Molecular Modelling: Principles and Applications 2nd Edition

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In this book, Andrew Leach has done a great job in describing almost every important concept, sundry as well as significant, from the field of computational chemistry and molecular modeling. From basic but very useful topics like atom types, Z matrices, and force field parametrization, to advanced ones like Ewald Sums and Low Mode Monte Carlo conformational searching, Leach gives due importance to everything. The discussions on quantum mechanics in the first few chapters are moderate on the mathematics without shying away from it, and provide just the right amount of detail. Later chapters cover the whole gamut of computational techniques, from molecular dynamics and molecular mechanics, to molecular similarity and QSAR. Examples that are relevant in chemistry and biology are scattered throughout the book and illustrate every key idea. There are many good books for computational chemistry and molecular modeling, and some are good for a few topics, others for other ones. However, if one wants to get a grip on all important topics in the area, I think this is the most comprehensive reference that one can look up.

This book is the gold standard survey of the fields of computational chemistry and molecular modeling. It is excellent for advanced undergraduates interested in the material, and also for graduate students working through rotations, course work, qualifying exams, and independent exploration. I also found it just plain interesting to read.When the book was recommended to me, a colleague cautioned, "the only problem with the Leach book is how it communicates a superficial clarity--don't be mistaken in thinking you really understand the guts of the problem just because Leach communicates it so well." The advice was absolutely on point, and I think it serves to illustrate how well Leach has hit the target.

As we all know it's a great book on the subject, so there's nothing much to say about the book itself. The delivery was faster than expected and the book was in good shape. 5 stars !!!

Well, indeed it was a present and was not my idea.But my son, who's got the book, loves it ! Thanks.

EXCELLENT textbook for beginners in molecular and computational biophysics

Great book in great condition!

A must have classic for simulation&theory people!