Nonparametric Bayesian Modeling of Complex Networks: An Introduction

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Abstract

Modeling structure in complex networks using Bayesian nonparametrics makes it possible to specify flexible model structures and infer the adequate model complexity from the observed data. This article provides a gentle introduction to nonparametric Bayesian modeling of complex networks: Using an infinite mixture model as running example, we go through the steps of deriving the model as an infinite limit of a finite parametric model, inferring the model parameters by Markov chain Monte Carlo, and checking the model?s fit and predictive performance. We explain how advanced nonparametric models for complex networks can be derived and point out relevant literature.
Original languageEnglish
JournalI E E E - Signal Processing Magazine
Volume30
Issue number3
Pages (from-to)110-128
ISSN1053-5888
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2013

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