Computational Chemistry Workshop
The field of computational chemistry can be defined as the use of computers to study chemical problems. This alternative, yet often complementary approach to traditional experimental techniques allows us to 'see' things that may be too difficult or impossible to measure experimentally.
Furthermore, it can be used to investigate highly reactive or toxic chemicals. In fact, computational chemistry is now commonly used by, for example, pharmaceutical companies to help design more effective therapeutic drugs, automotive companies for the design of new engine oils, and NASA for the study of rocket fuels and interstellar gas and dust clouds.
The workshop will run on Wednesday October 14 and Thursday October 15 from 1:00 to 2:00 in the Science Resource Centre (Essex Hall, room 182-1)
In this approximately one hour session we will learn about various chemistry related software that is available on the Science Resource Centre computers. Then, we will learn how we can apply such software to investigate the properties of chemical species.
Preregistration is required to insure that facilities are available. Space is limited to 20 students per workshop, so please register soon! Register by emailing Dr. James Gauld at gauld@uwindsor.ca
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