A novel programmatic framework for Multi-Malaria-Model simulation

Documentation and User Guide

About MultiMalModPy

A new HPC-oriented framework in Python and R that enables users to interact with EMOD, malariasimulation, and OpenMalaria. This framework is designed for modelers already familiar with one of these models, as well as for those who wish to learn more about all three models in a unified and accessible approach.

MultiMalModPy takes user input to generate malaria simulations and produces daily, monthly, and yearly outcome measures. It is designed to allow running either one or all three of the models to enable model characterization and comparison.

About this Guide

This documentation is designed to support both new and experienced users of MultiMalModPy, providing structured guidance while supplementing—rather than replacing—the original documentation for each model.

Scope of This Documentation
1. Comparative Model Information – High-level descriptions of each model, including links to their original source documentation for further reference.
2. User Guidance – Detailed instructions, best practices, and resources tailored to facilitate both introductory learning and advanced usage of MultiMalModPy.

📝 NOTE: This guide is intended as a supplementary resource and does not substitute the official documentation of the three models.

Content

MALARIA MODELS
     General information for each of, and compared across, the malaria models.

GETTING STARTED
     General instructions and information on how to use MultiMalModPy.

SIMULATION GUIDE
     Information and documentation on the parameters available to define simulations using MultiMalModPy.

API
     List of framework-specific functions and scripts.

ABOUT
     Information about the framework development, references and contact.

Release and download

Initial release expected in Q1 2025.