Predicting the spread of epidemics
We’ve discussed how big data might help us generate better estimates of how many people have an illness right now, rather than one or two weeks ago. Beyond estimating how many people are currently infected, however, it would be extremely useful if we could generate predictions of where a disease might spread to next.
Watch this video for an introduction to how big data and big models can help us predict the spread of a disease like the flu.
Big Data: Measuring And Predicting Human Behaviour
Big Data: Measuring And Predicting Human Behaviour
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