The Society updates MSSANZ members on upcoming congresses or Society matters, and provide links to further information on scholarship or employment opportunities provided by our members. The digest will be emailed to the MSSANZ mailing list once per week, or less frequently during quiet times.
The most recent version is available below:
Dear MSSANZ Members,
We are excited to share some key updates and announcements with you regarding MODSIM 2025 and recent developments in the modeling and simulation community.
Conference Announcements
We are honored to announce that The Honourable Susan Close MP, South Australia’s Deputy Premier, Minister for Climate, Environment and Water, and Minister for Industry, Innovation and Science, will officially open MODSIM 2025. Susan Close has been a strong advocate for climate action, environmental sustainability, and scientific innovation, playing a pivotal role in shaping policies that support these critical areas.
Additionally, we are delighted to welcome Professor Craig Simmons, South Australia’s Chief Scientist, as our Sunday plenary speaker. A world-renowned hydrogeologist and a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science, Professor Simmons has made significant contributions to groundwater research, water resource management, and environmental sustainability.
Congratulations to Professor Lucy Marshall
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Professor Lucy Marshall, who has recently been appointed as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Community and Leadership) at The University of Sydney. Professor Marshall is a distinguished hydrologist and long-time MSSANZ Fellow, recognized for her contributions to environmental modeling, water resource management, and interdisciplinary research. Her appointment to this leadership role reflects her commitment to fostering collaboration, community engagement, and advancing scientific research. We wish her every success in this new chapter of her career.
Call for Session Proposals – MODSIM 2025
A huge thank you to those who have already submitted a proposed session for MODSIM 2025! We have received over 30 session proposals, but we are aiming for 50+ sessions to ensure a diverse and robust program. If you haven’t submitted yours yet, please do so at MODSIM 2025 Session Proposal Submission.
Deadline: Friday, 28 February (hard close). This deadline ensures we can open the registration portal on time.
What’s New: Open Modeling Foundation (OMF) Guidelines on Model Sharing
MSSANZ is a proud member of the Open Modeling Foundation (OMF), which has recently published new guidelines on best practices for sharing models. The paper, “10 Simple Rules for Model Sharing”, outlines practical steps to ensure models are shared effectively and responsibly. This guidance aims to enhance transparency, reproducibility, and collaboration in the modeling community.
🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pcbi.1012702
Upcoming Conference
2025 Winter Simulation Conference
📅 Dates: December 7-10, 2025
📍 Location: Sheraton Grand Seattle, Seattle, WA
🔎 Theme: “Look to the Future! Simulation 2050 and Beyond.”
The Winter Simulation Conference 2025 will explore the future of simulation, highlighting cutting-edge research and industry applications. Topics will include simulation applications in aviation, healthcare, disaster response, finance, infrastructure, national security, and more.
🔗 Call for Papers: https://meetings.informs.org/wordpress/wsc2025/call-for-papers/
🔗 Author Kit: https://meetings.informs.org/wordpress/wsc2025/authorsubmission/
Job Opportunities
Are you or someone you know looking for a new opportunity in water quality science? Auckland Council has openings for professionals with expertise in this area:
🔗 Water Quality Scientist Position 1
🔗 Water Quality Scientist Position 2
Thank you for being part of the MSSANZ community. We look forward to seeing many of you at MODSIM 2025!
Best regards,
The MSSANZ Team