An introduction to networks

Condensed Matter lunchtime seminar

An introduction to networks

  • Event time: 1:00pm
  • Event date: 28th November 2005
  • Speaker: Tom Hanney (University of Edinburgh)
  • Location: Room 2511,

Event details

A variety of techniques and models have emerged in recent years which are designed to help us understand the empirically observed properties of complex networks such as the internet, social networks and biological networks. Inspired by a recent review by Newman [SIAM Review <b>45</b>, 167-256 (2003)], I will illustrate some of the common statistical properties these networks exhibit and outline the fundamental models which form the basis of most of the theoretical investigations of the structure of complex networks.

About Condensed Matter lunchtime seminars

This is a weekly series of informal talks given primarily by members of the institute of condensed matter and complex systems, but is also open to members of other groups and external visitors. The aim of the series is to promote discussion and learning of various topics at a level suitable to the broad background of the group. Everyone is welcome to attend..

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