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Last update: 23 March 2008

 

Introduction to Gaussian: Theory and Practice

Sydney, Australia
September 9 - 12, 2008

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Gaussian, Inc., in conjunction with Sun Microsystems Inc., is pleased to sponsor “Introduction to Gaussian: Theory and Practice.” This workshop will be presented by representatives of Gaussian, Inc., and will take place at the University of Sydney in Sydney, Australia. It has been scheduled immediately prior to the 8th Triennial WATOC.

The workshop will cover the full range of methods available in the Gaussian 03 package with emphasis on new methods and features which make Gaussian applicable to an ever widening spectrum of research applications. The workshop is structured to provide an introduction to electronic structure theory as well as a hands-on review for researchers active in the field. It is open to researchers at all levels of academic, government and industrial research.

Tentative Topic List:

  • Introduction to Electronic Structure Theory
  • Independent Particle Methods
  • Model Chemistries: A Framework for Understanding Electronic Structure Theory Results
  • Using ONIOM
  • MCSCF Methods and Applications
  • Geometry Optimization Techniques
  • Electron Correlation Methods
  • Density Functional Theory Methods
  • Methods for Excited Electronic States
  • Interpretation of Gaussian Results
  • Prediction of Molecular Properties
  • Solvent Effects via Electronic Structure Methods
  • Estimating Resource Requirements

There will be hands-on sessions each day between the morning and afternoon lectures. Workshop participants will be provided with use of a workstation to complete exercises, experiment and/or conduct short research topics. The GaussView user interface will be used to perform visualization of results and to facilitate calculation setup.

Each workshop participant will also be provided a copy of the lecture notes, a copy of Exploring Chemistry with Electronic Structure Methods (2nd. Ed.) and a copy of the Gaussian 03 User’s Reference.

Poster Session: There will be a poster session for workshop participants, during the workshop. If you would like to present a poster, indicate this on your registration form.

Cost: Academic: USD $450.00 per person; Commercial: USD $600.00 per person.

Hotel Accommodations: Hotel accommodations will be the responsibility of each participant. A list of hotel accommodations in the vicinity of the workshop location has been compiled to assist you in your travel plans. The WATOC website also lists hotel choices near the conference location.

Meals: All meals will be the responsibility of each participant.

Registration Deadline: Registration materials and the registration fee must be received by August 11, 2008.

For further details and application procedures, contact the Workshop Coordinator at Gaussian, Inc.

Hotels Near the Workshop Site

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These hotels are a fairly easy walk to Sydney University and a short bus ride or reasonable walk to the WATOC venue. All are located on the edge of Sydney University Campus, near range of restaurants and cafes in Glebe. Expect a 10-15 minute walk to thelecture and lab locations. They are also on the main bus route to city or a 10 minute walk to the Central Station:

These hotels are located within walking distance of the WATOC conference and are a 20-30 minute walk to the workshop locations (or you can take one of the frequent buses):.

Note: The WATOC website also lists hotel choices near the conference location.