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INTRODUCTION

After the Conferences held in Barcelona (1996), Paris (2000), Vienna (2004) and St. Petersburg (2008), the European Association for the Control of Structures (EACS) is preparing for its fifth European Conference that will be held in Genoa, Italy from June 18 to 20, 2012. As in the previous editions, the Conference will provide a forum for presentation and discussion of current research on Structural Control, Structural Health Monitoring and related topics. Research papers and case studies from European and International scientists concerning innovative developments and applications of smart materials and structures will also be welcome as well as bio-inspired control and monitoring techniques. A highly interactive and interdisciplinary audience is expected.

CONFERENCE TOPICS

CONFERENCE CHAIRMANSHIP

CHAIRMAN: Prof. Andrea DEL GROSSO, University of Genoa, Italy
CO-CHAIRMAN: Prof. Alexander BELYAEV, Russian Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg, Russia

INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE

L. Aghalovian, National Academy of Sciences, Armenia
O. S. Bursi , University of Trento, Italy
G. Cannata, University of Genoa, Italy
F. Casciati, University of Pavia, Italy
A. Del Grosso, University of Genoa, Italy
S. Dyke, Purdue University, USA
L. Faravelli, University of Pavia, Italy
Y. Fujino, University of Tokyo, Japan
J. Holnicki-Szulc, National Academy of Sciences, Poland
H. Irschik, University of Linz, Austria
A. Kovaleva, National Academy of Sciences, Russia
F. Lanata, Ecole Supérieure du Bois, Nantes, France
H. Li, Harbin Institute of Technology, China
G. Magonette, JRC Ispra, Italy
S. Masri, University of Southern California, USA
S. Nagarajaiah, Rice University, U.S.A.
F. Pozo, Technical University of Catalonia, Spain
Z. Rackicevic, SS. Cyril and Methodius University, Macedonia
J. Rodellar, Technical University of Catalonia, Spain
C. Syrmakezis, Technical University of Athens, Greece
G. Solari, University of Genoa, Italy
B. F. Spencer, University of Illinois at U.C., USA

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

P. Basso, University of Pavia, Italy
L. Carassale, University of Genoa, Italy
F. Casciati, University of Pavia, Italy
A. Del Grosso, University of Genoa, Italy (Chairman)
L. Faravelli, University of Pavia, Italy
R. Massabò, University of Genoa, Italy

INVITED LECTURES

During the Conference, lectures from qualified world experts will be delivered.
The following lectures have been confirmed to date:

Dr. Leon Alkalai, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Vision of a Future Lunar Robotic Village - A Precursor to Human exploration
Prof. Fu-Kuo Chang, Stanford University, Design of smart sensing materials for fly-by-feel autonomous vehicle
Prof. Paolo Ermanni, Technical University Zurich, Material systems for adaptive structure technologies 
Prof. Hans Irschik, University of Linz, Active and passive shape control of structures
Prof. Akira Mita, Keio University, Biofied Building with Sensor Agent Robots
Prof. Ali Nayfeh, Virginia Tech, A Smart Sway Controller for Cranes:From Theory to Laboratory to Industry

SPECIAL SESSIONS

VENUE

The city of Genoa is located in the middle of the well renown Italian Riviera and is one of the most interesting touristic sites in Italy. A former town-state from the early middle age to the end of XVIII century, Genoa still retains most of the attractiveness and splendors of the past times, with one of the largest historical centers in Europe. As the major Mediterranean port, Genoa has been for a long time one of the European financial and industrial capitals. The Aquarium, museums and many attractive buildings render the visit to the city an enjoyable experience.

The Conference will be held at Palazzo Ducale, the former residence of the Doge, the head of the Republic of Genoa, in the heart of the historical center. Genoa is connected by direct flights to Rome, Naples, Catania, Madrid, Paris, Munich and London. A two hours highway drive leads from the airports of Milan and Pisa to Genoa.

IMPORTANT DATES

1 March 2011 Pre-registration
1 June 2011 Abstract submission open
30 September 2011 Abstract submission deadline (extended to October 15)
31 Dicember 2011 Abstract acceptance notification
29 February 2012 Full paper submission deadline

The deadline for the submission of the full papers is extended to March 15, 2012

FEES

 REGISTRATION TYPE

BEFORE February 29, 2012

AFTER February 29, 2012

FULL
Includes attendance, lunches, proceeding and social dinner

 € 650,00
+ tax²

€ 700,00
+ tax²

STUDENT¹
Includes attendance and lunches

€ 500,00
+ tax²

€ 550,00
+ tax²
SPONSOR
& EXHIBITORS³
Includes one full fee 		€ 1500,00
+ tax²

For payment please proceed through the REGISTRATION option. 
For hotel reservation please click on the HOTELS IN GENOA button.

Notes:
1. Students shall provide a certification of their status.
2. A 21% VAT tax shall be applied.
3. Sponsors will have their logo inserted in the Conference web site and in the Final Program of the Conference.  Space for exhibitors will be provided at the Conference location; for further information please contact the Conference Secretariat.

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EACS BOARD MEMBERS

A. Del Grosso, Italy (Secretary)
L. Faravelli, Italy
H. Irschik, Austria (President)
A. Kovaleva, Russia
J. Rodellar, Spain (Vice-President)

EACS ADVISORY COMMITTEE

L. Acho, Technical University of Catalonia, Spain
N. Aguirre, Technical University of Catalonia, Spain
S. Casciati, University of Catania, Italy
M. Domaneschi, Technical University of Milan, Italy
M. Ismail, Technical University of Catalonia, Spain
F. Marazzi, JRC Ispra, Italy
G. Pujol, Technical University of Catalonia, Spain

CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT

DDKP S.r.l.
Palazzo Spinola Serra
Via di Canneto il Lungo 31/8
16123 Genoa - Italy
Mrs Anna Dellepiane
a.dellepiane@ddkpbridge.it
T./F. +39 010 255825

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