The 13th IASTED International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing (ASC 2009) will create an international forum for researchers and practitioners to exchange new ideas and practical experience in the areas of soft computing and artificial intelligence. The conference provides an opportunity to present and observe the latest research, results, and ideas in these areas. ASC 2009 will strengthen relations between industry practitioners, research laboratories, and universities. All papers submitted to this conference will be double-blind peer reviewed by at least two members of the International Program Committee and related technical committees. Acceptance will be based primarily on originality, significance, technical soundness, presentation, and references. The conference chair makes the final decision on the acceptance or rejection of the paper. ASC 2009 will be held in conjunction with the IASTED International Conferences on: · Power and Energy Systems (EuroPES 2009) · Applied Simulation and Modelling (ASM 2009)