GLODERS-S: a simulator for agent-based models of criminal organisations

Computer simulation has recently been recognised by criminologists as a useful tool for bridging the gap between theoretical and empirical analyses of organised crime and for supplementing their weaknesses. GLODERS-S is an innovative and configurable agent-based simulator specialised in reproducing...

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Authors: Gustavo Nardin, Luis (Author) ; Székely, Áron (Author) ; Andrighetto, Giulia (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 1 September 2016
In: Trends in organized crime
Year: 2017, Volume: 20, Issue: 1-2, Pages: [85]-99
Online Access: Volltext (Resolving-System)
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Keywords:
GLODERS-S
Protection racketeering
Criminal organisations
Agentbased simulation
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Summary:Computer simulation has recently been recognised by criminologists as a useful tool for bridging the gap between theoretical and empirical analyses of organised crime and for supplementing their weaknesses. GLODERS-S is an innovative and configurable agent-based simulator specialised in reproducing the dynamics of a specific type of criminal organisations: protection racketeering groups. The simulator adopts an event-based approach that provides a more realistic operation of the agents, which integrated with its configurability provides policy-makers with a highly flexible platform for analysing multiple scenarios and assessing policies to counter organised crime. In this paper, we describe the principles of the simulator design, its features and limitations, and possible applications.
Item Description:Published: 1 September 2016
Literaturverzeichnis: Seite 97-99
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ISSN:1936-4830
DOI:10.1007/s12117-016-9287-y