| Course Title | Data Applications in Natural Sciences | ||
| Course Code | MH4517 | ||
| Offered | Study Year 3, Sem 2 | Study Year 4, Sem 2 | ||
| Course Coordinator | Xia Kelin (Asst Prof) | XIAKELIN@ntu.edu.sg | 6513 7464 |
| Pre-requisites | MH1402 OR MH1403 OR CZ2001 | ||
| Mutually exclusive | MH4600 | ||
| AU | 4 | ||
| Contact hours | Lectures: 39, Tutorials: 12 | ||
| Approved for delivery from | AY 2020/21 semester 2 | ||
| Last revised | 19 Oct 2020, 09:19 | ||
This course aims to provide the recent progress on geometric data analysis, topological data analysis, the combination with machine learning models, and their applications in nature data analysis. In this course you will develop skills in geometric and topological modeling, and the analysis of complicated physical/chemical/biological data.
Upon successfully completing this course, you should be able to:
Topological data analysis models, including simplicial complex, nerve theorem, homology, cohomology, filtration, persistent homology, Morse theory, Hodge-Laplacian, Reeb graph.
Geometric data analysis models, including multidimensional scaling, isomap, diffusion map, spectral graph, manifold learning, differential forms.
Geometry and topology based learning, including data representation, feature engineering, molecular/chemical descriptors, graph neural network.
| Component | Course ILOs tested | SPMS-MAS Graduate Attributes tested | Weighting | Team / Individual | Assessment Rubrics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous Assessment | |||||
| Tutorials | |||||
| Project | 1, 2, 3, 4 | 1. a, b, c, d 2. a, b, c, d 3. a, b 4. a 5. a | 20 | both | See Appendix for rubric |
| Mid-semester Quiz | |||||
| Short Answer Questions | 1, 2, 3 | 1. a, b, c, d 2. a, b, c, d | 30 | individual | See Appendix for rubric |
| Examination | |||||
| Short Answer Questions | 1, 2, 3, 4 | 1. a, b, c, d 2. a, b, c, d | 50 | individual | See Appendix for rubric |
| Total | 100% | ||||
These are the relevant SPMS-MAS Graduate Attributes.
1. Competence
a. Independently process and interpret mathematical theories and methodologies, and apply them to solve problems
b. Formulate mathematical statements precisely using rigorous mathematical language
c. Discover patterns by abstraction from examples
d. Use computer technology to solve problems, and to communicate mathematical ideas
2. Creativity
a. Critically assess the applicability of mathematical tools in the workplace
b. Build on the connection between subfields of mathematics to tackle new problems
c. Develop new applications of existing techniques
d. Critically analyse data from a multitude of sources
3. Communication
a. Present mathematics ideas logically and coherently at the appropriate level for the intended audience
b. Work in teams on complicated projects that require applications of mathematics, and communicate the results verbally and in written form
4. Civic-mindedness
a. Develop and communicate mathematical ideas and concepts relevant in everyday life for the benefits of society
5. Character
a. Act in socially responsible and ethical ways in line with the societal expectations of a mathematics professional, particularly in relation to analysis of data, computer security, numerical computations and algorithms
In the beginning of each class, there will be a 5 to 10 minutes review with several questions to help you understand the critical concepts in geometric and topological data analysis (1,2,3,4).
In the project, you will be asked to apply the geometric and topological tools and models to physical/chemical/biological data analysis. There will be a midterm report of the project. Individual meeting will be scheduled for the discussion of the project during the semester (1,2,3,4).
Several in-class quiz will be scheduled to help review the critical concepts, models and tools (1,2,3,4).
Midterm exam will cover half of the materials (1,2). A detailed explanation of the midterm problems after the exam will contribute to a better understanding.
Examiner's Report for the final exam will be uploaded to NTULearn for reviewing the class materials.
| Lectures (39 hours) | In each lecture, a short review about 5 to 10 minutes will be given to test the understanding of 1,2,3,4. Group discussion will be conduct for 3,4. |
| Tutorials (12 hours) | Tutorials will focus on the analysis of problem with various models, tools, and algorithms (1,2,3,4) |
Edelsbrunner, Herbert. A short course in computational geometry and topology. (No. Mathematical methods). Berlin, Germany:: Springer, 2014. (eBook ISBN
978-3-319-05957-0)Edelsbrunner, Herbert, and John Harer. Computational topology: an introduction. American Mathematical Soc., 2010. (ISBN-13: 978-0821849255)
A Mathematical Introduction to Data Analysis, Yuan Yao, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. (Online lecture notes https://github.com/yao-lab/yao-lab.github.io/blob/master/book_datasci.pdf)
Bronstein, Michael M., Joan Bruna, Yann LeCun, Arthur Szlam, and Pierre Vandergheynst. "Geometric deep learning: going beyond euclidean data." IEEE Signal Processing Magazine 34, no. 4 (2017): 18-42. (Research paper)
Duc Nguyen, Zixuan Cang, and Guo-Wei Wei, A review of mathematical representations of biomolecular data, Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 22, 4343-4367 (2020). (Research paper)
(1) General
You are expected to complete all lectures and tutorials, take the quizzes, and complete the project. You are expected to take responsibility to follow up with course notes, assignments and course related announcements if you are absent.
(2) Absenteeism
Absence from examination without a valid reason will affect your overall course grade. Valid reasons include falling sick supported by a medical certificate and participation in NTU’s approved activities supported by an excuse letter from the relevant bodies.
Good academic work depends on honesty and ethical behaviour. The quality of your work as a student relies on adhering to the principles of academic integrity and to the NTU Honour Code, a set of values shared by the whole university community. Truth, Trust and Justice are at the core of NTU’s shared values.
As a student, it is important that you recognize your responsibilities in understanding and applying the principles of academic integrity in all the work you do at NTU. Not knowing what is involved in maintaining academic integrity does not excuse academic dishonesty. You need to actively equip yourself with strategies to avoid all forms of academic dishonesty, including plagiarism, academic fraud, collusion and cheating. If you are uncertain of the definitions of any of these terms, you should go to the Academic Integrity website for more information. Consult your instructor(s) if you need any clarification about the requirements of academic integrity in the course.
| Instructor | Office Location | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xia Kelin (Asst Prof) | SPMS-MAS-05-18 | 6513 7464 | XIAKELIN@ntu.edu.sg |
| Week | Topic | Course ILO | Readings/ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic introduction of physical/chemical/biological data in nature sciences. | 1, 2 | Bronstein, Michael M., Joan Bruna, Yann LeCun, Arthur Szlam, and Pierre Vandergheynst. "Geometric deep learning: going beyond euclidean data." IEEE Signal Processing Magazine 34, no. 4 (2017): 18-42. Duc Nguyen, Zixuan Cang, and Guo-Wei Wei, A review of mathematical representations of biomolecular data, Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 22, 4343-4367 (2020). |
| 2 | Topological data analysis models, including simplicial complex, nerve theorem, homology, cohomology, filtration, persistent homology, Morse theory, Hodge-Laplacian, Reeb graph. | 1, 3, 4 | A short course in computational geometry and topology-Chapter 8 to 11; |
| 3 | Topological data analysis models, including simplicial complex, nerve theorem, homology, cohomology, filtration, persistent homology, Morse theory, Hodge-Laplacian, Reeb graph. | 1, 3, 4 | A short course in computational geometry and topology-Chapter 8 to 11; |
| 4 | Topological data analysis models, including simplicial complex, nerve theorem, homology, cohomology, filtration, persistent homology, Morse theory, Hodge-Laplacian, Reeb graph. | 1, 3, 4 | A short course in computational geometry and topology-Chapter 8 to 11; |
| 5 | Topological data analysis models, including simplicial complex, nerve theorem, homology, cohomology, filtration, persistent homology, Morse theory, Hodge-Laplacian, Reeb graph. | 1, 3, 4 | A short course in computational geometry and topology-Chapter 8 to 11; |
| 6 | Topological data analysis models, including simplicial complex, nerve theorem, homology, cohomology, filtration, persistent homology, Morse theory, Hodge-Laplacian, Reeb graph. | 1, 3, 4 | A short course in computational geometry and topology-Chapter 8 to 11; |
| 7 | Geometric data analysis models, including multidimensional scaling, isomap, diffusion map, spectral graph, manifold learning, differential forms. | 2, 3, 4 | A Mathematical Introduction to Data Analysis- chapter 5 to 7 |
| 8 | Geometric data analysis models, including multidimensional scaling, isomap, diffusion map, spectral graph, manifold learning, differential forms. | 2, 3, 4 | A Mathematical Introduction to Data Analysis- chapter 5 to 7 |
| 9 | Geometric data analysis models, including multidimensional scaling, isomap, diffusion map, spectral graph, manifold learning, differential forms. | 2, 3, 4 | A Mathematical Introduction to Data Analysis- chapter 5 to 7 |
| 10 | Geometric data analysis models, including multidimensional scaling, isomap, diffusion map, spectral graph, manifold learning, differential forms. | 2, 3, 4 | A Mathematical Introduction to Data Analysis- chapter 5 to 7 |
| 11 | Geometry and topology based learning, including data representation, feature engineering, molecular/chemical descriptors, graph neural network. | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Bronstein, Michael M., Joan Bruna, Yann LeCun, Arthur Szlam, and Pierre Vandergheynst. "Geometric deep learning: going beyond euclidean data." IEEE Signal Processing Magazine 34, no. 4 (2017): 18-42. Duc Nguyen, Zixuan Cang, and Guo-Wei Wei, A review of mathematical representations of biomolecular data, Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 22, 4343-4367 (2020). |
| 12 | Geometry and topology based learning, including data representation, feature engineering, molecular/chemical descriptors, graph neural network. | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Bronstein, Michael M., Joan Bruna, Yann LeCun, Arthur Szlam, and Pierre Vandergheynst. "Geometric deep learning: going beyond euclidean data." IEEE Signal Processing Magazine 34, no. 4 (2017): 18-42. Duc Nguyen, Zixuan Cang, and Guo-Wei Wei, A review of mathematical representations of biomolecular data, Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 22, 4343-4367 (2020). |
| 13 | Geometry and topology based learning, including data representation, feature engineering, molecular/chemical descriptors, graph neural network. | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Bronstein, Michael M., Joan Bruna, Yann LeCun, Arthur Szlam, and Pierre Vandergheynst. "Geometric deep learning: going beyond euclidean data." IEEE Signal Processing Magazine 34, no. 4 (2017): 18-42. Duc Nguyen, Zixuan Cang, and Guo-Wei Wei, A review of mathematical representations of biomolecular data, Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 22, 4343-4367 (2020). |
Grading Criteria | Exceptional (17-20) | Effective (14-16) | Acceptable (10-13) | Developing (0-9) |
Accuracy | The interpretation is highly accurate, concise and precise. | The interpretation is mostly accurate. Some parts can be better explained or more succinct. | The interpretation is somewhat accurate. However, it contains some inaccuracies, missing points or ideas that are not related to the interpretation. | The interpretation are mostly inaccurate. |
Thoroughness | The literature review was comprehensive and rigorous. It includes several different perspectives, including a good spread of the first and latest ideas on the topic. | The literature review was mostly comprehensive and rigorous. It can improve in terms of the selection of the works relating to the topic. | The literature review was adequate. It covers some of the major works relating to the topic. References to primary source is largely missing. | The literature review was not thorough. It is based on a single source of information and/or inaccurate or unreliable secondary sources. |
Presentation | Very clear and organized. It is easy to follow your train of thought | Mostly clear and organized. Some parts can have better transitions. | Somewhat clear. It requires some careful reading to understand what you are writing. | Mostly unclear and messy. It is difficult to understand what you are writing as there is no clear flow of ideas. |
Originality | Evidence of extensive synthesis of ideas from different perspectives such that there is a very convincing original interpretation and that goes beyond what is already discussed in literature. | Evidence of some synthesis of ideas which lead to an original interpretation. The interpretation is good original summary of what is discussed in literature. | Evidence of an attempt to synthesise ideas. However, the attempt contains some misunderstandings. | No synthesis of ideas or originality. It is a repetition of what people have said or a laundry list of ideas with little interpretation. |