QUANTUM MONTE-CARLO STUDIES OF ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS

We review our recent work on developing and applying quantum Monte Car lo (QMC) methods to electronic systems. The ''special k-points'' metho d is introduced into QMC calculations as a method for reducing ''indep endent particle'' finite size effects. We also explain our new formula tion of the Coulomb interaction which virtually eliminates so-called C oulomb finite size effects. The importance of these advances for futur e applications of QMC techniques to electronic systems is stressed.