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A Model for the Formation of Beliefs and Social Norms Based on the Satisfaction Problem (SAT) [PDF]
EntropyWe propose a numerical representation of beliefs in social systems based on the so-called SAT problem in computer science. The main idea is that a belief system is a set of true/false values associated with claims or propositions. Each individual assigns
Bastien Chopard +2 more
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Unanimity, Coexistence, and Rigidity: Three Sides of Polarization [PDF]
Entropy, 2023 Political polarization is perceived as a threat to democracies. Using the Galam model of opinion dynamics deployed in a five-dimensional parameter space, I show that polarization is the byproduct of an essential hallmark of a vibrant democratic society ...
Serge Galam
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Ratio-Dependent Contrarian Activation in Opinion Dynamics [PDF]
EntropyI study the impact of mixed contrarians on the opinion dynamics of a heterogenous population with conformists using the Galam Majority Model. Activation of contrarians is a function of the majority/minority ratio in the local groups of discussion ...
Serge Galam
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Hybrid Galam–Bass Model for Technology Innovation [PDF]
EntropyThis work proposes a hybrid model that combines the Galam model of opinion dynamics with the Bass diffusion model used in technology adoption on Barabasi–Albert complex networks.
Giulia Rotundo +5 more
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Conformity and Mass Media Influence in the Sznajd Model on Regular Lattices [PDF]
EntropyThe polarization of opinions and difficulties in reaching a consensus are central problems of many modern societies. Understanding the dynamics governing those processes is, therefore, one of the main aims of sociophysics.
Maciej Wołoszyn
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Opinion Dynamics and Unifying Principles: A Global Unifying Frame [PDF]
Entropy, 2022 I review and extend the set of unifying principles that allow comparing all models of opinion dynamics within one single frame. Within the Global Unifying Frame (GUF), any specific update rule chosen to study opinion dynamics for discrete individual ...
Serge Galam
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Learned Insignificance of Credibility Signs. [PDF]
Cogn SciAbstract A large part of how people learn about their shared world is via social information. However, in complex modern information ecosystems, it can be challenging to identify deception or filter out misinformation. This challenge is exacerbated by the existence of a dual‐learning problem whereby: (1) people draw inferences about the world, given ...
Kainz V, Sulik J, Utz S, Enßlin T.
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Chaos in Opinion-Driven Disease Dynamics [PDF]
EntropyDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, it became evident that the effectiveness of applying intervention measures is significantly influenced by societal acceptance, which, in turn, is affected by the processes of opinion formation.
Thomas Götz +5 more
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Econophysics and sociophysics: Their milestones & challenges
, 2018 In this review article we present some of achievements of econophysics and sociophysics which appear to us the most significant. We briefly explain what their roles are in building of econo- and sociophysics research fields.
M Ausloos (7717922) +5 more
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Faculty Hiring Network Reveals Possible Decision-Making Mechanism
Physics, 2023 Social physics (or sociophysics) offers new research perspectives for addressing social issues in various domains. In this study, we explore the decision-making process of doctoral graduates during their transition from graduation to employment, drawing ...
Sunjing Zheng +4 more
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