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Semi-parametric extended Poisson process models for count data

Podlich, Heather M. and Faddy, Malcolm J. and Smyth, Gordon K. (2004) Semi-parametric extended Poisson process models for count data. Statistics and Computing 14(4):pp. 311-321.

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Abstract

A general framework for the analysis of count data (with covariates) is proposed using formulations for the transition rates of a state-dependent birth process. The form for the transition rates incorporates covariates proportionally, with the residual distribution determined from a smooth non-parametric state-dependent form. Computation of the resulting probabilities is discussed, leading to model estimation using a penalized likelihood function. Two data sets are used as illustrative examples, one representing underdispersed Poisson-like data and the other overdispersed binomial-like data.

Item Type:Journal Article
RM Number:2005001103
Status:Published
Keywords:count data; over and underdispersion; covariate effects; extended Poisson process model; penalized likelihood
Subjects:230000 Mathematical Sciences > 230200 Statistics > 230204 Applied Statistics
ID Code:8172
Deposited By:Conlon, Kylie
Deposited On:21 June 2007
Alternative Locations:http://dx.doi.org/10.1023/B:STCO.0000039480.66002.5a
Copyright Owner:Copyright 2004 Springer
Copyright Statement:The original publication is available at SpringerLink http://www.springerlink.com
Additional Information:For more information, please refer to the journal's website (see hypertext link) or contact the author. Author contact details: m.faddy@qut.edu.au