Spatial Proximity

Spatial proximity, the relative closeness of entities, is a crucial concept across diverse fields, with current research focusing on accurately representing and leveraging this information in complex systems. This involves developing sophisticated models, such as graph transformers and hierarchical reasoning frameworks, to capture both spatial and temporal relationships, particularly in dynamic environments like social networks and urban planning. Improved understanding and modeling of spatial proximity is vital for enhancing applications ranging from efficient navigation systems and optimized resource allocation (e.g., charging stations) to improving the security and robustness of large language models against prompt-stealing attacks.