The workshop bring together researchers interested in the dependencies between formal ontologies and lexical semantics in general, and more specifically in the construction of lexical knowledge bases.  Among the issues discussed were also the various applications of lexical semantics to information retrieval, information extraction and related fields. The workshop was a follow up of the CLaRK'2000 Summer School on CL and KR, 25.08-8.09.2000.

7 Sept.: arrivals

8 Sept.: talks, presentations, poster sessions, discussions

9 Sept.: talks, presentations, student sessions, discussions

10 Sept.: discussions, workshop dinner

11 Sept.: departures

The workshop will take place in the town of Sozopol, Bulgaria. Sozopol is one of the best summer resorts on the Black Sea coast, famous for its unique mixture of ancient Greek culture, Bulgarian traditional atmosphere (18th century), excellent climate and entertainment facilities.  In addition, it is the favorite place of Bulgarian artists, both for performances and for relaxation.
It is situated to the south of Bourgas (to be reached by plane - Bourgas Airport, trains - Bourgas Railway Station, or intercity buses).  It takes 40 minutes to reach Sozopol from Bourgas with the buses and minibuses that run regularly.

The workshop took place in hotel "Flagman".
 

An exposition of contemporary bulgarian paintings took place during the workshop with the support of Culture Forum Magazine. A wine tasting was be organized during the banquet to select "Best Red OntoLex2000" and "Best White OntoLex2000".

Results from the wine tasting:

• Best Red OntoLex2000: Cabernet Sauvignon, Special Reserve, Sliven '94
• Best White OntoLex2000: Muscat, Targoviste '99