Application of bayesian statistical inference and decision theory to a fundamental problem in natural resource science: The adaptive management of an endangered species

Natural Resource Modeling

Volumn 21, Issue 2, 2008, Pages 264-284

  Stauffer, Howard B ^a  

^a HUMBOLDT STATE UNIVERSITY   (United States)

Author keywords

Adaptive management; Bayesian statistical inference; Binomial model; Conjugate solutions; Decision theory; Natural resource science

Indexed keywords

EID: 72449144219     PISSN: 08908575     EISSN: 19397445     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1111/j.1939-7445.2008.00007.x     Document Type: Article

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