Stephan Bloehdorn, Universität Karlsruhe
Wray Buntine, HIIT
Andreas Hotho, Universität Kassel

The growing research field of web search we see is one which makes increasing use of information extraction, and gradually blends in semantic web technology and peer to peer systems. Moreover, tools are being developed for specialised search engines in constrast to the quality global search engines available free to consumers. This special issue explores these themes.

Prospective authors should consult the journal website for submission information, details below. Note the journal has restrictions on size, so no paper over 10 pages will be accepted. Also, we would be grateful if prospective authors would notify the guest editors of their intent to submit by 1st November. All papers will be reviewed in accordance with Informatica policy, and the Informatica Editorial Board will have the final say in accepting a paper.

DATES:

Suggestion for notification:

Now!

Deadline for submission:

November 18th, 2005, extended to end of November

Planned date for completion of review:

January 15th, 2006

Planned date for final, camera ready version:

later in February, 2006

OTHER DETAILS:

Contact persons email:

Stephan Bloehdorn, sbl from aifb.uni-karlsruhe.de

Wray Buntine, buntine from hiit.fi

Andreas Hotho, hotho from cs.uni-kassel.de

Submission:

Follow Instructions for Authors and submit to a contact person

Recommended length:

5-10 pages