We have developed a groundbreaking simulation platform that uniquely integrates system dynamics modeling with AI analytics. As of January 2024, the national model structure is complete. The Opioid Abatement Model is a simplified version of the real world that can evaluate various policies, judge their likely success or failure, and provide a clear idea of what will be necessary to abate the opioid epidemic in the appropriate geographic region.
Read more about our practices below.
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System Dynamics 101
View this slide deck that details the history, methodology and science of System Dynamics.
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Abatement Buckets
A visual of the “four buckets” of components in abatement planning; this has been a useful tool to show how complex a successful respons to the opioid epidemic will be.
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The Still Persistent Poppy
A white paper written by Keith Eubanks, who is our lead modeler, about System Dynamics and the opioid epidemic.
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Our Methodology: System Dynamics
An overview of System Dynamics modeling and its use generally and in the public health space.
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The Helios Alliance: What We Do
Overview of The Helios Alliance methodology and how we differ from other entities in this space.
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Case Studies: System Dynamics Representative Projects
Selected summaries of past projects for some of the world’s leading companies, as well as governments and governmental agencies.
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System Dynamics in Schools
System Dynamics is studied around the world at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, in schools of engineering, business, and science, among others.
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System Dynamics Glossary
Defines commonly used terms you will come across when studying System Dynamics.