Density-Based Community Detection in Attributed Networks

This paper introduces AttDeCoDe, a novel community detection method designed for attributed networks. It addresses the limitations of existing methods by considering both network topology and node attributes, particularly focusing on homophily and leader influence. The method's strength lies in its ability to form communities around attribute-based representatives while respecting structural constraints, making it suitable for complex networks like research collaboration data. The evaluation includes a new generative model and real-world data, demonstrating competitive performance.