SUMMARY
This discussion focuses on utilizing Density Functional Theory (DFT) for studying one-dimensional (1D) materials in physics. The original poster seeks resources such as books, articles, and videos to aid in their thesis work. A participant recommends a blog, specifically https://compphys.go.ro, which contains valuable posts on DFT, including a lecture titled "Practical DFT" that is beneficial for implementing DFT programs. Additionally, the participant mentions their own implementation of code for computing molecular properties using local pseudopotentials.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of Density Functional Theory (DFT)
- Familiarity with computational physics concepts
- Knowledge of local pseudopotentials
- Basic programming skills for implementing DFT codes
NEXT STEPS
- Research the "Practical DFT" lecture available on https://compphys.go.ro
- Explore additional resources on DFT applications in 1D materials
- Study local pseudopotentials and their implementation in DFT calculations
- Investigate coding techniques for simulating molecular properties using DFT
USEFUL FOR
This discussion is beneficial for graduate students in physics, particularly those focusing on computational materials science, as well as researchers looking to deepen their understanding of DFT applications in 1D materials.