Some recent mathematical contributions to quantum chemistry

The purpose of this short article is twofold. First, we would like to take the opportunity of this special volume to deliver some modest reflexion on what we believe to be the real plus-value of the mathematical analysis of t he models of quantum chemistry. As a secondary purpose, we wish to draw the attention of a readership who is likely to be particularly interested in s uch studies on some progress that has recently been made by mathematicians in this field. (C) 1999 John Wiley & Sons, Inc.