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Random regression analyses using B-splines to model growth of Australian Angus cattle.
Genetics, selection, evolution : GSE - 1 Jan 2000
Meyer Karin
Abstract excerpt
Regression on the basis function of B-splines has been advocated as an alternative to orthogonal polynomials in random regression analyses. Basic theory of splines in mixed model analyses is reviewed, and estimates from analyses of weights of Australian Angus cattle from birth to 820 days of age are presented. Data comprised 84533 records on 20731 animals in 43 herds, with a high proportion of animals with 4 or...
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