Description
Bayesian Hierarchical Models (2nd Ed.)
With Applications Using R, Second Edition
Author: Congdon Peter D.
Language: EnglishSubjects for Bayesian Hierarchical Models:
Keywords
ACF Plot; Multiple Linear Regression; WinBUGS; HMC; Stan; MCMC Algorithm; Jags; Inverse Wishart Priors; R; Conditional Autoregressive Priors; causal effects; Full Conditionals; random effects; MCMC Method; R-based Bayesian computing; MCMC Sample; practical data analysis; Precision Matrix; Bayesian hierarchical models; Quantile Regression; regression structures; Random Intercept Variation; applied modeling; MCMC Diagnostics; Posterior Density; BUGS Code; Residual Spatial Dependence; MCMC Sampling; Normal Linear Mixed Model; MCMC Step; Full Conditional Densities; Linear Mixed Model; MCMC Estimation; Random Effect Standard Deviations; Proposal Density; Non-parametric Regression
Publication date: 09-2021
· 17.8x25.4 cm · Paperback
Publication date: 10-2019
· 17.8x25.4 cm · Hardback
Description
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An intermediate-level treatment of Bayesian hierarchical models and their applications, this book demonstrates the advantages of a Bayesian approach to data sets involving inferences for collections of related units or variables, and in methods where parameters can be treated as random collections. Through illustrative data analysis and attention to statistical computing, this book facilitates practical implementation of Bayesian hierarchical methods.
The new edition is a revision of the book Applied Bayesian Hierarchical Methods. It maintains a focus on applied modelling and data analysis, but now using entirely R-based Bayesian computing options. It has been updated with a new chapter on regression for causal effects, and one on computing options and strategies. This latter chapter is particularly important, due to recent advances in Bayesian computing and estimation, including the development of rjags and rstan. It also features updates throughout with new examples.
The examples exploit and illustrate the broader advantages of the R computing environment, while allowing readers to explore alternative likelihood assumptions, regression structures, and assumptions on prior densities.
Features:
- Provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of applied Bayesian hierarchical modelling
- Includes many real data examples to illustrate different modelling topics
- R code (based on rjags, jagsUI, R2OpenBUGS, and rstan) is integrated into the book, emphasizing implementation
- Software options and coding principles are introduced in new chapter on computing
- Programs and data sets available on the book?s website
Contents
Preface
1. Bayesian Methods for Complex Data: Estimation and Inference
2. Bayesian Analysis Options in R, and Coding for BUGS, JAGS, and Stan
3. Model Fit, Comparison, and Checking
4. Borrowing Strength via Hierarchical Estimation
5. Time Structured Priors
6. Representing Spatial Dependence
7. Regression Techniques Using Hierarchical Priors
8. Bayesian Multilevel Models
9. Factor Analysis, Structural Equation Models, and Multivariate Priors
10. Hierarchical Models for Longitudinal Data
11. Survival and Event History Models
12. Hierarchical Methods for Nonlinear and Quantile Regression
Peter Congdon is Research Professor in Quantitative Geography and Health Statistics at Queen Mary, University of London.
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