WORKSHOP ON STOCHASTIC COMPUTATION FOR THE ANALYSIS
OF ECOLOGICAL AND EPIDEMIOLOGICAL DATA
Isaac Newton Institute, Cambridge, UK
20th to 24th November 2006.
http://www.newton.cam.ac.uk/programmes/SCB/scbw03.html
Epidemiological and Ecological data pose similar methodological problems
for statisticians. Both areas require the analysis of large yet sparse
datasets often with both individual and environmental time-varying
explanatory factors. In both cases effective management is the key goal
as well as developing understanding as to the processes underpinning the
observed dynamics.
This workshop is part of a two month visitor programme at the Isaac
Newton Institute on "Stochastic Computation in the Biological Sciences".
and aims to explore the cutting-edge of scientific developments in these
fields and to discuss the statistical methodologies required to underpin
future advances. In particular, we will highlight the computational and
statistical challenges involved in modelling animal population and
disease dynamics at the individual level and draw in expertise from a
range of disciplines to help guide future (scientific and statistical)
developments.
For further information, and details of how to apply:
http://www.newton.cam.ac.uk/programmes/SCB/scbw01.html
Deadline for applications is July 14th 2006.
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Steve Brooks
The Statistical Laboratory Tel: +44 (0)1223 766535
CMS Fax: +44 (0)1223 337956
Wilberforce Road
Cambridge http://www.statslab.cam.ac.uk/~steve/
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