizers based on relevance, originality, and overall quality. Upon acceptance, at least one author of each accepted paper will be required to attend the workshop. Virtual participation will be made possible. All workshop participants will need to register for the workshop. Accepted and presented papers will be made available on CEUR Workshop Proceedings, if possible, while workshop results will be published on our website. Notifications will be mailed to the authors within 15 days of receipt (and no later than the date reported below). IMPORTANT DATES Submission deadline: 31 March 2024 Notification: 19 April 2024 Camera-ready: 05 May 2024 Registration due: 10 May 2024 WORKSHOP ORGANIZERS Alberto Monge Roffarello, Politecnico di Torino, Italy Luigi De Russis, Politecnico di Torino, Italy Chiara Ceccarini, Università di Bologna, Italy Catia Prandi, Università di Bologna, Italy

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[Call for Paper] Workshop Robots for Humans (R4H) @AVI 2024 - - Deadline extension until 10 April 2024

by Eleonora Zedda

We have extended the deadline for the workshop on Robots for Humans at AVI to 10 April. We are eager to learn about your work! *NEW*: Deadline extended to *10 April 2024* * * ############################################################# * Apologies for multiple copies. Please forward to anybody who might be interested, thanks * CALL FOR PAPERS 1st International Workshop Robots for Humans (R4H) Co-located within the 17th International Conference on Advanced Visual Interfaces (AVI2024) Arenzano (Genoa), Italy June 3rd or 4th 2024 Workshop website: https://r4h-workshop.github.io/ ############################################################# AIMS AND SCOPE The "Robots for Humans" (R4H) workshop bridges the Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) communities. With this workshop, we want to bring together these communities by highlighting the commonalities of the two, stressing their differences, and encouraging the contamination of their methods and results. We aim to do so by recognising that human beings can be the bridge between these two communities and the main objective for a human-centred design approach. With these reflections in mind, our workshop invites HCI and HRI researchers to develop proposals for theoretical, technical and design ideas that highlight thoughts on empowerment and the new challenges posed by the design of robots. We ask researchers to propose both perspectives: the utopian, which imagines ideal scenarios, and the dystopian, which explores potential challenges, reflecting on the role of artefact design and interaction in shaping these visions. Join us to explore the intricate bond between humans and robots for thoughtful HRI advancements. ############################################################# TOPICS Topics included in the workshop, but not limited to, are the following: HCI theories and methods and novel approaches applied to HRI, Cognitive Architectures for HRI. Concept papers on the role of technology and robots in empowering or challenging human well-being. Empirical studies for human empowerment with technology (e.g., SAR, Health care, educational context). Participatory design approaches for HRI applications (e.g., user-centred design for computer and robotic applications, human-centred, and interaction-based design) Research methods and challenges for different contexts (e.g., assistive and education) in the HRI field. Interaction with virtual or physical embodied agents, human factors and human-in-the-loop in HRI, group dynamics in HRI. Design relationship between humans and robots (multi-modal communication, robot personalities, gender robotics, empathy). Diversity, power dynamics, gender, racism, social stereotypes and vulnerable targets of users in HRI. Trust, acceptance and explainability in HRI; personalisation and end-user development of robot applications. Ethical issues (e.g. privacy, misuse and abusive interactions), social risks and fairness in HRI. ############################################################# ORGANISATION AND DURATION We plan to conduct a half-day workshop including the following activities: Welcome and opening (10 min.). Keynote speaker: Dr Giulia Perugia (confirmed) (30 min.) and Q&A (10 min.). Papers/Poster presentations (1.15 min.). Coffee Break (15 min). Focus groups (60 min.) moderated by Dr Carlo Mazzola. Closing remarks (15 min.). The workshop is planned to be in-person. Participants will propose discussion topics for a focus group session in the workshop's second part. Led by moderators, subgroups will facilitate idea exchange in designing HRI applications. Participants will then identify the most significant topics for the workshop at the session's conclusion. AVI workshops are scheduled for either the 3rd or 4th of June, 2024. Please check back the workshop website soon for the exact dates and scheduling information. ############################################################# SUBMISSION AND EVALUATION CRITERIA Workshop participants are invited to submit a position papers (max 6 pages excluding references) The accepted papers will be published in the workshop’s proceedings on CEUR Workshop Proceedings (http://ceur-ws.org/), indexed by Scopus. All submissions should be submitted by mail to r4hworkshop(a)gmail.com in PDF format using the “CEUR Template”: https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/CEURART.zip. An Overleaf page for LaTeX users is also available at: https://www.overleaf.com/read/gwhxnqcghhdt All submissions will be subjected to a thorough peer-review process, focusing on originality, quality, soundness, and relevance. The workshop will use a double-blind review process, with three members of the program committee reviewing each submitted paper. Upon acceptance, at least one author of each accepted paper will be required to attend the workshop. Selected accepted papers will be considered for publication in a Special Issue of a relevant human-robot interaction journal. ############################################################# IMPORTANT DATES _New Submission Deadline_: 27 March *10 April 2024* Notification of Acceptance: 23 April 2024 Camera Ready: 03 May 2024 Registration deadline: 10 May 2024 ############################################################# WORKSHOP ORGANIZERS Francesca Cocchella, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (Italy) Omar Eldardeer, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (Italy) Marco Manca, Institute of Information Science and Technologies "Alessandro Faedo" (ISTI) - National Research Council of Italy (CNR) (Italy) Marco Matarese, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (Italy) Andrea Rezzani, Free University of Bolzano (Italy) Eleonora Zedda, Institute of Information Science and Technologies "Alessandro Faedo" (ISTI) - National Research Council of Italy (CNR) (Italy)

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[Call for Paper] AVI 2024 Workshop "Cyber Security Education for Industry and Academia" (CSE4IA'24)

by Federica Caruso

* Apologies for multiple copies. Please forward to anybody who might be interested, thanks * ############################################################# CALL FOR PAPERS 2nd International Workshop on Cyber Security Education for Industry and Academia Co-located within the 17th International Conference on Advanced Visual Interfaces (AVI2024) Arenzano (Genoa), Italy June 3rd or 4th 2024 More info: https://sites.google.com/view/cse4ia-2024/home ############################################################# AIMS AND SCOPE The aim of this workshop is to provide a forum for researchers and practitioners to present and discuss current challenges in cybersecurity education to train future cybersecurity professionals but also to be able to train employees of private and public industries on real-world cybersecurity scenarios. We expect that the workshop will help with: - the adoption of methodologies, techniques, and tools that support cybersecurity education and the design of cybersecurity-related training programs; - the identification of methods and tools to support Industry and Academia to collaborate in cybersecurity education; - the identification of new processes, methods, and techniques to empower end-users development to set, modify, and increase the security of their technological solutions; - the proposition of reference taxonomies to characterize the common understanding of the relevant roles, competencies, skills, and knowledge required; - the design of new techniques to develop cybersecurity competencies for professionals aligned with the European Cybersecurity Skills Framework. ############################################################# TOPICS The topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: - Leveraging Technology for Enhanced Learning in Cybersecurity - Personalized Learning in Cybersecurity Education - AI-Driven Cybersecurity Education - Generative AI in Cybersecurity Education - Explainable AI for Cybersecurity - Immersive Virtual Reality for Cybersecurity Education - Augmented Reality in Cybersecurity Education - Game-based approaches in Cybersecurity Education - Artistic Approaches to Cybersecurity Education - Designing Tools and Frameworks for Cybersecurity Education - Contextual Methodologies for Cybersecurity Education - Innovative Technologies for Professional Cybersecurity Competencies - Explainable Security in Public Administration - Human, Economic, Ethical, and Legal Aspects in Cybersecurity Education - Innovative Training Programs for Cybersecurity Education - Empowering Users in Technology Creation with Cybersecurity Considerations - Warning dialogues for Cybersecurity - Human Factors for Cybersecurity - Case Studies on Cybersecurity Challenges and Practices - Data Visualization in Cybersecurity - Accessibility in Cybersecurity Tools and Education - User Behavior Analysis in Cybersecurity - Conversational Interface in Cybersecurity Education ############################################################# SUBMISSION AND EVALUATION CRITERIA We will consider two different types of submissions: - Regular papers will be up to 10 pages (excluding references) and will report original research on how cybersecurity and education can support Academia and Industry to reduce the gap between demand (workplace, recruitment) and supply (qualification, training); - Extended Abstracts will be up to 4 pages (excluding references) and will report novel ideas about the application of the role of cybersecurity education in Academia and Industry. Both types of submissions, if accepted, will be part of the workshop proceedings (CEUR-WS). All submissions should be submitted through Easychair (https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=cse4ia0) in PDF format using the “CEUR Template”: https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-XXX/CEURART.zip. An Overleaf page for LaTeX users is also available at: https://www.overleaf.com/read/gwhxnqcghhdt All submissions will be subjected to a thorough peer-review process, focusing on originality, quality, soundness, and relevance. The workshop will use a double-blind review process, with three members of the program committee reviewing each submitted paper. Upon acceptance, at least one author of each accepted paper will be required to attend the workshop. Virtual participation will be made possible. Selected accepted papers will be considered for publication in a Special Issue of a relevant cybersecurity and human-computer interaction journal. ############################################################# IMPORTANT DATES Submission deadline: 27th March 2024 Notification: 19th April 2024 Camera-ready: 5th May 2024 Registration due: 10th May 2024 ############################################################# WORKSHOP ORGANIZERS Vita Santa Barletta - Department of Computer Science, University of Bari, IT (vita.barletta(a)uniba.it) Federica Caruso - Department of Information Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics, University of L’Aquila, IT (federica.caruso1(a)univaq.it) Tania Di Mascio - Department of Information Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics, University of L’Aquila, IT (tania.dimascio(a)univaq.it) Francesco Greco - Department of Computer Science, University of Bari, IT (francesco.greco(a)uniba.it) Tasmina Islam - Department of Informatics, King's College London, UK (tasmina.islam(a)kcl.ac.uk) Veronica Rossano - Department of Computer Science, University of Bari, IT (veronica.rossano(a)uniba.it) Hannan Xiao - Department of Informatics, King's College London, UK (Hannah.xiao(a)kcl.ac.uk)

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[CFP] IEEE Special Session on “eXtended Reality as a gateway to the Metaverse: Practices, Theories, Technologies and Applications” (IEEE MetroXRAINE 2024)

by Giuseppe Caggianese

Dear Colleagues, There is still time to submit your contribution to the special session on "eXtended Reality as a gateway to the Metaverse: Practices, Theories, Technologies and Applications". The extended deadline of *March 29* is for submitting a 1-2 page Abstract or a Graphical Abstract to show your proposed idea. Then, you will have time to finalize your work by the deadline of *May 15*. Conference: IEEE International Conference on Metrology for eXtended Reality, Artificial Intelligence, and Neural Engineering (IEEE MetroXRAINE 2024) October 21-23, 2024 - St Albans, London, UK - https://metroxraine.org/ Please see the CfP below for details and forward it to colleagues who might be interested in contributing to this special session. I am excited to meet you at IEEE MetroXRAINE 2024. Best regards, Giuseppe Caggianese ==================================================================================== Call for Papers - Special Session on: “EXTENDED REALITY AS A GATEWAY TO THE METAVERSE: PRACTICES, THEORIES, TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS” https://metroxraine.org/special-session-6 2024 IEEE International Conference on Metrology for eXtended Reality, Artificial Intelligence, and Neural Engineering (IEEE MetroXRAINE 2024) https://metroxraine.org/ October 21-23, 2024 - St Albans, London, UK. ==================================================================================== SPECIAL SESSION DESCRIPTION ------------------------- The fast development of Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) solutions over the last few years are transforming how people interact, work, and communicate. The eXtended Reality (XR) term encloses all those immersive technologies that can shift the boundaries between digital and physical worlds to realize the metaverse. According to tech companies and venture capitalists, the metaverse will be a super-platform that convenes sub-platforms: social media, online video games, and ease-of-life apps, all accessible through the same digital space and sharing the same digital economy. Inside the metaverse, virtual worlds will allow avatars to carry out all human endeavours, including creation, display, entertainment, social, and trading. Thus, the metaverse will evolve how users interact with brands, intellectual properties, health services, cultural heritage, and each other things on the Internet. A user could join friends to play a multiplayer game, watch a movie via a streaming service and then attend a university course precisely the same as in the real world. The metaverse development will require new software architecture that will enable decentralized and collaborative virtual worlds. These self-organized virtual worlds will be permanent and will require maintenance operations. In addition, it will be necessary to design an efficient data management system and prevent privacy violations. Finally, the convergence of physical reality, virtually enhanced, and an always-on virtual space highlighted the need to rethink the actual paradigms for visualization, interaction, and sharing of digital information, moving toward more natural, intuitive, dynamically customizable, multimodal, and multi-user solutions. This special session aims to focus on exploring how the realization of the metaverse can transform certain application domains such us: (i) healthcare, in which the metaverse solutions can, for instance, improve the communication between patients and physicians; (ii) cultural heritage, with potentially more effective solutions for tourism guidance, site maintenance, and heritage object conservation; and (iii) industry, where to enable data-driven decision making, smart maintenance, and overall asset optimisation. More information can be found here: https://metroxraine.org/special-session-6 TOPICS ---------- The topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: - Hardware/Software Architectures for metaverse - Decentralized and Collaborative Architectures for metaverse - Interoperability for metaverse - Tools to help creators to build the metaverse - Operations and Maintenance in metaverse - Data security and privacy mechanisms for metaverse - Cryptocurrency, token, NFT Solutions for metaverse - Fraud-Detection in metaverse - Cyber Security for metaverse - Data Analytics to Identify Malicious Behaviors in metaverse - Blockchain/AI technologies in metaverse - Emerging Technologies and Applications for metaverse - New models to evaluate the impact of the metaverse - Interactive Data Exploration and Presentation in metaverse - Human-Computer Interaction for metaverse - Human factors issues related to metaverse - Proof-of-Concept in Metaverse: Experimental Prototyping and Testbeds IMPORTANT DATES ------------------------ Abstract Submission Deadline: March 29, 2024 (extended) Final Paper Submission Deadline: May 15, 2024 (extended) Full Paper Acceptance Notification: June 15, 2024 Final Paper Submission Deadline: July 31, 2024 SUBMISSION AND DECISIONS ------------------------ Authors should prepare an Abstract (1 - 2 pages) that clearly indicates the originality of the contribution and the relevance of the work. The Abstract should include the title of the paper, names and affiliations of the authors, an abstract, keywords, an introduction describing the nature of the problem, a description of the contribution, the results achieved and their applicability. As an alternative to the traditional abstract, it is possible to submit a Graphical Abstract. For further information, please see here: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions. When the first review process has been completed, authors receive a notification of either acceptance or rejection of the submission. If the abstract has been accepted, the authors can prepare a full paper. The format for the full paper is identical to the format for the abstract except for the number of pages: the full paper has a required minimum length of five (5) pages and a maximum of six (6) pages. Full Papers will be reviewed by the Technical Program Committee. Authors of accepted full papers must submit the final paper version according to the deadline, register for the workshop, and attend to present their papers. The maximum length for final papers is 6 pages. All contributions will be peer-reviewed and acceptance will be based on quality, originality and relevance. Accepted papers will be submitted for inclusion into IEEE Xplore Digital Library. Submissions must be written in English and prepared according to the IEEE Conference Proceedings template. LaTeX and Word templates and an Overleaf sample project can be found at: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions. The papers must be submitted in PDF format electronically via EDAS online submission and review system: https://edas.info/newPaper.php?c=30746. To submit abstracts or draft papers to the special session, please follow the submission instructions for regular sessions, but remind to specify the special session to which the paper is directed. The special session organizers and other external reviewers will review all submissions. More information can be found here: https://metroxraine.org/initial-author-instructions CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS ----------------------------------- All contributions will be peer-reviewed, and acceptance will be based on quality, originality, and relevance. Accepted papers will be submitted for inclusion into the IEEE Xplore Digital Library. Extended versions of presented papers are eligible for post-publication; more information will be provided soon. ORGANIZERS ------------- Giuseppe Caggianese National Research Council of Italy giuseppe.caggianese(a)cnr.it Nicola Capece University of Basilicata nicola.capece(a)unibas.it Luigi Gallo National Research Council of Italy luigi.gallo(a)cnr.it For any questions related to the special session, please feel free to contact us via email.

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