Workshop Making the Ties Count
July 10th-12th, 2024
The formative event focuses on network analysis applied to historical contexts, offering a quantitative analysis tool to investigate past entities and circumstances through their interactions and interdependencies. This course, conducted in English with mandatory physical attendance, is designed for researchers at any career stage and cultural sector professionals, particularly those in the GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, Museums) sector. No specific technical expertise is required; participants need only an interest in historical research, a willingness to acquire new knowledge, and proficiency in English.
The first day of the workshop covers theoretical principles, definitions, and concepts underlying network analysis. Participants will also receive training on using free software tools such as Gephi. The second day consists of practical exercises, guiding attendees from data coding to the analysis and interpretation of results. The third day features presentations of research projects utilizing network analysis, emphasizing accumulated knowledge. In the final part of the course, participants will present their project ideas, discussing potential data types, sources, and application contexts. Participation in this workshop is free of charge.
Our deepest gratitude goes to the representatives and collaborators of our esteemed project partner, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Belgium: Sébastien de Valeriola (@SdeValeriola), Nicolas Ruffini-Ronzani (@nruffinironzani) and Guillaume Quintin (@glm_qtn), for their invaluable contribution to the organization of this workshop. Their dedication and collaborative spirit have been instrumental in bringing together experts and enthusiasts from diverse fields to explore the application of network analysis to historical contexts. We extend our heartfelt thanks to RESTORY associates for their unwavering support, meticulous planning, and exceptional coordination, which have ensured the success of this event. Your commitment to advancing research and fostering professional growth is truly commendable
