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Research questions should drive edge definitions in social network studies


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Authors

Carter, AJ 
Lee, AEG 
Lee, AEG 
Marshall, HH 

Abstract

Highlights: We consider sampling issues in social network studies. We argue that both proximity and interaction data should be used to build networks. We do not recommend assuming that proximity is a proxy for interaction. We raise broader conceptual issues regarding interactions and social organisation. We suggest that research questions should primarily determine edge definitions.

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Keywords

baboon, fission-fusion, group living, social network analysis, social organization

Journal Title

Animal Behaviour

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Journal ISSN

0003-3472
1095-8282

Volume Title

104

Publisher

Elsevier BV
Sponsorship
A.J.C. is supported by a Junior Research Fellowship from Churchill College, University of Cambridge. This is a publication of ZSL Institute of Zoology's Tsaobis Baboon Project.