A Semiparametric spatial model is used as it allows nonlinear estimation of both mean and variance.<br /><br /> A Bayesian approach is used for inference via a Markov Chain Monte Carlo sampling scheme. A distinct advantage of using the Bayesian approach is the incorporation of prior information in the...

A Semiparametric spatial model is used as it allows nonlinear estimation of both mean and variance. A Bayesian approach is used for inference via a Markov Chain Monte Carlo sampling scheme. A distinct advantage of using the Bayesian approach is the incorporation of prior information in the...