The technical program will consist of oral and poster sessions of contributed papers, plus poster sessions of work in progress. Invited Lectures and Topical Reviews will be given by eminent specialists. Contributed papers will be organized into Colloquia on topics of special interest.

The Program Committee for the 28th Symposium consists of:
the Program Co-Chairs, the Co-Chairs of the Colloquia, and the Co-Chairs of the Work-in-Progress Poster Sessions.

Submitted manuscripts will be assigned to the Colloquium topic area most closely related to the content of the paper. Authors must indicate their choice of Colloquium topic. Colloquium Co-Chairs will coordinate review of the manuscripts in their topic area. They will solicit and evaluate written reviews and recommend papers for presentation at the Symposium. For manuscripts that cannot be placed in one of the Colloquium areas, reviews will be coordinated by the Program Co-Chairs. Complete written reviews will be used to select papers for presentation. Based on the final structure of the Symposium, the Program Committee will divide the accepted papers into those to be presented orally and those to be presented as contributed posters. Author preference will be considered. Contributed oral presentations will be arranged into parallel sessions. Contributed Posters will be presented in a single session, with no other concurrent sessions. All accepted Contributed Papers, both oral and poster, will be considered for publication.

December 15, 1999 Deadline for receipt of completed manuscripts for Contributed Papers
April 1, 2000 Authors notified of the decision on Contributed Papers

It is the authors’ responsibility to ensure that papers are received by the due date. The use of registered mail and overnight delivery service is advised. Papers received after the due date will not be accepted if the Program Co-Chairs believe there is inadequate time for thorough review. Authors who anticipate that their paper may arrive after the due date because of unusual circumstances must contact either of the Program Co-Chairs by phone, fax or e-mail prior to the due date.

Send seven (7) review copies of the manuscript plus one (1) extra unstapled copy of the cover page, of the Abstract, and of the References used in the paper to:

1. maximum allowable length = 5500 words
2. standard figure or table (one column wide, height = width) = 200 words

example: a figure two columns in width and height = 800 words
3. simple one line, one column equations and two blank lines = 21 words
4. longer and multilevel equations count accordingly
5. each line in the Nomenclature Table = 7 words
6. abstract, figure and table captions are not included in the word count
7. references are included in the word count: 7 words equal 1 line of text

1. organize the manuscript in the following order:

Title Page, Abstract, Introduction, Main Body, Conclusions, Nomenclature, Appendices,  acknowledgements, References, Captions, Tables, and Figures
2. do not use numerals to denote separate sections

1. title of the paper
2. authors and affiliations
3. corresponding author's COMPLETE address, including country
4. fax (ESSENTIAL)
5. e-mail (ESSENTIAL)
6. name of the colloquium that most accurately describes the research topic
7. total word count and how it is determined
8. choice of oral or poster presentation

1. 200 to 300 words
2. type single spaced
3. prepare one extra, unstapled copy on separate sheet

1. must be in English
2. type single sided and double-spaced on
3. 210 x 297 (A4) or 215 x 280 mm (8.5 x 11 inch) white paper
4. even margins so that the body of the text = 165 x 230 (6.5 x 9 inch)
5. references, nomenclature and figure number with captions - type on separate sheets
6. retain ORIGINAL illustrations pending outcome of the review process

1. copies of figures should not be larger than 160 x 230 mm (6.5 x 8 inches)
2. a standard figure when reduced to 63 mm (2.5 inches) column width by 63 mm (2.5 inches) in height = 200 words
3. any figure extending beyond the above standard width and height requires additional word count proportional to the area of the figure
4. lettering and data points should be large enough to be at least 1.5 mm (1/16 in) after reduction
5. each figure must have a number and caption, i.e. Fig.1 - A Flame
6. use a minimum amount of text within each illustration; add text to caption instead
7. number the figures consecutively in the text, referring to figures as Fig 1, etc. unless "figure" is the first word in a paragraph, then spell out
8. keep photographs to a minimum - line drawings are preferred
9. cost of printing color figures will be a direct charge to the author

1. use typewritten letters, numbers and symbols for mathematical material
2. use fractional exponents instead of root signs
3. use the solidus (/) for simple fractions

1. number tables consecutively with Arabic numerals
2. indicate footnotes to tables by superscript letters, beginning with "a"

1. if symbols are used extensively, a listing, arranged alphabetically, must be supplied
2. list all subscript and superscript symbols separately
3. write out abbreviations of chemical compounds or other acronyms at their first mention (abbreviation in parenthesis)

1. indicate references in the text by full-sized numbers in brackets, i.e. [7]
2. number in the order cited
3. the following are examples of properly formatted references.

To provide a forum for presentation and discussion of work in progress, poster sessions will be scheduled to run concurrently with contributed oral sessions. Presentation in Work-in-Progress Poster Sessions will be determined on the basis of a one-page abstract. A full length paper is not required and the materials presented in Work-in-Progress Sessions will not be published in the Symposium Proceedings. The abstracts of these posters will be included in the Book of Abstracts. The Work-in-Progress Sessions will be organized by John F. Griffiths, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK, and Christopher H. Priddin, Rolls-Royce plc, Derby, UK.

April 14, 2000 Deadline for receipt of abstracts submitted for Work-in-Progress Posters
May 12, 2000 Authors notified of decision for Work-in-Progress Posters

1. one full page in length
2. single spaced on 210 x 297 mm (A4) or 215 x 280 mm (8.5 x 11 inch) white paper, if possible, type with 12 pt Times Roman font
3. center authors’ names and affiliations under the title at the top of the page
4. even margins so that text = 164 x 230 mm (6.5 x 9 inches)
5. on separate page, corresponding author's complete address, INCLUDING FAX AND E-MAIL
6. send one camera-ready abstract and two copies to:

A paperbound Book of Abstracts of all Contributed Papers and all Work-in-Progress Posters will be included in the registration packet at the Symposium. Proceedings of the Twenty-Eighth Symposium will be published following the Symposium. Symposium registrants will have the option to purchase this volume with registration. Proceedings of the previous Combustion Symposia are essential reference works in the field of combustion. Abstracts and Proceedings are available through The Combustion Institute, 5001 Baum Boulevard, Suite 635, Pittsburgh PA 15213-1851.

Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, is one of the world's most beautiful cities, renowned for its history, heritage, architecture and culture. The city attracts over 6 million visitors each year and is one of the major conference venues in the UK. Edinburgh is a city of contrasts: of medieval streets, of wide leafy avenues, of gardens, parks and hills. The city has over 70 art galleries, museums and theatres. It is also a Royal City and has been the home of monarchs for over 500 years. Its ancient castle houses the Scottish Crown Jewels. There has been a fortress on the Castle Rock since the 7th Century and the site is steeped in history. From there, one can stroll down the Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyrood, with countless opportunities for exploring museums and craft shops on the way. On the other side of Princes' Street lies the 'New Town', a model of 18th Century elegance. During the weeks following the symposium, the city is home to the world-famous Edinburgh International Festival and associated "Fringe". This is the world's largest celebration of the arts, encompassing theatre, opera, dance, music and visual arts. Edinburgh will be pulling out all the stops in 2000, making this a very special occasion. The international appeal of Edinburgh is further reflected in the quality and cosmopolitan flavor of its restaurants, pubs and bars, which delegates will be able to sample during their stay.

Beyond Edinburgh lies the beauty of Scotland, with wide ranging opportunities for visits before and after the Symposium. To the south lies the Border Country, steeped in rich traditions reflecting a turbulent past. To the north are the Highlands, including the romantic Isle of Skye, offering vast sweeps of unspoilt countryside for hill walking, pony trekking, visiting whisky distilleries or simply taking in the magnificent scenery. The north-west offers an unparalleled variety of scenery, from the spectacular mountains of Kintail to the rocky crags of Sutherland, where the winding coastal road leads through large nature reserves to fishing villages, from where boats may be hired. To the south-west is Bute and South Argyll, with low rolling hills and shores dotted with scores of quiet beaches and harbors offering fishing and water sports. Scotland is also a golfer’s paradise. St. Andrews, birthplace of golf, is only 50 miles (80 km) from Edinburgh, but distinctive courses and links are to be found in every area of the country.

The weather in Edinburgh during July/August can be warm and dry, with an average temperature of 18.3 oC and a daily average of 5.1 hours of bright sunshine, but it can also rain. Delegates are recommended to bring some warmer clothing for outdoor events.

Travelling to Edinburgh is quick and convenient. Edinburgh International Airport, situated approximately 20 minutes drive from the city centre, has direct flights from many European cities. A wider range of air links is provided at Glasgow Airport, about an hour's drive from Edinburgh. There is an extensive network of rail services from London and other UK cities. High speed trains (125 mph/ 200 km/hr) operate on the east coast route, giving a journey time of 4½ hours from London King's Cross to Waverley station in the heart of Edinburgh. The city is also served by a comprehensive network of motorways and trunk roads, making easy access from all directions.

The Symposium will open with a Welcome Reception at the Edinburgh Art College. Plenary lectures will be held in the McEwan Hall and other technical sessions in closely-grouped lecture rooms in the nearby George Square complex. The Tuesday Cultural Evening will take place in St. Giles Cathedral and on Wednesday afternoon, there will be a BBQ at Oxenfoord Castle, about 35 minutes drive from the city centre. The Banquet will be held at Dynamic Earth, a millennium development in central Edinburgh (not everything in Edinburgh is old!).

Symposium participants and guests may choose to stay in high-quality campus accommodation, which is about 1 km from the technical sessions, or in one of several hotels, ranging from 2- to 4-star, located near the city centre (within 1-2 km of the technical sessions).

Additional information on Edinburgh attractions, accommodation and other aspects of the Symposium will be soon be available on this web site.