Name: Agent-Based and Individual-Based Modeling – A Practical Introduction
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Author: Steven F. Railsback, Volker Grimm
ISBN: 9780691136745

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Agent-Based and Individual-Based Modeling – A Practical Introduction

Type

Physical Book

Publisher

Princeton Univ Press

Author

Steven F. Railsback, Volker Grimm

Year

2011

Language

English

Pages

344

Format

Paperback

ISBN13

9780691136745

Edition No.

59468th

Synopsis "Agent-Based and Individual-Based Modeling – A Practical Introduction"

Agent-Based and Individual-Based Modeling: A Practical Introduction by Steven F. Railsback and Volker Grimm is a comprehensive and accessible textbook that introduces readers to the methodology and practice of agent‑based modeling (ABM) and individual‑based modeling (IBM) for understanding complex systems across biological, social, and ecological domains. The book guides students and researchers from the fundamentals of model design and implementation to in‑depth analysis, presenting clear conceptual frameworks and hands‑on examples that demonstrate how the dynamics of complex systems emerge from the behavior of individual agents within them. It also offers an introduction to NetLogo, a widely used platform for developing and simulating agent‑based models as part of the learning process.

Designed for learners and practitioners in ecology, social sciences, environmental studies, data science, and related fields, this textbook emphasizes both the theoretical foundations and practical skills of modeling such as model testing, robustness analysis, parameter tuning, and interpretation of results. Each chapter introduces a key concept in modeling and shows how to implement it with NetLogo, making it suitable as both a course text and a self‑study resource. The book’s examples and exercises help build confidence in applying agent‑based techniques to real‑world problems, from ecological interactions to social behavior and beyond.

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