FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems
Call For Paper (CFP) Description
FOIS aims to be a nexus of interdisciplinary research and communication for researchers from many domains engaging with formal ontology. Common application areas include conceptual modeling, database design, knowledge engineering and management, software engineering, organizational modeling, artificial intelligence, robotics, computational linguistics, the life sciences, bioinformatics and scientific research in general, geographic information science, information retrieval, library and information science, as well as the Semantic Web.
FOIS is the flagship conference of the International Association for Ontology and its Applications (IAOA), a non-profit organization promoting interdisciplinary research and international collaboration in formal ontology.
FOIS 2025 will be held both online and in Catania, Italy, by the University of Catania.
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Call for Papers (main track)
Mandatory abstract submission: 23 March 2025 (strict) (AoE)
Paper submission: 30 March 2025 (strict) (AoE)
Website: https://www.dmi.unict.it/fois2025/?page_id=306
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The conference encourages submissions of high quality, not previously published results on both theoretical issues and practical advancements.
Important dates
Mandatory abstract submission: 23 March 2025 (strict)
Paper submission: 30 March 2025 (strict)
Rebuttal period: 9-14 May 2025
Notifications: 19 May 2025
Camera-ready papers: 30 June 2025
Virtual conference: 4-5 September 2025
Onsite conference: 8-12 September 2025
Submission types
FOIS 2025 seeks full-length high-quality papers on three tracks:
- Foundational track: for papers that address content-related ontological issues, their formal representation, and their relevance to some aspect of information systems.
- Application and Methods track: for papers that address novel systems, methods, and tools related to building, evaluating, or using ontologies, emphasizing the impact of ontology contents.
- Domain Ontology track: for papers that describe a novel ontology for a specific realm of interest, clarifying ontological choices against requirements and foundational theory, and showing ontology use.
Each paper will be reviewed by at least 3 members of the program committee and 1 member of the senior program committee, who will provide a meta-review. All reviews will be anonymous. Authors must submit an anonymised version of their papers.
The FOIS proceedings will be published by IOS Press as open access.
More calls will be announced soon.
FOIS 2024 Organization
General Chair
Maria Keet, University of Cape Town, South Africa
Program Chair
Claudio Masolo, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche ISTC, Italy
Tiago Prince Sales, University of Twente, Netherlands
Local Chair
Emilio Sanfilippo, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche ISTC, Italy
Marianna Nicolosi Asmundo, University of Catania, Italy
Daniele Francesco Santamaria, University of Catania, Italy
Marco Mazzone, University of Catania, Italy
JOWO Chair
John Beverley, SUNY buffalo, United States of America
Patrick Lambrix, Linköping University, Sweden
Online Chair
Chris Partridge, University of Westminster, United Kingdom
FAIR Chair
Luiz Olavo B. da Silva Santos University of Twente Netherlands
Claudenir M. Fonseca University of Twente Netherlands
Ontology Showcase Chair
Veruska Zamborlini, Federal University of Espírito Santo, Brazil
Asiyah Lin, Axle Research & Technology/NCATS, United States of America
Poster & Demonstration Chair
Daniel Garijo, Univesidad Politecnica de Madrid, Spain
Henriette Harmse, EMBL-EBI, United Kingdom
Early Career Symposium Chair
Greta Adamo, Valencian Research Institute for AI, Spain
Pawel Garbacz, Catholic University of Lublin, Poland
Industry Chair
Zubeida Dawood, Splunk, South Africa
Mike Bennet, Object Management Group, United Kingdom
Tutorial Chair
Lucía Gómez Álvarez, INRIA Grenoble, France
Gilles Kassel, University of Picardie, France
Publicity Chair
César Bernabé, Leiden UMC, Netherlands
Eric Top, Utrecht University, Netherlands
Proceedings chair (JOWO)
Sanju Tiwari, Sharda University, Greater Noida, UP, India
Web Site
Daniele Francesco Santamaria, University of Catania, Italy
FOIS is the flagship conference of the International Association for Ontology and its Applications (IAOA), a non-profit organization promoting interdisciplinary research and international collaboration in formal ontology.
FOIS 2025 will be held both online and in Catania, Italy, by the University of Catania.
============================
Call for Papers (main track)
Mandatory abstract submission: 23 March 2025 (strict) (AoE)
Paper submission: 30 March 2025 (strict) (AoE)
Website: https://www.dmi.unict.it/fois2025/?page_id=306
============================
The conference encourages submissions of high quality, not previously published results on both theoretical issues and practical advancements.
Important dates
Mandatory abstract submission: 23 March 2025 (strict)
Paper submission: 30 March 2025 (strict)
Rebuttal period: 9-14 May 2025
Notifications: 19 May 2025
Camera-ready papers: 30 June 2025
Virtual conference: 4-5 September 2025
Onsite conference: 8-12 September 2025
Submission types
FOIS 2025 seeks full-length high-quality papers on three tracks:
- Foundational track: for papers that address content-related ontological issues, their formal representation, and their relevance to some aspect of information systems.
- Application and Methods track: for papers that address novel systems, methods, and tools related to building, evaluating, or using ontologies, emphasizing the impact of ontology contents.
- Domain Ontology track: for papers that describe a novel ontology for a specific realm of interest, clarifying ontological choices against requirements and foundational theory, and showing ontology use.
Each paper will be reviewed by at least 3 members of the program committee and 1 member of the senior program committee, who will provide a meta-review. All reviews will be anonymous. Authors must submit an anonymised version of their papers.
The FOIS proceedings will be published by IOS Press as open access.
More calls will be announced soon.
FOIS 2024 Organization
General Chair
Maria Keet, University of Cape Town, South Africa
Program Chair
Claudio Masolo, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche ISTC, Italy
Tiago Prince Sales, University of Twente, Netherlands
Local Chair
Emilio Sanfilippo, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche ISTC, Italy
Marianna Nicolosi Asmundo, University of Catania, Italy
Daniele Francesco Santamaria, University of Catania, Italy
Marco Mazzone, University of Catania, Italy
JOWO Chair
John Beverley, SUNY buffalo, United States of America
Patrick Lambrix, Linköping University, Sweden
Online Chair
Chris Partridge, University of Westminster, United Kingdom
FAIR Chair
Luiz Olavo B. da Silva Santos University of Twente Netherlands
Claudenir M. Fonseca University of Twente Netherlands
Ontology Showcase Chair
Veruska Zamborlini, Federal University of Espírito Santo, Brazil
Asiyah Lin, Axle Research & Technology/NCATS, United States of America
Poster & Demonstration Chair
Daniel Garijo, Univesidad Politecnica de Madrid, Spain
Henriette Harmse, EMBL-EBI, United Kingdom
Early Career Symposium Chair
Greta Adamo, Valencian Research Institute for AI, Spain
Pawel Garbacz, Catholic University of Lublin, Poland
Industry Chair
Zubeida Dawood, Splunk, South Africa
Mike Bennet, Object Management Group, United Kingdom
Tutorial Chair
Lucía Gómez Álvarez, INRIA Grenoble, France
Gilles Kassel, University of Picardie, France
Publicity Chair
César Bernabé, Leiden UMC, Netherlands
Eric Top, Utrecht University, Netherlands
Proceedings chair (JOWO)
Sanju Tiwari, Sharda University, Greater Noida, UP, India
Web Site
Daniele Francesco Santamaria, University of Catania, Italy
Conference Topics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems?
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How do I submit my paper to FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems?
Submit your paper via the official submission portal at https://www.dmi.unict.it/fois2025/. Follow the submission guidelines outlined in the CFP.
How do I register for the FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems?
Register at https://www.dmi.unict.it/fois2025/. Early registration is recommended to secure your spot and avail discounts.
What topics are accepted at FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems?
The topics accepted at FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems include ontologies, conceptual modelling. Papers that explore innovative ideas or solutions in these areas are highly encouraged.
What are the important dates for FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems?
- Start Date: 04 Sep, 2025
- End Date: 12 Sep, 2025
- End Date: 12 Sep, 2025
What is the location and date of FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems?
FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems will be held on 04 Sep, 2025 - 12 Sep, 2025 at Vienna, Austria. More details about the event location and travel arrangements can be found on the conference’s official website.
What is the location of FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems?
FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems will be held at Vienna, Austria.
Can I submit more than one paper to FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems?
Yes, multiple submissions are allowed, provided they align with the conference’s themes and topics. Each submission will be reviewed independently.
What is the review process for submissions?
Papers will be reviewed by a panel of experts in the field, ensuring that only high-quality, relevant work is selected for presentation. Each paper will be evaluated on originality, significance, and clarity.
What presentation formats are available at FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems?
Presentations can be made in various formats including oral presentations, poster sessions, or virtual presentations. Specific details will be provided upon acceptance of your paper.
Can I make changes to my submission after I’ve submitted it?
Modifications to your submission are allowed until the submission deadline. After that, no changes can be made. Please make sure all details are correct before submitting.
What are the benefits of attending FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems?
Attending FOIS 2025 : 15th International Conference on Formal Ontology in Information Systems provides an opportunity to present your research, network with peers and experts in your field, and gain feedback on your work. Additionally, it is an excellent platform for career advancement and collaboration opportunities.
What should I include in my abstract or proposal submission?
Your abstract or proposal should include a concise summary of your paper, including its purpose, methodology, and key findings. Ensure that it aligns with the conference themes.