Statistical Mechanics: Theory and Molecular Simulation by Tuckerman

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Mark Tuckerman's "Statistical Mechanics: Theory and Molecular Simulation" is an advanced and modern textbook that effectively integrates theoretical concepts with computational techniques. The book includes comprehensive coverage of the microcanonical ensemble alongside molecular dynamics, as well as a dedicated chapter on Monte Carlo simulations. Additionally, it features an appendix detailing Ewald summations and particle mesh Ewald methods, along with a proof of Trotter's theorem, making it a valuable resource for advanced learners in statistical mechanics.

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  • Understanding of statistical mechanics principles
  • Familiarity with molecular dynamics simulations
  • Knowledge of Monte Carlo methods
  • Basic grasp of Ewald summation techniques
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  • Study advanced statistical mechanics concepts in "Statistical Mechanics: Theory and Molecular Simulation"
  • Explore molecular dynamics simulation techniques using software like GROMACS
  • Investigate Monte Carlo simulation methodologies and their applications
  • Learn about Ewald summation and particle mesh Ewald methods in computational physics
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This is my favorite statistical mechanics book by miles.

It is advanced and very modern. Each chapter intertwines theory and computational, so the chapter on, say, the microcanonical ensemble also covers molecular dynamics. There is a separate chapter on monte carlo simulations. He has an appendix on ewald summations and particle mesh ewald as well as a proof of Trotter's theorem.
 

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