What is zero inflation? Suppose you want to study hippos and the effect of habitat variables on their distribution. When sampling, you may count zero hippos at many sites and therefore zero-inflated models should be used. During this course several case studies are presented, in which the statistical theory is integrated with applied analyses in a clear and understandable manner. Zero-inflated models consist of two integrated GLMs and therefore we will start with a revision of GLM. GLMMs and zero-inflated GLMMs are discussed in the second part of the course. This is a non-technical course.
Most exercises are worked out in detail in:
Note: The course can be followed without buying these three 'Beginner's Guide to ...' books.
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Day 2-3
Day 3-4
Day 4-5
Target Group | The course is aimed at PhD candidates and other academics |
Group Size | Min. 15, max. 25 participants |
Course duration | 5 days |
Language of instruction | English |
Frequency of recurrence | Once every two years |
Number of credits | 2.5 ECTS |
Lecturers | Dr. Alain Zuur and Dr. Elena Ieno (Highland Statistics Ltd, UK) |
Prior knowledge | The entrance level of this course is reasonably high. Fluent knowledge of data exploration, multiple linear regression and R is required. A short revision (!) of GLM, linear mixed effects models and MCMC (using JAGS) is provided. |
Location | Wageningen University Campus |
Options for accommodation | Accommodation is not included in the fee of the course, but there are several possibilities in Wageningen. For information on B&B's and hotels in Wageningen please visit proefwageningen.nl. Another option is Short Stay Wageningen. Furthermore Airbnb offers several rooms in the area. Note that besides the restaurants in Wageningen, there are also options to have dinner at Wageningen Campus. |
Claudius van de Vijver (PE&RC)
Phone: +31 (0) 317 485116
Email: claudius.vandevijver@wur.nl
Lennart Suselbeek (PE&RC)
Phone: +31 (0) 317 485426
Email: lennart.suselbeek@wur.nl
At this moment, this course is not scheduled yet. However, if you register your interest in this activity below, we will inform you as soon as the course is scheduled and registration of participation is opened.