Networks

This book brings together recent advances and presents a comprehensive picture of the scientific study of networks. It includes discussion of computer networks, social networks, biological networks, and others, and an introduction to the mathematics of network theory, including analysis techniques, computer algorithms, and network modeling.

Format: Hardback
Length: 800 pages
Publication date: 26 July 2018
Publisher: Oxford University Press

The study of networks, encompassing computer networks, social networks, and biological networks, has garnered immense attention in recent years. The advent of the Internet and the widespread accessibility of affordable computers have facilitated the vast collection and comprehensive analysis of network data on an unprecedented scale. Moreover, the development of novel theoretical tools has enabled us to extract valuable insights from diverse networks, spanning various domains such as mathematics, physics, computer and information sciences, biology, and the social sciences.

The field of network study is inherently interdisciplinary, with significant advancements occurring across numerous disciplines. Noteworthy developments have taken place in mathematics, physics, computer and information sciences, biology, and the social sciences. This book serves as a comprehensive compilation of the most significant breakthroughs in each of these fields, presenting them in a coherent and interconnected manner. It highlights the strong interrelationships between work in different areas, emphasizing the interconnectedness of knowledge.

The book encompasses a wide range of topics, including the measurement of networks, the analysis of network data employing methods derived from physics, statistics, and sociology, the fundamental principles of graph theory, computer algorithms, mathematical models of networks, encompassing random graph models and generative models, and theories of dynamical processes occurring within networks.

By exploring these diverse topics, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics and structures of networks, shedding light on their applications in fields such as communication, transportation, social systems, biology, and more. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers, scholars, and practitioners seeking to advance their knowledge and expertise in the field of networks.

Weight: 1864g
Dimension: 246 x 194 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198805090
Edition number: 2 Revised edition