Limitations of linear regression applied on ecological data -- Things are not always linear : additive modeling -- Dealing with heterogeneity -- Mixed effects modeling for nested data -- Violation of ...

Linear mixed models (LMMs) serve as a versatile statistical framework, combining fixed effects that capture the overall trends with random effects that account for variability across subjects, ...

Abstract: Assumptions play a pivotal role in the selection and efficacy of statistical models, as unmet assumptions can lead to flawed conclusions and impact decision-making. In both traditional ...