Networks, complexity and its applications

Lectures: 1 session / week, 2 hours / session

Complex systems, such as the cell, cities or the economy, are formed by heterogeneous collections of components and interactions. During recent years the science of networks emerged as an alternative approach to analyze the structure and evolution of complex systems. In this course, we introduce the basic concepts and applications of network science for a general audience. The course will cover:

Students will be evaluated through homework, presentations, class participation and by the questions students ask the invited speakers.

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