Convert EpiEstim distribution names to those used by coarsedatatools

coarseDataTools uses abberviated names for distributions e.g. "G" for gamma etc To provide a smooth user experience, we convert the more descriptive names. This function performs the user-provided names to the abberviated ones.

convert_distr_name_for_mcmc(distr)

Arguments

distr

A string with the name of the distribution as provided by the user.

Value

A string with the converted distribution name.

Author

Sangeeta Bhatia