7 papers
Virality detection and control strategies in rumor models
Eva RifÃ, Julian Vicens, Emanuele Cozzo
We study the dynamics and intervention strategies of a rumor using the modified Maki-Thompson model. A key challenge in social networks is distinguishing between natural increases…
An analytical and experimental study of the energy transition discourse on YouTube
Aleix Bassolas, Piero Birello, Julian Vicens
Energy production and management face significant political, economic, and environmental challenges, yet the rise in information consumption through social media undermines the ava…
FlexBSS: A flexible multi-objective framework for bike-sharing station optimization
Jordi Grau-Escolano, David Duran-Rodas, Julian Vicens
Bike-sharing systems (BSS) are key components of urban mobility, promoting active travel and complementing public transport. This paper presents a flexible, data-driven framework f…
Multifaceted polarisation and information reliability in climate change discussions on social media platforms
Aleix Bassolas, Joan Massachs, Emanuele Cozzo +1
Social media platforms like YouTube and Twitter play a key role in disseminating both reliable and unreliable information about climate change. This study analyses the topology of…
Far-right party influence on polarization dynamics in electoral campaign
Eva RifÃ, Joan Massachs, Emanuele Cozzo +1
Political polarization has attracted increasing attention in recent years, driven by the rise of social media and the global emergence of far-right populist movements. This study i…
Spatiotemporal variability and prediction of e-bike battery levels in bike-sharing systems
Aleix Bassolas, Jordi Grau-Escolano, Julian Vicens
Bike Sharing Systems (BSSs) play a crucial role in promoting sustainable urban mobility by facilitating short-range trips and connecting with other transport modes. Traditionally,…