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1 CALL FOR PAPERS ECOSUD 2009: A unique forum for the presentation and discussion of recent work on different aspects of ecosystems and sustainable development. Seventh International Conference on Ecosystems and Sustainable Development Incorporating The Prigogine Awards 2009 The historic hilltop Chianciano 8-10 July 2009 Chianciano Terme, Italy WESSEX INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Advancing International Knowledge Transfer ORGANISED BY: Wessex Institute of Technology, UK University of Siena, Italy IN COLLABORATION WITH: The International Journal of Design and Nature and Ecodynamics

OBJECTIVES ECOSUD 2009 is the 7th International Conference in the well-established series on Ecosystems and Sustainable Development.

ECOSUD is a challenge for the creation of a new science in line with Prigogine s statement that at all levels we observe events associated with the emergence of novelties and narrative elements,

ECOSUD is not only a forestage to present novel research related to ecological problems from all over the world; it also gives opportunities for new emergent ideas in science arising from the cross

2 OBJECTIVES ECOSUD 2009 is the 7th International Conference in the well-established series on Ecosystems and Sustainable Development. The meetings provide a unique forum for the presentation and discussion of recent work on different aspects of ecosystems and sustainable development, including physical sciences and modelling. ECOSUD is a challenge for the creation of a new science in line with Prigogine s statement that at all levels we observe events associated with the emergence of novelties and narrative elements, which we may associate with the creative power of nature. ECOSUD is not only a forestage to present novel research related to ecological problems from all over the world; it also gives opportunities for new emergent ideas in science arising from the cross fertilization of different disciplines including mathematical models and eco-informatics, evolutionary thermodynamics and biodiversity, structures in ecosystems modelling and landscapes to mention but a few. The aim of the Conference is to encourage and facilitate the interdisciplinary communication between scientists, engineers, economists and professionals working in ecological systems and sustainable development. Emphasis will be given to those areas that will most benefi t from the application of scientifi c methods for sustainable development, including the conservation of natural systems around the world. The Conference objectives have evolved over the years, seeking to integrate thermodynamics, ecology and economics into ecodynamics. This successful series fi rst started in Peniscola, Spain (1997); and continued in Lemnos, Greece (1999); Alicante, Spain (2001); Siena, Italy (2003); Cadiz, Spain (2005); and Coimbra, Portugal (2007). PLEASE PASS THESE DETAILS ON TO OTHER INTERESTED COLLEAGUES WHO SHOULD ATTEND ECOSUD 2009 will be of interest to scientists, engineers and professionals working in the areas of ecological systems and sustainable development. CONFERENCE CHAIRMEN C A Brebbia, Wessex Institute of Technology, UK E Tiezzi, University of Siena, Italy INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE P Amrusch, University of Vienna, Austria C Booth, University of Wolverhampton, UK T Chon, Pusan National University, Korea M da Conceicao, University of Coimbra, Portugal M Fullen, University of Wolverhampton, UK A Gnauck, Brandenburg University of Technology, Germany R Lilieholm, University of Maine, USA U Mander, University of Tartu, Estonia JC Marques, University of Coimbra, Portugal B Patten, University of Georgia, USA A Tadeu, University of Coimbra, Portugal W Timmermans, Alterra, The Netherlands R Ulanowicz, University of Maryland System, USA Y Villacampa, University of Alicante, Spain OPEN-ACCESS WIT Press is committed to Open-Access. We strongly believe that removing barriers to research published online will greatly aid progress in many scientifi c and technical disciplines. PUBLICATION OF PAPERS All papers presented at ECOSUD 2009 and published in the associated proceedings are reviewed by members of the International Scientific Committee and other colleagues in the field. In addition to being available to delegates at the time of registration, the book will be publicised directly to researchers and institutional libraries and distributed worldwide through the international book trade. Papers presented at ECOSUD will be published by WIT Press in a volume of WIT Transactions on Ecology and the Environment (ISSN: ). Papers presented at ECOSUD 2009 will also be permanently archived online in the Transactions of the Wessex Institute Collection in a volume of WIT Transactions on Ecology and the Environment ( [ISSN: ]). The Collection provides the international scientifi c community with immediate access to individual papers presented at WIT conferences. Papers presented at Wessex Institute Conferences are referenced by Crossref and regularly appear in notable reviews, publications and databases including Scopus, Compendex, ISI Web of Knowledge, Index to Scientifi c&technical Proceedings, ProQuest and Scitech Book News. All conference books are archived in the British Library and American Library of Congress. WIT Press is committed to Open Access and offers authors the option to make their work freely accessible to their colleagues through the Transactions of the E-Library. The conference books published by WIT Press continue to sell for a long time after the meeting has taken place. This is another demonstration of the prestige the scientifi c community attributes to the meetings organised by the Wessex Institute of Technology. View Transactions of the Wessex Institute Collection at:

For the sixth year running, a special medal has been instituted by the University of Siena and the Wessex Institute of Technology (WIT) in honour of the late Professor

The 2009 award ceremony will be held during the ECOSUD 2009 Conference.

The Prigogine Award was instigated in 2004 by the University of Siena and the Wessex Institute of Technology to honour the memory of Prof Ilya Prigogine, Nobel Prize

Prigogine was awarded the Nobel Prize for his contribution to non-equilibrium thermodynamics, particularly the theory of dissipative structures.

The results of his work have had profound consequences for understanding biological and ecological systems.

The Award and Medal are given annually to a leading scientist in the fi eld of ecological systems of Ecodynamics.

Tiezzi of the University of Siena, Professor Bernard Patten of the University of Georgia and Professor Robert E. Ulanowicz of the University of Maryland respectively.

uk/conferences/2004/sustainablecity04 Detail of the 2005 Award Ceremony can be found at: www.wessex.ac.

3 For the sixth year running, a special medal has been instituted by the University of Siena and the Wessex Institute of Technology (WIT) in honour of the late Professor Prigogine s Nobel Prize in Chemistry. The medal features the name of Prigogine and the symbol for bifurcation, to represent his distinctive work on ecodynamics. The 2009 award ceremony will be held during the ECOSUD 2009 Conference. PRIGOGINE AWARDS 2009 Professor Bernard Patten, Professor Sven Jorgensen, Professor Enzo Tiezzi and Professor Carlos Brebbia Professor Ilya Prigogine, Nobel Prize Winner The Prigogine Award was instigated in 2004 by the University of Siena and the Wessex Institute of Technology to honour the memory of Prof Ilya Prigogine, Nobel Prize Winner for Chemistry and, in the words of Enzo Tiezzi, the greatest scientist of the 20 th Century. Prigogine was awarded the Nobel Prize for his contribution to non-equilibrium thermodynamics, particularly the theory of dissipative structures. The main theme of his scientific work was the rule of time in the physical sciences and biology. The results of his work have had profound consequences for understanding biological and ecological systems. Prigogine s ideas established the basis for ecological systems research. The Award and Medal are given annually to a leading scientist in the fi eld of ecological systems of Ecodynamics. The recipients of the Senior Researcher Awards in 2004, 2005,2006 and 2007 were Professor Sven Jorgensen of the Pharmaceutical University of Denmark, Professor Enzo Tiezzi of the University of Siena, Professor Bernard Patten of the University of Georgia and Professor Robert E. Ulanowicz of the University of Maryland respectively. Previous Ceremonies See the following web page for details of the 2004 Award Ceremony: Detail of the 2005 Award Ceremony can be found at: Details about The Sustainable City 2006, including the Award Ceremony are available at: / city06 The 2008 prize was presented Sustainable City 2008 held in Skiathos, Greece. Details available at: www. wessex.ac.uk/conferences/2007/eco07 Professor Robert E. Ulanowicz s Keynote Address at the 2007 Awards Ceremony NOMINATIONS The medal will be awarded to a Senior researcher, selected in advance by the Committee and invited to give the Keynote Address at the conference. Nominations should be sent to the address below: Professor C A Brebbia, Director Nominations for Prigogine Award Wessex institute of Technology Ashurst Lodge, Ashurst Southampton SO40 7AA, UK Tel: 44 (0) Fax: 44 (0) carlos@wessex.ac.uk

4 ABSTRACT SUBMISSION FORM ECOSUD 2009: 8-10 July 2009, Chianciano Terme, Italy CALL FOR PAPERS Papers are invited on the topics outlined and others falling within the scope of the meeting. Abstracts of no more than 300 words should be submitted as soon as possible. We strongly encourage the submission of abstracts electronically. CONFERENCE TOPICS Thermodynamics and ecology Sustainability indicators Mathematical and system modelling Ecosystems modelling Biodiversity Sustainability development studies Conservation and management of ecological areas Socio-Economic factors Energy conservation and generation Environmental and ecological policies Environmental management Environmental risk Natural resources management Recovery of damaged areas Biological aspects Complexity Remote sensing Landscapes and forestation issues Soil and agricultural issues Water resources Sustainable waste management Air pollution and its effects on ecosystems Abstracts should clearly state the purpose, results and conclusions of the work to be described in the final paper. Final acceptance will be based on the full-length paper, which if accepted for publication, must be presented at the conference. To be fair to all participants, each registered delegate will only be able to submit one paper. The language of the conference will be English. ABSTRACT SUBMISSION Submission Please submit your abstract with ECOSUD 2009 in the subject line. Include your name, full address and conference topics. Web Submission Fax Submission Fax: 44 (0) Fax one copy of your abstract with this completed Enquiry Form. Mail Submission Mail: Irene Moreno, Conference Secretariat, ECOSUD 2009, Wessex Institute of Technology, Ashurst Lodge, Ashurst, Southampton, SO40 7AA, UK. Please mail a copy of your abstract with this completed Enquiry Form. Telephone: 44 (0) YOUR DETAILS Title (Prof/Dr/Mr/Mrs/Ms)... Initials... Surname... Organisation... Address Postcode/Zip... Country... Telephone... Fax I suggest this announcement should also be sent to: Title:...Initials... Surname By completing this form, we understand that you are agreeable to receiving further information on this event and other activities which we believe will interest you. We will not disclose this information to third parties. Please indicate your intention below: I intend to submit a paper and present it. I intend to participate in the conference, but will not be submitting a paper. I am interested in renting display space.

CHIANCIANO TERME, ITALY Nestled amongst the rolling hills and lakes of Southern Tuscany in Italy, the medieval town of Chianciano Terme is home to Renaissance architecture, beautiful castles and

5 CHIANCIANO TERME, ITALY Nestled amongst the rolling hills and lakes of Southern Tuscany in Italy, the medieval town of Chianciano Terme is home to Renaissance architecture, beautiful castles and churches, and typical rustic Italian cuisine. Established by the Etruscans, under Roman rule the town was renowned for its thermal waters and since has become an acclaimed Spa town. Today the city is composed of two contrasting parts, the historic hilltop Chianciano Vecchia, and the modern spa resort of Terme, both within a short distance of the stunning natural waterfalls and picturesque Italian villages for which the area is famed. Photograph courtesy of ApT Chianciano Terme CONFERENCE VENUE ECOSUD 2009 will take place in the Grand Hotel Excelsior in Chianciano Terme. The Grand Excelsior is a traditional style hotel in the heart of the city, set within attractive grounds and close to all city-centre amenities. Further details regarding local attractions, accommodation booking and travel directions will be available closer to the time of the conference. GETTING TO CHIANCIANO Chianciano Terme is best reached via the Italian cities of Rome, Florence and Pisa. By Air and Rail: Flights from a wide range of European and International destinations arrive frequently in Rome, Florence and Pisa, where is it easy to connect by rail or road to Chianciano Terme. In addition, rail services from most major European cities including Paris, Basel and Munich connect to Florence and Rome. Direct trains take only an hour to reach Chinsi-Chianciano Terme station from Rome and Florence, where buses and taxis are available for the 10km journey to the town centre. From Pisa, rail connections to Florence and Siena offer onward services to Chinsi-Chianciano Terme and nearby Montepulciano Stazione. By Road: Chianciano Terme is ideally situated for travel by road from Italy s International Airports as well as other European cities, as it is close to the A1 Autostrada del Sole connecting Rome with Milan. The motorway passes close to Pisa, Florence and Rome airports, ideal for those who wish to hire a car at the airport. The exit for Chianciano Terme is clearly signposted, and the short journey to the town follows a picturesque route through the beautiful Tuscan countryside. ABSTRACT/PAPER SUBMISSION Abstract (300 words): Submit to Conference Secretariat as indicated on the Enquiry Form. Paper Submission: Date to be advised after submission of abstracts. WESSEX INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY The Wessex Institute of Technology (WIT) is an International Centre for Knowledge Transfer that fosters a number of key programmes within the research community. The excellent reputation of the WIT Conference Programme held in different parts of the world continues to grow. This is just one of the initiatives offered by the Institute. Other activities include: Graduate Programmes at Master and PhD level. Advanced Research. Publications, including books and journals. E-Publishing comprising the Transactions and other journals of Wessex Institute. Services to industry. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION VISIT CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT Irene Moreno Conference Secretariat ECOSUD 2009 WESSEX INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Ashurst Lodge, Ashurst Southampton SO40 7AA, UK Tel: + 44 (0) Fax: + 44 (0) imoreno@wessex.ac.uk PLEASE PASS THESE DETAILS ON TO OTHER INTERESTED COLLEAGUES

International Journal of Design and Nature and Ecodynamics An International Forum for Interdisciplinary Communication JOURNAL OBJECTIVES The International Journal of Design & Nature and Ecodynamics

Throughout history, many leading thinkers have been inspired by the parallels between nature and human design.

molecular level of genetics. In particular, they have demonstrated the rich diversity of the natural world.

today. It is the intention of the Journal to cover all aspects of ecosystems and sustainable development, ranging from physical sciences to economics and epistemiology.

The objective of the Journal is to encourage and facilitate inter-disciplinary communication between scientists in different disciplines, as well as other professionals in academia, research

JOURNAL THEMES Papers on the following topics that are in accordance with the aims and objectives of the Journal are welcome: Design and Nature Nature and architectural design Thermodynamics in

6 International Journal of Design and Nature and Ecodynamics An International Forum for Interdisciplinary Communication JOURNAL OBJECTIVES The International Journal of Design & Nature and Ecodynamics acts as a forum for researchers from around the world working on a variety of studies involving nature and its signifi cance to modern scientifi c thought and design. Throughout history, many leading thinkers have been inspired by the parallels between nature and human design. Today, the huge increase in biological knowledge and developments in design and systems, together with the virtual revolution in computer power and simulation modelling have all made possible more comprehensive studies of nature. Scientists now have at their disposal a vast array of relationships resulting in laws that have been painstakingly assembled by observation and analysis and span the cosmic scale of space down to the molecular level of genetics. In particular, they have demonstrated the rich diversity of the natural world. Ecodynamics aims to relate ecosystems to evolutionary thermodynamics in order to arrive at satisfactory solutions for sustainable development which is the most important challenge facing society today. It is the intention of the Journal to cover all aspects of ecosystems and sustainable development, ranging from physical sciences to economics and epistemiology. The International Journal of Design & Nature and Ecodynamics opens new avenues for understanding the relationship between arts and sciences. The objective of the Journal is to encourage and facilitate inter-disciplinary communication between scientists in different disciplines, as well as other professionals in academia, research institutions or industry, working on a variety of studies involving nature. JOURNAL THEMES Papers on the following topics that are in accordance with the aims and objectives of the Journal are welcome: Design and Nature Nature and architectural design Thermodynamics in nature Evolutionary thermodynamics Eco-Informatics Natural materials in engineering Mechanics in nature Dynamic modelling and ecosystems Indicators Biosciences Natural resources management Environmental assessment and risk Assessment and management of biodiversity Epistemology Energy conservation and generation Solutions from nature Sustainability studies Social and political sciences Architecture and the built environment Economics Art and aesthetics Philosophy and related sciences HONORARY EDITOR The late Professor I. Prigogine, Nobel Prize in Chemistry EDITORS C A Brebbia, Wessex Institute of Technology, UK E. Tiezzi, University of Siena, Italy S E Jørgensen, University of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Denmark T Chon, Pusan National University, Korea B Patten, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA S C Burgess, University of Bristol, UK J A Bryant, University of Exeter, UK M Atherton, Brunel University, UK To submit a paper, authors are requested to contact: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DESIGN AND NATURE AND ECODYNAMICS WIT Press, Ashurst Lodge, Southampton SO40 7AA, UK. Tel: 44 (0) Fax: 44 (0) carlos@witpress.com Web:

14-16 April 2010 La Coruña, Spain

CALL FOR PAPERS Sixth International Conference on Urban Regeneration and Sustainability 14-16 April 2010 La Coruña, Spain ORGANISED BY: University of La Coruña, Spain Wessex Institute of Technology, UK