Sample Data-Articles

MODSIM World 2024 Best Paper
Title	Authors
Creating Virtual World Environments for Ocean Vehicles	Ryan Capozzi, Amanda Costa, and Ian Friedrichs
Defense
Title	Authors
BEST PAPER NOMINEE: OptDef: Optimization & Analysis for Defense Simulation Models	Dr. Jose Ramirez and Dr. Benjamin Thengvall
Beyond Assessment: Accelerating Simulation’s Readiness Benefits with Competency Profiles	Dr. Benjamin Bell, Matthew Ross, Debbie Brown, and Ronald Ray
Harnessing Deep Learning for Enhanced Military Simulations: A Comprehensive Approach	Luis Velazquez
Localized Observation Abstraction Using Piecewise Linear Spatial Decay for Reinforcement Learning in Combat Simulations	Scotty Black and Christian Darken
The Complete C5ISR Architecture Tool (TC2AT)	John Lock and Richard Goad
What Can, What Could, What Should… Simulation Supporting Delivery of Enhanced Effectiveness of JFS Training in a Live Environment?	Maximilian Jakob and Florian Göttinger
Simulation Experimentation of Swarms	Melissa Jablonski, Dr. Elizabeth Mezzacappa, Michael McBride, and Dr. Ross Arnold
Building a Domain Agnostic Framework for Efficient and Effective Risk Communication Messages	Dr. Ross Gore, Dr. Ann Marie Reinhold, Dr. Barry Ezell, Dr. Elizabeth Shanahan, Erik Jensen, Dr. Christopher Lynch, Dr. Clemente Izurieta, Jessica Cordner, Virginia Zamponi, and Madison Munro
Smart Munitions Effectiveness Model	Evelyn Welling and Antonio Aguirre
Preliminary Assessment of Single Amphibious Integrated Precision Augmented Reality Navigation System	Victoria Jolliff, Dr. Stacie Ringleb, Kevin Hernandez, and Dr. Peter Crane
Phase One of a Context-Aware Data Mesh	Erica Dretzka
Modeling Human Behavioral Responses to Targeted Violence	Dr. Rainer Hilscher, Matthew DeMichele, and William Parkin
Industry
Title	Authors
Enhancing Digital Transformation Through Maturity Modeling	Claire Hughes and Dr. Kay Stanney
Re-spatializing Gangs: An Exponential Random Graph Model of Twitter Data to Analyze the Geospatial Distribution of Gang Member Connections	Dr. Ryan Roberts
A Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Framework to Assess Navigational Benefit and Distraction Potential for Specific Service Signs using Simulated Driving Performance and Self-reported Cognition	Dr. Kevin Hulme, CMSP, Rachel Su Ann Lim, Roman Dmowsk, Dr. Mahdi Ebnali, Meredith Finn, Jiajun Pang, Gongda Yu, Dr. Huei-Yen Chen, and Dr. Kuan-Ting Chen
Digital Twins of the Battlespace – Data and Formats for Enhanced Modeling and Simulation	Ronald Moore and Randall Toth
Fuelish Errors: Taking the Risk out of Hazardous Petroleum Specialist Training with Interactive Simulations	Gayla Thompson and Phil DeAlmedia
A Micro-Discrete Event Simulation Environment for Production Scheduling in Manufacturing Digital Twins	Dr. Sean Mondesire, Tori Wright, Brian Tse, and Emmanuel Nsiye
Application of Immersive Technologies in the Visualization of Partial Discharges in Power Transformers: A Significant Advance in Supporting Maintenance Practices	Dr. Gerson Lima, Dr. Alexandre Cardoso, Joao Feitosa, Mateus Flausino, Lucas Freitas, and Dr. Helder Paula
Synthetic Computer Vision Data helps Overcome AI Training Challenges	Mark Hogsett and Christopher Andrews
Interactive Coaching of Highly Independent Participants in AR	Richard St. Augustine and Richard Goad
Analysis of a Model Predictive Control Mixed Integer Linear Program Model for Air Traffic Management	Dr. Rex Kincaid and Logan Wolf
Training & Education
Title	Authors
Human Testing Using Large-Language Models: Experimental Research through the Development of a Security Awareness Controls Framework	Sarah Assaf and Timothy Lynar
Visualizing Communication Data to Augment Squad Performance Evaluations	Dr. Michael King, Dr. Gregory Goodwin, Dr. Julian Abich IV, Dr. Eric Sikorski, Clifford Hancock, and Meghan O'Donovan
Cybersickness Between a Virtual and Mixed Reality Flight Simulator – A Comparative Study	Christian Lindberg, Jouni Lindqvist, Robin Dahlkvist, Dr. Guilherme Elçadi and Dr. Robert Ramberg
Developing an Executive Education Simulation Using Game Design Methodologies	Gul Ayaz, Dr. Katherine Smith, Rafael Diaz, and Joshua Behr
Automating Analysis for Efficient and Effective Learning Solutions	Claudia Escribano, Cody Caddell, Stephen Godwin, Beth Myers
CyberSim RL: A Simulation Environment to Train, Test, and Evaluate Automated Cybersecurity Offensive Agents and Digital Twins	Dr. Sean Mondesire and Daniel Muller
Reality Capture for Electrical Substations with Integrated Spherical Images and GeoBase Data in a GIS Platform	Gerson de Lima, Claudemir Alves, Gabriel Cyrino, Alexandre Cardoso, Edgard Lamounier, Davidson Campos, Jader de Oliveira, and Luís dos Santos
BEST PAPER NOMINEE: Employing Manned and Autonomous Machines: Implications for Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) Training Simulations	Dr. Tim Cooley and Dr. Ivar Oswalt, CMSP
Converting Traditional Training to Serious Gameplay	Matthew Becchio, Madison Quinn, Samantha Beigel, Alexis Damron, and Shane Taber
Integration of Simulation Techniques for the Development and Validation of Artificial Neural Networks in Modeling Complex Dynamic Systems	Kate Cloutier, Dr. Mileta Tomovic, and Dr. Drew Landman

MODSIM World 2025 Best Paper
Title	Authors
Engineering Mental Wellness: A Digital Twin for Chronic Stress Modeling and Real-Time Intervention	Valentina Ezcurra, Ancuta Margondai, Cindy Von Ahlefeldt, Dr. Sara Willox, Soraya Hani, Anamaria Acevedo Diaz, Emma Antanavicius, Nikita Islam, and Dr. Mustapha Mouloua
Defense
Title	Authors
BEST PAPER NOMINEE: Application of the Human Readiness Levels to AI Intensive Systems	Cansu Yalim and Dr. Holly Handley
Integrating Human-AI Teaming into Modeling and Simulation for Live, Virtual, Constructive (LVC) Environments	Dr. Thomas Holland, Dr. Larry Kim, Dr. Margaret Loper, Brian Martens, Dr. Elizabeth Whitaker, Ethan Trewhitt, Moon Kim, and Clayton Hutto
Emotion-Aware Cognitive Load Management in Human-AI Teaming for Defense Operations	Ancuta Margondai, Cindy Von Ahlefeldt, Dr. Sara Willox, and Dr. Mustapha Mouloua
A Computer-Assisted Multi-Domain Operations Wargaming Concept	Philip Muurmans, Koen Bezemer, and Dr. Armon Toubman
Simulating the Skies: Unleashing AI for Adaptive Airborne Defense	Robin Grimes, Connor Green, Jeff Souder, Dr. William Marx, and Chanler Cantor
Compound AI for Decision Advantage: Human Digital Twin Agent Teams and Populations for Military Operations	Dr. Svitlana Volkova, Laura Cassani, Spencer Lynch, Hsien-Te Kao, Peter Bautista, and Dr. Will Dupree
Predicting Mission Outcomes with Warfighter Digital Twins and Artificial Intelligence	Todd Burnett, Jake Mathey, Dr. Maryrose Blank, and Dr. James Brown
Headset-free Immersive Flight Simulators for Improved Training Throughout	Christopher Barsi, Alok Mehta, Vincent Gio Davis, and Barmak Heshmat
Adaptive Simulation-Based Training for Military Decision-Making: Leveraging IoT-Derived Cognitive and Emotional Feedback	Anamaria Acevedo Diaz, Valentina Ezcurra, Ancuta Margondai, Cindy Von Ahlefeldt, Dr. Sara Willox, Soraya Hani, Emma Antanavicius, and Dr. Mustapha Mouloua
Electromagnetic Environment Simulation: Addressing Operational Training Gaps in Space	Michael Buttram, Dr. Sandeep Gogineni, and Brendan Fisher
GPU-Accelerated Radar Simulation for Large-Scale Machine Learning Dataset Generation and Algorithm Development	Dr. Andrew Willis, Srini Vasan, and Braden Feshami
Advanced Analytics for Space-enabled Kill-webs (AASK)	Dr. David Hillstrom
Forging the Future of M&S: The Integrated Digital Maturity Pathway (IDMP) and User Story Framework	Dr. Darryl Draper-Amason and Dr. Thomas Irwin
Novel Architecture for Naval Cyber-Kinetic Training	Dr. Omar Hasan, Derek Crane, and Jeremy RiCharde
Enhancing Spacecraft Trajectory Optimization Using LSTM-Augmented Reinforcement Learning	Dr. Evan Coleman
Industry
Title	Authors
BEST PAPER NOMINEE: Simulation-Based Optimization of Synthetic Blood Production and Deployment in Emergency and Resource-Limited Clinical Settings	Soraya Hani, Ancuta Margondai, Cindy Von Ahlefeldt, Dr. Sara Willox, Valentina Ezcurra, Anamaria Acevedo Diaz, Emma Antanavicius, Nikita Islam, and Dr. Mustapha Mouloua
Augmented Virtuality and Infrared Radiation Sensing for HVDC Valve Monitoring	Dr. Gerson Lima, Joao Mendes de Lima, Bruno Guilherme, Jader de Oliveira, Lilian Queiroz, Jai Neto, A. Andrade, and A. Cardoso
Analysis of Space Debris Risk to Satellites in Low Earth Orbit	COL Joseph Guzman, USA (Ret.) and Dr. Jacob Barhak
Reality Capture and 3D Modeling Applied to Dam Safety Monitoring: A Digital Twin Approach for Hydroelectric Infrastructure	Dr. Gerson Lima, Joao Mendes de Lima, Jader de Oliveira, Lilian Queiroz, Alexandre Cardoso, Jean Garcia, and Maria Cristina Vidigal de Lima
Mobile eXtended Reality (XR) Training: Executing a Productive Training Effectiveness Evaluation	Betsy Guzmán Laxton, Rebecca Kwasinski, and JoAnn Archer
Contested Homeland Environment Simulation (CHES)	Keith Ladd, USA (Ret.), Joseph Nolan, USA (Ret.), and Schawn Thropp
Tabu Search with Reinforcement Learning for Location Problems	Kuidong Li, Lydia Wallis, and Dr. Rex Kincaid
Combining Ink, Water, and Cardboard - Using AI Solutions and Curated Data Sets to Make Clear Solutions for Advanced Data Problem Sets in Magic: The Gathering and Beyond	Andrew Hollis, Christopher Samulski, Samantha Sessions, and Luke Fallis
Training & Education
Title	Authors
Bridging Disciplines: Developing an Undergraduate Modeling and Simulation Course for Multidisciplinary Engineering Applications	Mileta Tomovic and Cynthia Tomovic
Project-Based Learning in Modeling and Simulation Education: Positive Trends over Three Cohorts	Dr. Stephanie Fussell, Dr. Maria Chaparro Osman, William Stalker, Dr. Summer Rebensky, Dr. Samantha Perry, and Stephen McGee
Designing for Transfer: Developing a Skill-Based Simulation Using Learning Engineering and Game Design Methodologies	Jessica Johnson, Austin Connolly, John Shull, and Hector Garcia
From Game Art to Cognitive Training: How 3D Asset Design Impacts Situational Awareness in Simulation-Based Learning	Dr. Jessica Johnson, Ashley Buczkowski, and Bratislav Cvijetic
Simulating Cybersecurity Resilience in Critical Infrastructure: A Role-Based Learning Game for Water Systems	Gul Ayaz, Dr. Katherine Smith, and Dr. Rafael Diaz
Affective State Modeling to Predict Training Dropout in Soldier Academies	Cindy von Ahlefeldt, Ancuta Margondai, and Dr. Mustapha Mouloua
Personalized EEG-Driven Digital Twin Models for AI and VR-Based Language Therapy in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder	Nikita Islam, Ancuta Margondai, Cindy Von Ahlefeldt, Dr. Sara Willox, Emma Antanavicius, Valentina Ezcurra, Soraya Hani, Anamaria Acevedo Diaz, and Dr. Mustapha Mouloua
Comparison between 360-degree and Digital Immersive VR-based Training Environments for Cleanroom Safety and Fabrication Procedures	Jordan Junior Atta Nuako, Steve Adjetey Adjei, and Dr. Michael Kozhevnikov
Immersive Virtual Reality-based Training Environment to Perform the Photolithography Process	Sandra Eddie, Dickson Afful, and Dr. Michael Kozhevnikov
Comparing Flow, Enjoyment, and Stress Responses in Desktop and Immersive Virtual Reality Gaming Environments	Dr. Maria Kozhevnikov, Angelica Mah, and Dr. Michael Kozhevnikov
Cognitive Task Analysis in the Age of AI	Dr. Jessica Johnson
Optimizing Learning with AI: Individual and Organizational Benefits	Dr. Amy Smith
Retrofitting Simulation Systems with Adaptive Learning to Personalize Training	Thomas Lenz and Michael Cambata

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MODSIM World 2023 Best Paper
Title	Authors
Using Machine Learning for Defect Characterization	Victoria Gerardi, Antonio Aguirre, and Yvan Christophe
Plenary Presentations
Title	Presenters
SBIRs – Getting Beyond Phase II (Tales from the Trenches)	Brian Shipley
Defense
Title	Authors
Re-Engineering Aviation Training: Applying Human-Focused Learning Engineering Processes to Modernize Training Pathways, Interventions, and Use of Simulation	Dr. JJ Walcutt and LT Nicholas Armendariz, USN
Modeling Audio Attributes of Deepfakes for Detecting Tampered Speech	Dr. Benjamin Bell and Dr. Ewald Enzinger
Data-Driven Modeling and Simulation to Test the Internet of War Things	Jeremy Werner
Weaving the Extensible Bills of Materials (xBOM) Fabric	Erica Dretzka, Dr. Nathaniel Fuller, and Brent Smith
Using Red Teaming Tools for Model Development: A Six Step Process to Develop a Better International Decision Model	Nathan Colvin
Virtual System of Systems Analysis of Advanced Technologies for Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2)	Matt Crozier and Stephen Jameson
Predictive Analysis: Reading the Enemy’s Mind	Enrico Raue, Ariane Bitoun, James Appleby, Aurélien Brucher, and Hans ten Bergen
BEST PAPER WINNER: Using Machine Learning for Defect Characterization	Victoria Gerardi, Antonio Aguirre, and Yvan Christophe
Ensemble Modeling: Using Advanced Learning Techniques for Naval Risk Analysis and Prediction	Ashlee Edwards, Jason Orender, Spencer Smith, Yanhua Feng, and Cristina Rider
Strategic Analytics: Modeling and Simulation for National Defense and International Security	Dr. Greg Parlier
Diagnosing Critical Incidents During Army Battle Drills	Dr. Michael King, Dr. Eric Sikorski, and Dr. Gregory Goodwin
Realtime System Integration Lab: Active Protection System Case Study	Matthew Kursar and Michael Greco
Industry
Title	Authors
BEST PAPER NOMINEE: Modeling Complex Engineering Problems with a Neural Network	Kate Cloutier and Dr. Mileta Tomovic
Adaptive Real-Time External Labeling for Interactive Visualization	Shan Liu and Dr. Yuzhong Shen
Modeling the Deployment of a Passive CubeSat Solar Array	Dr. Mileta Tomovic and John Nelson
Analysis of Centralized and Distributed Air Traffic Management Systems via Mixed Integer Linear Programs	Dr. Rex Kincaid, Cameron Curtis, and Logan Wolf
Finite Element Analysis of Polymer Based Additive Manufacturing: A Derived Approach	Robert Larson, Bihui, Li, and Dr. Yuzhong Shen
Integration of an Autonomous Driving Simulator into V2X Simulation Framework for Testing Connected Vehicles	Defu Cui and Dr. Yuzhong Shen
Mixed
Title	Authors
A Methodology to Implement a Virtual and Augmented Reality Solution to the Engineering, Maintenance, and Control Phases of HVDC System	Dr. Gerson Flavio Mendes de Lima, Febian Martins Silva, Dr. Alexandre Cardoso, Dr. Edgard Lamounier, Lilian Ferreira Queiroz, and Davidson Campos
Xtended Reality – Applying Immersive Technologies	Craig Clark
Developing Augmented Reality for Interactive Visualization of Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Data	Samuel Bushell, Dr. Scott Nowlin, and Matthew Pittard
Implementation of a Proof-of-Concept Virtual Reality Medical Simulation Training Capability for USAF Pararescuemen	Dr. Karthik Sarma, Dr. Jennifer Polson, Col John Dorsch DO, USAF (Ret.), Talia Weiss, Dr. Tyler Andre, Dr. Michael Barrie, and Dr. Ryan Ribeira
Generation and Utilization of Synthetic Data to Enhance Type I and Type II Error Resistance for Small Datasets	Jason Orender, Ralitsa Maduro, Matthew McCombs, and Brock Spencer
Training & Education
Title	Authors
Ready Trainer Too: The Trials, Tribulations, and Technical Troubles of Bringing the Classroom and Immersive Training to the Metaverse	Andrew Hollis
Digital Twins and the Future State with AI and Metaverse/Immersive Learning	Ravi Garimella and Cody Caddell
Game Engine Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Implementations to Evaluate Human Performance in Transportation Engineering	Dr. Kevin Hulme, CMSP, Roman Dmowski, Rajyavardhan Karra, Prajit Kumar, Rachel Su Ann Lim, and Meredith Finn
Best Practices and Lessons Learned for Digital Training Asset Repositories	Dr. Richard Ayers, Dr. Jeffrey Beaubien, Rick Keithley, Michael Bates, and Dr. Winston “Wink” Bennett Jr.
Calibrating for Performance: The Science of Interpreting Trust Indicators While Using Decision-Making Aids	Audrey Reinert, Valarie Yerdon, Daniel Nguyen, Summer Rebensky, and Dr. Maria Chaparro Osman
A Novel Approach to Automated Assessment Generation Using Semantic Extraction	Dr. Terry Patten, Dr. Rachel Amey, Joanne Barnieu, Clarence Dillon, Dr. Jennifer Harvey, Dr. Sean Shiverick, Michael Smith, and Steve Hookway
Integrated Learner Assessment for Readiness Tracking Within Virtual Reality Medical Simulation	Dr. Karthik Sarma, Dr. Michael Poppe, Col John Dorsch DO, USAF (Ret.), Talia Weiss, Dr. Tyler Andre, Dr. Michael Barrie, Dr. Jennifer Polson, and Dr. Ryan Ribeira
Haptic and Virtual Reality Glove Comparison	Madison Quinn, Shane Taber, Justin Welzien, David Fahr, Matthew Becchio, and Edwin Cardalda
Modeling and Simulation of Electronic Instruments in Virtual Labs	Yiyang Li, Dr. Yuzhong Shen, and Dr. Charles Sukenik
Large-Scale Online Constructive Simulation as a Response Training and Education Platform	David Spriggs and Schawn Thropp
Employing Metrics to Balance Live, Virtual, and Constructive Simulation to Meet Training Objectives	Dr. Tim Cooley and Dr. Ivar Oswalt, CMSP
BEST PAPER NOMINEE: Taking a Constructivist Approach to Human-AI Co-Learning Design	Dr. Julian Abich IV and Dr. Eric Sikorski

Housing for MODSIM World 2026 is open!

Hilton Alexandria Mark Center
5000 Seminary Rd
Alexandria, VA 22311

To book online, please visit the following links:

Main Room Block

Room Rate

All attendee rooms have been granted at the government per diem, $183 per night, plus tax. The cut-off date to book the rooms within our block is Friday, 17 July.

Room Block

To reserve over the phone, please call 877-783-8258 for Reservations and reference the following information: Group Name MODSIM World 2026

Check-in: 4:00 pm; Check-out: 11:00 am

Parking

Convenient self-parking available. The hotel owns and operates the parking facilities located next to the hotel. Parking is available on a first come first serve basis. Daily self parking $18 and Overnight self parking $35.