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¹School of Physics and Electronic Information, Wenzhou University, Wenzhou 325027, China. kejianhong@yahoo.com.cn

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Summary

We developed a model for aggregate growth on networks, finding that migration dynamics can lead to infinite growth or gelation transitions. Our findings align with U.S. population data over the last century.

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Area of Science:

Complex systems
Network science
Statistical physics

Background:

Aggregate growth models are crucial for understanding complex systems.
Scale-free networks exhibit unique properties influencing system dynamics.
Migration processes can significantly alter aggregate formation and evolution.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose and analyze a solvable model for migration-driven aggregate growth on scale-free networks.
To investigate the influence of different rate kernels on system evolution.
To compare model predictions with real-world population data.

Main Methods:

Development of a reversible migration system with generalized rate kernels.
Introduction of a simplified model with independent monomer gain/loss rates.
Analytical derivation of aggregate size distribution and growth dynamics.
Validation of theoretical results using U.S. county population data.

Main Results:

System evolution critically depends on the rate kernel details.
Aggregate size distribution can approach a scaling form with infinite growth or exhibit a gelation transition.
Models show distinct aggregate evolution behavior compared to normal space systems.
Analytical predictions show good agreement with historical U.S. population data.

Conclusions:

Migration dynamics play a pivotal role in aggregate growth on scale-free networks.
The proposed models offer a framework for understanding complex aggregation phenomena.
The study highlights the applicability of network models to real-world demographic trends.