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StereoGraphics and Tripos Partner to Deliver Advanced 3D Visualization Solutions to Molecular Modeling and Computational Chemistry Markets

Partnership to sponsor education and awareness programs for scientists and researchers on the benefits of stereoscopic 3D visualization of molecular and chemical models

 

StereoGraphics Contacts:

Editorial - Kevin Pedraja, Sterling Communications
Email -
kmp@sterlingpr.com
Phone - (408) 441-4100, FAX (408) 441-4101

Product - Andy Ramm, StereoGraphics
Email -
aramm@crystaleye.com
Phone - (415) 459-4500, FAX (415) 459-3020

 

SAN RAFAEL, CALIF., February 18, 1997  StereoGraphics, the worlds leading developer of 3D viewing peripherals, and Tripos Inc. today announced a partnership to jointly deliver high-performance 3D visualization products to scientists and researchers.  Based on StereoGraphics CrystalEyes technology and Tripos Sybyl suite of molecular modeling software products, the companies will use a number of marketing vehicles to educate scientific professionals on the benefits of stereoscopic 3D visualization in research environments.

As part of the partnership, StereoGraphics and Tripos will launch a direct marketing campaign targeted at the companies installed base, customers of Qualix Direct, and members of several professional organizations, such as the American Chemical Society, focused on computational chemistry and molecular modeling specialists.  The campaign will communicate the significant improvements in technical proficiency offered by stereoscopic viewing for users of scientific and technical applications.  In addition, the companies will develop and publish a series of user case-studies and white-papers that discuss the implementation and benefit of 3D viewing for scientific and technical professionals.

Forthcoming case studies will profile several users who have long benefited from CrystalEyes support in Tripos software.  The first customer case study will profile Parke-Davis molecular modeling research center in Ann Arbor, Mich.  The center has 15 scientists using CrystalEyes and Tripos Sybyl software on Silicon Graphics workstations.  Regularly, the research group convenes in its specially configured conference room to view stereoscopic molecular models shown by a high-resolution NEC projector.  In this environment, scientists can use CrystalEyes to collaborate on complex molecular interactions in real-time, dramatically enhancing the overall drug development process.

"Developing more powerful treatments for deadly diseases has always been an urgent requirement for independent researchers and university labs worldwide," said Bob Seltzer, director of marketing for StereoGraphics Corp.  "Although the technology used to create new cures is more complicated than ever, StereoGraphics CrystalEyes and Tripos software solutions are helping scientists in a wide variety of scientific fields make more sense of visual data."

"StereoGraphics CrystalEyes has added significant value to many of our customers for quite some time, speeding their research process and providing them with technical proficiency unavailable without stereoscopic 3D technology," said Malcom Cline, senior marketing scientist with Tripos Inc.  "We look forward to working with StereoGraphics on an ongoing basis to continue delivering the best visualization technology available to our customers."

StereoGraphics CrystalEyes is a lightweight, wireless eyewear system that delivers high-definition, stereoscopic 3D images in conjunction with compatible software and standard workstation displays.  CrystalEyes allows professionals dealing with multi-dimensional data to visualize problems and analyze information more quickly and effectively. With StereoGraphics CrystalEyes and Tripos Sybyl software suite, scientific professionals can easily visualize the interaction of molecular entities in a natural 3D environment.

The foundation of a powerful molecular modeling environment, Tripos Sybyl software suite provides essential molecular mechanics tools to ensure users ability to completely harness and utilize results.  The suite includes tools for structure building, docking, superpositioning, and geometry optimization.  These are augmented by Tripos Molecular Spreadsheet, allowing users to organize and visualize results in a spreadsheet format.  The Sybyl Programming Language (SPL) and Tripos Force Field Engine allow users to customize their research environment to include any algorithm or force field necessary.

Price and Availability

StereoGraphics CrystalEyes carries a suggested list price of $995 including infrared emitter.  The product is available from Qualix Direct at (800) 455-9273.  For additional information on CrystalEyes or to receive the customer case studies, contact StereoGraphics at (800) 783-2660 or visit http://www.stereographics.com.  For additional information on Tripos products, call Tripos Inc. at (800) 323-2960 or visit http://www.tripos.com.

Tripos Inc., founded in 1979, pioneered the use of computers in molecular design, visualization, and analysis.  Tripos delivers discovery informatics products and services  for new compound research in life science applications worldwide.  The company is the recognized leading supplier of drug discovery services, chemical compounds, and scientific software to facilitate the discovery of new therapeutic and bioactive compounds in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical and agrochemical industries.

StereoGraphics Corp. was founded in 1980 to provide a variety of products that enable the realistic viewing of three-dimensional video and computer images. StereoGraphics products utilize stereoscopic human depth-perception to deliver natural looking 3D in high-resolution for a variety of professional workstation and consumer applications. CrystalEyes, StereoGraphics flagship product, has an installed base of over 50,000 users in scientific visualization, GIS/mapping, molecular modeling, CAD/CAM, and commercial presentation.  With SimulEyes, StereoGraphics offers affordable 3D eyewear for the PC gaming and multimedia markets.  StereoGraphics' address is 2171 E. Francisco Blvd., San Rafael, CA., 94901.

 

StereoGraphics and CrystalEyes are registered trademarks, and SimulEyes VR is a trademark of StereoGraphics Corporation.  All other names are registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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