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Computational Social Simulation – System Dynamics and Agent-Based Modeling

Computational Social Simulation – System Dynamics and Agent-Based Modeling

System Dynamics
Agent-Based Modeling
NetLogo
Simulation Design
Socio-Economic Analysis

Vienna University of TechnologyMarch 2024 - June 2024

Simulation Developer

Project Overview

As part of a university course, collaborated on projects leveraging System Dynamics (SD) and Agent-Based Modeling (ABM) to simulate complex socio-economic systems. The work included designing causal-loop diagrams, building stock-flow models, and implementing simulations in NetLogo.

Challenges

  • Modeling complex socio-economic systems like voting behaviors and rumor spreading
  • Creating stock-flow diagrams and causal-loop diagrams for feedback systems
  • Implementing stochastic variations in agent-level behaviors for realistic simulations
  • Analyzing emergent system behaviors to identify critical dynamics
  • Ensuring accuracy and computational efficiency in simulation models

Key Achievements

  • Developed stock-flow and causal-loop diagrams for socio-economic and ecological models
  • Implemented agent-based simulations in NetLogo, capturing dynamic behaviors like contagion and decision-making
  • Analyzed emergent system behaviors to derive actionable insights into complex systems
  • Produced detailed reports and visualizations for system dynamics and ABM scenarios

Technologies Used

System Dynamics
Agent-Based Modeling
NetLogo
Causal Loop Diagrams
Simulation Design