Quantum Espresso Online Workshop (June 2025)

Learn the basics of materials modeling with Quantum ESPRESSO in this 7-day beginner-friendly workshop. Get hands-on with DFT, SCF calculations, band structure plotting, and magnetic simulations. Includes live expert sessions, pro

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Dr Sai Raj Ali

Language

english

Level

Beginner

What you will learn

Understand the fundamentals of Density Functional Theory (DFT) and its applications.

Set up and configure a virtual machine environment for simulations.

Install and run Quantum ESPRESSO for self-consistent field (SCF) calculations.

Perform geometry optimization and determine equilibrium lattice parameters.

Plot and interpret band structures and density of states (DOS).

Simulate magnetic systems using spin-polarized calculations.

Analyze output files and troubleshoot common simulation issues.

Apply learned concepts to independently run materials simulations for research.

Course content

Course Description

A 7-day hands-on workshop tailored for researchers and students interested in computational materials science. Learn how to simulate and analyze materials using Quantum ESPRESSO, a powerful open-source suite for electronic-structure calculations and materials modeling.

💻 Who is this for?
Beginners with a basic understanding of quantum mechanics, solid-state physics or chemistry, and Linux terminal usage (recommended, not required).

👨‍🏫 Meet the Instructors
Experts from leading institutions including IISER Pune, CSIR NCL, Jamia Millia Islamia, Université Aix-Marseille, and Gdańsk University of Technology.

📅 Workshop Schedule

  • Day 0 (June 7): VM Setup, Linux, Shell/Bash Scripting

  • Day 1 (June 12): Introduction to DFT and Virtual Machine Setup

  • Day 2 (June 13): Installation & SCF Calculations

  • Days 3–4: Practice Sessions

  • Day 5 (June 16): Geometry & Cell Parameter Optimization

  • Day 6 (June 17): Band Structure & DOS Plotting

  • Day 7 (June 18): Magnetic System Simulations

🔍 Topics Covered

  • Density Functional Theory (DFT)

  • Quantum ESPRESSO installation and setup

  • SCF calculations, geometry optimizations

  • Electronic structure analysis: band structures and DOS

  • Magnetic simulations and surface slab construction

🎯 Workshop Features

  • Beginner-friendly, project-based learning

  • Live interactive sessions with Q&A

  • Lifetime access to recordings and materials

  • Personalized support from mentors

  • Certificate of Completion upon project submission

💰 Fee: ₹1999 INR | $25 USD
📍 Register Now: qe.scidart.com
📩 Contact: [email protected] | +91 94472 67129

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  • Free

This Course Includes

  • Personal support from experts

  • Certification

  • Lifetime access

  • Live session recordings

  • Community platform