Real-Time Conference

[fant -AatT- rocketman.ncifcrf.gov (Andrew D. Fant)]

 Greetings Again:
 In looking over Steven Bacharach's announcement of the Electronic
 Computational Chemistry Conference, I had an idea that I would like to
 put out as a trial balloon.  While I think the idea of an electronic
 conference is wonderful, and I am jealous that I didn't have the time to
 propose something like it first, I wonder how well WWW will provide for
 interactive discussion and feedback.  I know that there can be forms support
 and comment fields, but this is a far cry from a non-virtual conference where
 the contacts and conversations are a primary reason for attending.  What I
 would like to know, is if there is any interest in setting up a mechanism
 for real-time adjunct discussions to the WWW exhibitions?  There are several
 programs that could be used to provide this degree of support.  Anyway, this
 is not meant in any way to cast aspersions or attempt to undermine what
 Steven and his colleagues are doing, but just an honest attempt to see if
 the idea could be extended into real-time interaction.  Any comments, ideas,
 and suggestions are welcome.  And I'll don nomex underwear, as well.
 			Andy
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