Poisson Approximation
Poisson Approximation

Author: A. D. Barbour

Publisher:

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 298

ISBN-13:

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The Poisson "law of small numbers" is a central principle in modern theories of reliability, insurance, and the statistics of extremes. It also has ramifications in apparently unrelated areas, such as the description of algebraic and combinatorial structures, and the distribution of prime numbers. Yet despite its importance, the law of small numbers is only an approximation. In 1975, however, a new technique was introduced, the Stein-Chen method, which makes it possible to estimate the accuracy of the approximation in a wide range of situations. This book provides an introduction to the method, and a varied selection of examples of its application, emphasizing the flexibility of the technique when combined with a judicious choice of coupling. It also contains more advanced material, in particular on compound Poisson and Poisson process approximation, where the reader is brought to the boundaries of current knowledge. The study will be of special interest to postgraduate students and researchers in applied probability as well as computer scientists.

Compound Poisson Approximation
Compound Poisson Approximation

Author: V. Čekanavičius

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2024-08-21

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 1040037275

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Compound Poisson approximation appears naturally in situations where one deals with a large number of rare events. It has important applications in insurance, extreme value theory, reliability theory, mathematical biology, and more. Compound Poisson Approximation synthesizes the most important recent research in the field in a single volume. With an extensive list of references, open problems, and exercises, it will become the standard reference book on the topic. Features • Provides a comprehensive overview of this rapidly expanding field • Synthesizes the most important research results of recent years • Presents an array of special topics • Provides the reader with a set of tools needed for research and education The book is of interest to researchers and postgraduate students from probability, statistics, and mathematics.

The Conway–Maxwell–Poisson Distribution
The Conway–Maxwell–Poisson Distribution

Author: Kimberly F. Sellers

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2023-02-28

Total Pages: 355

ISBN-13: 1108481108

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This is the first comprehensive introduction to the Conway-Maxwell-Poisson distribution and its contributions in statistical theory and computing in R, including its uses in count data modelling. An essential reference for academics in statistics and data science, as well as quantitative researchers and data analysts in applied disciplines.

An Introduction to Stein's Method
An Introduction to Stein's Method

Author: A. D. Barbour

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 981256280X

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A common theme in probability theory is the approximation of complicated probability distributions by simpler ones, the central limit theorem being a classical example. Stein's method is a tool which makes this possible in a wide variety of situations. Traditional approaches, for example using Fourier analysis, become awkward to carry through in situations in which dependence plays an important part, whereas Stein's method can often still be applied to great effect. In addition, the method delivers estimates for the error in the approximation, and not just a proof of convergence. Nor is there in principle any restriction on the distribution to be approximated; it can equally well be normal, or Poisson, or that of the whole path of a random process, though the techniques have so far been worked out in much more detail for the classical approximation theorems.This volume of lecture notes provides a detailed introduction to the theory and application of Stein's method, in a form suitable for graduate students who want to acquaint themselves with the method. It includes chapters treating normal, Poisson and compound Poisson approximation, approximation by Poisson processes, and approximation by an arbitrary distribution, written by experts in the different fields. The lectures take the reader from the very basics of Stein's method to the limits of current knowledge.

Lectures on the Poisson Process
Lectures on the Poisson Process

Author: Günter Last

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2017-10-26

Total Pages: 315

ISBN-13: 1107088011

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A modern introduction to the Poisson process, with general point processes and random measures, and applications to stochastic geometry.

Probability
Probability

Author: Rick Durrett

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2010-08-30

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 113949113X

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This classic introduction to probability theory for beginning graduate students covers laws of large numbers, central limit theorems, random walks, martingales, Markov chains, ergodic theorems, and Brownian motion. It is a comprehensive treatment concentrating on the results that are the most useful for applications. Its philosophy is that the best way to learn probability is to see it in action, so there are 200 examples and 450 problems. The fourth edition begins with a short chapter on measure theory to orient readers new to the subject.

Laws of Small Numbers: Extremes and Rare Events
Laws of Small Numbers: Extremes and Rare Events

Author: Michael Falk

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2010-10-07

Total Pages: 513

ISBN-13: 3034800096

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Since the publication of the first edition of this seminar book in 1994, the theory and applications of extremes and rare events have enjoyed an enormous and still increasing interest. The intention of the book is to give a mathematically oriented development of the theory of rare events underlying various applications. This characteristic of the book was strengthened in the second edition by incorporating various new results. In this third edition, the dramatic change of focus of extreme value theory has been taken into account: from concentrating on maxima of observations it has shifted to large observations, defined as exceedances over high thresholds. One emphasis of the present third edition lies on multivariate generalized Pareto distributions, their representations, properties such as their peaks-over-threshold stability, simulation, testing and estimation. Reviews of the 2nd edition: "In brief, it is clear that this will surely be a valuable resource for anyone involved in, or seeking to master, the more mathematical features of this field." David Stirzaker, Bulletin of the London Mathematical Society "Laws of Small Numbers can be highly recommended to everyone who is looking for a smooth introduction to Poisson approximations in EVT and other fields of probability theory and statistics. In particular, it offers an interesting view on multivariate EVT and on EVT for non-iid observations, which is not presented in a similar way in any other textbook." Holger Drees, Metrika

Introductory Statistics
Introductory Statistics

Author: Openstax

Publisher:

Published: 2022-03-23

Total Pages: 914

ISBN-13: 9788565775120

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Introductory Statistics follows scope and sequence requirements of a one-semester introduction to statistics course and is geared toward students majoring in fields other than math or engineering. The text assumes some knowledge of intermediate algebra and focuses on statistics application over theory. Introductory Statistics includes innovative practical applications that make the text relevant and accessible, as well as collaborative exercises, technology integration problems, and statistics labs. Senior Contributing Authors Barbara Illowsky, De Anza College Susan Dean, De Anza College Contributing Authors Daniel Birmajer, Nazareth College Bryan Blount, Kentucky Wesleyan College Sheri Boyd, Rollins College Matthew Einsohn, Prescott College James Helmreich, Marist College Lynette Kenyon, Collin County Community College Sheldon Lee, Viterbo University Jeff Taub, Maine Maritime Academy

Probability Towards 2000
Probability Towards 2000

Author: L. Accardi

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 1998-03-27

Total Pages: 382

ISBN-13: 9780387984582

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Senior probabilists from around the world with widely differing specialities gave their visions of the state of their specialty, why they think it is important, and how they think it will develop in the new millenium. The volume includes papers given at a symposium at Columbia University in 1995, but papers from others not at the meeting were added to broaden the coverage of areas. All papers were refereed.