Date: July 03 - 05, 2024 Venue: Zoom event
Join us for a comprehensive three-day workshop, From Setup to Solution—Getting Started with VASP, designed to provide beginners with a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Density Functional Theory (DFT) and the Projector Augmented Wave (PAW) method. Throughout the workshop, participants will explore the theoretical underpinnings of DFT and PAW, gaining a deep understanding of these essential concepts in computational materials science.
This workshop offers a hands-on approach to mastering VASP, guided by a series of three lectures focusing on key aspects of electronic structure calculations. The first lecture will introduce participants to the basics of DFT and the PAW method, laying the groundwork for understanding the principles behind VASP. The second lecture will explore techniques for converging the electronic structure, providing participants with practical insights into which algorithms are available and how to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of their simulations. The third lecture will focus on structure optimization, guiding participants through the process of setting up structures and relaxing them to achieve stable and realistic configurations.
In addition to the lectures, participants will engage in guided hands-on sessions, allowing them to apply the concepts learned in practice. Attendees will learn run some fundamental VASP calculations and explore all steps from input preparation to result analysis. Moreover, participants will have the unique opportunity to interact directly with the developers of VASP to discuss the tutorials as well as get advice on their own research.
Don’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your journey into the world of computational materials science with VASP. Whether you’re new to electronic structure calculations or looking to deepen your understanding, this workshop is your gateway to unlocking the full potential of VASP for research and discovery.
Registration opens on June 03, 2024. Please save the date because the number of spots is limited.