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Summer School on Wireless Sensor Networks and Smart Objects ===========================================================

Aug 29 - Sept 3, 2005, Schloss Dagstuhl, Germany

www.vs.inf.ethz.ch/events/dag2005/

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Wireless sensor networks and smart objects are two instances of networked embedded sensing systems, which can perceive and control many aspects of the real world, and which may interact with humans. These technologies are currently receiving significant attention by researchers, potential users, and by people interested in the implications of the induced paradigm shift in the way we use computers. The goal of this summer school is to

- survey the most relevant subfields - present perspectives and underlying technologies - identify pertinent issues and important research themes - establish contacts among people working in the field

The intended audience are post-graduate students, PhD students, and young researchers from universities and industrial laboratories around the world. We expect about 60 participants.

PROGRAM

- Lectures: Usually, each day will feature lectures and discussions around a broad theme. Three to four lectures will be presented per day (morning and late afternoon). Lecturers include Jan Beutel, Holger Karl, Koen Langendoen, Marc Langheinrich, Pedro J. Marron, Friedemann Mattern, Kay Roemer, and Albrecht Schmidt.

- TinyOS Hands-On Tutorial: Participants can learn to program sensor nodes using TinyOS. This tutorial will be given by Joe Polastre and Rob Szewczyk, two experienced TinyOS developers and trainers.

- Participants Workshop: Some time will be reserved for a workshop where participants can present their own work and involvement in the field.

- Application Competition: Participants can submit their ideas about application scenarios involving sensor networks and smart objects. Marcelo Pias will take care of the competition.

- Excursion: One day is scheduled for an excursion and other social activities which should help to form a community among the young researchers.

VENUE

The summer school will take place in the relaxed and inspiring atmosphere of Schloss Dagstuhl (Dagstuhl manor house), Germany, close to the border of Luxembourg and France. Schloss Dagstuhl was built in 1760 and is used for seminars and conferences since 1990. Besides providing accommodation, a comprehensive computer science research library, and computer facilities, it offers a unique setting for inspiring discussions, informal exchange of ideas, and socializing. The rural surroundings provide good opportunities for relaxed walks.

REGISTRATION

Participation is open to all qualified applicants, but the number of participants is limited to a maximum of 60. If we receive more applications, we will select participants based on their work area and background, geographic distribution, and date of registration.

The registration fee of EUR 650 includes accommodation at Schloss Dagstuhl and all meals. We can support about 15 European students with grants of EUR 400 each.

Online application is available at www.vs.inf.ethz.ch/events/dag2005.

IMPORTANTS DATES

Application deadline: June 9, 2005 Notification of admittance: June 24, 2005

ORGANIZATION

The summer school is jointly organized by ETH Zurich and the International Conference and Research Center for Computer Science at Schloss Dagstuhl on behalf of the European consortium Embedded WiSeNts, which also provides funding.

Friedemann Mattern and Kay Roemer

Department of Computer Science Institute for Pervasive Computing ETH Zurich, Switzerland