SIMS 2025

The 66th International Conference of Scandinavian Simulation Society

SIMS 2025 program:

September 22 – Social event (optional)
September 23-24 – SIMS conference! With keynotes and technical presentations.

The University of Stavanger (UiS) in collaboration with the Norwegian Society of Electric and Automatic Control (NFEA), Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet), and the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN) invite you to submit a paper to SIMS 2025.

SIMS 2025 will cover broad aspects of recent research and industrial development work in modelling, simulation and optimization in engineering applications. The scientific program will include technical sessions with submitted papers and industrial sessions with discussion contributions. In addition there will be keynote presentations, technical tours to industrial sites and research facilities at the organizing university and possibly one poster session.

CO-SPONSORED by IFAC

Main co-sponsored IFAC TC:
IFAC TC 3.2 Computational Intelligence in Control

Other co-sponsored IFAC TC:
IFAC TC 6.1 Chemical Process Control
IFAC TC 6.2 Mining, Mineral and Metal Processing
IFAC TC 6.3 Power and Energy Systems
IFAC TC 6.4 Fault Detection,Supervision&Safety of Techn.Processes-SAFEPROCESS
IFAC TC 7.1 Automotive Control
IFAC TC 9.4 Control Education

Conference Themes:

Modelling and simulation, for design, planning, optimization, control and monitoring.
Tools for modelling and simulation. Numerical methods for simulation as well as novel techniques.
Visualization of modelling and simulation results.
Practical case studies of industrial automation. Controlbased, modelbased and simulationbased decision making.
Use of modelling and simulation in STEM education.

Application areas include:

Renewable energy systems: Both bioenergy and biofuels. As well as geothermal, hydro, solar, thermal, wave, tidal and wind energy
Power and energy systems: For example electric power, energy storage, hydrogen technologies, fuel cells, heat pumps, industrial plants, energy use in buildings and power plants
Transportation: Automotive and combustion engines. Hybrid and electrical vehicles. marine and infrastructure.
Industrial processes including chemical processes as well as chemical process control. Both mineral and mining processing. Carbon capture as well as storage. Both oil and gas and also water treatment.
Cyber-physical systems. Both Fault detection and resilience. Safety as well as technical processes
Both biosystems and medical systems.

Submission of papers will happen via IFAC Papercept. Further instructions COMING SOON!

Call for papers tentative dates:

February 1: Submission opens
April 15: Draft paper submission
May 31: Discussion paper submission
June 15: Decision of acceptance
July 31: Final paper submission
September 23-24: Conference

IFAC Copyright conditions
All publication material submitted for presentation at an IFAC-sponsored meeting (Congress, Symposium, Conference, Workshop) must be original and hence cannot be already published, nor can it be under review elsewhere. The authors take responsibility for the material that has been submitted. IFAC-sponsored conferences will abide by the highest standard of ethical behavior in the review process as explained on the Elsevier webpage https://www.elsevier.com/authors/policies-and-guidelines, and the authors will abide by the IFAC publication ethics guidelines https://www.ifac-control.org/conferences/organizers-guide/PublicationEthicsGuidelines.pdf/view.

Accepted papers that have been presented at an IFAC meeting will be published in the proceedings of the event using the open-access IFAC-PapersOnLine series hosted on ScienceDirect https://www.sciencedirect.com/. To this end, the author(s) must grant exclusive publishing rights to IFAC under a Creative Commons license when they submit the final version of the paper. The copyright belongs to the authors, who have the right to share the paper in the same terms allowed by the end user license, and retain all patent, trademark and other intellectual property rights (including research data).

ChatGTP: an illustration inspired by the description of the SIMS 2025 conference.

Program (the program is subject to change)

Social event (optional)

PROGRAM TO BE ANNOUNCED

SIMS conference key note and technical presentations

PROGRAM TO BE ANNOUNCED

SIMS conference key note and technical presentations

PROGRAM TO BE ANNOUNCED

Presenters

Keynote Speaker: Prof. Kjersti Engan | University of Stavanger (UiS)

Prof. Kjersti Engan is a distinguished professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Stavanger (UiS). She earned her bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Bergen University College in 1994, followed by her MSc and PhD degrees in electrical engineering from UiS in 1996 and 2000, respectively. Prof. Engan’s research focuses on signal and image processing, machine learning, and their applications in the medical field. She leads the Biomedical Data Analysis Lab (BMDLab) at UiS, where she collaborates with local and international hospitals and companies on different projects. Past and current projects involves cardiac MRI, brain MRI, CT perfusion imaging, and histopathological image analysis. Her work also extends to analyzing fetal heart rate signals, ECG, and ventilation signals, as well as video analysis for activity detection during resuscitation. She is a senior member of IEEE and has served in the IEEE IVMSP committee, in various editorial roles, including as an associate editor for IEEE signal processing letters and the SIAM Journal on Imaging Sciences. Prof. Engan is also a member of the Norwegian Academy of Technological Sciences, and AAIA fellow.

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Morten Kjeldsen | Flow Design Bureau (FBU)

Dr. Morten Kjeldsen is a prominent figure in the field of hydropower engineering. He is associated with Flow Design Bureau (FBU) in Stavanger, Norway. Dr. Kjeldsen has a strong academic background, having earned his MSc in 1991 and PhD in 1996 in Mechanical Engineering from NTNU Trondheim, both with a focus on cavitation. His career includes a period as a professor at NTNU and lately contributions to the development of digital twins for hydropower plants. Dr. Kjeldsen’s work involves using engineering simulations to create virtual sensors that help operators monitor and optimize the performance of hydropower stations in real-time. This innovative approach is beneficial for managing the complex dynamics of large-scale hydropower systems.

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Knut Erik Teigen Giljarhus | University of Stavanger (UiS) and NablaFlow AS

Dr. Knut Erik Giljarhus is an Associate Professor at the University of Stavanger (UiS) in the Department of Mechanical and Structural Engineering and Materials Science. He specializes in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and holds a PhD from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), where his research focused on the separation of water from oil using electrical fields and surface-active agents. After completing his PhD, Dr. Giljarhus worked at SINTEF Energy, developing methods for fluid-structure interaction in CO2 pipelines. He later joined Lloyd’s Register (now Vysus Group), where he led simulations of gas dispersion, fires, and explosions. In 2014, he began teaching at UiS and became a full-time Associate Professor in 2018. Dr. Giljarhus’s research interests include multiphase flow, aerodynamics, turbulence modeling, and the application of CFD in various fields such as urban wind environments and blood flow in medical applications. He is also a co-founder of NablaFlow, a company that provides advanced simulation models for industry.

Practical information

Date

23.09.25 - 24.09.25

Location

Clarion Hotel Energy
Ishockeyveien 2
4021 Stavanger
Norway

Map

Participation fee

570 € Delegates Early Registration before 06.07.2025
730 € Delegates Normal before 24.08.2025
790 € Delegates Late Registration

100 € Master and Bachelor Students Early before 06.07.2025
120 € Master and Bachelor Students Normal before 24.08.2025
140 € Master and Bachelor Students Late

115 € Accompanying guest/ extra dinner ticket

STUDENTS: Please send us an email before you register. To ensure that you get the right prize we need to pre-register you in our system as a master/bachelor student!!!

IFAC Affiliates: If you are IFAC Affiliate, please write «IFAC Affiliate» in the comment field during registration. We will deduct 10 EURO from the registration fee and email you when it done.
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All prices on the registration site will be in NOK!

All lunches and coffee breaks are included
Banquet is included in Full registration
Full registration allows the submission of 1 full or discussion paper contribution
1-day registration allows the submission of 1 discussion paper contribution
For authors submitting more than one paper, an additional charge of 220 € will be required

Dinner

3-course dinner at «The Social», the hotel restaurant. More information will follow!

Accommodation

Clarion Hotel Energy
Ishockeyveien 2, 4021 Stavanger, Norway
For booking, CLICK HERE!

For other accomodation in the Stavanger area, CLICK here!

Program Committee

Organizing Committee:

NOC Chair: Kristian Thorsen | University of Stavanger | Norway

NOC Co-Chair: Damiano Rotondo | University of Stavanger | Norway

NOC Vice Chair from Industry: Morten Mossige | ABB Robotics | Norway

IPC Chair: Esko Juuso | University of Oulu | Finland

IPC Vice Chair: Tiina Komulainen | Oslo Metropolitan University | Norway

IPC Vice Chair from Industry: Morten Mossige | ABB Robotics | Norway

Proceedings Editor: Gaurav Mirlekar | University of South-Eastern Norway | Norway

IFAC Conference Board Liaison: Ulrich Jumar | Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg | Germany

NOC Members:

Tiina Komulainen | Oslo Metropolitan University | Norway
Tormod Drengstig | University of Stavanger | Norway
Gaurav Mirlekar | University of South-Eastern Norway | Norway
Merkebu Defega | University of Stavanger | Norway

IPC Members:

Al-Dabass David | UK
Bindingsbø Arne Ulrik | Norway
Cayero Julián | Spain
Cembrano Gabriela | Spain
Dahlquist Erik | Sweden
Durand Helen | USA
Eriksson Lars | Sweden
Karer Gorazd | Slovenia
Kelasidi Eleni | Norway
Kleppe Rune | Norway
Knorn Steffi | Germany
Kyprianidis Konstantinos | Sweden
Lens Hendrik | Germany
Leva Alberto | Italy
Mujica Mota Miguel | Netherlands
Muruzabal Lecumberri Izaskun | Norway
Myklatun Tveit Daniel | Norway
Mylvaganam Thulasi | UK
Nord Lars | Norway
Pfeiffer Carlos | Norway
Prodan Ionela | France
Puig Vicenç | Spain
Reynoso Meza Gilberto | Brasil
Robba Michela | Italy
Sánchez Helem | Spain
Sename Olivier | France
Steinböck Andreas | Austria
Theilliol Didier | France
Varagnolo Damiano | Italy
Vouros Stavros | Sweden
Ylen Peter | Finland
Zhang Jianhua | Norway

Other information

Contact Information:

Questions about the conference should be emailed to UiS / Damiano Rotondo: [email protected]
Questions about practical arrangements should be emailed to NFEA / Barbro Berg Bakken: [email protected]

IFAC Inclusion and Diversity Statement

IFAC, as an international federation serving and representing all those concerned with the theory and application of automatic control and systems engineering wherever situated, is devoted to creating and fostering an inclusive environment that is open to diverse thoughts, ideas, and communications, without fear of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation against any member of this community. It is committed to providing equal opportunities and a safe environment for every person who chooses to participate in its work. Additionally, IFAC strives for these same principles for all IFAC activities, including technical events, journals, and its various committees and governing boards.

IFAC actively promotes the inclusion of a diverse set of speakers, which will lead to more representative discussions across IFAC.
IFAC actively promotes the inclusion of a diverse set of members of its boards and committees at all levels, which will lead to more representative decisions, policies and activities across IFAC.”

About the city of Stavanger:

Welcome to Stavanger, a city where history, nature, and innovation meet! Nestled along the stunning Norwegian coastline, Stavanger offers a perfect backdrop for the 66th International Conference of Scandinavian Simulation Society. As one of Norway’s most dynamic cities, it boasts a unique blend of old-world charm and cutting-edge industry. Wander through its charming streets lined with wooden houses, explore the iconic Pulpit Rock towering above the fjords, or dive into the vibrant cultural scene that includes world-class museums and galleries.

Stavanger is not only a hub for energy and technology but also a gateway to unforgettable natural beauty. The city’s proximity to breathtaking fjords, serene beaches, and scenic hiking trails invites exploration after the conference sessions. For the food lovers, Stavanger offers some of the best culinary experiences in Norway, featuring locally sourced seafood and modern Nordic cuisine.

Whether you seek inspiration from the serene landscape, historic sites like the Cathedral from 1125, or the buzzing innovation scene, Stavanger promises an enriching and memorable experience. We can’t wait to welcome you to this picturesque city for a conference where knowledge meets nature!

About the venue:

Clarion Hotel Energy is located next to DNB Arena, the home of the Stavanger Oilers Hockey Team, close to one of the main roads in Stavanger the hotel is easily accessible by public transportation with busses to downtown every 5 minutes during conference hours. The hotel offers family rooms and various amenities that cater to families, such as a playroom for children, board games/puzzles, kid meals. The hotel has easy access to nearby attractions, making it convenient for family outings. Examples of nearby attractions: Sword in Rock, a commemorative monument of a historic Viking battle featuring three 10-meter-tall bronze swords planted into solid rock (30 min walking distance). AMFI Madla, the largest shopping center in Stavanger, located at walking distance (10 minutes) with over 80 stores, as well as various services like a library, fitness center, and medical facilities. Store Stokkavatnet, a beautiful lake popular for outdoor activities such as hiking, running, and bird watching, featuring an 8 km loop trail, surrounded by lush greenery is also at walking distance from the conference venue (10 minutes).