Training material
MaX incorporates different means for online learning. Several online courses and video lectures for higher education in Universities are made available on different platforms to support training at distance. We welcome students, researchers, and even seasoned scientists to enhance and refresh their knowledge and skills through our courses.
Lhumos
The Lhumos training portal provides access to recent video lectures and educational materials. Developed with support from MaX, Lhumos offers videos, tutorials, seminars, and exercises. It covers key topics such as electronic structure calculations, molecular dynamics, and code optimization, making it a valuable platform for learning.
Tutorials
MaX regularly hosts training schools focused on its lighthouse codes. This page offers open-access lecture notes, tutorials, and educational content from these events. The materials are designed to support learning for both students and professionals interested in the use and development of MaX scientific software tools.
Webinars
MaX webinars bring together researchers, developers, and scientists to explore the latest HPC and computational materials science advances. They foster remote learning, offering flexible, structured sessions that support self-paced skill development in an accessible and collaborative format.
YouTube videolectures
Recordings of MaX training events and schools are available on the MaX YouTube channel. The channel includes earlier video lectures from previous events and educational initiatives. You can browse both the Videos and Playlists sections to explore a wide range of topics at your convenience.
Masterclasses and additional resources
MaX promotes high-quality, specialised learning experiences with in-depth knowledge in computational materials science. Classes are targeted to master’s level students. Additional resources on transdisciplinary learning are also available:
Laboratory of Quantum Simulation of Materials (LabQSM)
A university master-level class on electronic structure methods focusing on density functional theory. Provided by: Andrea Ferretti (CNR) and Daniele Varsano (CNR).
Electronic Structure: from BlackBoard to SourceCode
Theoretical principles and practical implementation of atomistic simulations, covering electronic structure code design using Quantum ESPRESSO. For kind courtesy of Prof. de Gironcoli (SISSA).
Virtual edition from the Digital Learning after its Black Swan
April 28, 2020 - During the pandemic, materials scientists met in a one-day online event to share experiences and brainstorm about the future of online learning.