Organization in complex brain networks: Energy distributions and phase shift

J Theor Biol. 2019 Sep 7:476:30-35. doi: 10.1016/j.jtbi.2019.05.015. Epub 2019 May 24.

Abstract

The Hamiltonian function of a network, derived from the intrinsic distributions of nodes and edges, magnified by resolution parameter has information on the distribution of energy in the network. In brain networks, the Hamiltonian function follows hierarchical features reflecting a power-law behavior which can be a signature of self-organization. Further, the transition of three distinct phases driven by resolution parameter is observed which could correspond to various important brain states. This resolution parameter could thus reflect a key parameter that controls and balances the energy distribution in the brain network.

Keywords: Constant potts model; Hamiltonian function; Resolution parameter; Self-organization; Transition of phase.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Brain / physiology*
  • Humans
  • Models, Neurological*
  • Nerve Net / physiology*