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Adaptation and Self-Organizing Systems The Dance of Adaptive Networks

Explore how connections in adaptive networks shape synchronization and dynamics.

S. Nirmala Jenifer, Dibakar Ghosh, Paulsamy Muruganandam

2025-04-22T11:05:39+00:00 ― 7 min read

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Physics and Society Revolutionizing Network Analysis with Multi-Scale Node Embeddings

A new model improves our grasp of complex networks and their interactions.

Riccardo Milocco, Fabian Jansen, Diego Garlaschelli

2025-04-07T18:23:00+00:00 ― 7 min read

Physics and Society Zombies and Real-World Emergency Responses

Studying zombie outbreaks offers insights into human behavior during emergencies.

Sydney Balkovitz, Alyssa Croco, Jake Garda

2025-04-05T22:47:02+00:00 ― 6 min read

Populations and Evolution The Hidden World of Microbial Communities

Discover how microbes interact and sustain life on Earth.

Tom Clegg, Thilo gross

2025-04-05T05:11:16+00:00 ― 6 min read

Social and Information Networks Social Media's Role in Global Debates

Examining how social media shapes discussions on key global issues.

Edoardo Loru, Alessandro Galeazzi, Anita Bonetti

2025-03-29T17:15:02+00:00 ― 7 min read

Physics and Society Quick Thinking Saves Lives in Noto Peninsula Tsunami

A study reveals rapid evacuations during the Noto Peninsula tsunami led to minimal casualties.

Fumiyasu Makinoshima, Saki Yotsui, Shosuke Sato

2025-03-29T07:41:50+00:00 ― 6 min read

Physics and Society Unraveling the Global Food System

A deep dive into the complexities of food production, trade, and consumption.

Maxwell Kaye, Graham K. MacDonald, Eric Galbraith

2025-03-27T17:58:40+00:00 ― 7 min read

Physics and Society The Surprising World of Dynamical Phase Transitions

Explore sudden shifts in networks that resemble dance parties in chaos.

Jiazhen Liu, Nathaniel M. Aden, Debasish Sarker

2025-03-24T10:40:08+00:00 ― 7 min read

Physics and Society Higher-Order Networks: Understanding Complex Connections

Discover how communities form in higher-order networks and their real-world implications.

Charo I. del Genio

2025-03-21T22:57:38+00:00 ― 8 min read

Physics and Society Suspense and Surprise in Tech Innovation

Exploring how suspense and surprise shape technological advancements and predictions.

Oh-Hyun Kwon, Jisung Yoon, Lav R. Varshney

2025-03-21T17:23:16+00:00 ― 8 min read

Physics and Society Mobility and the Spread of Disease

How our movement patterns influence disease outbreaks.

Pablo Valgañón, Antonio Brotons, David Soriano-Paños

2025-03-19T17:37:16+00:00 ― 7 min read

Machine Learning Quantum-Cognitive Neural Networks: The Future of AI

QT-NNs blend quantum mechanics with cognitive psychology for better decision-making.

Milan Maksimovic, Ivan S. Maksymov

2025-03-17T13:52:26+00:00 ― 7 min read

Physics and Society Connecting Through Similarity: The Role of Homophily

Explore how people cluster based on shared traits and interests.

Abbas K. Rizi, Riccardo Michielan, Clara Stegehuis

2025-03-17T10:41:22+00:00 ― 7 min read

Physics and Society The Future of Travel: Advanced Air Mobility

Exploring the benefits of Advanced Air Mobility in modern transportation.

Kamal Acharya, Mehul Lad, Houbing Song

2025-03-17T03:31:28+00:00 ― 6 min read

Populations and Evolution Managing Pandemics: A Balancing Act

Navigating the challenges of disease spread and public health policies.

Alexander F. Siegenfeld, Asier Piñeiro Orioli, Robin Na

2025-03-12T00:30:58+00:00 ― 5 min read

Physics and Society Regional Attractiveness: Unpacking Economic Flows

Analyzing interconnections shaping regional appeal and economic opportunities.

Emanuele Calò, Angelo Facchini

2025-03-09T14:00:40+00:00 ― 6 min read

General Economics The Complexity of Our Connections

Explore how varied relationships impact communication and information spread.

Arun G. Chandrasekhar, Vasu Chaudhary, Benjamin Golub

2025-03-02T13:37:20+00:00 ― 5 min read

Statistics Theory Unlocking Community Detection: A New Method

A fresh look at community detection using semi-supervised methods in networks.

Nicolas Fraiman, Michael Nisenzon

2025-03-01T07:27:02+00:00 ― 6 min read

Statistical Mechanics The Curious Case of the Non-Backtracking Ghost

Discover how non-backtracking random walks shape network behaviors and patterns.

Dor Lev-Ari, Ido Tishby, Ofer Biham

2025-03-01T06:59:00+00:00 ― 5 min read

Physics and Society Predicting Human Decisions in Social Dilemmas

Researchers use AI to predict decision-making in group scenarios.

Huaiyu Tan, Yikang Lu, Alfonso de Miguel-Arribas

2025-02-27T02:26:24+00:00 ― 6 min read

Physics and Society The Social Dynamics of Vaccination Decisions

How social interactions shape our choices about vaccination during epidemics.

Alfonso de Miguel-Arribas, Alberto Aleta, Yamir Moreno

2025-02-25T11:25:50+00:00 ― 8 min read

Social and Information Networks Understanding Social Opinions: The Hidden Connections

Discover how researchers analyze online opinions to identify shared views.

Tianyi Chen, Atsushi Miyauchi, Charalampos E. Tsourakakis

2025-02-25T09:50:18+00:00 ― 7 min read

Physics and Society The Evolution of Urban Growth in America

Examining how U.S. cities have changed from 1900 to 2015.

Keith Burghardt, Johannes H. Uhl, Kristina Lerman

2025-02-24T03:35:10+00:00 ― 5 min read

Physics and Society Switzerland's Energy Transition: Challenges and Insights

A look at Switzerland’s shift to renewable energy and its impacts.

Ambra Van Liedekerke, Blazhe Gjorgiev, Jonas Savelsberg

2025-02-23T00:31:06+00:00 ― 9 min read

Quantitative Methods Navigating Pandemics and Wars: Health at Risk

A look at how health systems cope during pandemics and wars.

Adi Shuchami, Teddy Lazebnik

2025-02-21T16:36:48+00:00 ― 6 min read

Physics and Society The Hidden Struggle of Too Many Choices

Explore why too many options can leave us feeling confused and dissatisfied.

Mojtaba Madadi Asl, Kamal Hajian, Rouzbeh Torabi

2025-02-21T05:31:42+00:00 ― 7 min read

Physics and Society Understanding Dunkelflaute: The Renewable Energy Challenge

Dunkelflaute affects renewable energy production during calm, dark weather.

Benjamin Biewald, Bastien Cozian, Laurent Dubus

2025-02-18T07:28:14+00:00 ― 5 min read

Physics and Society The Pulse of Human Activity: Bursty Dynamics

Discover how our actions flow in bursts of energy and calm.

Márton Karsai, Hang-Hyun Jo

2025-02-16T14:04:22+00:00 ― 7 min read

Machine Learning Fairness in Decision-Making: The Ultimatum Game

Examining how fairness shapes choices in games and real-life interactions.

Guozhong Zheng, Jiqiang Zhang, Xin Ou

2025-02-15T19:50:40+00:00 ― 7 min read

Physics and Society Hurricane Michael: A Test of Urban Resilience

Exploring how Hurricane Michael impacted Panama City's infrastructure and recovery efforts.

Pavel O. Kiparisov, Viktor V. Lagutov

2025-02-15T19:45:44+00:00 ― 7 min read

Statistical Mechanics Understanding Networks: Growth and Decline

Explore how networks change through growth and deletion over time.

Barak Budnick, Ofer Biham, Eytan Katzav

2025-02-10T14:46:22+00:00 ― 6 min read

Physics and Society Connecting the Dots: The Vital Role of Supply Chains

Discover how supply chains impact our daily lives and the economy.

Leonardo Niccolò Ialongo, Sylvain Bangma, Fabian Jansen

2025-02-10T02:35:00+00:00 ― 5 min read

Physics and Society The Dynamics of Cooperation in Decision-Making

Examining how social interactions influence cooperation choices.

Lucila G. Alvarez-Zuzek, Laura Ferrarotti, Bruno Lepri

2025-02-08T13:24:50+00:00 ― 6 min read

Physics and Society Navigating Brazil's Vast Road Network

A deep dive into Brazil's complex road system and its impact on society.

Julio Taveira, Fernando Buarque de Lima Neto, Ronaldo Menezes

2025-02-05T13:45:50+00:00 ― 7 min read

Physics and Society Connecting Events: The Power of Causal Networks

Explore how causal networks reveal the connections between events across various fields.

Jiazhen Liu, Kunal Tamang, Dashun Wang

2025-02-04T17:03:54+00:00 ― 6 min read

Physics and Society Traffic Jam Insights: Paths and Patterns

How driver interactions shape our travel experiences and city layouts.

Marco Cogoni, Giovanni Busonera, Enrico Gobbetti

2025-01-31T23:06:16+00:00 ― 6 min read

Physics and Society The Noisy Voter Model: Aging and Opinions

Discover how aging shapes opinions in social networks.

Jaume Llabrés, Sara Oliver-Bonafoux, Celia Anteneodo

2025-01-31T11:09:46+00:00 ― 8 min read

Optimization and Control The SEIR-HCD Model: A Guide to COVID-19 Spread

Learn how the SEIR-HCD model helps understand and manage COVID-19 transmission.

Olga Krivorotko, Tatiana Zvonareva, Andrei Neverov

2025-01-29T05:32:16+00:00 ― 8 min read

Methodology Social Media's Role in Crisis Situations

How social media influenced communication during the Henan floods.

Yingying Ma, Wei Lan, Chenlei Leng

2025-01-28T17:34:43+00:00 ― 6 min read

Adaptation and Self-Organizing Systems The Dance of Double Explosive Transitions

Discover the rhythms of synchronization in complex networks.

Sangita Dutta, Prosenjit Kundu, Pitambar Khanra

2025-01-26T22:05:44+00:00 ― 6 min read

Computers and Society Cycling Made Easy: The Bicycle Node Network

Discover the benefits of bicycle node networks for recreational cycling.

Anastassia Vybornova, Ane Rahbek Vierø, Kirsten Krogh Hansen

2025-01-21T09:08:42+00:00 ― 6 min read