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Semi-nonparametric estimation of regression-based survival models

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  • Hiroaki Masuhara

    (Section of Health Economics, Department of Gerontological Policy, National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology (NCGG))

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To estimate survival data with unobserved heterogeneity, this paper proposes the generalized lognormal survival analysis using Hermite polynomials and the Box-Cox transformation. The General Social Survey (GSS) in 2002 demonstrates good performance of the proposed model.

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  • Hiroaki Masuhara, 2007. "Semi-nonparametric estimation of regression-based survival models," Economics Bulletin, AccessEcon, vol. 3(61), pages 1-12.
    • Handle: RePEc:ebl:ecbull:eb-07c20101
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    1. Masuhara, Hiroaki, 2013. "Semiparametric duration analysis with an endogenous binary variable: An application to hospital stays," CIS Discussion paper series 597, Center for Intergenerational Studies, Institute of Economic Research, Hitotsubashi University.

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