ISFI_2012

ISFI 2012

The International Symposium on Fire Investigation Science and Technology

ISFI 2012 will returning to The University of Maryland's University College Inn and Conference Center Monday, October 15 through Wednesday, October 17, 2012.

ISFI is the biennial professional symposium specializing in the application of modern fire science and technology to fire investigations and analyses. It is a truly international gathering of fire investigation and fire science experts from a worldwide spectrum of our professional community. ISFI 2012 is organized by the NAFI.

The Conference

ISFI 2012 will bring together a cadre of internationally known and respected fire investigation professionals to present and discuss the cutting edge of the profession's knowledge base in fire investigation science, research, technology, and methodology. Over 150 delegates, presenters and exhibitors from eight countries attended ISFI 2010. With the great success of ISFI 2010 and enthusiastic post-symposium reviews, attendance is expected to significantly increase for ISFI 2012.

Each day of the Symposium will offer plenary session presentations in the mornings and afternoon breakout presentation lectures. Included in the delegate registration there will be daily continental breakfasts, daily buffet luncheons, and refreshment breaks throughout the day. The Symposium language is English.

The popular ISFI social gatherings are also returning, including the Sunday night Pre-Symposium Informal Gathering, the Monday evening Cocktail Reception, and the Tuesday evening Gala "Black Tie" cocktail hour and dinner.

ISFI 2012 Sponsors

ISFI 2012 wants to thank our returning Institutional Sponsors: NFPA, Eastern Kentucky University, IFE (US Branch), and NAFI.

ISFI 2012 welcomes our brand new Institutional Sponsors: University of Maryland, Fire Protection Engineering.

The support and help of our institutional sponsors is invaluable to the production of the International Symposium.

News & Events

ISFI 2012 Venue Selected
The Conference

ISFI2012 lectures, breakouts, meals and social events will be hosted by the University of Maryland - Stamp Student Center.

Lodging

Delegate lodging will be available through Marriott Inn and Conference Center. The Marriott will provide a complimentary shuttle to the Stamp Student Center for all delegates. On campus parking is available for any delegates commuting to ISFI 2012.

Call For Papers

Submit your abstract on-line now

We are now accepting abstracts ISFI 2012 for authors wishing to present papers at ISFI 2012. Accepted papers will be published in the Official ISFI 2012 Proceedings. The symposium will present plenary sessions and parallel breakout lectures covering a broad spectrum of fire investigation topics, including:

  1. Fire Science
    Fire and Explosion Research
    Fire Chemistry and Physics
    Fire Dynamics
    Explosion Dynamics
    Fuels and Materials
  2. Investigation Technology
    Fire Modeling
    Electrical Fire Causes
    Scene Processing
    NFPA 921
    Training Programs
  3. Investigation Methodology
    Legal Issues
    Origin Determination
    NFPA 921
    Scene Processing
    Explosions

Important ISFI 2012 Dates

June 17, 2011 - Abstract Submissions and Delegate Early Registration begin for ISFI 2012.

March 23, 2012 - Last day to submit an abstract for ISFI 2012.

March 30, 2012 - Successful authors notified of acceptance to ISFI 2012.

March 30, 2012 - ISFI Website (phase 2), Companion Tours & more conference specific details.

April 30, 2012 - Early Registration discount expires.

September 7, 2012 - Paper Submission Deadline - Submission of completed papers and PowerPoint presentations. (Absolute deadline to ensure inclusion in the ISFI Proceedings. We cannot guarantee publication of papers received after this date.)

September 21, 2012 - Last day to get the preferred rate at the Marriott Hotel

September 21, 2012 - Last day to become an ISFI 2012 Sponsor

October 15-17, 2012 - ISFI 2012 @ UMUC