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Minimal paths between communities induced by geographical networks

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Author(s):
de Arruda, Henrique Ferraz ; Comin, Cesar Henrique ; Costa, Luciano da Fontoura
Total Authors: 3
Document type: Journal article
Source: JOURNAL OF STATISTICAL MECHANICS-THEORY AND EXPERIMENT; v. N/A, p. 16-pg., 2016-02-01.
Abstract

In this work we investigate the betweenness centrality in geographical networks and its relationship with network communities. We show that vertices with large betweenness define what we call characteristic betweenness paths in both modeled and real-world geographical networks. We define a geographical network model that possesses a simple topology while still being able to present such betweenness paths. Using this model, we show that such paths represent pathways between entry and exit points of highly connected regions, or communities, of geographical networks. By defining a new network, containing information about community adjacencies in the original network, we describe a means to characterize the mesoscale connectivity provided by such characteristic betweenness paths. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 11/22639-8 - Unveiling the relationship between structure and dynamics on modular networks
Grantee:Cesar Henrique Comin
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate
FAPESP's process: 11/50761-2 - Models and methods of e-Science for life and agricultural sciences
Grantee:Roberto Marcondes Cesar Junior
Support Opportunities: Research Projects - Thematic Grants