Economics SIG News: Summer 2022
Economics SIG News: Summer 2022
Summer 2022 Events
Tyrone Keynes on “The Impact on National Accounts from NPI’s: Economic Pandemic Model”
May 12th, 2022 Noon – 1PM (New York)
Demonstrating the effects on the national and regional accounts of lock-down measures.
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Alfonso Martinez Valderrama on “Dynamic National model for prospective and analysis of Environmental and Socioeconomic policies”
June 10th, 2022 Noon – 1PM (New York)
SD detailed model for a National Economy (case Spain: 2000-2030). Overview of structure and main modules. View of some results and scenarios.
We will email the event details closer to the date of each event.
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Please help the Econ SIG by checking out the current list of cases and blog posts and IDENTIFYING the ones that are relevant to the Econ SIG by May 13.
News
Dr. Saeed Langarudi, Ph.D. has accepted a position as an associate professor of system dynamics at the University of Bergen.
“Economics to prevent social collapse: Raworth & Keen speak to Extinction Rebellion UK” (YouTube video).
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Upcoming Events

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Economics SIG News: Spring 2022
Economics SIG News: Spring 2022
Spring 2022 Events
Networking and Discussion Session
February 11th, 2022 Noon – 1PM (New York)
See this event page for details
David Wheat
April 8th, 2022 Noon – 1PM (New York)
Professor I. David Wheat will present on the MacroLab template to jump-start macro modeling.
Past Presentations
Mr. Gene Bellinger hosted a “Potential Econ SIG Model Repository Demo” in which we brainstormed platforms and processes on how to create and sustain an economics focused repository.
Mr. Al Thibeault presented “WIP: Rare Earth Element Industry Dynamics” in which he explained the problem he plans to model for his dissertation. Below is his work-in-progress model sector map.

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If you want to join the Econ SIG, present your work, or report news, please email Christine Tang (ctang@wpi.edu).
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Interested in getting involved? We are always looking for volunteers to help out with tasks. Please fill out this form if any of our activities interest you and we will reach out to you.
Past Newsletters
Recent Posts
Honoring Excellence: A Glimpse into the Awards of the International System Dynamics Conference
Honoring Excellence: A Glimpse into the Awards of the International System Dynamics Conference The International System Dynamics Conference brings together experts, practitioners, and students to exchange ideas, showcase real-world applications, and celebrate...
From Bergen to Global: UiB’s System Dynamics Group
From Bergen to Global: UiB’s System Dynamics Group The System Dynamics Group, an autonomous research group at the University of Bergen (UiB) was established in 1971 by professor emeritus Svein Nordbotten. Inspired by the work of Jay W. Forrester, Nordbotten...
Consideo’s Insight into the Global Energy Transition: A Systems Perspective
Consideo’s Insight into the Global Energy Transition: A Systems Perspective Complexities of Energy TransitionThe global energy transition is a complex challenge. The development of technology, the need for resources, the depletion of high-grade materials and...
Upcoming Events

Polarization Workshop 2023
“Directions of Polarization, Social Norms, and Trust in Societies: perspectives from Behavioral Sciences” is an interdisciplinary workshop that unites social science scholars. This two-day symposium aims to delve into the complexities of political...
Recent Business cases
The World Bank Uses System Dynamics to Identify Root Causes of Poverty
The World Bank Uses System Dynamics to Identify Root Causes of Poverty EXECUTIVE Summary Madagascar has one of the highest poverty rates in the world. In 2022, an astonishingly three out of every four people in Madagascar lived below the poverty line. Poverty has...
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Fast-Track Cities Uses System Dynamics to Enhance HIV Care EXECUTIVE Summary Low levels of viral suppression at 69% for people with HIV make it hard to believe the 95% target level will be achieved by 2030 in St. Louis, USA. As a solution, Fast-Track Cities-STL opted...
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