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Ronaldo Menezes Editor-in-Chief of our jourRonaldo Menezes	 © Springernal "Applied Network Science". 

He is a Professor of Data and Network Science, Head of the Computer Science department at the University of Exeter, and Director of the BioComplex Laboratory. His research interests include Network Science, Human Dynamics and Mobility, Complex Systems, and Urban Systems.

In this blog, he writes about the COVID-19 pandemic and human mobility.

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We are showcasing a selection of issues and articles focusing on Data Science and Networks, free through 15 August. 

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Our book highlights in Data Science and Networks

Explore a selection of featured books below - enjoy free access to book chapters until 15 August:

Book cover: Probability in PhysicsProbability in Physics

by Andy Lawrence

This textbook presents an introduction to the use of probability in physics, treating introductory ideas of both statistical physics and of statistical inference, as well the importance of probability in information theory, quantum mechanics, and stochastic processes, in a unified manner.


Free online chapter:

Randomness and Probability

Book cover: Data Management and Analysis​​Data Management and Analysis

by Reda Alhajj, Mohammad Moshipour & Behrouz Far (Eds.)

This edited volume contains practical case studies, and will appeal to students, researchers and professionals working in data management and analysis in the business, education, healthcare, and bioinformatics areas. 


Free online chapter:

An Introductory Multidisciplinary Data Science Course Incorporating Experiential Learning

Book cover: Citation Analysis and Dynamics of Citation NetworksCitation Analysis and Dynamics of Citation Networks

by Michael Golosovsky

This book deals with the science of science by applying network science methods to citation networks and uniquely presents a physics-inspired model of citation dynamics. This stochastic model of citation dynamics is based on a well-known copying or recursive search mechanism.


Free online chapter:

Introduction

​​​​Book cover: Statistical Field Theory for Neural NetworksStatistical Field Theory for Neural Networks

by Moritz Helias & David Dahmen

This book presents a self-contained introduction to techniques from field theory applied to stochastic and collective dynamics in neuronal networks. It is intended for physicists, mathematicians, and computer scientists and it is designed for self-study by researchers who want to enter the field or as the main text for a one semester course at advanced undergraduate or graduate level.


Free online chapter:

In Press.

Book cover: Tensor Network ContractionsTensor Network Contractions

by Shi-Ju Ran, et al.

Tensor network is a fundamental mathematical tool with a huge range of applications in physics, such as condensed matter physics, statistic physics, high energy physics, and quantum information sciences. This book is also useful to those who apply tensor networks in areas beyond physics, such as machine learning and the big-data analysis.


Free online chapter:

Two-Dimensional Tensor Networks and Contraction Algorithms

Book cover: Feature Learning and UnderstandingFeature Learning and Understanding

by Haitao Zhao, et al.

This book covers the essential concepts and strategies within traditional and cutting-edge feature learning methods thru both theoretical analysis and case studies. It can be used by students, researchers, and engineers looking for a reference guide for popular methods of feature learning and machine intelligence.


Free online chapter:

A Gentle Introduction to Feature Learning

Springer Series in Data Science and Networks

Information Fusion and Data Science © SpringerInformation Fusion and Data Science

The aim of this book series is to provide the most up-to-date research results and tutorial materials on current topics in this growing field as well as to stimulate further research interest by transmitting the knowledge to the next generation of scientists and engineers in the corresponding fields.  

Contact Christoph Baumann to know more about this series.

Blockchain Blockchain Technologies © SpringerTechnologies

This book series aims to provide details of blockchain implementation in technology and interdisciplinary fields such as Medical Science, Applied Mathematics, Environmental Science, Business Management, and Computer Science.

Contact Loyola D'Silva to know more about this series.

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