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Inference in Bayesian networks

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Bayesian networks are increasingly important for integrating biological data and for inferring cellular networks and pathways. What are Bayesian networks and how are they used for inference?

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  2. Institute of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Garstang Building, University of Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT, UK

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Needham, C., Bradford, J., Bulpitt, A. et al. Inference in Bayesian networks. Nat Biotechnol 24, 51–53 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1038/nbt0106-51

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