Computational simulations are a cornerstone of modern research, making these skills essential for students. This school focuses on the fundamentals of simulating quantum systems as a direct pathway to applied quantum chemistry. Through a combination of theoretical lectures and hands-on workshops, the curriculum builds from basic numerical methods to complex molecular modeling. Designed for senior undergraduate and master's students, the primary goal is practical competence. By the end of the program, participants will possess the skills to perform and analyze quantum chemistry simulations independently.

The initiative specifically aims to bridge the regional gap in advanced scientific training by bringing specialized, world-class computational physics education directly to Cusco. Furthermore, career development and international opportunities will be discussed to guide motivated students toward PhD and international research programs.

Program Topics

-  First Part: Theory lectures and hands-on tutorials on Molecular Dynamics and computational methods in condensed matter physics.
    
-  Second Part: Seminars given by experts in applications of the methods learned in the first part of the school.
    
-  Special Session: Careers and opportunities session provided at the last part of the program.
    

At a Glance

-   Expected Audience: Around 30 participants.
    
-  Eligibility: Students in their last semesters of an undergraduate physics bachelor's degree or physics master's students. Priority is given to students currently enrolled in physics master's programs in the Peruvian Andean region.
    
-   Daily Format: 4 hours (theory) + 1 hour (lunch break) + 2 hours (tutorial and hands-on).
    
-   Certificates: Participants must attend the full course and complete the necessary assignments to receive official ICTP certificates.
    
-   Registration Details: Available through the event's Indico page and via Google Form. https://forms.gle/jezxswfbJqnb1S1g6
    

Lecturers and Speakers

-   Prof. Damian Scherlis (University of Buenos Aires, Argentina)
    
-   Prof. Uriel Morzan (University of Buenos Aires, Argentina)
    
-   B. Sc. Ronald Santiago Cortes Santamaria (SISSA & ICTP, Italy)
    
-   B. Sc. Weyner Edin Ccuiro Montalvo (SISSA, Italy)
    

Organising Committee

-   B. Sc. Weyner Edin Ccuiro Montalvo (SISSA, Italy)
    
-  PhD. Marco Antonio Zamalloa Jara (UNSAAC, Peru)
    
-   PhD. Pastor Raul Chura Serrano (UNSAAC, Peru)
        
-   PhD. Abrahan Pablo Aslla Quispe (Universidad Nacional Intercultural de Quillabamba, Peru)
        
-   MSc. Miguel Reinaldo Bonnett Del Alamo (UNSAAC, Peru)
        
-   Tutors:
    
    -   MSc. Ruben Alfredo Tupayachi Latorre (UNSAAC, Peru)
        
    -   Luis Carlos Desa Salas (UNSAAC, Peru)
        
-   Technical Support: Bach. Victor Fernando Ramos Salcedo (UNSAAC, Peru)