Density-matrix renormalization group

In modest sized systems, we can treat the nondynamic correlation in an active space. For systems with up to 14 orbitals, the complete-active-space self-consistent field (CASSCF) theory provides a very satisfactory description [2, 3]. More recently, the ab initio density matrix renormalization group (DMRG) theory has allowed us to obtain a balanced description of nondynamic correlation for up to 40 active orbitals and more [4-13]. CASSCF and DMRG potential energy... 

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The Density Matrix Renormalization Group in Quantum Chemistry... 

Abstract The density matrix renormalization group (DMRG) is an electronic structure... 

Keywords strongly correlated electrons nondynamic correlation density matrix renormalization group post Hartree-Fock methods many-body basis matrix product states complete active space self-consistent field electron correlation... 

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Among the technical methods proper to the one dimensional geometry, one may cite the Bethe ansatz [19], the bosonization techniques [18], and, more recently, the Density-Matrix Renormalization Group (DMRG) method (20, 21] and a closely related scheme which is directy considered in this note, the Recurrent Variational Approach (RVA) [22, 21], The two first methods are analytical and the third one is numerical the RVA method is in between. 

By comparisons with Density Matrix Renormalization Group calculations, we think this trial wave function encouraging and a good starting point for further improvements [42], Moreover, we believe such kind of simple wave functions useful to get some analytical insight into physical phenomena. [36,37],... 

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