Heterogeneity and Network Structure in the Dynamics of Diffusion: Comparing Agent-Based and Differential Equation Models

When is it better to use agent-based (AB) models, and when should differential equation (DE) models be used? Whereas DE models assume homogeneity and perfect mixing within compartments, AB models can capture heterogeneity across individuals and in the network of interactions among them. AB models re...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Management science 2008-05, Vol.54 (5), p.998-1014
Hauptverfasser:	Rahmandad, Hazhir, Sterman, John
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	agent-based models Applied sciences Behavior modeling Biological and medical sciences Business studies Cognitive models complex adaptive systems Computer science control theory systems Determinism Differential equations Disease models Economic methodology Economic models Epidemics Epidemiology Exact sciences and technology General aspects heterogeneity Information retrieval. Graph Mathematical models Medical sciences Modeling Network analysis Network topologies networks Parametric models Public health. Hygiene Public health. Hygiene-occupational medicine scale free SEIR model Sensitivity analysis Simulation small world Stochastic models Studies system dynamics Theoretical computing
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