Workshop Contents
What we'll cover
Introduction · Networks 101 · Gephi Overview
The post-it wall analogy for research networks. Why sponsored research data works. A walkthrough of the Gephi interface.
Project-01: Our First Network
Load data, build a simple network, add names, run statistics, apply filters.
Network Metrics · Introduction & Learn with AI
Degree, betweenness centrality, closeness centrality, modularity. Guided learning through an AI chatbot tailored to your role.
Project-02: Research Communities
Automatic research group detection using modularity. Coloring the network, sizing by degree, using the Data Laboratory.
Exporting Your Network · Dynamic Networks
Move from Overview to Preview, tune export settings, produce a searchable PDF. A note on dynamic (time-based) networks.
Show me the network stats
Review the underlying metrics table in the Data Laboratory.
Project-03: Another Network
Use your own data, or use the provided FY21 and FY21–FY23 federal proposal datasets. Compare and contrast the two.
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