Graph Neural Networks through the lens of algebraic topology, differential geometry, and PDEs
- 👤 Speaker: Professor Michael Bronstein - Department of Computer Science, University of Oxford
- 📅 Date & Time: Wednesday 09 March 2022, 15:05 - 15:55
- 📍 Venue: Lecture Theatre 1, Computer Laboratory, William Gates Building
Abstract
The message-passing paradigm has been the “battle horse” of deep learning on graphs for several years, making graph neural networks a big success in a wide range of applications, from particle physics to protein design. From a theoretical viewpoint, it established the link to the Weisfeiler-Lehman hierarchy, allowing to analyse the expressive power of GNNs. I argue that the very “graph-centric” mindset of current graph deep learning schemes may hinder future progress in the field. As an alternative, I propose physics-inspired “continuous” learning models that open up a new trove of tools from the fields of differential geometry, algebraic topology, and differential equations so far largely unexplored in graph ML.
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Professor Michael Bronstein - Department of Computer Science, University of Oxford
Wednesday 09 March 2022, 15:05-15:55