Bayes linear analysis of imprecision in computer models, with application to understanding galaxy formation

ISIPTA 2009 - Proceedings of the 6th International Symposium on Imprecise Probability: Theories and Applications

Volumn , Issue , 2009, Pages 441-450

  Vernon, Ian ^a   Goldstein, Michael ^a  

^a DURHAM UNIVERSITY   (United Kingdom)

Author keywords

Bayesian inference; Calibration; Computer models; Galaxy formation; Graphical representation of model imprecision; Implausibility; Imprecise model discrepancy

Indexed keywords

BAYESIAN INFERENCE; COMPUTER MODELS; GALAXY FORMATIONS; GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATIONS; IMPLAUSIBILITY; MODEL DISCREPANCIES;

BAYESIAN NETWORKS; CALIBRATION; GALAXIES; INFERENCE ENGINES; UNCERTAINTY ANALYSIS;

COMPUTER SIMULATION;

EID: 79956308829     PISSN: None     EISSN: None     Source Type: Conference Proceeding    
DOI: None     Document Type: Conference Paper

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