Network Analysis in Practice

Asaf Shapira, a network analysis consultant and the host of NETfrix, dives into the intricacies of network science. He discusses how network analysis techniques can identify malicious activities, including bot farms on social media. The conversation touches on the impact of social networks on elections and the importance of community detection algorithms in understanding organizational dynamics. From the historical roots of network analysis to its modern applications in areas like COVID-19 contact tracing, Asaf sheds light on its widespread yet underutilized potential.