Subject: Cornell Theory Center Molecular Dynamics and Animation Workshop

From: "Jeanne C. Miller" <[email-masked]>
Date: Tue, 22 Feb 1994 09:29:38 -0500

***************** CORNELL THEORY CENTER *****************     

                 Molecular Graphics and Animation Workshop
 
          ************************ WORKSHOP ***********************
 
 The Cornell Theory Center will hold a workshop April 21-22, 1994 to
 cover the basic principles of Molecular Graphics using the IBM Visualization 
 Data Explorer (DX) software in combination with a publicly-available 
 chemistry module suite (CM) written at the Theory Center. 
 Although some previous DX experience is desirable, a SHORT 
 introduction to DX will be included with the workshop. 

 A second event, Scientific Visualization using IBM Data Explorer, 
 will take place immediately preceeding this workshop, April 19-20, 1994.  
 See the announcement for details.  Applicants are invited to attend 
 either workshop or both.
 
 The workshop will cover the theory and use of the basic molecular graphics
 constructs such as space-filling and stick models, ribbon representations 
 and molecular surfaces.  Visualization of electrostatic fields, quantum 
 mechanics and dynamics may also be covered. Little or no previous chemistry 
 or computer graphics training is assumed.
 
 Good video animation practices will be discussed.  Participants will have 
 access to RS6000 workstations running the latest version of DX (2.0) and 
 have the opportunity to create an animated video if time permits. The use 
 of DX in conjunction with virtual reality hardware (a Tekrontix stereo 
 display and Flock of Birds motion trackers) will also be discussed.
 Additional advanced topics of Module writing and parallelism may be 
 included if there is sufficient interest.
 
 Participants are encouraged to bring their own data sets. Consulting
 staff will be available to assist researchers in their visualization projects.
 
 Participants must have prior experience with the UNIX operating system. 
 The workshop will be held in the training facility on the fourth floor 
 of the Engineering and Theory Center Building on Hoy Road on the 
 Cornell University campus in Ithaca, New York.
 
 Accommodations
 
 Blocks of rooms will be held at the hotels listed below until dates 
 specified. Attendees are responsible for their own reservations and meals. 
 Paid parking is available on campus, but walking or use of the shuttle or 
 bus service, where available, is recommended. 

 Sheraton Inn
 One Sheraton Drive, Ithaca
 607/257-2000
 FAX: 607/257-3998
 Rates start at $64 per night
 Release date: 3/28/94 
 
 Statler Hotel
 Cornell University Campus
 607/257-2500
 FAX: 607/257-6432
 Rates start at $72 per night
 Release date: 3/21/94
 
 Other nearby hotels (Note- room blocks NOT reserved): 
 
 Collegetown Motor Lodge
 312 College Avenue, Ithaca
 607/273-3542, 800/745-3542
 FAX: 607/272-3542
 
 Best Western University Inn
 East Hill Plaza, Rt. 393 and Judd Falls Road, Ithaca
 607/272-6100
 FAX: 607/272-1518
 
 To Apply
 
 Due to restricted space, registration for this workshop is limited. 
 Preference will be given to those researchers who have already received an 
 allocation at the Theory Center. The completed application form, along 
 with payment, must be received by March 21, 1994. Applications will 
 be accepted after this date if openings still remain. The workshop fee 
 includes all workshop materials. Local researchers may charge the registration 
 fee to the appropriate Cornell University account number. Applications 
 which do not include payment cannot be accepted. Payment checks will be 
 returned promptly to applicants not accepted due to over-enrollment. 
 
 Payment scale, payable to Cornell University: 
 
 Academic participants: $60
 Corporate Research Institute members: $250
 Other corporate participants: $500

 Applicants will be notified by March 25, 1994.

 
 REGISTRATION FORM
 Molecular Graphics and Animation Workshop
 
 Name __
 
 Institution __
 
 Address __
 
 Telephone __
 
 Fax __
 
 Preferred electronic mail address __
 
 Do you have a current Theory Center account: __no __yes; my userid is:__ 
 __ (e.g., RS/6000 Cluster, etc.)
 
 Do you have a pending allocation request: __no __yes 
 
 Social Security Number: __
 (required to set up new supercomputer accounts) 
 
 List special needs: __
 (e.g., mobility impaired)
 
 Account number to charge: __
 (Cornell applicants only)
 
 Academic discipline __
 (e.g., mathematical sciences, biological sciences, geosciences, 
 chemical engineering)
 
 Please describe your graphics needs, objective for this workshop, and
 specific research projects you will be using Data Explorer for, if any.

 Status (check all that apply):
 
 Academic __
 Undergraduate Student __
 Graduate Student __
 Post-doctoral __
 Faculty __
 Smart Node Consultant __
 Smart Node Advisor __
 Other (explain): __
 
 Corporate/Commercial
 Research staff __ 
 Other (explain) __
 Name of Firm: __
 
 Indicate which of the following best describes you (optional): 
 
 African American __
 Caucasian __
 Asian American __
 Hispanic American __
 Native American or Alaskan Native __
 Other (please specify) __

 This application form and payment must be received by March 21, 1994. 
 Send to:
 
 Jeanne Miller
 Cornell Theory Center
 427 Engineering and Theory Center Building
 Ithaca, NY  14853-3801
 (607) 254-8813
 [email-masked]
 
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