Statistical Methods Series: Hidden Markov Models in Ecology

The Ecological Forecasting Initiative and the ESA Statistical Ecology Section are hosting Dr. Vianey Leos Barajas for the May call in the Statistical Methods Seminar Series. Dr. Leos Barajas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistical Sciences and the School of the Environment at the University of Toronto and leads the Bayesian Ecological and Environmental Statistics (B.E.E.S.) research group. B.E.E.S. is dedicated to the development of statistical methodology to answer pressing ecological and environmental questions. Dr. Leos Barajas' work focuses on the analysis of sensor data collected from animals and the environment over time and space but also includes collaborations in health and other areas.