From cxpwu@ntu.ac.sg Thu Nov 4 13:49:43 EST 1993 Article: 19418 of comp.ai Xref: glinda.oz.cs.cmu.edu comp.ai:19418 Newsgroups: comp.ai Path: honeydew.srv.cs.cmu.edu!das-news.harvard.edu!noc.near.net!howland.reston.ans.net!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!usenet.ucs.indiana.edu!cxpwu@ntu.ac.sg From: cxpwu@ntu.ac.sg (Wu XiPing) Subject: CFP Message-ID: <9311040743.AA05828@ntu.ac.sg> Sender: Organization: Indiana University Date: Thu, 4 Nov 1993 07:43:46 GMT Lines: 144 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Announcement and Call for Papers ICBEST - 94 International Conference on Building Envelope Systems and Technology Organized by Centre for Advanced Construction Studies of Nanyang Technological University and Construction Industry Development Board of Singapore 7-8 December, 1994 Marina Mandarin Hotel, Singapore Conference Objectives The main objective of this conference is to gather and disseminate the latest information, data and expertise related to the design, construction, performance and evaluation of different types of building envelope systems. The conference will be a unique opportunity for architects, engineers, developers, researchers, academics and others to discuss and exchange ideas on current state-of-the-art and developments in building envelope systems and technology. Conference Themes The main themes of the conference are: * Case studies * Coatings * Curtain Wall Systems * Design Considerations * Detailing and Construction * External Wall Tiling Systems * Masonry External Walls * Material Technology * Performance * Precast Facade Systems * Quality Assurance * Sealants * Testing, Evaluation and Diagnostics * Weather Resistance * Wind Loading on Building Facades Conference Organizing Committee Prof. F.K. Kong (Chairman), Dr L.W. Guan (Secretary), Assoc Prof J. Alum, Dr S.P. Chiew, Dr E.C.C. Choi, Mr C.T. Goh, Mr S.W. Lam, Mr, C.M. Low, Mr. T.C. Tan, Dr. X. Wu International Advisory Committee Prof A Hj Awang (Malaysia), Mr R Bowman (Australia), Dr P Bransby (UK), Dr R D Browne (UK), Prof C N Chen (Singapore), Prof Y K Cheung (HongKong), Prof R C Coates (UK), Mr E Cohen (USA), Prof H J Cowan (Australia), Prof A R Cusens (UK), Dr A Dalgliesh (Canada), Prof D J Ding (China), Prof P J Dowling (UK), Prof B Farmer (UK), Dr T Fujimori (Japan), Mr M Groosman (Netherlands), Prof E Happold (UK), Prof A W Hendry (UK), Mr Albert H K Hong (Singapore), Mr R J Kleinhans (USA), A/Prof P O Kjaerbye (Denmark), Dr S Ledbetter (UK), Dr A C Liebenberg (South Africa), Dr M G McLaren (USA), Dr D Michael (UK), Prof J E Minor (USA), Prof E G Nawy (USA), Prof D A Nethercot (UK), Dr D E Neisz (USA), Pg Hj Othman (Brunei), Prof C Palmonari (Italy), Mr J Perry (Australia), Mr H Rothberg (USA), Dr S B Tan (Singapore), Dr H P J Taylor (UK), Dr A Vijiaratnam (Singapore), Dr G Walker (Australia). Official Language The official language of the conference is English. All papers shall be written and presented in English. Call For Papers Authors are invited to submit 300-word abstracts, type written with double spacing to the conference secretariat by 15 February, 1994. Key Dates Submission of abstracts: 15 Feb 1994 Acceptance notified: 31 Mar 1994 Submission of final papers: 30 Jun 1994 Registration Fee The conference registration fee is S$600 (US$370) or S$550 (US$340) if paid before 30 June 1994. The fee covers the conference proceedings, coffee breaks, lunches, welcoming reception and banquet. Conference Venue The conference will be held at Marina Mandarin Hotel. It is voted as one of the top 3 "Best New Hotels" in the world by Business Traveller and top 2 "Hotel of the Year 1992" (Asia Pacific) by Executive Travel. The Marina Mandarin is centrally located in Southeast Asia's largest shopping mall and within the Central Business District. All 575 rooms enjoy pleasant views of both the harbour and city skyline, equipped with air-conditioning, minibar, TV and IDD phone. The Hotel also has a swimming pool and fitness club facilities. About Singapore Situated at one of the most important crossroads of the world, Singapore is truly a place where East and West come together. Here you will find Chinese, Indian and Malay communities living harmoniously together, their long established cultures forming a unique backdrop to a clean and modern garden city. English is spoken everywhere and is the common business language of all. There is a wide variety of beautifully appointed yet reasonably priced hotels offering impeccable standards of Asian service and hospitality. And few places on earth promise such a delight for the palate, with gourmet cuisine from over 30 countries. Singapore's climate is warm and welcoming all year round, with temperatures ranging from 28 C in the day to 23 C by night. To top it all, Singapore has conference facilities that rank amongst the finest in the world. For business and pleasure, Singapore has everything to make your convention a productive and a memorable experience. Correspondence Please address all correspondence to: Ms Annabel Ooi The Secretariat ICBEST - 94 Centre for Continuing Education Nanyang Technological University Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 2263 Tel: (65) 799-5243, Fax: (65) 791-6178 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ICBEST - 94, 7-8 December 1994, Singapore Preliminary Registration Form (1) I intend to present a paper. The abstract is attached. (2) I intend to attend the conference. Please send me further details and the registration form. 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