An introduction to Bayesian networks and their contemporary applications

Abstract

Bayesian Networks are an important area of research and application within the domain of Artificial Intelligence. This paper explores the nature and implications for Bayesian Networks beginning with an overview and comparison of inferential statistics with Bayes' Theorem. The nature, relevance and applicability of Bayesian Network theory for issues of advanced computability form the core of the current discussion. A number of current applications using Bayesian networks are examined. The paper concludes with a brief discussion of the appropriateness and limitations of Bayesian Networks for human-computer interaction and automated learning. © 2008 Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg.