Density Functional Theory: An Advanced Course (Theoretical and

Density Functional Theory: An Advanced Course (Theoretical and Mathematical Physics)

Density Functional Theory (DFT) has firmly established itself as the workhorse for atomic-level simulations of condensed phases, pure or composite materials and quantum chemical systems. This work offers a rigorous and detailed introduction to the foundations of this theory, up to and including such advanced topics as orbital-dependent functionals as well as both time-dependent and relativistic DFT. Given the many ramifications of contemporary DFT, the text concentrates on the self-contained presentation of the basics of the most widely used DFT variants: this implies a thorough discussion of the corresponding existence theorems and effective single particle equations, as well as of key approximations utilized in implementations. The formal results are complemented by selected quantitative results, which primarily aim at illustrating the strengths and weaknesses of particular approaches or functionals. The structure and content of this book allow a tutorial and modular self-study approach: the reader will find that all concepts of many-body theory which are indispensable for the discussion of DFT - such as the single-particle Green's function or response functions - are introduced step by step, along with the actual DFT material. The same applies to basic notions of solid state theory, such as the Fermi surface of inhomogeneous, interacting systems. In fact, even the language of second quantization is introduced systematically in an Appendix for readers without formal training in many-body theory.
Country USA
Brand Springer
Manufacturer Springer
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 5 black & white illustrations, biography
ReleaseDate 2011-02-17
UnitCount 1
EANs 9783642140891

Country	USA
Brand	Springer
Manufacturer	Springer
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	5 black & white illustrations, biography
ReleaseDate	2011-02-17
UnitCount	1
EANs	9783642140891

Density Functional Theory: An Advanced Course (Theoretical and Mathematical Physics)

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