Sequential Monte Carlo Methods to Train Neural Network Models

We discuss a novel strategy for training neural networks using sequential Monte Carlo algorithms and propose a new hybrid gradient descent / sampling importance resampling algorithm (HySIR). In terms of computational time and accuracy, the hybrid SIR is a clear improvement over conventional sequenti...

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Autori principali: Freitas, D, Nando, Niranjan, M, Gee, A, Doucet, A
Natura: Journal article
Pubblicazione: 2000