BOOK
Quantum Systems in Chemistry and Physics, Part II
Per-Olov Lowdin | Erkki J. Brandas | Michael C. Zerner | John R. Sabin | Y. G. Smeyers | R. McWeeny | J. Maruani | S. Wilson | Paul Grout MBE
(1998)
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Abstract
The description of quantum systems is fundamental to an understanding of many problems in chemistry and physics. This volume records a representative slection of the papers delivered at the second European Workshop on Quantum Systems in Chemistry and Physics which was held at Jesus College, Oxford, April 6-9, 1997. The purpose of this international Workshop was to bring together chemists and physicists with a common interest--the quantum mechanical many-body problem--and to encourage collaboration and exchange of ideas on the fundamentals by promoting innovative theory and conceptual development rather than improvements in computatorial techniques and routine applications.
- Covers the following topics:
- Density matrices and density functional theory
- Electron correlation
- Relativistic effects
- Valence theory
- Nuclear motion
- Response theory
- Condensed matter
- Chemical reactions
PRAISE FOR THE SERIES
"Quantum chemistry has emerged as a subject in its own right. The appearance of a review publication which surveys recent achievements in the field is therefore very appropriate and, when it has the quality of this volume, is most welcome."
--PROCEEDINGS OF THE PHYSICAL SOCIETY
"The juxtaposition of the oldest of quantum chemical studies, atomic structure, and one of the newest, quantum biology, highlights the importance of quantum theory in modern chemistry. Thus, having first opened the book in search of a particular article, the reader is stimulated to delve into fields of which he has but a superficial knowledge. In this way the book can be instrumental in broadening the interests and background of those who turn to it."
--THE ROYAL INSTITUTE OF CHEMISTRY