Introduction

Maximilian Schich, Isabel Meirelles, and Roger Malina discuss the contents and creation of the new article collection, Arts, Humanities, and Complex Networks, which explores the application of the science of complex networks to art history, archeology, visual arts, the art market, and other areas of cultural importance. This conversation was recorded on April 26, 2012.

• Maximilian Schich, DFG fellow at László Barabási's Center for Complex Network Research in Boston.
• Isabel Meirelles, information designer and associate professor of graphic design at Northeastern University, Boston.
• Roger Malina, physicist, astronomer, editor-in-chief of Leonardo, distinguished professor at the University of Texas, Dallas.