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arXiv CS.AI·Jun 12·5 min read
Benchmarking Counterfactual Prediction in Epidemic Time Series with Time-Varying Interventions
TL;DR
Existing benchmarks for causal inference in epidemic time series lack realistic counterfactual outcomes, limiting their effectiveness. A new large-scale benchmark was developed using a calibrated agent-based model to generate realistic counterfactual trajectories for over 150 U.S. counties.
✦ Why It Matters
Engineers and researchers can leverage this benchmark to improve causal inference methods in epidemic modeling.
Key Takeaways
- Utilize the new benchmark for evaluating causal inference techniques.
- Incorporate time-varying interventions in your models.
- Analyze performance differences among various causal inference methods.
- Leverage real-world data for more accurate epidemic modeling.
How It Works
The benchmark is built on a calibrated agent-based model that simulates epidemic dynamics using real-world data. It allows for the assessment of both static and dynamic interventions, providing a comprehensive evaluation of causal inference methods across diverse scenarios.