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Summary of Joint Model

Combining the models for growth and coalescence took some insight. Different methods of reordering the data were tried. Finally a (somewhat natural in hindsight) reordering of the data allowed consideration of growth and coalescence in a reasonable fashion. Probability statements can be made regarding length at time of coalescence and the actual time of coalescence itself. This model is sufficiently flexible to take into account spatial data, should such become available.



Cathal Walsh
Sat Jan 22 17:09:53 GMT 2000