ACM CIVR 2009 ACM International Conference on Image and Video Retrieval July 8-10, 2009, Santorini Island, Greece http://www.civr2009.org Image and Video retrieval have now reached a state where successful techniques and applications start flourishing. The ACM International Conference on Image and Video Retrieval (ACM-CIVR) series of conferences is the ideal opportunity to present and encounter such developments. Originally set up to illuminate the state-of-the-art in image and video retrieval throughout the world, it is now a reference event in the field where researchers and practitioner exchange knowledge and ideas. The CIVR2009 program is now available at http://www.civr2009.org/program, including: * Prof. Luis von Ahn (CMU) and Prof. Luc van Gool (ETHZ and Univ. Leuven) as invited speakers * 45 high-quality research papers in oral and poster sessions * The VideOlympics Showcase * The "Practitioners Day" bringing together researchers and practitioners * A demonstration session of existing commercial products, systems, and prototypes * Exciting social events in the beautiful island of Santorini You can register at: http://www.civr2009.org/registration CIVR 2009 Organizing Committee