Mixed-effects Models in S and S-PLUS by Jose Pinheiro

Mixed-effects Models in S and S-PLUS by Jose Pinheiro

An overview of the theory and application of linear and nonlinear mixed-effects models in the analysis of grouped data, such as longitudinal data, repeated measures, and multilevel data. The authors present a unified model-building strategy for both models and apply this to the analysis of over 20 real datasets from a wide variety of areas, including pharmacokinetics, agriculture, and manufacturing. Much emphasis is placed on the use of graphical displays at the various phases of the model-building process, starting with exploratory plots of the data and concluding with diagnostic plots to assess the adequacy of a fitted model. The NLME library for analyzing mixed-effects models in S and S-PLUS, developed by the authors, provides the underlying software for implementing the methods presented. This balanced mix of real data examples, modeling software, and theory makes the book a useful reference for practitioners who use, or intend to use, mixed-effects models in their data analyses. It can also be used as a text for a one-semester graduate-level applied course.

The British Materials Handling Board, following their long-term promotion of bulk storage and handling interests, perceived the need to make available a practical guide to the design, selection, and application of screw feeders. the author, Lyn Bates, as an international renowned expert in this field, was commissioned to prepare this user Guide.

As Managing Director of Ajax Equipment Limited, a company that specializes in screw-type equipment for solids handling, he enjoys a 'hands-on' attitude to powder handling problems. He has introduced various design innovations and patents in the field and designed various instruments for measuring flow-related powder properties. As a member and past chairman of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Bulk Materials Handling Committee, he produced a 'Guide to the Specification of Bulk Solids for Storage and Handling Applications'. An active member of the European Federation of chemical Engineers Working Party on the Mechanics of Particulate Solids, and sitting on various BSI and other technical committees, he is dedicated to promoting education in this specialized section of engineering.

Lyn Bates has written many technical papers and publications on aspects of bulk solids handling. This book complements related publications by the BMHB, which include the author's earlier book 'A User Guide to Segregation', as well as 'User Gide to Particle Attrition in Mechanical Handling Equipment', prepared by a working party chaired by Lyn Bates.

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ISBN 13	9781441903174
ISBN 10	1441903178
Title	Mixed-effects Models in S and S-PLUS
Author	Jose Pinheiro
Series	Statistics And Computing
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Year published	2009-04-17
Number of pages	548
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