论文标题
通过网络理论理解复杂性:温和的介绍
Understanding complexity via network theory: a gentle introduction
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论文摘要
网络理论提供的工具特别适合评估表征我们现代联系世界的复杂相互依存关系。本文以一种不需要强大的数学背景的方式介绍了网络理论的介绍。我们探索网络理论如何在各种系统的相互依赖性概况中揭示从生物学,社会和艺术领域的相互依赖性概况。我们的目的是在传达复杂科学的基本原理和目标的同时,使其具有直觉的理解。此外,讨论了各种网络理论工具,并提供了许多高级材料的参考。
Network theory provides tools which are particularly appropriate for assessing the complex interdependencies that characterise our modern connected world. This article presents an introduction to network theory, in a way that doesn't require a strong mathematical background. We explore how network theory unveils commonalities in the interdependency profiles of various systems, ranging from biological, to social, and artistic domains. Our aim is to enable an intuitive understanding while conveying the fundamental principles and aims of complexity science. Additionally, various network-theoretic tools are discussed, and numerous references for more advanced materials are provided.