From sam*- at -*TC.Cornell.EDU Tue Aug 9 15:31:00 1994 Received: from tiberius.tc.cornell.edu for sam "-at-" TC.Cornell.EDU by www.ccl.net (8.6.9/930601.1506) id PAA06892; Tue, 9 Aug 1994 15:15:56 -0400 Received: (from sam*- at -*localhost) by tiberius.tc.cornell.edu (8.6.9/8.6.6) id PAA46882; Tue, 9 Aug 1994 15:21:29 -0400 Message-Id: <199408091921.PAA46882 _-at-_)tiberius.tc.cornell.edu> To: chemistry _-at-_)ccl.net Subject: Scientific Visualization Workshops Reply-to: "Susan A. Martin (sam)" Date: Tue, 09 Aug 94 15:21:28 -0400 From: "Susan A. Martin (sam)" THIS ANNOUNCEMENT AND REGISTRATION FORM ARE ACCESSIBLE VIA MOSAIC AT http://www.tc.cornell.edu/Events Cornell Theory Center Scientific Visualization Workshops The Cornell Theory Center will hold two unique workshops, back-to-back, October 4-5, and October 6-7, 1994: ***************************************************************** Workshop #1: Scientific Visualization using IBM Data Explorer October 4-5, 1994 ***************************************************************** The goal of this workshop is to enable participants to design scientific visualization, animated or still, with emphasis on large 3D scalar and vector fields using IBM's Visualization Data Explorer software (DX). DX allows point-and-click program design and animation, providing an easily learned, flexible 3D graphics environment. DX is an X-client which runs on the IBM RISC System/6000, IBM POWER Visualization Server, IBM Scalable POWERparallel Systems, Silicon Graphics IRIS Indigo and IRIS Crimson, Hewlett-Packard 700 series, and SUN SPARCstations. Program design, exploration of data sets and still image production can all be done on the workstations. The workshop will focus on the new release of DX, version 2.1. This two day workshop will offer instruction and lab time on the Theory Center's IBM RISC System/6000 serial cluster. Topics covered by the workshop will include: Overview of Visualization Introduction to DX Creating a program Importing data Creating macros Building a Visual Program Advanced modules ***************************************************************** Workshop #2: Molecular Graphics and Animation Workshop October 6-7, 1994 ***************************************************************** This event covers 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. 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 (2.1) and have the opportunity to create an animated video or MPEG movie if time permits. The use of the commercial package RenderMan in conjunction with DX will also be discussed. Additional advanced topics including virtual reality, 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. *********************************************************************** REGISTRATION *********************************************************************** Participants must have prior experience with the UNIX operating system. The workshops 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. Applicants are invited to attend either workshop or both. To Apply Due to restricted space, registration for this workshop is limited. PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO RESEARCHERS WHO ALREADY HAVE AN ALLOCATION FOR CORNELL THEORY CENTER RESOURCES. The completed application form, along with payment, must be received by August 31, 1994. Applications will be accepted after this date if openings still remain. The workshop fee includes all workshop materials. Local participants 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. Applicants should receive notification by September 7, 1994. REGISTRATION FORM Payment scale, per workshop, payable to Cornell University: Academic participants: $60 Corporate Research Institute members: $300 Please check the following: ____ I will attend workshop #1 Scientific Visualization using IBM Data Explorer October 4-5, 1994 payment _______________ ____ I will attend workshop #2 Molecular Graphics and Animation October 6-7, 1994 payment _______________ TOTAL _______________ (must be received by August 31, 1994!) Name __ Institution __ Address __ Telephone __ Fax __ Preferred electronic mail address __ Do you have a current Theory Center account: __no __yes (if yes, who is the Principal Investigator?) (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) *Submission of social security numbers is voluntary and will not affect eligibility for access to the Center's facilities. However, they are an integral part of the National Science Foundation's information system and assist in managing the Supercomputer Centers program. SSN solicited under NSF Act of 1950, as amended. 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: __ Please 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 August 31, 1994. Send to: Jeanne Butler Cornell Theory Center 427 Engineering and Theory Center Building Ithaca, NY 14853-3801 (607) 254-8813 jeanne-!at!-tc.cornell.edu Accommodations Blocks of rooms will be held at the hotel 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 $65 per night Release date: September 12, 1994 Other nearby hotels, blocks are NOT reserved at these: Statler Hotel Cornell University Campus 607/257-2500 Best Western University Inn East Hill Plaza, Rt. 393 and Judd Falls Road, Ithaca 607/272-6100 FAX: 607/272-1518 All trade names referenced are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.