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System Dynamics Modelling and System Analysis Applied in Complex Research Projects - the Case of VALUMICS

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  • Olafsdottir, Anna Hulda
  • Gudbrandsdottir, Ingunn
  • Sverdrup, Harald U.
  • Bogason, Sigurdur G.
  • Olafsdottir, Gudrun
  • Stefansson, Gunnar

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VALUMICS is a Horizon 2020 project funded by the European Commission (2017-2021). The project structure is highly integrated and transdisciplinary, building on the expertise of over 30 specialists in various fields of research including knowledge integration through systems analysis and system dynamics modelling, food science, supply chain management, life cycle assessment, logistics, economics and social science. The aim of the project is to analyze the dynamics of food supply- and value chain systems using a structural analysis including system analysis and perform system simulations using system dynamics. The VALUMICS research approach and the project design are explained and it is justified why system analysis is needed to obtain an understanding of the complex connections and interactions of the distinct parts of food systems. Patterns will be recognized and thus causes and effects of complex relations within the selected food supply system and networks will be identified. This understanding of the functioning of the system can in turn be used to identify policy interventions.

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  • Olafsdottir, Anna Hulda & Gudbrandsdottir, Ingunn & Sverdrup, Harald U. & Bogason, Sigurdur G. & Olafsdottir, Gudrun & Stefansson, Gunnar, 2018. "System Dynamics Modelling and System Analysis Applied in Complex Research Projects - the Case of VALUMICS," International Journal on Food System Dynamics, International Center for Management, Communication, and Research, vol. 9(5), December.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:ijofsd:345299
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.345299
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