SCHEMA: Network of Excellence in Content-Based Semantic Scene Analysis and Information Retrieval, IST-2001-32795, Principal Contractor: CERTH/ITI. SCHEMA is a Network of Excellence aiming to promote research and innovative applications in the field of Content Based Semantic Scene Analysis. SCHEMA aims to (i) bring together a critical mass of partners; (ii) exchange information among the partners in order to combine their research work and skills; (iii) disseminate the results of the partnership. The SCHEMA Network of Excellence creates a synergy and a multiplier effect enriching the capabilities of the group of partners by bringing together complementary skills and know-how.