Publications by authors named "Rebecca T Tyson"
J Math Sociol
September 2016
Article Synopsis
- Opinions are not just black and white; they exist on a spectrum of strength, which impacts their influence on others.
- Researchers aim to analyze how different influence dynamics create noticeable patterns in the evolution of opinions over time and space.
- Their simulations reveal that even minor boosts in opinion strength from interacting with similar individuals can lead to increased polarization and an inability to reach consensus.
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