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Automatic parameter tuning for functional regionalization methods.
- Source :
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Papers in Regional Science . Nov2017, Vol. 96 Issue 4, p859-879. 21p. 1 Color Photograph, 1 Black and White Photograph, 1 Diagram, 3 Charts. - Publication Year :
- 2017
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Abstract
- The methods used to define functional regions for public statistics and policy purposes need to establish several parameter values. This is typically achieved using expert knowledge based on qualitative judgements and lengthy consultations with local stakeholders. We propose to support this process by using an optimization algorithm to calibrate any regionalization method by identifying the parameter values that produce the best regionalization for a given quantitative indicator. The approach is exemplified by using a grid search and a genetic algorithm to configure the official methods employed in the UK and Sweden for the definition of their respective official concepts of local labour markets. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *LABOR market
*MATHEMATICAL optimization
*GENETIC algorithms
*ALGORITHMS
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10568190
- Volume :
- 96
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Papers in Regional Science
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 126052884
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/pirs.12199