Monte Carlo methods for quantum lattice models

The authors discuss a Monte Carlo technique to calculate the thermodynamic properties of quantum lattice models. Suzuki's generalized Trotter formula is used to reformulate the problem in terms of path integrals. Applications treated in detail include the influence of quantum flucutations on the generalized 1-dimensional classical Wigner lattices introduced by Hubbard and super-localization in Holstein's 1-, 2- and 3-dimensional molecular crystal model. (Auth.)