Dhirendra Kumar Mishra - Böcker

This book provides an in-depth exploration of the dynamic field of computational chemistry. Spanning seven meticulously crafted chapters, it begins by laying a solid foundation in quantum chemistry and electronic structure theory, introducing essential tools and software that underpin computational chemistry calculations. The journey continues with a comprehensive examination of transition state analysis for interpreting reaction mechanisms, followed by an insightful discussion on modern solvation studies using QM/MM techniques and the practical implementation of hybrid models. This book concludes with an engaging dive into molecular dynamics simulations, enriched by real-world case studies utilizing NAMD and VMD to illustrate the complex behavior of molecular systems.Key features: Focuses on quantum chemical calculations designed for beginners Reviews the use of atomistic molecular dynamics simulations for various systems Presents detailed analysis of calculations and result analysis on real systems Includes usage of widely accepted software packages such as Gaussian and NAMD Explores basic parameters associated with designing a chemical system This book is aimed at researchers and senior undergraduate students in chemical engineering, chemistry, and materials science.