@inproceedings{4e1274f0b0f54e8cb53c260a436022d2,
title = "Path integrals and supersolids",
abstract = "Recent experiments by Kim and Chan on solid 4He have been interpreted as discovery of a supersolid phase of matter. Arguments based on wavefunctions have shown that such a phase exists, but do not necessarily apply to solid 4He. Imaginary time path integrals, implemented using Monte Carlo methods, provide a definitive answer; a clean system of solid 4He should be a normal quantum solid, not one with superfluid properties. The Kim-Chan phenomena must be due to defects introduced when the solid is formed.",
keywords = "Monte carlo simulation, Superfluids, Supersolids",
author = "Ceperley, {D. M.}",
year = "2008",
doi = "10.1142/9789812837271_0043",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "9812837264",
series = "Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Path Integrals: New Trends and Perspectives, PI 2007",
publisher = "World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte Ltd",
pages = "307--314",
booktitle = "Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Path Integrals",
address = "Singapore",
note = "9th International Conference on Path Integrals: New Trends and Perspectives, PI 2007 ; Conference date: 23-09-2007 Through 28-09-2007",
}