21st Century Decision-Making – The Focus of MODSIM World 2009 Conference and Expo

PRLog (Press Release) - Sep 13, 2009 -
MODSIM World is a uniquely international and interdisciplinary conference and expo; it is the only conference of its kind in the United States exclusively devoted to the application of modeling and simulation (MODSIM) for decision-making across multiple disciplines – Defense & Homeland Security, Education & Training, Engineering & Science, Health & Medicine, Modeling Human Behaviors & Interactions, Serious Games, and Transportation & Logistics.  More than 700 attendees are expected and 30+ exhibitors will showcase and demonstrate their products and technologies in the exhibit hall.

The 2009 conference and expo joins theory and practice; academia, government, and industry; and provides for the exchange of MODSIM knowledge, research, and technology across seven disciplines.  Each track provides a unique perspective on MODSIM tools and practices in emerging and innovative operating environments.  Keynote speakers for 2009 include NASA Astronaut, Dr. Charles Camarda; international simulations expert, Dr. Paul Roman; the Director of Technology for USC's Institute for Creative Technologies, Dr. William Swartout; and Founder and CEO of BreakAway, Ltd., Mr. Doug Whatley.
In addition to the excellent technical program and keynote speakers, this year’s series of FREE pre-conference workshops (tutorials) (Tuesday, October 13, 2009) provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development.  The K-12 Student Outreach Program allows educators and students to interact with practitioners to learn about careers in MODSIM (broadly defined to include modeling, simulation, games for learning, data visualization, systems thinking/dynamics, and virtual worlds).  
MODSIM World 2009 Conference and Expo is organized under the auspices of CP-3, a consortium of private and public organizations.  More information about MODSIM World 2009 is available from the website http://www.modsimworld2009.com.  Questions of a general nature and registration should be directed to Ms. Sheila Flanagan (757.686.6208 – sflanaga@odu.edu).
Virginia Summit for Modeling and Simulation Added to 2009 Conference and Expo:
The 2009 conference and expo will feature the inaugural Virginia Summit for Modeling and Simulation.  Hosted by Senator Mark Warner (D-VA), the Tuesday, October 13th (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM) event features a series of moderated panels (Defense & Homeland Security, Education & Training, and Health & Medicine) that will focus on the “state-of-the-art” of MODSIM in Virginia.   A VIP reception from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM follows the Tuesday summit.  The exhibits hall will also be open and staffed.  Information regarding the summit will appear on the conference website as it becomes available.

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