A theorem in probability theory named for Thomas Bayes (1702-1761). In epidemiology, it is used to obtain the probability of disease in a group of people with some characteristic on the basis of the overall rate of that disease and of the likelihood of that characteristic in healthy and diseased individuals. The most familiar application is in clinical decision analysis where it is used for estimating the probability of a particular diagnosis given the appearance of some symptoms or test result.
Numeric or quantitative entities, descriptions, properties, relationships, operations, and events.
A procedure consisting of a sequence of algebraic formulas and/or logical steps to calculate or determine a given task.
The deductive study of shape, quantity, and dependence. (From McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, 6th ed)
Statistical formulations or analyses which, when applied to data and found to fit the data, are then used to verify the assumptions and parameters used in the analysis. Examples of statistical models are the linear model, binomial model, polynomial model, two-parameter model, etc.
An interdisciplinary study dealing with the transmission of messages or signals, or the communication of information. Information theory does not directly deal with meaning or content, but with physical representations that have meaning or content. It overlaps considerably with communication theory and CYBERNETICS.
Theoretical representations that simulate the behavior or activity of systems, processes, or phenomena. They include the use of mathematical equations, computers, and other electronic equipment.
Computer-based representation of physical systems and phenomena such as chemical processes.
The study of chance processes or the relative frequency characterizing a chance process.
Biological molecules that possess catalytic activity. They may occur naturally or be synthetically created. Enzymes are usually proteins, however CATALYTIC RNA and CATALYTIC DNA molecules have also been identified.
Theoretical representations that simulate the behavior or activity of genetic processes or phenomena. They include the use of mathematical equations, computers, and other electronic equipment.
A plant genus of the family ASTERACEAE that has long been used in folk medicine for treating wounds.
Theoretical representations that simulate the behavior or activity of biological processes or diseases. For disease models in living animals, DISEASE MODELS, ANIMAL is available. Biological models include the use of mathematical equations, computers, and other electronic equipment.
Functions constructed from a statistical model and a set of observed data which give the probability of that data for various values of the unknown model parameters. Those parameter values that maximize the probability are the maximum likelihood estimates of the parameters.
The branch of mathematics dealing with the purely logical properties of probability. Its theorems underlie most statistical methods. (Last, A Dictionary of Epidemiology, 2d ed)

Bayesian inference on biopolymer models. (1/6254)

MOTIVATION: Most existing bioinformatics methods are limited to making point estimates of one variable, e.g. the optimal alignment, with fixed input values for all other variables, e.g. gap penalties and scoring matrices. While the requirement to specify parameters remains one of the more vexing issues in bioinformatics, it is a reflection of a larger issue: the need to broaden the view on statistical inference in bioinformatics. RESULTS: The assignment of probabilities for all possible values of all unknown variables in a problem in the form of a posterior distribution is the goal of Bayesian inference. Here we show how this goal can be achieved for most bioinformatics methods that use dynamic programming. Specifically, a tutorial style description of a Bayesian inference procedure for segmentation of a sequence based on the heterogeneity in its composition is given. In addition, full Bayesian inference algorithms for sequence alignment are described. AVAILABILITY: Software and a set of transparencies for a tutorial describing these ideas are available at http://www.wadsworth.org/res&res/bioinfo/  (+info)

Genetic determination of individual birth weight and its association with sow productivity traits using Bayesian analyses. (2/6254)

Genetic association between individual birth weight (IBW) and litter birth weight (LBW) was analyzed on records of 14,950 individual pigs born alive between 1988 and 1994 at the pig breeding farm of the University of Kiel. Dams were from three purebred lines (German Landrace, German Edelschwein, and Large White) and their crosses. Phenotypically, preweaning mortality of pigs decreased substantially from 40% for pigs with < or = 1 kg weight to less than 7% for pigs with > 1.6 kg. For these low to high birth weight categories, preweaning growth (d 21 of age) and early postweaning growth (weaning to 25 kg) increased by more than 28 and 8% per day, respectively. Bayesian analysis was performed based on direct-maternal effects models for IBW and multiple-trait direct effects models for number of pigs born in total (NOBT) and alive (NOBA) and LBW. Bayesian posterior means for direct and maternal heritability and litter proportion of variance in IBW were .09, .26, and .18, respectively. After adjustment for NOBT, these changed to .08, .22, and .09, respectively. Adjustment for NOBT reduced the direct and maternal genetic correlation from -.41 to -.22. For these direct-maternal correlations, the 95% highest posterior density intervals were -.75 to -.07, and -.58 to .17 before and after adjustment for NOBT. Adjustment for NOBT was found to be necessary to obtain unbiased estimates of genetic effects for IBW. The relationship between IBW and NOBT, and thus the adjustment, was linear with a decrease in IBW of 44 g per additionally born pig. For litter traits, direct heritabilities were .10, .08, and .08 for NOBT, NOBA, and LBW, respectively. After adjustment of LBW for NOBA the heritability changed to .43. Expected variance components for LBW derived from estimates of IBW revealed that genetic and environmental covariances between full-sibs and variation in litter size resulted in the large deviation of maternal heritability for IBW and its equivalent estimate for LBW. These covariances among full-sibs could not be estimated if only LBW were recorded. Therefore, selection for increased IBW is recommended, with the opportunity to improve both direct and maternal genetic effects of birth weight of pigs and, thus, their vitality and pre- and postnatal growth.  (+info)

Bayesian mapping of multiple quantitative trait loci from incomplete outbred offspring data. (3/6254)

A general fine-scale Bayesian quantitative trait locus (QTL) mapping method for outcrossing species is presented. It is suitable for an analysis of complete and incomplete data from experimental designs of F2 families or backcrosses. The amount of genotyping of parents and grandparents is optional, as well as the assumption that the QTL alleles in the crossed lines are fixed. Grandparental origin indicators are used, but without forgetting the original genotype or allelic origin information. The method treats the number of QTL in the analyzed chromosome as a random variable and allows some QTL effects from other chromosomes to be taken into account in a composite interval mapping manner. A block-update of ordered genotypes (haplotypes) of the whole family is sampled once in each marker locus during every round of the Markov Chain Monte Carlo algorithm used in the numerical estimation. As a byproduct, the method gives the posterior distributions for linkage phases in the family and therefore it can also be used as a haplotyping algorithm. The Bayesian method is tested and compared with two frequentist methods using simulated data sets, considering two different parental crosses and three different levels of available parental information. The method is implemented as a software package and is freely available under the name Multimapper/outbred at URL http://www.rni.helsinki.fi/mjs/.  (+info)

The validation of interviews for estimating morbidity. (4/6254)

Health interview surveys have been widely used to measure morbidity in developing countries, particularly for infectious diseases. Structured questionnaires using algorithms which derive sign/symptom-based diagnoses seem to be the most reliable but there have been few studies to validate them. The purpose of validation is to evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of brief algorithms (combinations of signs/symptoms) which can then be used for the rapid assessment of community health problems. Validation requires a comparison with an external standard such as physician or serological diagnoses. There are several potential pitfalls in assessing validity, such as selection bias, differences in populations and the pattern of diseases in study populations compared to the community. Validation studies conducted in the community may overcome bias caused by case selection. Health centre derived estimates can be adjusted and applied to the community with caution. Further study is needed to validate algorithms for important diseases in different cultural settings. Community-based studies need to be conducted, and the utility of derived algorithms for tracking disease frequency explored further.  (+info)

Bayesian analysis of birth weight and litter size in Baluchi sheep using Gibbs sampling. (5/6254)

Variance and covariance components for birth weight (BWT), as a lamb trait, and litter size measured on ewes in the first, second, and third parities (LS1 through LS3) were estimated using a Bayesian application of the Gibbs sampler. Data came from Baluchi sheep born between 1966 and 1989 at the Abbasabad sheep breeding station, located northeast of Mashhad, Iran. There were 10,406 records of BWT recorded for all ewe lambs and for ram lambs that later became sires or maternal grandsires. All lambs that later became dams had records of LS1 through LS3. Separate bivariate analyses were done for each combination of BWT and one of the three variables LS1 through LS3. The Gibbs sampler with data augmentation was used to draw samples from the marginal posterior distribution for sire, maternal grandsire, and residual variances and the covariance between the sire and maternal grandsire for BWT, variances for the sire and residual variances for the litter size traits, and the covariances between sire effects for different trait combinations, sire and maternal grandsire effects for different combinations of BWT and LS1 through LS3, and the residual covariations between traits. Although most of the densities of estimates were slightly skewed, they seemed to fit the normal distribution well, because the mean, mode, and median were similar. Direct and maternal heritabilities for BWT were relatively high with marginal posterior modes of .14 and .13, respectively. The average of the three direct-maternal genetic correlation estimates for BWT was low, .10, but had a high standard deviation. Heritability increased from LS1 to LS3 and was relatively high, .29 to .37. Direct genetic correlations between BWT and LS1 and between BWT and LS3 were negative, -.32 and -.43, respectively. Otherwise, the same correlation between BWT and LS2 was positive and low, .06. Genetic correlations between maternal effects for BWT and direct effects for LS1 through LS3 were all highly negative and consistent for all parities, circa -.75. Environmental correlations between BWT and LS1 through LS3 were relatively low and ranged from .18 to .29 and had high standard errors.  (+info)

Thermodynamics and kinetics of a folded-folded' transition at valine-9 of a GCN4-like leucine zipper. (6/6254)

Spin inversion transfer (SIT) NMR experiments are reported probing the thermodynamics and kinetics of interconversion of two folded forms of a GCN4-like leucine zipper near room temperature. The peptide is 13Calpha-labeled at position V9(a) and results are compared with prior findings for position L13(e). The SIT data are interpreted via a Bayesian analysis, yielding local values of T1a, T1b, kab, kba, and Keq as functions of temperature for the transition FaV9 right arrow over left arrow FbV9 between locally folded dimeric forms. Equilibrium constants, determined from relative spin counts at spin equilibrium, agree well with the ratios kab/kba from the dynamic SIT experiments. Thermodynamic and kinetic parameters are similar for V9(a) and L13(e), but not the same, confirming that the molecular conformational population is not two-state. The energetic parameters determined for both sites are examined, yielding conclusions that apply to both and are robust to uncertainties in the preexponential factor (kT/h) of the Eyring equation. These conclusions are 1) the activation free energy is substantial, requiring a sparsely populated transition state; 2) the transition state's enthalpy far exceeds that of either Fa or Fb; 3) the transition state's entropy far exceeds that of Fa, but is comparable to that of Fb; 4) "Arrhenius kinetics" characterize the temperature dependence of both kab and kba, indicating that the temperatures of slow interconversion are not below that of the glass transition. Any postulated free energy surface for these coiled coils must satisfy these constraints.  (+info)

Iterative reconstruction based on median root prior in quantification of myocardial blood flow and oxygen metabolism. (7/6254)

The aim of this study was to compare reproducibility and accuracy of two reconstruction methods in quantification of myocardial blood flow and oxygen metabolism with 15O-labeled tracers and PET. A new iterative Bayesian reconstruction method based on median root prior (MRP) was compared with filtered backprojection (FBP) reconstruction method, which is traditionally used for image reconstruction in PET studies. METHODS: Regional myocardial blood flow (rMBF), oxygen extraction fraction (rOEF) and myocardial metabolic rate of oxygen consumption (rMMRO2) were quantified from images reconstructed in 27 subjects using both MRP and FBP methods. For each subject, regions of interest (ROIs) were drawn on the lateral, anterior and septal regions on four planes. To test reproducibility, the ROI drawing procedure was repeated. By using two sets of ROIs, variability was evaluated from images reconstructed with the MRP and the FBP methods. RESULTS: Correlation coefficients of mean values of rMBF, rOEF and rMMRO2 were significantly higher in the images reconstructed with the MRP reconstruction method compared with the images reconstructed with the FBP method (rMBF: MRP r = 0.896 versus FBP r = 0.737, P < 0.001; rOEF: 0.915 versus 0.855, P < 0.001; rMMRO2: 0.954 versus 0.885, P < 0.001). Coefficient of variation for each parameter was significantly lower in MRP images than in FBP images (rMBF: MRP 23.5% +/- 11.3% versus FBP 30.1% +/- 14.7%, P < 0.001; rOEF: 21.0% +/- 11.1% versus 32.1% +/- 19.8%, P < 0.001; rMMRO2: 23.1% +/- 13.2% versus 30.3% +/- 19.1%, P < 0.001). CONCLUSION: The MRP reconstruction method provides higher reproducibility and lower variability in the quantitative myocardial parameters when compared with the FBP method. This study shows that the new MRP reconstruction method improves accuracy and stability of clinical quantification of myocardial blood flow and oxygen metabolism with 15O and PET.  (+info)

Taking account of between-patient variability when modeling decline in Alzheimer's disease. (8/6254)

The pattern of deterioration in patients with Alzheimer's disease is highly variable within a given population. With recent speculation that the apolipoprotein E allele may influence rate of decline and claims that certain drugs may slow the course of the disease, there is a compelling need for sound statistical methodology to address these questions. Current statistical methods for describing decline do not adequately take into account between-patient variability and possible floor and/or ceiling effects in the scale measuring decline, and they fail to allow for uncertainty in disease onset. In this paper, the authors analyze longitudinal Mini-Mental State Examination scores from two groups of Alzheimer's disease subjects from Palo Alto, California, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1981-1993 and 1986-1988, respectively. A Bayesian hierarchical model is introduced as an elegant means of simultaneously overcoming all of the difficulties referred to above.  (+info)

Bayes' theorem, also known as Bayes' rule or Bayes' formula, is a fundamental principle in the field of statistics and probability theory. It describes how to update the probability of a hypothesis based on new evidence or data. The theorem is named after Reverend Thomas Bayes, who first formulated it in the 18th century.

In mathematical terms, Bayes' theorem states that the posterior probability of a hypothesis (H) given some observed evidence (E) is proportional to the product of the prior probability of the hypothesis (P(H)) and the likelihood of observing the evidence given the hypothesis (P(E|H)):

Posterior Probability = P(H|E) = [P(E|H) x P(H)] / P(E)

Where:

* P(H|E): The posterior probability of the hypothesis H after observing evidence E. This is the probability we want to calculate.
* P(E|H): The likelihood of observing evidence E given that the hypothesis H is true.
* P(H): The prior probability of the hypothesis H before observing any evidence.
* P(E): The marginal likelihood or probability of observing evidence E, regardless of whether the hypothesis H is true or not. This value can be calculated as the sum of the products of the likelihood and prior probability for all possible hypotheses: P(E) = Σ[P(E|Hi) x P(Hi)]

Bayes' theorem has many applications in various fields, including medicine, where it can be used to update the probability of a disease diagnosis based on test results or other clinical findings. It is also widely used in machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms for probabilistic reasoning and decision making under uncertainty.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Mathematical Concepts" is not a medical term. Mathematical concepts refer to the building blocks and principles that form the foundation of mathematics as a discipline. These can include ideas such as numbers, operations, functions, geometry, algebra, calculus, and many others.

If you have any questions related to medicine or health, I'd be happy to try to help!

An algorithm is not a medical term, but rather a concept from computer science and mathematics. In the context of medicine, algorithms are often used to describe step-by-step procedures for diagnosing or managing medical conditions. These procedures typically involve a series of rules or decision points that help healthcare professionals make informed decisions about patient care.

For example, an algorithm for diagnosing a particular type of heart disease might involve taking a patient's medical history, performing a physical exam, ordering certain diagnostic tests, and interpreting the results in a specific way. By following this algorithm, healthcare professionals can ensure that they are using a consistent and evidence-based approach to making a diagnosis.

Algorithms can also be used to guide treatment decisions. For instance, an algorithm for managing diabetes might involve setting target blood sugar levels, recommending certain medications or lifestyle changes based on the patient's individual needs, and monitoring the patient's response to treatment over time.

Overall, algorithms are valuable tools in medicine because they help standardize clinical decision-making and ensure that patients receive high-quality care based on the latest scientific evidence.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but there seems to be a misunderstanding. Mathematics is not a medical term; it is a branch of science dedicated to the study of numbers, shapes, and structures. However, mathematics does have many applications in medicine, such as in modeling disease spread, analyzing medical images, or designing clinical trials. If you have any questions related to mathematics in a medical context, I'd be happy to help clarify those for you!

Statistical models are mathematical representations that describe the relationship between variables in a given dataset. They are used to analyze and interpret data in order to make predictions or test hypotheses about a population. In the context of medicine, statistical models can be used for various purposes such as:

1. Disease risk prediction: By analyzing demographic, clinical, and genetic data using statistical models, researchers can identify factors that contribute to an individual's risk of developing certain diseases. This information can then be used to develop personalized prevention strategies or early detection methods.

2. Clinical trial design and analysis: Statistical models are essential tools for designing and analyzing clinical trials. They help determine sample size, allocate participants to treatment groups, and assess the effectiveness and safety of interventions.

3. Epidemiological studies: Researchers use statistical models to investigate the distribution and determinants of health-related events in populations. This includes studying patterns of disease transmission, evaluating public health interventions, and estimating the burden of diseases.

4. Health services research: Statistical models are employed to analyze healthcare utilization, costs, and outcomes. This helps inform decisions about resource allocation, policy development, and quality improvement initiatives.

5. Biostatistics and bioinformatics: In these fields, statistical models are used to analyze large-scale molecular data (e.g., genomics, proteomics) to understand biological processes and identify potential therapeutic targets.

In summary, statistical models in medicine provide a framework for understanding complex relationships between variables and making informed decisions based on data-driven insights.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Information Theory" is not a term that has a specific medical definition. Information theory is a branch of mathematics and electrical engineering that deals with the quantification, storage, and communication of information. It was developed by Claude Shannon in 1948 and has found applications in various fields such as computer science, telecommunications, and cognitive science.

In a broader context, information theory concepts might be used in medical research or healthcare settings to analyze and manage complex data sets, optimize communication systems for telemedicine, or study the neural coding of sensory information in the brain. However, there is no specific medical definition associated with "Information Theory" itself.

The term "Theoretical Models" is used in various scientific fields, including medicine, to describe a representation of a complex system or phenomenon. It is a simplified framework that explains how different components of the system interact with each other and how they contribute to the overall behavior of the system. Theoretical models are often used in medical research to understand and predict the outcomes of diseases, treatments, or public health interventions.

A theoretical model can take many forms, such as mathematical equations, computer simulations, or conceptual diagrams. It is based on a set of assumptions and hypotheses about the underlying mechanisms that drive the system. By manipulating these variables and observing the effects on the model's output, researchers can test their assumptions and generate new insights into the system's behavior.

Theoretical models are useful for medical research because they allow scientists to explore complex systems in a controlled and systematic way. They can help identify key drivers of disease or treatment outcomes, inform the design of clinical trials, and guide the development of new interventions. However, it is important to recognize that theoretical models are simplifications of reality and may not capture all the nuances and complexities of real-world systems. Therefore, they should be used in conjunction with other forms of evidence, such as experimental data and observational studies, to inform medical decision-making.

A computer simulation is a process that involves creating a model of a real-world system or phenomenon on a computer and then using that model to run experiments and make predictions about how the system will behave under different conditions. In the medical field, computer simulations are used for a variety of purposes, including:

1. Training and education: Computer simulations can be used to create realistic virtual environments where medical students and professionals can practice their skills and learn new procedures without risk to actual patients. For example, surgeons may use simulation software to practice complex surgical techniques before performing them on real patients.
2. Research and development: Computer simulations can help medical researchers study the behavior of biological systems at a level of detail that would be difficult or impossible to achieve through experimental methods alone. By creating detailed models of cells, tissues, organs, or even entire organisms, researchers can use simulation software to explore how these systems function and how they respond to different stimuli.
3. Drug discovery and development: Computer simulations are an essential tool in modern drug discovery and development. By modeling the behavior of drugs at a molecular level, researchers can predict how they will interact with their targets in the body and identify potential side effects or toxicities. This information can help guide the design of new drugs and reduce the need for expensive and time-consuming clinical trials.
4. Personalized medicine: Computer simulations can be used to create personalized models of individual patients based on their unique genetic, physiological, and environmental characteristics. These models can then be used to predict how a patient will respond to different treatments and identify the most effective therapy for their specific condition.

Overall, computer simulations are a powerful tool in modern medicine, enabling researchers and clinicians to study complex systems and make predictions about how they will behave under a wide range of conditions. By providing insights into the behavior of biological systems at a level of detail that would be difficult or impossible to achieve through experimental methods alone, computer simulations are helping to advance our understanding of human health and disease.

In the context of medicine and healthcare, 'probability' does not have a specific medical definition. However, in general terms, probability is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of numerical quantities called probabilities, which are assigned to events or sets of events. Probability is a measure of the likelihood that an event will occur. It is usually expressed as a number between 0 and 1, where 0 indicates that the event is impossible and 1 indicates that the event is certain to occur.

In medical research and statistics, probability is often used to quantify the uncertainty associated with statistical estimates or hypotheses. For example, a p-value is a probability that measures the strength of evidence against a hypothesis. A small p-value (typically less than 0.05) suggests that the observed data are unlikely under the assumption of the null hypothesis, and therefore provides evidence in favor of an alternative hypothesis.

Probability theory is also used to model complex systems and processes in medicine, such as disease transmission dynamics or the effectiveness of medical interventions. By quantifying the uncertainty associated with these models, researchers can make more informed decisions about healthcare policies and practices.

Enzymes are complex proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body. They help to lower activation energy required for reactions to occur, thereby enabling the reaction to happen faster and at lower temperatures. Enzymes work by binding to specific molecules, called substrates, and converting them into different molecules, called products. This process is known as catalysis.

Enzymes are highly specific and will only catalyze one particular reaction with a specific substrate. The shape of the enzyme's active site, where the substrate binds, determines this specificity. Enzymes can be regulated by various factors such as temperature, pH, and the presence of inhibitors or activators. They play a crucial role in many biological processes, including digestion, metabolism, and DNA replication.

Genetic models are theoretical frameworks used in genetics to describe and explain the inheritance patterns and genetic architecture of traits, diseases, or phenomena. These models are based on mathematical equations and statistical methods that incorporate information about gene frequencies, modes of inheritance, and the effects of environmental factors. They can be used to predict the probability of certain genetic outcomes, to understand the genetic basis of complex traits, and to inform medical management and treatment decisions.

There are several types of genetic models, including:

1. Mendelian models: These models describe the inheritance patterns of simple genetic traits that follow Mendel's laws of segregation and independent assortment. Examples include autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, and X-linked inheritance.
2. Complex trait models: These models describe the inheritance patterns of complex traits that are influenced by multiple genes and environmental factors. Examples include heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
3. Population genetics models: These models describe the distribution and frequency of genetic variants within populations over time. They can be used to study evolutionary processes, such as natural selection and genetic drift.
4. Quantitative genetics models: These models describe the relationship between genetic variation and phenotypic variation in continuous traits, such as height or IQ. They can be used to estimate heritability and to identify quantitative trait loci (QTLs) that contribute to trait variation.
5. Statistical genetics models: These models use statistical methods to analyze genetic data and infer the presence of genetic associations or linkage. They can be used to identify genetic risk factors for diseases or traits.

Overall, genetic models are essential tools in genetics research and medical genetics, as they allow researchers to make predictions about genetic outcomes, test hypotheses about the genetic basis of traits and diseases, and develop strategies for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

"Achillea" is the genus name for a group of flowering plants commonly known as yarrows. These plants belong to the family Asteraceae and are native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. The name "Achillea" comes from Achilles, the legendary Greek hero of the Trojan War, who was said to have used the plant to treat wounds on the battlefield.

Yarrows are hardy herbaceous plants that typically grow to a height of 1-2 feet. They have feathery, aromatic leaves and produce clusters of small flowers in shades of white, yellow, pink, or red. The flowers are popular with bees and butterflies, making yarrows a good choice for pollinator gardens.

Yarrows have a long history of use in traditional medicine. The leaves and flowers can be made into teas, tinctures, or salves to treat a variety of ailments, including wounds, cuts, bruises, and inflammation. Some studies suggest that certain species of yarrow may have antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties, although more research is needed to confirm these effects.

It's worth noting that some people may experience allergic reactions to yarrow, particularly if they are sensitive to plants in the Asteraceae family. If you are considering using yarrow for medicinal purposes, it's a good idea to consult with a healthcare provider first to ensure that it is safe and appropriate for your needs.

Biological models, also known as physiological models or organismal models, are simplified representations of biological systems, processes, or mechanisms that are used to understand and explain the underlying principles and relationships. These models can be theoretical (conceptual or mathematical) or physical (such as anatomical models, cell cultures, or animal models). They are widely used in biomedical research to study various phenomena, including disease pathophysiology, drug action, and therapeutic interventions.

Examples of biological models include:

1. Mathematical models: These use mathematical equations and formulas to describe complex biological systems or processes, such as population dynamics, metabolic pathways, or gene regulation networks. They can help predict the behavior of these systems under different conditions and test hypotheses about their underlying mechanisms.
2. Cell cultures: These are collections of cells grown in a controlled environment, typically in a laboratory dish or flask. They can be used to study cellular processes, such as signal transduction, gene expression, or metabolism, and to test the effects of drugs or other treatments on these processes.
3. Animal models: These are living organisms, usually vertebrates like mice, rats, or non-human primates, that are used to study various aspects of human biology and disease. They can provide valuable insights into the pathophysiology of diseases, the mechanisms of drug action, and the safety and efficacy of new therapies.
4. Anatomical models: These are physical representations of biological structures or systems, such as plastic models of organs or tissues, that can be used for educational purposes or to plan surgical procedures. They can also serve as a basis for developing more sophisticated models, such as computer simulations or 3D-printed replicas.

Overall, biological models play a crucial role in advancing our understanding of biology and medicine, helping to identify new targets for therapeutic intervention, develop novel drugs and treatments, and improve human health.

"Likelihood functions" is a statistical concept that is used in medical research and other fields to estimate the probability of obtaining a given set of data, given a set of assumptions or parameters. In other words, it is a function that describes how likely it is to observe a particular outcome or result, based on a set of model parameters.

More formally, if we have a statistical model that depends on a set of parameters θ, and we observe some data x, then the likelihood function is defined as:

L(θ | x) = P(x | θ)

This means that the likelihood function describes the probability of observing the data x, given a particular value of the parameter vector θ. By convention, the likelihood function is often expressed as a function of the parameters, rather than the data, so we might instead write:

L(θ) = P(x | θ)

The likelihood function can be used to estimate the values of the model parameters that are most consistent with the observed data. This is typically done by finding the value of θ that maximizes the likelihood function, which is known as the maximum likelihood estimator (MLE). The MLE has many desirable statistical properties, including consistency, efficiency, and asymptotic normality.

In medical research, likelihood functions are often used in the context of Bayesian analysis, where they are combined with prior distributions over the model parameters to obtain posterior distributions that reflect both the observed data and prior knowledge or assumptions about the parameter values. This approach is particularly useful when there is uncertainty or ambiguity about the true value of the parameters, as it allows researchers to incorporate this uncertainty into their analyses in a principled way.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Probability Theory" is actually a branch of mathematics, not medicine. It provides a formal framework for quantifying and reasoning about uncertainty. It involves concepts such as random variables, probability distributions, expected values, and statistical inferences. While it is widely used in many scientific fields, including medical research, it is not a medical term itself.

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The discovery of Bayes' theorem remains a controversial topic in the history of mathematics. While it is certain to have been ... According to one historian of statistics, he may have been the earliest discoverer of Bayes' theorem. He worked as Lucasian ... Stephen M. Stigler, Who Discovered Bayes's Theorem?, The American Statistician, Vol. 37, No. 4, Part 1 (November 1983), pp. 290 ... Penistone Archive Group Media related to Nicholas Saunderson at Wikimedia Commons Who discovered Bayes's Theorem ? Stephen M. ...
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Bayes's theorem is named after Rev. Thomas Bayes 1701-1761. Bayesian inference broadened the application of probability to many ... Its basis is Bayes' theorem. Information describing the world is written in a language. For example, a simple mathematical ... Bayes' theorem is about conditional probabilities, and states the probability that event B happens if firstly event A happens: ... But Bayes' theorem always depended on prior probabilities, to generate new probabilities. It was unclear where these prior ...
If Bayes' theorem is written as P ( A i ∣ B ) = P ( B ∣ A i ) P ( A i ) ∑ j P ( B ∣ A j ) P ( A j ) , {\displaystyle P(A_{i}\ ... ISBN 0-471-98165-6. Price, Harold J.; Manson, Allison R. (2001). "Uninformative priors for Bayes' theorem". AIP Conf. Proc. 617 ... This is obtained by applying Bayes' theorem to the data set consisting of one observation of dissolving and one of not ... In Bayesian statistics, Bayes' rule prescribes how to update the prior with new information to obtain the posterior probability ...
Lastly Bayes theorem is coherent. It is considered the most appropriate way to update beliefs by welcoming the incorporation of ... Bayes' theorem is fundamental to Bayesian inference. It is a subset of statistics, providing a mathematical framework for ... The three principle strengths of Bayes' theorem that have been identified by scholars are that it is prescriptive, complete and ... The fundamental ideas and concepts behind Bayes' theorem, and its use within Bayesian inference, have been developed and added ...
Lindley, D (1958). "Fiducial distribution and Bayes' theorem". Journal of the Royal Statistical Society, Series B. 20: 102-7. ... Little, Roderick J. (2006). "Calibrated Bayes: A Bayes/Frequentist Roadmap". The American Statistician. 60 (3): 213-223. doi: ... For example, the posterior mean, median and mode, highest posterior density intervals, and Bayes Factors can all be motivated ... However, if a "data generating mechanism" does exist in reality, then according to Shannon's source coding theorem it provides ...
Bayes' theorem states P ( A , B ) = P ( B , A ) P ( A ) P ( B ) . {\displaystyle P(A,B)={\frac {P(B,A)\,P(A)}{P(B)}}.\,} In the ... Therefore, for adaptation, Bayes' Theorem can be expressed as estimate = (previous knowledge × sensory information)/scaling ...
By Bayes' theorem, p ( b , ε ) = p ( ε , b ) p ( b ) p ( ε ) . {\displaystyle p(\mathbf {b} ,{\boldsymbol {\varepsilon }})={\ ... When OLS is used on data with homoscedastic errors, the Gauss-Markov theorem applies, so the GLS estimate is the best linear ...
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The use of Bayes' theorem by jurors is controversial. In the United Kingdom, a defence expert witness explained Bayes' theorem ... theorem. The Court of Appeal upheld the conviction, but it also gave the opinion that "To introduce Bayes' Theorem, or any ... The former follows directly from Bayes' theorem. The latter can be derived by applying the first rule to the event "not M {\ ... When a new fragment of type e {\displaystyle e} is discovered, Bayes' theorem is applied to update the degree of belief for ...
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Applying Bayes' theorem π ( x , θ , y ) = π ( y , x , θ ) π ( x , θ ) π ( θ ) π ( y ) , {\displaystyle \pi ({\boldsymbol {x ... or empirical Bayes. Rue, Håvard; Martino, Sara; Chopin, Nicolas (2009). "Approximate Bayesian inference for latent Gaussian ...
Fisher, R. A. (1926). "Bayes' Theorem and the Fourfold Table". Eugenics Review. 18 (1): 32-33. PMC 2984620. PMID 21259825. "The ... "Some Examples of Bayes' Method of the Experimental Determination of Probabilities a Priori". Journal of the Royal Statistical ... Fisher, R. A. (1942). "Some Combinatorial Theorems and Enumerations Connected with the Numbers of Diagonal Types of a Latin ...
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Fisher on Bayes and Bayes' theorem". Bayesian Analysis. 3 (1): 161-170. doi:10.1214/08-BA306. Lehmann E.L. (1992) "Introduction ... The probability a hypothesis is true can only be derived from use of Bayes' Theorem, which was unsatisfactory to both the ... Two competing models/hypotheses can be compared using Bayes factors. Bayesian methods could be criticized for requiring ... Kass, R. E. (1993). Bayes factors and model uncertainty (PDF) (Report). Department of Statistics, University of Washington. ...
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  • In probability theory and statistics, Bayes' theorem (alternatively Bayes' law or Bayes' rule), named after Thomas Bayes, describes the probability of an event, based on prior knowledge of conditions that might be related to the event. (wikipedia.org)
  • Bayes' theorem is named after the Reverend Thomas Bayes (/beɪz/), also a statistician and philosopher. (wikipedia.org)
  • A probability principle set forth by the English mathematician Thomas Bayes (1702-1761). (rxlist.com)
  • However, Thomas Bayes lived in the 18th century, and the theorem was published in 1763. (stackexchange.com)
  • The theorem was discovered among the papers of the English Presbyterian minister and mathematician Thomas Bayes and published posthumously in 1763. (georgemaciunas.com)
  • The theorem was discovered in the papers of Thomas Bayes, an English Presbyterian minister, and mathematician, and was published posthumously in the year 1763. (themagazinetimes.com)
  • The Bayes theorem is a probability as well as statistics theorem named after Reverend Thomas Bayes that aids in determining the probability of an event based on a previous event. (themagazinetimes.com)
  • The Bayes Theorem, named after the 18th-century British mathematician Thomas Bayes, is a mathematical formula for calculating conditional probability. (tvcelebswiki.com)
  • The theorem was discovered in the papers of English Presbyterian minister and mathematician Thomas Bayes and was published posthumously in 1763 by being read to the Royal Society. (tvcelebswiki.com)
  • Named after Thomas Bayes , Bayes' Theorem calculates conditional probability by using known related probability variables. (wikiversity.org)
  • Named after the 18th-century English mathematician and Presbyterian minister Thomas Bayes, this powerful tool provides a systematic way to update our beliefs and probabilities as new evidence emerges. (financeinfopedia.com)
  • Price edited Bayes's major work "An Essay towards solving a Problem in the Doctrine of Chances" (1763), which appeared in Philosophical Transactions, and contains Bayes' theorem. (wikipedia.org)
  • These two young fellows are brothers from Palo Alto who've set out to produce a series of videos explaining the technical ideas in my novel Little Brother , and their first installment, explaining Bayes's Theorem , is a very promising start. (boingboing.net)
  • Bayes' Theorem or Bayes's Theorem? (stackexchange.com)
  • If Bayes had discovered it today, we might call it Bayes's theorem, pronounced baizes to rhyme with mazes. (stackexchange.com)
  • Note that in the Wikipedia article I linked to they use Bayes's death , but Bayes' theorem . (stackexchange.com)
  • The earliest reference I can find in Google books to Bayes' rule (1854) spells it Bayes's . (stackexchange.com)
  • Bayes's theorem , in probability theory , a means for revising predictions in light of relevant evidence, also known as conditional probability or inverse probability. (georgemaciunas.com)
  • Nevertheless, infection seems more likely for those who test positive, and Bayes's theorem provides a formula for evaluating the probability. (georgemaciunas.com)
  • The logic of this formula is illustrated in the Bayes's theorem used for evaluating the accuracy of a medical test [Credit: Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.]figure and explained as follows. (georgemaciunas.com)
  • Applications of Bayes's theorem used to be limited mostly to such straightforward problems, even though the original version was more complex. (georgemaciunas.com)
  • These advances have led to a recent surge of applications of Bayes's theorem, more than two centuries since it was first put forth. (georgemaciunas.com)
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  • Bayes's theorem teaches us to deal with new information by adjusting our expectations. (thebrowser.com)
  • One of the many applications of Bayes' theorem is Bayesian inference, a particular approach to statistical inference. (wikipedia.org)
  • With Bayesian probability interpretation, the theorem expresses how a degree of belief, expressed as a probability, should rationally change to account for the availability of related evidence. (wikipedia.org)
  • Price wrote an introduction to the paper which provides some of the philosophical basis of Bayesian statistics and chose one of the two solutions offered by Bayes. (wikipedia.org)
  • Related to the theorem is Bayesian inference, or Bayesianism, based on the assignment of some a priori distribution of a parameter under investigation. (georgemaciunas.com)
  • Your friends and colleagues are talking about something called "Bayes' Theorem" or "Bayes' Rule", or something called Bayesian reasoning. (stuffthatspins.com)
  • The theorem, also known as Bayes' Rule or Bayes' Law, is the cornerstone of the field of Bayesian statistics. (tvcelebswiki.com)
  • Many people have found Eliezer's Intuitive Explanation of Bayesian Reasoning to be an excellent introduction to Bayes' theorem , and so I don't usually hesitate to recommend it to others. (greaterwrong.com)
  • Bayes' Theorem is the backbone of Bayesian statistics and has found applications in fields as diverse as medicine, artificial intelligence, finance, and even legal reasoning. (financeinfopedia.com)
  • When applied, the probabilities involved in the theorem may have different probability interpretations. (wikipedia.org)
  • If one is serious about attending to the evidence at all, then as we saw with Bayes' Theorem, whatever prior probabilities you have concerning some issue, you should continuously fold new information into those considerations and revise those prior probabilities to achieve the most inclusive and well-justified synthesis you can. (provingthenegative.com)
  • The above example illustrates the use of Bayes' theorem to find "reverse" conditional probabilities. (psu.edu)
  • Given new or additional evidence, Bayes' theorem allows you to revise existing predictions or theories (update probabilities). (tvcelebswiki.com)
  • To generate posterior probabilities, Bayes' theorem incorporates prior probability distributions. (tvcelebswiki.com)
  • What is the effect of using Bayes' Theorem to combine multiple pieces of evidence, given the presence of error and bias in estimating the probabilities of evidence? (ronnblom.net)
  • Bayes' theorem tells us how to turn probabilities around. (newsfortomorrow.com)
  • Bayes' Theorem can be conceptualized as a process of updating our beliefs (represented by prior probabilities) based on observed evidence (represented by the likelihood) to arrive at revised beliefs (represented by posterior probabilities). (financeinfopedia.com)
  • An application of Bayes Theorem that performs the same calculations for the situation where the several probabilities are constructed as indices of subjective confidence. (causeweb.org)
  • The other name for Bayes theorem is conditional probability or inverse probability. (themagazinetimes.com)
  • Martyn Hooper and Sharon McGrayne have argued that Richard Price's contribution was substantial: By modern standards, we should refer to the Bayes-Price rule. (wikipedia.org)
  • Bayes' law or Bayes' rule) to filter spam in recommendation services and for ratings system. (kukuruku.co)
  • Bayes' Rule turns subjective judgments into a testable, objective belief. (financeinfopedia.com)
  • When we have beliefs and uncertainty, we can use Bayes' Rule to determine the best next step. (financeinfopedia.com)
  • Bayes' theorem is employed in clinical epidemiology to determine the probability of a particular disease in a group of people with a specific characteristic on the basis of the overall rate of that disease and of the likelihood of that specific characteristic in healthy and diseased individuals, respectively. (rxlist.com)
  • For example, the accuracy of the exercise cardiac stress test in predicting significant coronary artery disease ( CAD ) depends in part on the "pre-test likelihood" of CAD: the "prior probability" in Bayes' theorem. (rxlist.com)
  • In technical terms, in Bayes' theorem the impact of new data on the merit of competing scientific hypotheses is compared by computing for each hypothesis the product of the antecedent plausibility and the likelihood of the current data given that particular hypothesis and rescaling them so that their total is unity. (rxlist.com)
  • The Theorem provides a more reasoned likelihood of a particular outcome for a high probability of false positives. (tvcelebswiki.com)
  • As diagnostic tests and additional information are obtained, Bayes' Theorem helps update the likelihood of each potential diagnosis, guiding the process of arriving at an accurate diagnosis. (financeinfopedia.com)
  • The best way to develop an intuition for Bayes Theorem is to think about the meaning of the terms in the equation and to apply the calculation many times in a range of different real-world scenarios. (machinelearningmastery.com)
  • The common and helpful names used for the terms in the Bayes Theorem equation. (machinelearningmastery.com)
  • Now that we are familiar with the calculation of Bayes Theorem, let's take a closer look at the meaning of the terms in the equation. (machinelearningmastery.com)
  • The terms in the Bayes Theorem equation are given names depending on the context where the equation is used. (machinelearningmastery.com)
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  • Bayes studied how to compute a distribution for the probability parameter of a binomial distribution (in modern terminology). (wikipedia.org)
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  • In this article, we will dive deep into the intricacies of Bayes' Theorem, explore its real-world applications through detailed examples and case studies, and highlight some illuminating quotes from prominent thinkers. (financeinfopedia.com)
  • Bayes' Theorem, which was long ignored in favour of Boolean calculations, has recently gained popularity due to increased calculation capacity for performing its complex calculations. (tvcelebswiki.com)
  • Bayes used conditional probability to provide an algorithm (his Proposition 9) that uses evidence to calculate limits on an unknown parameter. (wikipedia.org)
  • Independently of Bayes, Pierre-Simon Laplace in 1774, and later in his 1812 Théorie analytique des probabilités, used conditional probability to formulate the relation of an updated posterior probability from a prior probability, given evidence. (wikipedia.org)
  • There are many really well explained points but I suppose the best lever he uses to introduce the notion of combining prior and evidence is to introduce Bayes in the context of a multi-way table, where the data cause you to restrict your attention to one row, and sum over marginals to get a posterior for the cell. (stackexchange.com)
  • In probability theory, Bayes' theorem is a method for revising predictions in light of new evidence. (themagazinetimes.com)
  • Bayes is about starting with a guess (1:3 odds for rain:sunshine), taking evidence (it's July in the Sahara, sunshine 1000x more likely), and updating your guess (1:3000 chance of rain:sunshine). (so8848.com)
  • It is really in this situation where we need Bayes, because in a more clear cut case we can intuitively see where the evidence is leading us. (ronnblom.net)
  • The theorem will also account for the varying levels of influence the new evidence will have on events A and B respectively. (wikiversity.org)
  • Often, Bayes \[ P(A \vert B) = \frac{P(B\vert A) P(A)}{ P(B)} \] is used as a way to update the probability of \( A \) when you have new information \( B \) . (github.io)
  • How can we use Bayes' theorem, \[ P(A\vert B) = \frac{P(B\vert A) P(A)}{P(B)} \] to find the conditional probability of a high level of contamination present , given that a failure occurred ? (github.io)
  • So a fundamental understanding of the theorem is in order. (analytics4all.org)
  • Bayes Theorem is a very common and fundamental theorem used in Data mining and Machine learning. (lichun.cc)
  • At its core, Bayes' Theorem is a fundamental principle of conditional probability. (financeinfopedia.com)
  • In this tutorial, you will discover an intuition for calculating Bayes Theorem by working through multiple realistic scenarios. (machinelearningmastery.com)
  • Another practical application of Bayes' Theorem is in spam email classification. (financeinfopedia.com)
  • If Bayes theorem is new to you, it's easier to explain how it works than to give its formal definition. (redchippoker.com)
  • Bayes' Theorem has applications in just about every corner of the investing world. (investmentu.com)
  • Bayes' Theorem has many applications that are not limited to finance. (tvcelebswiki.com)
  • These advancements have increased the number of applications that use Bayes' theorem. (tvcelebswiki.com)
  • RS Aggarwal Class 12 Solutions Chapter 30 Bayes' Theorem and Its Applications are written with the idea that you will learn more about probability as you go along. (utopper.com)
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  • In many applications Bayes theorem is employed using priors that shall represent the absence of prior knowledge. (lu.se)
  • Bayes' Theorem is prominent in scientific discovery and machine learning. (wikiversity.org)
  • The implementation for a NAive Bayes theorem will be a supervised machine learning algorithm used to classify data with previous known classes. (diamondclover.com)
  • As new data becomes available, Bayes' Theorem is employed to update the forecast and provide more accurate predictions. (financeinfopedia.com)
  • A common application of Bayes' theorem is in clinical decision making where it is used to estimate the probability of a particular diagnosis given the appearance of specific signs, symptoms, or test outcomes. (rxlist.com)
  • On Bayes Theorem there is no objective outside sources to utilize as a referent for the existence of Jesus. (debunking-christianity.com)
  • Bayes' Theorem sits at the heart of a few well known machine learning algorithms. (analytics4all.org)
  • The conclusion from the experiment is that Bayes' Theorem, as used by Carrier, appears to reduce rather than inflate errors. (ronnblom.net)
  • Calculate the probability of each of the components of BAyes Theorem. (diamondclover.com)
  • D)\). We can use Bayes' Theorem to find this probability. (psu.edu)
  • Apply Theorem again, in this case it would be to find the probability that the new dataset Drives based on its features (age and salary). (diamondclover.com)
  • I find this counter-intuitive, because I believe Bayes' Theorem is frequently used specifically to counter uncertainty in any of the individual parameters, giving us a best estimate of the overall probability. (ronnblom.net)
  • To find out how likely the player is to be at least 7 feet, we need to use Bayes' Theorem . (jellyjuke.com)
  • How to work through three realistic scenarios using Bayes Theorem to find a solution. (machinelearningmastery.com)
  • b) Define H as in the proof of the Cantor-Schroder-Berstein theorem and find H(2), H(8), H(13), and H(20). (physicsforums.com)
  • In the realm of statistics and probability theory, few concepts have had a profound impact on understanding uncertainty and making informed decisions like Bayes' Theorem. (financeinfopedia.com)
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  • Bayes' Theorem is used in weather forecasting to update the probability of certain weather events based on new information. (financeinfopedia.com)
  • In its most basic form, Bayes' Theorem takes a test result and relates it to the conditional probability of that test result given other related events. (tvcelebswiki.com)
  • In Bayes' Theorem, we use P(A) to represent our prior probability (the probability of a player being at least 7 feet), and we use P(B) to represent the probability of the result we saw (the probability of a player getting at least 15 rebounds). (jellyjuke.com)
  • The two equations can be substituted back into the two on top, which will result in Bayes' Theorem. (wikiversity.org)
  • Another - perhaps more real world use for Bayes' Theorem is the SPAM filter. (analytics4all.org)
  • Specifically, the theorem states that the probability of event A occurring given that event B has already occurred is equal to the probability of event A multiplied by the probability of event B occurring given that event A has occurred divided by the probability of event B. (wikiversity.org)
  • Spam filters often use a technique called "Naive Bayes" based on Bayes' Theorem to categorize emails as spam or non-spam (ham). (financeinfopedia.com)
  • Spam filters in email services use Bayes' Theorem to classify incoming emails as spam or non-spam (ham). (financeinfopedia.com)
  • Students should be able to formulate and solve simple problems in probability including the use of Bayes' Theorem and Decision Trees. (bath.ac.uk)
  • But for me personally, if I didn't know Bayes' theorem and you were trying to explain it to me, pretty much the worst thing you could do would be to start with some detailed scenario involving breast-cancer screenings. (greaterwrong.com)
  • So what's the right way to explain Bayes' theorem to me? (greaterwrong.com)
  • After completed course, the student will · be able to give an account of various graphical and numerical methods for descriptive statistics, · be able to explain the concepts independence, probability, distribution, expected value and variance, · be able to explain the duality between hypothesis tests and confidence intervals, and · on a general level explain the central limit theorem and how it can be utilised. (lu.se)
  • Bayes theorem is one of the most basic ideas in probability theory. (redchippoker.com)