From dft@chem.duke.edu Wed Jul 31 12:43:00 EDT 1996
Date: Wed, 31 Jul 1996 11:34:20 -0400 (EDT)
To: jkl@ccl.net
Subject: 97.06.03 DENSITY FUNCTIONAL THEORY AND APPLICATIONS
DFT Symposium at Duke, June 3-7, 1997
Dear Colleague,
We are sending you a copy of the second circular, the registration
form and the accommodation reservation forms for the DFT Symposium
at Duke. I apologize for the inconvenience this email may cause.
(1) The first deadline for registration at a reduced rate is March 15, 1997.
(2) Please submit an abstract for your poster by April 15, 1997.
Follow the instructions in the second circular for the
submission of the abstract.
(3) The formatted documents (MS WORD, Postscript, and rtf) of the
second circular, the registration form and the accommodation
reservation forms will be available in a few days from the Symposium
website " http://www.chem.duke.edu/special/dft/ ".
We are looking forward to seeing you at Duke in June 1997 and we
are looking forward to a successful symposium.
Best Wishes,
Weitao Yang
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* SECOND CIRCULAR *
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Symposium on Density Functional Theory and Applications
A Satellite Symposium of the 9th International Congress of Quantum Chemistry
June 3-7, 1997
Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
Web Site: http://www.chem.duke.edu/special/dft/
A. ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Symposium Organizers:
Weitao Yang Mel Levy
Duke University Tulane University
yang@chem.duke.edu
Local Organizing Committee:
Lee Bartolotti Donald B. Chesnut
Max Berkowitz Jianping Lu
B. CORRESPONDENCE
Symposium on Density Functional Theory
c/o Janet Tippett
Department of Chemistry
Duke University
Box 90347
Durham, NC 27708-0347, USA
Fax: (919) 660-1605 -- Attn.: Janet Tippett
Phone: (919) 660-1505
Email: dft@chem.duke.edu
Web site: http://www.chem.duke.edu/special/dft/
C. SYMPOSIUM SITE AND SCHEDULE
The Symposium will be held in the Paul M. Gross Chemical Laboratory
on the campus of Duke University. Morning sessions will begin at
approximately 8:30 a.m. with a lunch break of one to two hours.
Afternoon sessions will begin at approximately 1:30 and end no later
than 6:30 p.m. There will be morning and afternoon breaks every day.
The BBQ dinner will be held at 7:00 p.m. on the portico of the Paul M.
Gross Chemical Laboratory. The banquet will be held at the Regal
University Hotel and will begin at 7:30 p.m.
June 3: 6:00 p.m., Reception, Paul M. Gross Chemical Laboratory, Duke Campus
7:30 p.m., Poster Session I
June 4: Lectures Lunch Lectures/Posters I* Carolina BBQ dinner
June 5: Lectures Lunch Lectures/Posters II Panel Discussion
June 6: Lectures Lunch Lectures/Posters II* Banquet
June 7: Lectures Lunch Lectures
June 8: 9:00 a.m., Bus leaves for Atlanta**
* The second day continuation for the poster session.
**The bus will leave Durham at approximately 9:00 a.m. on
Sunday, June 8, 1997 and arrive in Atlanta at approximately 5:00 p.m. that
night. A stop will be made along the way for lunch. The fee for this
transportation is $45.00 per person and must be paid along with the
registration fee(s).
Please Note:
(1) Registration fees cover the Reception on June 3 and all
the meals listed above.
(2) Please contact Mrs. Janet Tippett for any special dietary needs.
D. FEES AND REGISTRATION
Fees
Before March 15, 1997: $300 for regular participants, $200 for students
Before April 15, 1997: $350 for regular participants, $250 for students
After April 15, 1997: $400 for regular participants, $300 for students.
(based on availability)
Registration for Accompanying Person: $75
Bus transportation to Atlanta: $45/per person
Registration
Registration forms and information should be sent to:
Symposium on Density Functional Theory
c/o Duke University Conference Services
2010 Campus Drive
Box 90841
Durham, North Carolina, 27708-0841, USA.
Phone:(919) 681-4441 Fax:(919) 681-4451
E-mail:confserv@mail01.adm.duke.edu
Registration Forms, with payment, may be sent by mail or fax. March 15,
1997 is the deadline for reduced registration fees. Please use the
registration form provided. Information should be typed.
E. CANCELLATION POLICY
Prior to March 15, 1997 the full registration fee is refundable. From March
16, 1997 to May 5, 1997 the registration fee minus $50.00 will be refunded.
After May 5, 1997 no registration fees or other fees (if applicable) will be
refunded or accepted. Cancellations must be in writing and sent to
Duke University Conference Services at the address listed on the
registration form.
F. ACCOMMODATIONS
Hotel accommodations are the responsibility of the participant. A block of
rooms has been booked at the Regal University Hotel for symposium
participants and guests. There are also a limited number of rooms
available in student dormitories. Detailed information about both of these
options is available on the accommodation forms which are included at the
end of this circular.
Regal University Hotel Phone: (919) 383-8575
2800 Campus Walk Avenue Fax: (919) 383-8495
Durham, NC 27705-4479, USA
Cost: $98.00/single; $110.00/double per room (per night)
Duke University Residence Halls Phone: (919) 681-4429
Duke Univ. Conference Services Fax: (919) 681-4451
Box 90841
Durham, NC 27708-0841, USA
Cost: $39.00/single; $53.00/double per room (per night)
G. SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACT
All contributed papers will be presented as posters. Participants who
wish to present a paper are requested to send an Abstract to:
Symposium on Density Functional Theory
c/o Janet Tippett
Department of Chemistry
Duke University
Box 90347
Durham, NC 27708-0347, USA,
or Email: dft@chem.duke.edu
Note that the final deadline for abstracts is April 15, 1997. After that,
abstracts may not be printed. The abstract should include the title, authors,
complete address, and the body. Both camera-ready printed abstracts or
e-mailed abstracts will be accepted. Faxed abstracts will not be accepted.
For Camera-Ready Printed Abstract Submission
1. The abstract should be typed on one page of plain, white paper
(US letter paper, 8.5 by 11.0 inches). Font size should be no
less than 10 pts. Leave at least a 1.0 inch margin on all sides. The
printed area should not exceed 6.5 by 9 inches.
2. Underline the name of the presenting author. This name will be
used to edit the abstract book. Indicate if the abstract is for an
invited paper or a contributed paper.
For Email Abstract Submission
1. Make sure that your email massage indicates (a) the name of
the presenting author, and (b) if the abstract is for an Invited
paper or contributed paper.
2. Submit your abstract in unformatted text, or in the Rich Text
Format (rtf) ONLY as an attached file.
H. PROCEEDINGS
The Proceedings of the Congress will be published in the International
Journal of Quantum Chemistry after a proper refereeing process. Both
contributed and invited papers should be submitted in triplicate at
the beginning of the Symposium. For preparation of the
manuscript, please see Instructions to Authors in the International
Journal of Quantum Chemistry ( http://www.kvac.uu.se/ijqc.html ).
Please include the completed copyright form provided in the journal.
I. INSTRUCTIONS FOR POSTER PRESENTATIONS
The first poster session will start at 7:30 PM, Tuesday, June 3.
Each poster will be displayed for two days and the official presentation
will be on the first day.
All posters will be displayed in the lobby of the Paul M. Gross
Chemical Laboratory. The poster stands will provide a display area of
approximately 1.2 x 1.2 m. Materials for attaching posters will be
provided.
J. SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
Jan Andzelm (USA)
Julio A. Alonso (Spain)
Neil W. Ashcroft (USA)
E. J. Baerends (Netherlands)
Rodney J. Bartlett (USA)
Axel Becke (Canada)
Kieron Burke (USA)
Roberto Car (Switzerland)
P. K. Chattaraj (India)
Delano Chong (Canada)
Morrel H. Cohen (USA)
Ernest R. Davidson (USA)
Bernard T. Delley (Switzerland)
John F. Dobson (Australia)
Brett I. Dunlap (USA)
Jose L. Gazquez (Mexico)
Andreas Goerling (Germany)
Eberhard K. U. Gross (Germany)
Nicholas C. Handy (UK)
Andrzej Holas (Poland)
Benny G. Johnson (USA)
Walter Kohn (USA)
Joseph B. Krieger (USA)
David C. Langreth (USA)
Mel Levy (USA)
Jianping Lu (USA)
Eduardo V. Ludena (Venezuela)
Norman H. March (UK)
Richard M. Martin (USA)
Wilfried J. Mortier (Belgium)
Agnes Nagy (Hungary)
Roman Nalewajski (Poland)
Robert G. Parr (USA)
Jerome K. Percus (USA)
John P. Perdew (USA)
Peter Politzer (USA)
John A. Pople (USA)
Dennis R. Salahub (Canada)
Otto F. Sankey (USA)
Andreas Savin (France)
Gustavo E. Scuseria (USA)
Lu J. Sham (USA)
Vedene Smith (Canada)
Alain St.-Amant (Canada)
Ellen B. Stechel (USA)
Micheal P. Teter (USA)
Andreas K. Theophilou (Greece)
Sam B. Trickey (USA)
Thanh N. Truong (USA)
Cyrus J. Umrigar (USA)
Giovanni Vignale (USA)
Weitao Yang (USA)
Tom Zeigler (Canada)
J. VISA AND INVITATION LETTER
Participants who need visas should consult their local US Embassy or
Consulate for details. If a formal invitation letter is needed, please contact:
Symposium on Density Functional Theory
c/o Janet Tippett
Department of Chemistry
Duke University
Box 90347
Durham, NC 27708, USA
Email: dft@chem.duke.edu.
Please include a curriculum vitae in your correspondence.
K. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Transportation: Information concerning transportation to and from the
airport is included in the accommodation form for participants staying at the
Regal University Hotel. There will be transportation available to and from
the conference site each day.
For participant staying at Duke University Residence Halls, please
take a taxi from the airport.
Bus transportation is available around campus and also throughout many
areas of Durham.
Weather: The average maximum daytime temperature in Durham in June
is 85-90 degree F (29-32 degree C). Evenings are also usually
warm (60-70 degree F).
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SYMPOSIUM ON DENSITY FUNCTIONAL THEORY
AND APPLICATIONS
A Satellite Symposium of the 9th International
Congress of Quantum Chemistry
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* Registration Form *
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JUNE 3 - 7, 1997
DUKE UNIVERSITY,
DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA, USA
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION:
(NOTE: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS CLEAR-PLEASE TYPE.)
Name: _____________________________________________________________________
Family Name First Name Title
Institution:
___________________________________________________________________________
Address:
___________________________________________________________________________
City: _______________________ State/Province: __________________________
Country: ____________________ Postal Code: _____________________________
Phone: ______________________ Fax: _____________________________________
E-mail: ___________________________
Accompanying person's name:________________________________________________
REGISTRATION FEES:
(Please mark the appropriate choice)
Students:* Participants:
Prior to March 15 $200 ______ $300 ______
March 16 - April 15 $250 ______ $350 ______
After April 15 $300 ______ $400 ______
Accompanying person $75 ______
*To be eligible for the student registration fee, participants must submit
proof of undergraduate or graduate student status.
OTHER FEES:
A bus will take participants from the DFT Symposium in Durham, North
Carolina to Atlanta, Georgia for the 9th International Congress of Quantum
Chemistry. The bus will leave Durham at approximately 9:00 a.m. on
Sunday, June 8, 1997 and arrive in Atlanta at approximately 5:00 p.m. that
night. A stop will be made along the way for lunch. The fee for this
transportation is $45.00 per person and must be paid along with the
registration fee(s).
Bus transportation: ______ people (@ $45.00 per person) = $_________.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Prior to March 15, 1997 the full registration fee is refundable. From
March 16, 1997 to May 5, 1997 the registration fee minus $50.00 will
be refunded. After May 5, 1997 no registration fees or other fees (if
applicable) will be refunded or accepted. Cancellations must be in
writing and sent to Duke University Conference Services at the
address listed at the end of this document.
***PAYMENT INFORMATION***
PAYMENTS
All fees must be paid in US currency. Personal checks cannot be accepted.
Amount of payment: $_________________
(Registration and transportation total from above)
Type of payment:
________An institution check or money order for the amount written
above is enclosed. Payment should be payable to Duke University
Conference Services.
________Please charge my credit card account the amount written above.
Type of Card:
_____ VISA____ American Express_____ MasterCard______ Discover
Card Number: _______________________________ Expiration Date: ____/____/____
Signature: _____________________________________________________________________
If payment is made by credit card, the registration form may be faxed.
Please fax both pages of this form to Conference Services:
FAX: (919) 681-4451
Phone: (919) 681-4441
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MAY 5TH.
Registration Forms should be returned to:
Symposium on Density Functional Theory
c/o Duke University Conference Services
2010 Campus Drive, Box 90841
Durham, North Carolina 27708-0841
USA
e-mail: confserv@mail01.adm.duke.edu
PLEASE KEEP A COPY OF THIS FORM FOR YOUR INFORMATION.
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* Accommodation Reservation Form *
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REGAL UNIVERSITY HOTEL
for
SYMPOSIUM ON DENSITY FUNCTIONAL THEORY AND APPLICATIONS
A Satellite Symposium of the 9th International
Congress of Quantum Chemistry
JUNE 3 - 7, 1997
DUKE UNIVERSITY
DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA, USA
HOTEL INFORMATION:
Single Rate (1 person): $98.00/night
Double Rate (per room): $110.00/night
Hotel Direct: 1-800-633-5379
Website: http:www.regal-hotels.com/durham
Mail to: Regal University Hotel
2800 Campus Walk Avenue
Durham, NC 27705 USA
or Fax to:
(919) 383-8495 or (919) 383-6035
Reservations must be made by April 4, 1997 to guarantee
availability and special rate.
Free Parking
Close to Duke University and Research Triangle Park
Free Airport Shuttle Service (7:00 am - 11:00 p.m.)
Room Service 6:30 am - 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Chancellors Quarters
Bel Gusto d'Italia Restaurant
Jacuzzi
Lobby Bar in open atrium
Indoor Swimming Pool
Racquet Club facilities, tennis courts, and golf course nearby
Sundeck
No charge for local or toll free calls
ROOM RATES INCLUDE TAX (11%) AND BREAKFAST BUFFET, TAX AND GRATUITY.
RESERVATIONS MAY BE GUARANTEED WITH ONE NIGHTS DEPOSIT OR A
CREDIT CARD NUMBER. DEPOSITS ARE REFUNDABLE IF RESERVATIONS
ARE CANCELED 48 HOURS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL. ALL OTHER RESERVATIONS
WILL BE HELD UNTIL 4 PM. SPECIAL ROOM TYPE AND/OR LOCATION IS ON A
REQUEST BASIS ONLY, DEPENDING ON AVAILABILITY UPON ARRIVAL.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION:
(NOTE: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS CLEAR - PLEASE TYPE.)
Name: ______________________________________________________________________
Last Name First Name
Address: ___________________________________________________________________
City: _______________ State/Province: _____________
Country: ____________ Postal Code: ________________
Phone: ______________________ Fax: _______________________
E-mail: ___________________________
Arrival Date: ______________ Departure Date:_____________
Arrival Time: ______________ No. of Rooms: _____________
No. of Adults: _____________ No. of Children*: _________
Sharing Room With: _________________________
*Children Under 18 Free in Same Room with Parents.
NOTE: DFT Symposium, Group #213
PAYMENT INFORMATION:
____ VISA ____ American Express ____ MasterCard
____ Discover ____ Carte Blanche ____ Diners Club
Card Number: _______________________________ Expiration Date: ____/____/____
Signature: _____________________________________________________________________
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* Accommodation Reservation Form *
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Duke University Residence Halls
for
SYMPOSIUM ON DENSITY FUNCTIONAL THEORY AND APPLICATIONS
A Satellite Symposium of the 9th International
Congress of Quantum Chemistry
JUNE 3 - 7, 1997
DUKE UNIVERSITY
DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA, USA
Name of
Participant:_________________________________________________________
(Type or Print) Family Name First Name Title
Institution:_________________________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________________________
City: __________________ State/Province/Country: ___________________
Postal Code:__________________
Phone: _________________________ Fax: _______________________________
Email:_______________________________
Accompanying person's
name:________________________________________________________________
Should you choose to request accommodations in the Duke University
Residence Halls, you need to consider:
1. No accommodations are available prior to Monday, June 2.
2. Early arrivals may check in on Monday, June 2 from 4:00pm
to 7:00pm. If you cannot arrive between these hours,
you should plan other accommodations.
3. Check in on Tuesday, June 3 is from 3:00pm to 6:00pm.
Check-in/Check-out Information:
Day and Date of Check-in: Day ___________ Date____________
Day and Date of Check-out: Day __________ Date____________
Approximate Arrival Time: ________________________________
Requested Accommodations:
Room Choice:
__ Single - $39.00 per night (includes local taxes)
__ Double - $53.00 per night [$26.50 per night, per person]
(includes local taxes)
For those requesting a double room - Name of Roommate:__________________
If requesting a double room and no roommate is listed you will
be assigned a single room at the single room rate.
DEPOSITS
A deposit equal to one day's lodging is required to hold your reserved room.
Amount of Deposit:________________
CANCELLATION POLICY
Prior to or on May 5, 1997 the entire amount of the accommodation deposit
is refundable. After May 5, 1997 this deposit is not refundable.
If you must cancel your reservation, you must submit the cancellation
in writing to Duke University Conference Services at the address listed
in the bottom of the page. Cancellations must be postmarked prior to
May 5, 1997.
TRANSPORTATION TO DUKE UNIVERSITY
In formation regarding transportation to Duke University will be
provided with your room confirmation letter.
PAYMENTS
All fees must be paid in US currency. Personal checks are not accepted.
Amount of payment - Deposit amount from above: __________________
Type of Payment:
____ An institution check or money order for the amount written
above is enclosed. Payment should be payable to
Duke University Conference Services.
_____ Please charge my credit card account the amount written above.
Type of Card: _____VISA _____American Express
_____MasterCard _____Discover
Card Number: ________________________________________
Expiration Date:_____________________________________
Signature:_______________________________________________________
Participants choosing to stay in the Duke University Residence Halls
should return this form to:
Duke University Conference Services
Box 90841
Durham, North Carolina, USA
27708-0841
FAX: 919/681-4451
Email: ConfServ@mail01.adm.duke.edu
PLEASE KEEP A COPY OF THIS FORM FOR YOUR INFORMATION.
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Current Address
Weitao Yang
Visiting Associate Professor
Department of Chemistry
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Clear Water Bay, Kowloon
Hong Kong
TEL: 852-2358-7370
FAX: 852-2358-1594
Email: yang@chem.duke.edu (automatically forward to HK)
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Permanent Address
Weitao Yang TEL: (919)660-1562
Associate Professor FAX: (919)660-1605
Department of Chemistry yang@chem.duke.edu
Duke University
Box 90346
Durham, North Carolina 27708-0346
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Web page for the DFT Symposium, June 3-7, 1997
http://www.chem.duke.edu/special/dft/
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