2018 Workshops

Starting with classroom-tested modules and materials, we will identify additional application areas that can serve as exemplars for different approaches to parallelization. The participants will then help develop action plans for the creation of new modules. We expect all materials to run on a variety of platforms. If you have a LittleFe cluster, please bring it to the workshop. If not, you can start by borrowing one of ours as we extend the materials to the variety of architectures accessible through XSEDE.

This workshop focuses on how computer technology can be used to enhance and improve the educational experience of students. Non-expert college faculty will be introduced to the basics of molecular modeling through lectures followed by hands-on sessions in the computer laboratory. In addition to molecular modeling techniques, other free and low-cost visualization, modeling, simulation, and mathematics software will be introduced via hands-on activities. Participants will have time to begin development of curriculum materials for use in the classroom. Free access to molecular modeling software for educational uses will also be provided beyond the end of the workshop.