Fast Geometric Embedding for Node Influence Maximization
A new force layout algorithm embeds graphs into low-dimensional space, using radial distance from the origin as a proxy for centrality measures. The method shows strong correlations with degree, PageRank, and paths-based centralities across multiple graph families. It enables fast identification of high-influence nodes, offering a scalable alternative to the standard greedy algorithm for influence maximization.
Key facts
- The algorithm is designed for large-scale graphs where classical centrality measures are computationally expensive.
- The embedding uses radial distance from the origin as a proxy for various centrality measures.
- The method was evaluated on multiple graph families.
- Strong correlations with degree, PageRank, and paths-based centralities were demonstrated.
- The embedding allows finding high-influence nodes in a network.
- It provides a fast and scalable alternative to the standard greedy algorithm.
- The paper is categorized under Computer Science > Social and Information Networks.
- The submission history is available on arXiv.
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- arXiv