Irrigant research

When should a model change an estimate?

Research on when a model correction should be used, and when the original estimate should stay.

Published research

  1. Preprint · Marco Trotta · arXiv:2609.35314

    When Should a Satellite Estimate Be Changed? Stress-Testing Neural Corrections for Evapotranspiration

    Satellite estimates can help explain water use. A model can adjust those estimates, but an adjustment can also add error. This paper studies how to check for evidence before using a change.

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    The question studied in the paper An existing estimate leads to a possible correction, which is checked against evidence. Estimate Correction Evidence check
    Research concept. This is not a Helios workflow.

What this means for Helios

This work highlights a simple principle: recommendations should rely on evidence that fits the decision. The paper studies satellite estimates of water use. It is separate research and does not describe a live Helios feature.

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