The 16th Conference on Spatial Information Theory (COSIT 2024) - Quebec City, Canada (Second CfP)

[Song GAO]

Second Call for Papers:

THE 16th CONFERENCE ON SPATIAL INFORMATION THEORY (COSIT)

Québec City, Canada, September 17-20, 2024

We are very pleased to announce that the 16h Conference on Spatial Information Theory (COSIT 2024), will be held in Québec City, Canada, September 17-20, 2024 (https://cosit.ca).

Established in 1993, the Conference on Spatial Information Theory (COSIT) is a biennial international conference series concerned with theoretical aspects of space and spatial information, aimed at advancing geographic information science and its emerging research frontiers.

Our use of spatial technologies in everyday life has changed dramatically since the first COSIT. Today, geospatial technologies are ubiquitous, we are drowning in spatial data, and recently AI tools that compute over language stand to significantly change how information systems communicate spatial information all while being generally opaque about what spatial knowledge they represent. At the same time the spatial environments that are represented in information systems reflect a reality of a world facing a series of complex and challenging social and environmental issues spanning from urban planning to climate change. It is with this context that we have chosen the theme for this year’s COSIT: spatial information theory for transparent translational research. In addition to original research papers on spatial information theory from any discipline, we especially welcome papers that make the link between spatial information theory and benefits to humanity, the biosphere, and the planet.

The COSIT series has a long history of Interdisciplinarity and we continue in this vein inviting contributions from researchers working in a wide range of domains, including (but not limited to):

• Architecture, Planning, and Environmental Design

• Artificial intelligence, spatial data science, and machine learning (new)

• Cognitive Anthropology, Psycholinguistics, and Linguistics

• Cognitive Robotics and Cognitive Informatics

• Cognitive Science, Vision Science, and Environmental and Behavioral Psychology

• Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence

• Digital ethics of spatial information (new)

• Engineering, Human Factors, and Cognitive Ergonomics

• Geography and Geographic Information Science

• Land rights, ownership, property and equal opportunities (new)

• Mathematics, Logic, Philosophy, and Ontology

• Neuroscience

SUBMISSIONS

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We offer Open Access publications for accepted refereed submissions (full and short papers) in the Leibniz International Proceedings in Informatics (LIPIcs) Series (https://www.dagstuhl.de/en/publications/lipics/).

Full papers

Full research papers of 12-20 pages will be reviewed by at least three members of the program committee. High-quality submissions will be accepted for presentation at the conference, and will be published in the conference proceedings. Selection will be based on relevance to the conference themes, scientific significance, novelty, relation to previously published literature, clarity of presentation, and interdisciplinary considerations. Manuscripts must describe original work that has not been submitted and published elsewhere.

Short papers

Short papers of 7 pages (max) present late-breaking and in-progress research, with less emphasis on mature results. All submissions will be reviewed by members of the program committee. Accepted submissions will be selected for either oral or poster presentation at the conference. Authors of short papers accepted for oral presentation will have the option of having their papers included in the conference proceedings. All other accepted short papers will be shared in a non-archival digital repository.

Journal article / book presentation

The conference will run a special thematic session dedicated to providing authors of recently published journal research articles or books on spatial information theory the opportunity to present and share their work in front of the COSIT audience. The article or book must have been published during the years 2022-2024. Submissions should include a citation and <1 page summary of the paper’s relevance to COSIT. It will be screened by the program chairs with selection based on relevance to the conference themes.

Doctoral mentoring

The conference offers a dedicated doctoral student mentoring program for up to 10 PhD students on site. More details will be announced in a separate call for participation shortly.

Thematic Sessions

In lieu of workshops, this year we invite proposals for thematic sessions that will take place during the conference. These short sessions should focus on a specific topic within spatial information theory or tie into the general conference theme of translational research, and can take on a range of formats (e.g., lightning talks, panel, discussion, hands-on activity). A call for thematic sessions will follow shortly.

DEADLINES

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Full Papers:

• Submissions due February 18th, 2024

• Notifications on March 24th, 2024

• Final versions due April 7th, 2024

Short Papers:

• Submissions due April 7, 2024

• Notifications on May 5th, 2024

• Final versions due May 12th, 2024

Journal article / book presentation:

• Submissions due April 7, 2024

• Notifications on May 5th, 2024

• Final versions due May 12th, 2024

THE LOCATION

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Québec City, nestled along the Saint Lawrence River in Canada, is a captivating blend of old-world charm and modern vibrancy. As one of North America's oldest European settlements, its historic heart, Old Québec, is a UNESCO World Heritage site, boasting cobbled streets, centuries-old fortifications, and the majestic Château Frontenac. The city's French heritage is palpable, reflected in its architecture, culture, and language. Amidst its historic landmarks, Québec City also offers a lively arts scene, delectable French cuisine, and a myriad of festivals, making it a unique fusion of history, culture, and contemporary living.

We look forward to seeing you in Quebec!

Organizing Team

Grant McKenzie, McGill University (General Chair)

Benjamin Adams, University of Canterbury; Kristin Stock, Massey University; Simon Scheider, Utrecht University (Program Chairs)

Alessia Calafiore, University of Edinburgh (Thematic Sessions Chair)

Marcela Suarez, Penn State University (Doctoral Mentorship Chair)

Mir Abolfazl Mostafavi, Université Laval (Local Arrangements Chair)

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Song Gao, Ph.D., Email: song...@wisc.edu

Associate Professor, Department of Geography, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Address: 550 N. Park St., Madison, Wisconsin 53706-1404, USA

Geospatial Data Science Lab@UW-Madison

Faculty Affiliates of Data Science Institute@UW-Madison