Preference-driven Knowledge Distillation for Few-shot Node Classification

arXiv — cs.LGMonday, October 27, 2025 at 4:00:00 AM
A recent study introduces a novel approach to enhance few-shot node classification in text-attributed graphs using preference-driven knowledge distillation. This method leverages the strengths of graph neural networks and large language models, addressing the challenges posed by limited human-annotated labels and complex node topologies. This advancement is significant as it could improve the efficiency and accuracy of machine learning applications in various fields, making it easier to analyze and interpret complex data structures.
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