Week 5

Bayesian Inference & Rossiter-McLaughlin Effect

Model Building III: Bayesian Inference & Non-linear Models

• Suggested readings for Monday's class:

  • What is Bayesian Statistics?

• Slides from class

• Read before Wednesday's class:

  • How to Use Turing

  • Bayesian Linear Regression (if it's helpful for you; stop before example, as we'll an astronomical example instead)

Lab 5: Bayesin Inference & Non-linear Models

Exoplanet Characterization: Rossiter McLaughlin Effect

• Before Friday's class, read "Statistical methods for exoplanet detection with radial velocities": Sec.1-3.1, 4-4.2, 7.1

• Very optional supplement in case anyone is interested

• Notebook from class