Hi,
>
> * So far, the core software and existing applications have been  
> developed by a rather small, close group. However, there are,  
> maybe, a few dozen institutions, with worldwide distribution, who  
> are committed to and counting on this project.  These institutions  
> and individuals have varying interests and abilities, and are  
> forming a consortium to coordinate further work.

Are there any news , or even better, what are the current activities  
related to this consortium ?

Regards

Hans