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Dimos Athens, Grecia
This research addresses the limitations of traditional network models in capturing the complexity and dynamics of real-world social networks. Motivated by the need for a more comprehensive and flexible framework, the study introduces the Hybrid Modern Network Model (HMNM). The HMNM integrates foundational models like the Stochastic Block Model (SBM) and Preferential Attachment with advanced machine learning techniques, including Graph Neural Networks (GNNs), Reinforcement Learning (RL), Hierarchical Random Graphs (HRGs), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), and Variational Autoencoders (VAEs). The methods employed involve constructing initial network structures using SBM, simulating network growth through preferential Attachment, learning node embeddings with GNNs, dynamically optimizing network properties using RL, capturing hierarchical community structures with HRGs, controlling degree distributions using GANs, and uncovering latent patterns with VAEs. The empirical illustration of HMNM highlights its effectiveness in providing a more realistic, scalable, and comprehensive analysis of social networks compared to traditional models. Integrating diverse methodologies allows for accurately modeling of network structures, dynamic processes, and latent patterns. In conclusion, the HMNM offers significant advancements in network modeling, providing a robust and flexible framework for analyzing social networks. This model overcomes the limitations of traditional models and delivers deeper insights into the complexities and dynamics of social structures. Future research will optimize the HMNM and explore its applications across various domains. The R programming code used for the network simulations and visualizations is conceptual and demonstrates the HMNM framework. The results and metrics are illustrative placeholders, emphasizing the methodology rather than empirical validation.
