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  • CALL FOR PAPERS: COMPUTER METHODS IN BIOMECHANICS

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    CALL FOR PAPERS
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    SECOND INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON

    COMPUTER METHODS IN
    BIOMECHANICS
    &
    BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING

    21- 24 SEPTEMBER 1994
    MARRIOTT HOTEL, SWANSEA, WALES, UK

    in collaboration with
    UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF SWANSEA, SWANSEA, UK
    UNIVERSITY OF WALES COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, CARDIFF, UK
    ================================================== ========

    The Symposium organisers are pleased to invite original
    abstracts for the second international symposium on
    computer methods in biomechanics and biomedical
    engineering. Special emphasis will be placed on
    computer applications which promote biomechanics and
    biomedical engineering practice and furthermore
    encourage cross-fertilisation between the many disciplines
    associated with this subject.

    SCOPE AND OBJECTIVES OF THE SYMPOSIUM
    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
    The objective of this Symposium, the second in the series,
    is to focus on the rapid progress and advances being made
    in computer modelling applied to the study of biomechanics
    and biomedical engineering. The meeting will provide a
    forum for leading researchers, scientists, clinicians and
    surgeons who are interested in this expanding field.
    Primary interest will be placed on prosthesis design and
    response, joint and bone mechanics and hard/soft tissue
    analysis. Modelling of the mechanical response of
    biomaterials, behavior of coatings, mechanics of
    tissues, computer implementation, finite element analysis
    and experimental verification of computer models will
    also be reviewed. It is also a prime objective of the
    meeting to highlight areas of future potential and to
    promote closer international collaboration with those
    involved in the significant advances that are taking place
    in computer applications in this expanding field of
    study.

    FORMAT
    -------------
    The format of the meeting will consist of invited lectures
    presented by distinguished contributors from the field
    of biomechanics and biomedical engineering. These will be
    complemented by presentations given by the Symposium
    participants. Papers presented by young researchers are
    encouraged. In this way it is envisaged that the present
    state of knowledge, emerging technologies and
    collaboration between scientists, engineers, clinicians and
    biomedical practioners can be improved and experiences
    shared.

    SYMPOSIUM TOPICS
    ----------------------------------
    Suggested topics for presentation are as follows, and new
    and recent advances associated with these areas of research
    and application will be especially welcome . Also
    particular consideration will be given to papers where the
    emphasis is placed on the integration of computer
    technology, numerical methods and biomedical science.

    o Material modelling, characterisation, response and
    mechanical behaviour of bone structures

    o Theoretical and numerical approaches for adaptive
    bone/tissue remodelling including cell mechanics

    o Implant/bone response and interaction, surface coatings,
    corrosion, resorption and lubrication

    o Design, assessment and performance of implants and
    fixation devices including metal/ceramic and
    cemented/non-cemented systems

    o Hard/soft tissue analysis and response, joint/ligament
    mechanics and replacement systems

    o Dental and orthodontic mechanics, modelling of dental
    materials, cements, ceramics, plastics and metals

    o Computer methods for the assessment of prosthesis design
    and response

    o Mesh generation/adaption, geometrical modelling of
    surfaces, image analysis and software interfaces

    o Modelling of human body impact, damage, fracture and
    fracture repair

    o Validation and accuracy of numerical/experimental models,
    testing procedures,experimental methods and material
    identification

    SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACTS
    ------------------------------------------------
    Contributed papers will be selected on the basis of
    submitted abstracts which should be in English and
    are not to exceed 300 words(with one page of figures if
    appropriate).

    ABSTRACTS ARE INVITED BY 31st MAY, 1994 and authors will be
    informed of acceptance by 30th June,1994 at which time
    formatted papers for final preparation of the manuscripts
    will be supplied.

    SYMPOSIUM PROCEEDINGS
    ----------------------------------------------
    Abstracts will be reviewed by the advisory panel for
    acceptance and these will be published in the Symposium
    Proceedings which will be available 4-6 months after the
    Symposium. Manuscripts will be prepared as camera-ready
    copy, to formatted instructions, and are to be
    returned by 20th August 1994. Final papers will be a maximum
    length of 10 pages and authors will be required to sign
    a copyright release form. Abstracts of papers will be
    available to participants at the meeting.

    LOCATION AND SOCIAL EVENTS
    ----------------------------------------------------
    The Symposium will be held at the Swansea Marriott Hotel****
    which is within Swansea's new Maritime Quarter. The
    location is within one mile of Swansea's University
    campus and is centrally located with good travel links to
    UK/London/Europe and International Airports. A social
    programme will be arranged for delegates and
    companions and will include Reception, Symposium
    Banquet and traditional Celtic entertainment. A tour of
    local Castles and museums is also planned.

    ACCOMMODATION
    ------------------------------
    A block reservation at discount prices (approx stlg50 per room
    per night) has been obtained at the Marriott Hotel, Swansea,
    and participants are advised to take advantage of this
    offer. To make reservations contact 'The Swansea Marriott,
    Maritime Quarter, Swansea, SA1 3SS, UK. Tel. +44 792
    642020, Fax. +44 792 650345, or for further information
    on student accommodation please contact the organisers.

    WORKSHOP-DEMONSTRATION SESSIONS
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    A workshop and demonstration session of
    software/hardware/products for biomedical applications will
    also be organised as an integral part of the meeting. Also
    participants will be given the opportunity to take part
    in this session by providing their own
    poster/workshop demonstrations. This facility is also
    available to companies, laboratories and other
    organisations wishing to participate.

    SYMPOSIUM FEES
    ------------------------------
    The registration fees, inclusive of reception,
    lunches, banquet, proceedings and social programme are as
    follows:

    AUTHORS..............................stlg300.00
    DELEGATES............................stlg350.00
    STUDENTS.............................stlg200.00
    Cheques should be made payable, through a UK Bank,
    to: 'BIOCOMP RESEARCH' and forwarded to the correspondence
    address.

    SYMPOSIUM CO-ORDINATORS
    --------------------------------------------------
    J. MIDDLETON, G.N. PANDE
    University College of Swansea, UK

    M. L. JONES
    University of Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff, UK

    TECHNICAL ADVISORY PANEL
    -------------------------------------------------
    R.T. Hart Tulane, USA
    R. Huiskes Nijmegen, The Netherlands
    I. Knet Riga, Latvia
    A.J.C. Lee Exeter, UK
    K. Morgan Swansea, UK
    A.N. Natali Padova, Italy
    B.R. Simon Arizona, USA
    N.G. Shrive Calgary, Canada
    D. Taylor Dublin, Ireland
    A. Toni Bologna, Italy
    T. Tsuta Hiroshima, Japan
    N. P. Weatherill Swansea, UK
    K.R. Williams Cardiff, UK

    ENDORSEMENTS AND SPONSORS
    --------------------------------------------------------
    o CERASIV GMBH, GERMANY
    o LABORATORY OF THE GOVERNMENT CHEMIST, UK
    o WELSH DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, WALES, UK
    o WILDE & PARTNERS (F.E. DIVISION)
    o ZIMMER INTERNATIONAL LTD

    CORRESPONDENCE
    ---------------------------------
    Abstracts and enquiries regarding the Symposium should be
    addressed to:

    John Middleton
    Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering Centre
    Engineering Building
    University College of Swansea
    Singleton Park
    Swansea SA2 8PP
    Wales, UK.
    Tel: (0792) 295514/295517. Fax: (0792)295514.
    Email: J.Middleton@Swansea.ac.uk

    IMPORTANT DATES
    -------------------------------
    DEADLINE FOR ABSTRACT 31 st MAY 1994
    NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE 30 st JUNE 1994
    COMPLETED MANUSCRIPTS 20 th AUGUST 1994

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    PRELIMINARY REGISTRATION FORM
    SECOND INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON
    COMPUTER METHODS IN
    BIOMECHANICS &
    BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
    21-24 SEPTEMBER 1994
    MARRIOTT HOTEL, SWANSEA, UK

    Intending participants should complete the following:

    I WISH TO PRESENT A PAPER _____

    I WISH TO ATTEND AS A DELEGATE _____

    I WISH TO RECEIVE DETAILS OF THE PROCEEDINGS
    WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE _____

    I WISH TO RECEIVE DETAILS OF THE PREVIOUS
    PROCEEDINGS _____

    Name.............................................. ..................

    Title............................................. ......................

    Organisation/Affiliation.....................................

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    Please return this form to:
    John Middleton
    Biomechanics and Biomedical Centre
    Engineering Building
    University College of Swansea
    Singleton Park
    Swansea SA2 8PP
    United Kingdom
    Telephone: (0792) 295514/295517
    Telefax: (0792) 295514
    E-mail. J.Middleton@Swansea.ac.uk
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    John Middleton Dept of Civil Eng/Biomedical Eng
    Engineering Building, University College Swansea
    Swansea, UK. Tel. 0792(295514) Fax.(295676)
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