Visual Informatics: Bridging Research and Practice, First International Visual Informatics Conference, IVIC 2009, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, November 11-13, 2009, Proceedings

Keynotes.- Detecting Emotions from Connected Action Sequences.- High Performance Computing for Visualisation and Image Analysis.- CCTV Video Analytics: Recent Advances and Limitations.- Video Forgery and Special Effect Production.- Virtual Technologies and Systems.- Segmentation of the Left Ventricle in Myocardial Perfusion SPECT Using Active Shape Model.- Hierarchical Approach for Fast and Efficient Collision Detection in Urban Simulation.- Generating 3D Visual Expression Using Semantic Simplification Description Based on Logical Representation.- Optimal Discrete Wavelet Frames Features for Texture-Based Image Retrieval Applications.- Design Architecture for IMPlayer as a Tool for Supporting Visual Education Presentation.- Vision-Based Mobile Robot Navigation Using Image Processing and Cell Decomposition.- Automated Segmentation and Retrieval System for CT Head Images.- Real-Time Object-Based Video Segmentation Using Colour Segmentation and Connected Component Labeling.- Automatic Vertebral Fracture Assessment System (AVFAS) for Spinal Pathologies Diagnosis Based on Radiograph X-Ray Images.- Quasi-Gaussian DCT Filter for Speckle Reduction of Ultrasound Images.- Additional Cues Derived from Three Dimensional Image Processing to Aid Customised Reconstruction for Medical Applications.- A New Approach of Skull Fracture Detection in CT Brain Images.- Application of Information Visualization Techniques in Representing Patients' Temporal Personal History Data.- Development of Total Knee Replacement Digital Templating Software.- Inter-frame Enhancement of Ultrasound Images Using Optical Flow.- Segmentation of Sinus Images for Grading of Severity of Sinusitis.- A Proposed Biologically Inspired Model for Object Recognition.- Visualization of the Newly Designed Jig and Fixture for Computer-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery.- The Determination of the Number of Suspicious Clustered Micro Calcifications on ROI of Mammogram Images.- Assessment of Ulcer Wounds Size Using 3D Skin Surface Imaging.- Enhanced Lips Detection and Tracking System.- Time-Space-Activity Conflict Detection Using 4D Visualization in Multi-storied Construction Project.- Virtual Environment.- Haptic Texture Rendering Based on Visual Texture Information: A Study to Achieve Realistic Haptic Texture Rendering.- Multi-tiered S-SOA, Parameter-Driven New Islamic Syariah Products of Holistic Islamic Banking System (HiCORE): Virtual Banking Environment.- Tangible Interaction in Learning Astronomy through Augmented Reality Book-Based Educational Tool.- Using Wavelet Extraction for Haptic Texture Classification.- Mixed Reality Book: A Visualization Tool.- Usability Evaluation of Multimedia Courseware (MEL-SindD).- Development of an Augmented Reality Rare Book and Manuscript for Special Library Collection (AR Rare-BM).- Virtual Visualisation Laboratory for Science and Mathematics Content (Vlab-SMC) with Special Reference to Teaching and Learning of Chemistry.- Augmented Reality as a Remedial Paradigm for Negative Numbers: Content Aspect.- Collaborative Augmented Reality: Multi-user Interaction in Urban Simulation.- ViSTREET: An Educational Virtual Environment for the Teaching of Road Safety Skills to School Students.- Designing 3 Dimensional Virtual Reality Using Panoramic Image.- Design Framework for Sketch Based Technique in 3D Navigation of Cluttered Virtual Environment.- Applying Virtual Rehearsal Principle in Developing a Persuasive Multimedia Learning Environment (PMLE).- Visualization, Engineering and Simulation.- Retracted: Visualization of Positive and Monotone Data by Rational Quadratic Spline.- Thickness Characterization of 3D Skin Surface Images Using Reference Line Construction Approach.- An Approach to Derive Parametric L-System Using Genetic Algorithm.- Recyclable Waste Paper Sorting Using Template Matching.- Noise Detection Fuzzy (NDF) Filter for Removing Salt and Pepper Noise.- Handwriting Recognition Algorithm in Different Languages: Survey.- United Zernike Invariants for Character Images.- Using Animation in Active Learning Tool to Detect Possible Attacks in Cryptographic Protocols.- Secure Minutiae-Based Fingerprint Templates Using Random Triangle Hashing.- Combinatorial Color Space Models for Skin Detection in Sub-continental Human Images.- Visualization of JPEG Metadata.- Fingerprint Classification Based on Analysis of Singularities and Image Quality.- An Algorithm for Treating Uncertainties in the Visualization of Pipeline Sensors' Datasets.- Event Based Simulator for Parallel Computing over the Wide Area Network for Real Time Visualization.- Adaptive-Neuro Fuzzy Inference System for Human Posture Classification Using a Simplified Shock Graph.- Extraction and Classification of Human Gait Features.- Salt and Pepper Noise Removal from Document Images.- Color Image Magnification: Geometrical Pattern Classification Approach.- Lifting Scheme DWT Implementation in a Wireless Vision Sensor Network.- Illumination Compensation for Document Images Using Local-Global Block Analysis.- Automatic Image Annotation Using Color K-Means Clustering.- Image Compression Using Stitching with Harris Corner Detector and SPIHT Coding.- SMARViz: Soft Maximal Association Rules Visualization.- Visualisation Enhancement of HoloCatT Matrix.- Modeling of Electromagnetic Waves Using Statistical and Numerical Techniques.- Visual Language Framework for Plant Modeling Using L-System.- Inclusion of Property Profile in the Production Rule Pattern for Visualization Software Design.- Low Memory Implementation of Saliency Map Using Strip-Based Method.- Baseline Image Classification Approach Using Local Minima Selection.- Orientation Features-Based Face Detection by Using Local Orientation Histogram Framework.- Estimating Extremal Planes to Extract Crest Lines from Volumetric Data.- Designing of Roaming Protocol for Bluetooth Equipped Multi Agent Systems.- Logical Heuristic Algorithm in Extracting 2D Structure Thinned Binary Image into Freeman Chain Code (FCC).- VisEL: Visualisation of Expertise Level in a Special Interest Group Knowledge Portal.- genDMG: A Generic Graph Representation Layout to Visualize Existing Software Artifacts.- An Automatic Optical Flow Based Method for the Detection and Restoration of Non-repetitive Damaged Zones in Image Sequences.- Visual Culture, Services and Society.- Are Visual Informatics Actually Useful in Practice: A Study in a Film Studies Context.- The Effect of Visual of a Courseware towards Pre-University Students' Learning in Literature.- Visual Learning in Application of Integration.- Learning Science Using AR Book: A Preliminary Study on Visual Needs of Deaf Learners.- Usage-Centered Design Approach in Design of Malaysia Sexuality Education (MSE) Courseware.- V2S: Voice to Sign Language Translation System for Malaysian Deaf People.- Real World Issues in Developing a Malaysian Forest Battlefield Environment for Small Unit Tactics Using 3D Graphics.- Students Perception towards the Implementation of Computer Graphics Technology in Class via Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) Model.- Information System Development Model: Theories Analysis and Guidelines.- Assistive Courseware for Visually-Impaired.- Erratum to: Visualization of Positive and Monotone Data by Rational Quadratic Spline.