Vito Latora, Vincenzo Nicosia, Giovanni RussoCambridge University Press, 9/28/2017EAN 9781107103184, ISBN10: 1107103185Hardcover, 594 pages, 25.4 x 19.3 x 2.8 cmLanguage: EnglishNetworks constitute the backbone of complex systems, from the human brain to computer communications, transport infrastructures to online social systems and metabolic reactions to financial markets. Characterising their structure improves our understanding of the physical, biological, economic and social phenomena that shape our world. Rigorous and thorough, this textbook presents a detailed overview of the new theory and methods of network science. Covering algorithms for graph exploration, node ranking and network generation, among others, the book allows students to experiment with network models and real-world data sets, providing them with a deep understanding of the basics of network theory and its practical applications. Systems of growing complexity are examined in detail, challenging students to increase their level of skill. An engaging presentation of the important principles of network science makes this the perfect reference for researchers and undergraduate and graduate students in physics, mathematics, engineering, biology, neuroscience and the social sciences.PrefaceIntroduction1. Graphs and graph theory2. Centrality measures3. Random graphs4. Small-world networks5. Generalised random graphs6. Models of growing graphs7. Degree correlations8. Cycles and motifs9. Community structure10. Weighted networksAppendixReferencesAuthor indexIndex.
