Textbook for Computational Solid-State Physics?

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The discussion centers on recommended textbooks for computational solid-state physics, specifically focusing on the time-dependent semiconductor Bloch equations. Key suggestions include "Computational Solid State Physics: An Introduction" by Ronald Melrose and "Computer Simulation of Condensed Phases in Complex Geometries" by Denis Ullmo. Other notable titles are "Computational Methods for Electron-Phonon Interactions" by Dario Alfe and "Computational Quantum Mechanics for Materials Engineers" by Kai Nordlund. These resources provide a comprehensive foundation for graduate students in the field.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of solid-state physics principles
  • Familiarity with computational methods in physics
  • Knowledge of semiconductor physics
  • Basic proficiency in numerical simulation techniques
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "Computational Solid State Physics: An Introduction" by Ronald Melrose
  • Explore "Computer Simulation of Condensed Phases in Complex Geometries" by Denis Ullmo
  • Investigate "Computational Methods for Electron-Phonon Interactions" by Dario Alfe
  • Study the "EMTO Method" as described in "Computational Quantum Mechanics for Materials Engineers" by Kai Nordlund
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Graduate students in physics, researchers in computational solid-state physics, and professionals interested in semiconductor modeling and simulation techniques.

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I'm a graduate student and am interested in learning computational solid-state physics.

Ideally, I'd like a textbook which covers solid-state physics and the time-dependent semiconductor Bloch equations from a computational perspective.

Does anybody have any suggestions?
 
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Some textbooks that may be helpful for learning computational solid-state physics include:1. Computational Solid State Physics: An Introduction by Ronald Melrose2. Computer Simulation of Condensed Phases in Complex Geometries by Denis Ullmo3. Computational Methods for Electron-Phonon Interactions by Dario Alfe4. Computational Quantum Mechanics for Materials Engineers: The EMTO Method and Applications by Kai Nordlund5. Computational Solid State Physics: From First Principles to Finite Temperatures by Giuseppe Senatore6. Introduction to Computational Solid State Physics by Richard Martin
 

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