Density Functional Theory

Foundations and Applications in Material Science
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-981-959744-4
Verlag: Springer

Buch, Englisch, 221 Seiten, Format (B × H): 160 mm x 241 mm, Gewicht: 522 g

This book provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to Density Functional Theory (DFT) and its applications in materials science , with a particular focus on undergraduate students and early-stage researchers. It introduces the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics that underpin DFT, followed by the theoretical development of the method and its practical implementation in computational materials science. The book covers key topics such as the Hohenberg–Kohn theorems , Kohn–Sham equations , exchange–correlation functionals, and practical approaches to performing DFT calculations using widely used computational tools. In addition to the theoretical framework, it highlights important applications of DFT in solid-state physics, surface science, nanomaterials, and material defects . Designed for students in physics, chemistry, materials science, and related disciplines , this book bridges the gap between theory and practice by explaining complex concepts in a clear and structured manner while providing guidance on applying DFT to solve real-world materials problems. It will also serve as a useful reference for researchers beginning their work in computational materials modeling and molecular simulations .

Zielgruppe

Lower undergraduate

Autoren/Hrsg.

Thotagamuge, Roshan

Fachgebiete

• Naturwissenschaften Physik Thermodynamik Festkörperphysik, Kondensierte Materie
• Technische Wissenschaften Maschinenbau | Werkstoffkunde Technische Mechanik | Werkstoffkunde
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Quantenphysik
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Physik Allgemein Theoretische Physik, Mathematische Physik, Computerphysik
• Naturwissenschaften Chemie Physikalische Chemie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction to Quantum Mechanics.- Fundamentals of DFT.- Computational Methods and Algorithms.- Software and Tools for Density Functional Theory.- Interpreting DFT Results .- DFT in Solid-State Physics.- DFT in Surface Science and Catalysis.- DFT in Nanomaterials .- DFT in Defects and Disorder.- Beyond Standard DFT.- Integration of Density Functional Theory with machine learning: an overview.

Über Autor(innen)

Dr.Roshan Thotagamuge is affiliated with the Department of Optometry, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka . He has more than twenty years of experience as a scientist, educator, and researcher. His academic work focuses on materials science, nanotechnology, and computational modeling , with particular interest in understanding and improving material properties through both theoretical and experimental approaches . Throughout his career, Dr. Thotagamuge has been actively involved in teaching, research supervision, and scientific collaboration , contributing to the development of interdisciplinary research in materials and nanoscience. His work aims to bridge fundamental scientific theory with practical technological applications.