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Invited Article
Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2005, 7, 3910 - 3916, DOI: 10.1039/b509983h
Parallel tempering: Theory, applications, and new perspectives
David J. Earl and Michael W. Deem
We review the history of the parallel tempering simulation method. From its origins in data analysis, the parallel tempering method has become a standard workhorse of physicochemical simulations. We discuss the theory behind the method and its various generalizations. We mention a selected set of the many applications that have become possible with the introduction of parallel tempering, and we suggest several promising avenues for future research.

