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    • Social network analysis
    • Statistical sampling methodologies
    • Sociological research techniques

    Background:

    • Network sampling is crucial for studying social interactions and populations lacking traditional sampling frames.
    • Existing methods like Respondent Driven Sampling (RDS) can suffer from high design effects (DE), increasing data collection needs.
    • Methodological concerns persist regarding the precision and accuracy of current network-based sampling approaches.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce and evaluate Network Sampling with Memory (NSM) as an alternative to existing network sampling techniques.
    • To reduce design effects and improve the efficiency of network sampling for sociological research.
    • To compare the performance of NSM against Respondent Driven Sampling (RDS) and Simple Random Sampling (SRS).

    Main Methods:

    • Developed Network Sampling with Memory (NSM), integrating 'List' and 'Search' modes.
    • 'List' mode samples individuals with equal cumulative probability.
    • 'Search' mode prioritizes bridge nodes to explore uncharted network areas.
    • Tested NSM, RDS, and SRS on 162 diverse school and university networks (Add Health, Facebook).

    Main Results:

    • Network Sampling with Memory (NSM) achieved an average design effect (DE) of 1.16 across 162 networks.
    • NSM's DE is comparable to Simple Random Sampling (SRS), indicating high efficiency.
    • NSM demonstrated a 98.5% reduction in average DE compared to Respondent Driven Sampling (RDS).

    Conclusions:

    • Network Sampling with Memory (NSM) offers a statistically efficient and accurate method for network sampling.
    • NSM significantly outperforms Respondent Driven Sampling (RDS) in reducing design effects.
    • This method enhances the feasibility of collecting precise network data, especially in hard-to-reach populations.