OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Software and Systems Modeling is 6. 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 2021-09-01 to 2025-09-01.)

Article	Citations
Formalizing the four-layer metamodeling stack with MetaMorph: potential and benefits	124
The technological landscape of collaborative model-driven software engineering	120
GoRIM: a model-driven method for enhancing regulatory intelligence	52
Automated testing of metamodels and code co-evolution	45
Modeling more software performance antipatterns in cyber-physical systems	35
An investigation of the relationship between joint visual attention and product quality in collaborative business process modeling: a dual eye-tracking study	35
An ontology-based approach to engineering ethicality requirements	33
The uncertainty interaction problem in self-adaptive systems	31
EMF-Syncer: scalable maintenance of view models over heterogeneous data-centric software systems at run time	29
Antonio Vallecillo	28
Probabilistic modelling and verification using RoboChart and PRISM	25
Models: the fourth dimension of computer science	25
Incremental execution of temporal graph queries over runtime models with history and its applications	24
Fabricatable axis: an approach for modelling customized fabrication machines	23
Measurement and classification of inter-actor dependencies in goal models	23
Reflection on the differences between modeling and programming	22
The complexities of the satisfiability checking problems of feature diagram sublanguages	21
Reasoning over time into models with DataTime	21
Model-based code generation works: But how far does it go?—on the role of the generator	20
A reference architecture for the development of GLSP-based web modeling tools	19
Incremental model transformations with triple graph grammars for multi-version models and multi-version pattern matching	19
Integrating the analysis of multiple non-functional properties in model-driven engineering	17
Correct-by-construction requirement decomposition	17
Bridging MDE and AI: a systematic review of domain-specific languages and model-driven practices in AI software systems engineering	17
Theme section on model-driven requirements engineering	16

A model template for reachability-based containment checking of imprecise observations in timed automata	16
Correction: MBFair: a model-based verification methodology for detecting violations of individual fairness	15
Adopting the concept of a function as an underlying semantic paradigm for modeling languages	15
An architecture for coupled digital twins with semantic lifting	15
Deep specification and proof preservation for the CoqTL transformation language	15
Multi-dimensional multi-level modeling	14
On the assessment of generative AI in modeling tasks: an experience report with ChatGPT and UML	14
Editorial to theme section on open environmental software systems modeling	13
Low-code development and model-driven engineering: Two sides of the same coin?	13
On enterprise coherence governance with GEA: a 15-year co-evolution of practice and theory	12
SOCAM: a service-oriented computing architecture modeling method	12
MUREQ: a multilayer framework for analyzing and operationalizing visualization requirements	12
What makes a good modeling research contribution?	12
Repeat, reorder, rephrase: data augmentation for process information extraction	12
SimIMA: a virtual Simulink intelligent modeling assistant	11
FloBP: a model-driven approach for developing and executing IoT-enhanced business processes	11
Automated conceptual model clustering: a relator-centric approach	11
Modeling for sustainability: Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) of the United Nations	11
Can explainable artificial intelligence support software modelers in model comprehension?	11
Guest editorial for EMMSAD’2023 special section	11
Gamifying model-based engineering: the PapyGame experience	11
Evaluation of a machine learning classifier for metamodels	10
Fault localization in DSLTrans model transformations by combining symbolic execution and spectrum-based analysis	10
AI simulation by digital twins: systematic survey, reference framework, and mapping to a standardized architecture	10
A language-parametric test amplification framework for executable domain-specific languages	10
Decision-making under uncertainty: be aware of your priorities	10
Guest editorial to the theme section on multi-level modeling	10
From process mining to augmented process execution	10
Special section of BPMDS’2023	10
A graph-based framework for model-driven optimization facilitating impact analysis of mutation operator properties	10
Modeling data protection and privacy: application and experience with GDPR	10
Model checking of spacecraft operational designs: a scalability analysis	10
Using reactive links to propagate changes across engineering models	9
Correction: Cost-sensitive precomputation of real-time-aware reconfiguration strategies based on stochastic priced timed games	9
Application and evaluation of interlinked approaches for modeling changing capabilities	9
Enhancing automated network function onboarding through language extension and code refactoring	9
Accelerating similarity-based model matching using dual hashing	9
Modeling should be an independent scientific discipline	9
Context-driven process discovery: enhancing process flow interpretability with contextualized activity hierarchies	9
IAT/ML: a metamodel and modelling approach for discourse analysis	9
Completion of SysML state machines from Given–When–Then requirements	9
DEVS-based formalism for the modeling of routing processes	9
CaRE: a refinement calculus for requirements engineering based on argumentation theory	9
Teaching conceptual modelling in the age of LLMs: shifting from model creation to model evaluation skills	8
Conceptual modelling of temporality and subjectivity as cross-cutting concerns	8
A manifesto for applicable formal methods	8
Reusing model validation methods for the continuous validation of digital twins of cyber-physical systems	8
Exploring modeling methods for information systems analysis and design: a data-driven retrospective	8
Exchanging information in cooperative software validation	8
iDOCEM: defining a common terminology for object-centric event logging and data-centric process modelling	8

Efficient regression testing of distributed real-time reactive systems in the context of model-driven development	8
Flexmi: a generic and modular textual syntax for domain-specific modelling	7
Multi-level modeling: cornerstones of a rationale	7
Consistency management in industrial continuous model-based development settings: a reality check	7
Modeling competences in enterprise architecture: from knowledge, skills, and attitudes to organizational capabilities	7
Automatic Model Transformation and Formal Verification for Function Block of IEC 61499	7
PARMOREL: a framework for customizable model repair	7
Analysing factors impacting BPMS performance: a case of a challenged technology adoption	7
MoDALAS: addressing assurance for learning-enabled autonomous systems in the face of uncertainty	7
Correction to: Evaluation of a machine learning classifier for metamodels	7
What makes life for process mining analysts difficult? A reflection of challenges	7
Are models better read on paper or on screen? A comparative study	7
Automatic security-flaw detection - towards a fair evaluation and comparison	7
Guest editorial to the theme section on Trends in Enterprise Architecture Research	6
Special Section of BPMDS 2022—reflections on interactions and responsibility in a digitized business processes ecosystem	6
Real-time collaborative multi-level modeling by conflict-free replicated data types	6
Modeling in advanced systems engineering	6
Correction: Automaton-based comparison of Declare process models	6
Span(Graph): a canonical feedback algebra of open transition systems	6
Reference models: how can we leverage them?	6
Model-based resource analysis and synthesis of service-oriented automotive software architectures	6
Simulation and analysis of MultEcore multilevel models based on rewriting logic	6
Counterexample classification	6
Ceaml: A novel modeling language for enabling cloud and edge continuum orchestration	6
Measuring and achieving test coverage of attack simulations extended version	6
Analyzing the impact of human errors on interactive service robotic scenarios via formal verification	6