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We consider the problem of estimating variable parameters in models describing the evolution in time of populations in which individual size or age are taken into account. Our approach uses a Galerkin technique on a non uniform and time dependent grid for the numerical solution of the equation. A moving finite element method which combines the method of characteristics with finite element techniques is applied. Numerical results to an example problem are presented.
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Dimitriu, G. (2003). Parameter Estimation in Size/Age Structured Population Models Using the Moving Finite Element Method. In: Dimov, I., Lirkov, I., Margenov, S., Zlatev, Z. (eds) Numerical Methods and Applications. NMA 2002. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 2542. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/3-540-36487-0_47
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