People Transforming Information - Information Transforming People October 24-29, 2008 Hyatt Regency, Columbus, OH Complete Call: HTTP://WWW.ASIS.ORG/Conferences/am08/AM08cfp.HTML ASIS&T 2008 will focus on how people transform information as well as how information transforms people. Submissions by researchers and practitioners are solicited on a wide range of human-centered approaches to topics. TYPES OF SUBMISSIONS Contributed papers http://www.softconf.com/asis/AM08_Contributed_Papers/submit.html The submission of original, recent, formally conducted research and projects, theoretical developments, or innovative practical applications is encouraged. Accepted papers will be published in the digital conference proceedings. Contributed posters/short papers http://www.softconf.com/asis/AM08_Posters/submit.html Two types of posters/short papers are encouraged. Contributed research posters present new and promising work or preliminary results of research projects. Contributed best practices posters present the results of design projects, practical implementations or industry innovations. The final version of these short papers will be published in the digital conference proceedings. During the conference, presenters are expected to display their work as a poster, incorporating text and illustrations as appropriate. Technical sessions and panels http://www.softconf.com/asis/AM08-Panels/submit.html Technical sessions and panels present topics for discussion such as cutting-edge research and design, analyses of emerging trends, opinions on controversial issues, reports by practitioners on current information science and technology projects, and contrasting viewpoints from experts in complementary professional areas. The final versions of these submissions will be published in the digital conference proceedings. Pre- and Post-conference sessions http://www.softconf.com/asis/AM08_Pre-Post_Cons/submit.html Pre- and Post-conference sessions present topics such as theoretical research, management strategies, and new and innovative systems or products, typically for purposes of concept development or continuing education. Purely promotional programs are excluded. Formats may include seminars, courses, workshops, and symposia. Sessions are scheduled for half to a full day and require a registration fee beyond the regular conference fee. Submission Deadlines Jan.21, 2008 Proposals due for contributed papers, technical sessions panels, and pre- or Post-conferences Feb. 25, 2008 Proposals due for contributed posters/short papers March 31, 2008 Authors/proposers notified of acceptance May 27, 2008 Final versions due for conference proceedings Any problems with electronic submissions should be directed to: Richard Hill (rhill@asis.org) _____ Executive Director American Society for Information Science and Technology 1320 Fenwick Lane, Suite 510 Silver Spring, MD 20910 FAX: (301) 495-0810 (301) 495-0900