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Area of Science:

  • Complex networks analysis
  • Statistical physics in networks
  • Computational modeling

Background:

  • Finite-size-scaling (FSS) is crucial for analyzing numerical data in finite systems.
  • Understanding FSS exponents is key to characterizing network model behavior.
  • Existing theories may not fully capture FSS phenomena in diverse network models.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a novel finite-size-scaling (FSS) theory applicable to various complex network models.
  • To determine the critical role of the FSS exponent in analyzing finite-size systems.
  • To conjecture and validate FSS exponents for specific network models.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a new finite-size-scaling (FSS) theory.
  • Application of the droplet-excitation (hyperscaling) argument.
  • Conjecture of FSS exponents for selected models.
  • Validation through numerical simulations.

Main Results:

  • A robust FSS theory for complex networks has been established.
  • The FSS exponent's significance in data analysis for finite systems is confirmed.
  • Conjectured FSS exponents for the Ising, susceptible-infected-susceptible, and contact process models show good agreement with simulations.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed FSS theory provides accurate predictions for critical exponents in complex networks.
  • The droplet-excitation argument offers a valid framework for conjecturing FSS exponents.
  • Numerical simulations support the theoretical predictions, validating the new FSS approach.