Dots and Lines: Hidden Networks
In this conversation, Autumn and Dr. Anthony Bonato explore the fascinating world of networks, discussing their significance in various fields, including mathematics, social interactions, and even the spread of diseases like COVID-19 in his new book Dots and Lines. Anthony shares his journey into network science, the importance of understanding networks in everyday life, and how they can reveal hidden connections. The discussion also touches on popular culture references, such as Game of Thrones and Survivor, to illustrate the practical applications of network theory. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes the need to embrace mathematics and recognize the pervasive role of networks in our lives.
About the Guest
Dr. Anthony Bonato
Dr. Anthony Bonato is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Toronto Metropolitan University. His research focuses on graph theory, with applications to real-world complex networks—including social, banking, and adversarial networks—alongside machine learning on networks, community structure, and network modeling. He also studies pursuit–evasion games on graphs, such as Cops and Robbers, the Localization game, and graph burning and cooling.
His work is supported by grants from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), and he has received numerous awards for both his research and graduate supervision. Dr. Bonato has taught courses at six universities worldwide, including institutions in Ireland and Cameroon.
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