System Dynamics Review

Papers
(The median citation count of System Dynamics Review is 1. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-08-01 to 2026-08-01.)
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A complete shortest independent loop set algorithm for model structure analysis62
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Developing model‐based storytelling to share systemic insights to the public during the COVID‐19 pandemic55
Observations from a system dynamics modeling field school in Mali44
On Parallel and Serial (Dis‐)Aggregation in System Dynamics Models34
Quantifying the COVID‐19 endgame: Is a new normal within reach?28
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Corrigendum18
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Building and Learning With Models Using AI15
From text to map: a system dynamics bot for constructing causal loop diagrams15
An analysis of participants' introductory experience with causal loop diagrams (CLDs) using group model building (GMB) scripts15
Teaching and Advising in Systems Science and System Dynamics—Personal Experience, Lessons, and Reflections14
Using analytical equations to represent nonlinear relationships14
Call for submissions to the 2024 ISDC14
History of the Beer Game13
Speculative Bubbles and Control Theory—An Endogenous Approach13
Generative AI and simulation modeling: how should you (not) use large language models like ChatGPT12
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Capturing the science behind the craft: a reporting framework to improve quality and confidence in nonsimulated models11
Mixed Blessings: Valedictory Thoughts on System Dynamics Practice11
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Dynamic Analysis of the Adoption and Diffusion of the Entrepreneur's Behavior: An Institutional Approach9
In response to: “Never the strongest: reconciling the four schools of thought in system dynamics in the debate on quality” —Strengthening the field through shared tools and techniques9
Grounding alcohol simulation models in empirical and theoretical alcohol research: a model for a Northern Plains population in the United States9
Designing for Impact: Engaging Stakeholders With System Dynamics Models9
Trusted Simulation: Considering Model Quality in the Context of User Trust7
Ethical considerations of using system dynamics in participatory settings: a social‐ecological‐systems perspective7
The Qualitative Engine: Creating and Evaluating an Iterative AI Modeling Tool7
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Teaching the Keynesian Multiplier as a Feedback System: A System Dynamics Flight Simulator for Economics Instruction6
The polycrisis is here, and system dynamics can help: a call to action6
A framework for using Theory of Constraints thinking processes and tools to complement qualitative system dynamics modelling6
What is (quantitative) system dynamics modeling? Defining characteristics and the opportunities they create6
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Dynamics of interdisciplinarity: a microlevel analysis of communication and facilitation in a group model‐building workshop5
Announcement of the system dynamics applications award 20205
Commentaries on “what is (quantitative) system dynamics modeling? Defining characteristics and the opportunities they create,” by Naugle et al. (2024)5
Dealing with soft variables and data scarcity: lessons learnt from quantification in a participatory system dynamics modelling process5
Challenges for sustainability: misperceptions and misleading advice5
Introducing Feedback Thinking and System Dynamics Modeling in Economics Education5
Using Loops That Matter for Feedback Analysis: A Structured Curriculum for Building Systems Understanding5
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Call for submissions to the 2025 ISDC4
The lowly constant, elevated4
Dynamic supply chains with endogenous dispositions4
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The four main elements of dynamic complexity3
Participatory modeling for high complexity, multi‐system issues: challenges and recommendations for balancing qualitative understanding and quantitative questions3
Cash‐Based Assistance Versus In‐Kind Aid in Conflict Zone: A System Dynamics Evaluation of Humanitarian Effectiveness in Sudan3
The Qualitative Systems Exploration Model ( QSEM ): A New Framework to Support the Structural Analysis of Causal Loop Diagrams Within Participatory S3
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As simple as possible but not simpler: structural sensitivity testing of a dynamic model of adolescent overweight and obesity3
ChatPySD: Embedding and Simulating System Dynamics Models in ChatGPT‐43
Disequilibrium supply‐and‐demand allocation with differentiated products2
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Integrating AI language models in qualitative research: Replicating interview data analysis with ChatGPT2
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Building confidence in exploratory models2
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Techniques to enhance the public policy impact of qualitative system dynamics models2
System Dynamics: Modeling, Simulation, and Response. By OsamaGad, Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, 1st ed., 2024. 549 pp. £88.00 (hardback), £79.99 (eBook). ISBN: 978‐1‐032‐68565‐62
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Root causes of radicalization: the terror‐contagion hypothesis1
In response to: “Never the strongest: reconciling the four schools of thought in system dynamics in the debate on quality.” — System Dynamicists versus problems, not versus fellow System Dynamicists!1
Reflecting on Zagonel's dichotomy of microworlds and boundary objects1
Sublime reason: when Isaac Asimov met Jay Forrester1
Constructing causal loop diagrams from large interview data sets1
Analysis of dynamic models by optimization1
In response to: “Never the strongest: reconciling the four schools of thought in system dynamics in the debate on quality.” — Acknowledging our differences makes us all stronger1
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Considerations of Climate Mitigation Feedback Phenomena1
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