bnRep: A repository of Bayesian networks from the academic literature

Abstract

Bayesian networks (BNs) are widely used for modeling complex systems with uncertainty, yet repositories of pre-built BNs remain limited. This paper introduces bnRep, an open-source R package offering a comprehensive collection of documented BNs, facilitating benchmarking, replicability, and education. With over 200 networks from academic publications, bnRep integrates seamlessly with bnlearn and other R packages, providing users with interactive tools for network exploration. The package includes a Shiny app for intuitive and interactive filtering and visualization, further enhancing accessibility for users of all expertise levels.