Cyclic entropy of collaborative complex networks

Recent models of complex networks rely on degree-based properties evaluation, a new approach is proposed based on other microstructures existing in networks that are cycles (loops). Degree-based entropy measures the uncertainties in relationship whereas cycle-based (cyclic) entropy measures the uncertainties associated with the information feedback in collaboration network, namely Wikipedia. On the basis of the values of cyclic and degree entropies measured in three different experiments on Wikipedia, the authors conclude that citation activity level in Wikipedia is low, specialisation level is high and low tendency toward contribution in topics with different authors.