Hierarchical modeling and analysis for spatial data (Second edition)

Keep Up to Date with the Evolving Landscape of Space and Space-Time Data Analysis and ModelingSince the publication of the first edition, the statistical landscape has substantially changed for analyzing space and space-time data.

More than twice the size of its predecessor, Hierarchical Modeling and Analysis for Spatial Data, Second Edition reflects the major growth in spatial statistics as both a research area and an area of application. New to the Second Edition New chapter on spatial point patterns developed primarily from a modeling perspectiveNew chapter on big data that shows how the predictive process handles reasonably large datasetsNew chapter on spatial and spatiotemporal gradient modeling that incorporates recent developments in spatial boundary analysis and womblingNew chapter on the theoretical aspects of geostatistical (point-referenced) modeling Greatly expanded chapters on methods for multivariate and spatiotemporal modelingNew special topics sections on data fusion/assimilation and spatial analysis for data on extremesDouble the number of exercises Many more color figures integrated throughout the textUpdated computational aspects, including the latest version of WinBUGS, the new flexible spBayes software, and assorted R packagesThe Only Comprehensive Treatment of the Theory, Methods, and SoftwareThis second edition continues to provide a complete treatment of the theory, methods, and application of hierarchical modeling for spatial and spatiotemporal data.

It tackles current challenges in handling this type of data, with increased emphasis on observational data, big data, and the upsurge of associated software tools.

The authors also explore important application domains, including environmental science, forestry, public health, and real estate.