Bayesian and geostatistical approaches to inverse problems

Large-Scale Inverse Problems and Quantification of Uncertainty

Volumn , Issue , 2010, Pages 71-85

  Kitanidis, P K ^a  

^a Stanford University   (United States)

Author keywords

BA and FA, utilizing calculus of probability variables described with probability distributions; BA, broader scope of applications than FA; Bayesian and geostatistical approaches for inverse problems; Bayesian approach (BA) and frequentists approach or FA; Complex geologic and physicochemical processes governing flow and transport in geologic formations; Geostatistical approach to inverse problems and Bayesian methodology; Rationale for using stochastic Bayesian and geostatistical methods, solving inverse problems; Root of nonuniqueness data and parameter relationship; Geostatistical methodology key elements; Objective Bayesian analysis

Indexed keywords

EID: 84885506735     PISSN: None     EISSN: None     Source Type: Book    
DOI: 10.1002/9780470685853.ch4     Document Type: Chapter

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