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The Application of Structurally Dynamic Models in Ecology and Ecotoxicology

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Ecotoxicology Modeling

Part of the book series: Emerging Topics in Ecotoxicology ((ETEP,volume 2))

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Structurally dynamic models (SDMs) are models that account for the changes in the model parameters due to the adaptation or the shift in species composition resulting from current changes in the forcing functions. The parameter changes are found by introduction of eco-exergy as goal function in the model. The set of parameters that give the highest eco-exergy by the prevailing conditions are currently selected. The theory behind the use of eco-exergy as goal function in ecological models is presented as a translation of Darwin’s theory to thermodynamics. Two examples of SDMs are presented to illustrative the advantages and disadvantages of this model type.

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  1. Section for Environmental Chemistry, Institute A, Copenhagen University, University Park 2, 2100, Copenhagen Ø, Denmark

    Sven E. Jørgensen

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    James Devillers

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Jørgensen, S.E. (2009). The Application of Structurally Dynamic Models in Ecology and Ecotoxicology. In: Devillers, J. (eds) Ecotoxicology Modeling. Emerging Topics in Ecotoxicology, vol 2. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-0197-2_13

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