Examines algorithmic modeling across three cultures.
problem Tackles algorithmic modeling in different cultural contexts.
method Uses parametric regressions, interpretable algorithms, and complex algorithms.
result Extension of Leo Breiman's thesis to include cultural differences.
Proposes a model to interpret complex ML algorithms.
problem Complex ML models are hard to interpret.
method Uses model-based regression trees and interpretable main-effects models.
result Surrogate model provides interpretable results with good predictive performance.
Proposes a score to compare rule-based algorithms' interpretability.
problem Lack of consensus on interpretability for predictive models.
method Defines a score with three terms: predictivity, stability, and simplicity, each quantified by simple formulas.
result Compares interpretability of rule-based and tree-based algorithms for regression and classification.
Graph clustering groups entities -- the vertices of a graph -- based on their similarity, typically using a complex distance function over a large number of features. Successful integration of clustering approaches in automated decision-support systems hinges on the interpretability of the resulting clusters. This pape…
Model interpretability is a requirement in many applications in which crucial decisions are made by users relying on a model's outputs. The recent movement for "algorithmic fairness" also stipulates explainability, and therefore interpretability of learning models. And yet the most successful contemporary Machine Learn…
InterpretML is an open-source Python package which exposes machine learning interpretability algorithms to practitioners and researchers. InterpretML exposes two types of interpretability - glassbox models, which are machine learning models designed for interpretability (ex: linear models, rule lists, generalized addit…
New methods interpret clustering outcomes without altering data structure.
problem Post-processing methods destroy data integrity and obscure interpretations.
method Algorithm-agnostic interpretation methods using permutation feature importance, individual conditional expectation, and partial dependence.
result Preserves original feature structure and explains clustering outcomes.
SIRUS creates interpretable rules from random forests for regression.
problem Lack of interpretability in complex machine learning models.
method Random forest with rule extraction for stability and simplicity.
result SIRUS produces stable and interpretable rule sets.
Framework optimizes model performance and interpretability for tabular data.
problem Balancing model performance and interpretability in machine learning models.
method Model-agnostic multi-objective optimization framework with evolutionary algorithm.
result Framework generates diverse models that trade off performance and interpretability efficiently.
Generalized additive models (GAMs) are favored in many regression and binary classification problems because they are able to fit complex, nonlinear functions while still remaining interpretable. In the first part of this paper, we generalize a state-of-the-art GAM learning algorithm based on boosted trees to the multi…
Develops a learning algorithm for PSL formulas from examples.
problem Learning human-interpretable descriptions of complex systems from examples.
method Reduces learning to propositional logic constraint satisfaction and uses SAT solver.
result Proposed method provides succinct human-interpretable descriptions from examples.
In order for machine learning to be deployed and trusted in many applications, it is crucial to be able to reliably explain why the machine learning algorithm makes certain predictions. For example, if an algorithm classifies a given pathology image to be a malignant tumor, then the doctor may need to know which parts …
Dimensionality reduction (DR) on the manifold includes effective methods which project the data from an implicit relational space onto a vectorial space. Regardless of the achievements in this area, these algorithms suffer from the lack of interpretation of the projection dimensions. Therefore, it is often difficult to…
Novel framework explains machine learning models using ontology-based sampling.
problem Generating precise and insightful explanations for machine learning models.
method Ontology-based sampling technique and learnable anchor algorithm.
result Our approach generates more precise and insightful explanations.
The paper uses model-based trees to create interpretable surrogate models for complex machine learning models.
problem Interpreting complex machine learning models.
method Using model-based trees to partition feature space and create interpretable models.
result Model-based trees generate optimal surrogate models that balance interpretability and performance.
Proposes a copula-based method to interpret neural networks.
problem Neural networks lack interpretability due to ambiguity in decision-making.
method Uses pair copula correlation coefficients to reveal feature importance and decision paths.
result Consistent results with Random Forest's feature importance values.
Two algorithms for interpreting and boosting tree-based models using rule covering.
problem Interpreting and boosting tree-based ensemble methods.
method Mathematical programming models constructed from decision tree rules.
result Selects a few rules that closely match the accuracy of the model.
The paper proposes an interpretable off-policy learning algorithm for medical treatments.
problem Lack of interpretable methods for personalized treatment decisions from observational data.
method Hyperbox search approach for interpretable policies in disjunctive normal form.
result The proposed algorithm outperforms state-of-the-art methods in terms of regret and is rated highly interpretable by clinical experts.
Shallow trees in ensemble models make models more interpretable and sometimes better.
problem Lack of transparency in high-performing tree ensemble models.
method Developed an interpretation algorithm to convert tree ensembles into functional ANOVA representations. Proposed strategies to enhance interpretability.
result Shallow trees in ensemble models can lead to better generalization performance and improved interpretability.
The paper connects decision tree interpretability and robustness through separation.
problem Empirical observation of a connection between robustness and interpretability in decision trees.
method Investigation of the connection through decision trees and l∞-perturbation robustness, proving bounds on tree size. result First algorithm with guarantees on robustness, interpretability, and accuracy for decision trees.
A new method creates simpler, more interpretable decision trees from complex ensembles.
problem Complex tree ensembles reduce interpretability and control over machine learning models.
method Dynamic-programming based algorithm for finding a minimum-size decision tree.
result Optimal born-again trees are simpler and more interpretable than original ensembles.
This manuscript proposes a probabilistic framework for algorithms that iteratively solve unconstrained linear problems Bx=b with positive definite B for x. The goal is to replace the point estimates returned by existing methods with a Gaussian posterior belief over the elements of the inverse of B, which can …
New algorithm improves interpretability in sequence classification.
problem Lack of human-independent interpretability metrics in sequence classification.
method Combines linear classifiers with background knowledge embeddings to create a new feature space.
result Preserves predictive power while delivering more interpretable models.
XDeep is an open-source Python package developed to interpret deep models for both practitioners and researchers. Overall, XDeep takes a trained deep neural network (DNN) as the input, and generates relevant interpretations as the output with the post-hoc manner. From the functionality perspective, XDeep integrates a w…
Paper proposes a new method to evaluate AI model interpretability in bond default prediction.
problem Lack of standardized method to assess inherent interpretability of AI models.
method Uses LIME and SHAP to assess feature contributions in bond default prediction.
result Consistent results with intuitive understanding of model interpretability.
Meta-learning approach to learn interpretable models from human feedback.
problem Tackling the challenge of making machine learning models interpretable.
method A meta-learning approach where a model of non-trivial proxies of human interpretability is learned from human feedback, then incorporated into the ML training process to optimize for interpretability.
result The approach leads to formulas that are either significantly more or equally accurate while being more interpretable.
COMMOD debiases models with minimal and interpretable changes.
problem Inconsistent and costly model updates in fair machine learning.
method Introduced COMMOD, a novel algorithm for algorithmic fairness that minimizes changes and makes them interpretable.
result COMMOD achieves comparable performance to state-of-the-art debiasing methods while making minimal and interpretable changes.
Transform ANNs into interpretable decision trees.
problem Lack of interpretability in ANNs.
method Developed two MDT algorithms: EC-DT and Extended C-Net.
result Extended C-Net generates the most compact and effective trees.
Interactive visualization helps understand complex machine learning models.
problem Low interpretability of machine learning models.
method Interactive slice visualization of predictor space, using interaction or touring algorithms.
result Enhances understanding and validation of machine learning model fits.
Simplifies complex pricing models for better interpretability and revenue.
problem Complex pricing models are hard to interpret and not widely adopted.
method Model distillation to create interpretable pricing policies.
result Maximizes revenue while maintaining interpretability.
We often desire our models to be interpretable as well as accurate. Prior work on optimizing models for interpretability has relied on easy-to-quantify proxies for interpretability, such as sparsity or the number of operations required. In this work, we optimize for interpretability by directly including humans in the …
New ML algorithms improve model interpretability without sacrificing performance.
problem Lack of interpretability in complex machine learning models.
method Developed new algorithms based on fANOVA framework, including GAMI-Lin-T and GAMI-Net.
result GAMI-Lin-T and GAMI-Net perform comparably to EBM and better in interpretability.
Algorithm identifies interpretable subgroups with elevated treatment effects.
problem Estimating high-dimensional, uninterpretable CATE results.
method Rule sets summarizing CATE estimates, optimizing subgroup size and effect size.
result Frontier of Pareto optimal rule sets for subgroup identification.
The effectiveness of machine learning algorithms depends on the quality and amount of data and the operationalization and interpretation by the human analyst. In humanitarian response, data is often lacking or overburdening, thus ambiguous, and the time-scarce, volatile, insecure environments of humanitarian activities…
Machine learning is used more and more often for sensitive applications, sometimes replacing humans in critical decision-making processes. As such, interpretability of these algorithms is a pressing need. One popular algorithm to provide interpretability is LIME (Local Interpretable Model-Agnostic Explanation). In this…
COPOD detects outliers efficiently and interpretable using copulas.
problem Outliers in multivariate data are hard to detect efficiently and interpretably.
method COPOD constructs an empirical copula to predict tail probabilities and identify outliers.
result COPOD outperforms existing methods in most cases and is computationally efficient.
Paper uses ML to predict SME defaults with interpretability.
problem Lack of interpretability in ML models for SME default prediction.
method Model-agnostic approach using Accumulated Local Effects and Shapley values.
result eXtreme Gradient Boosting algorithm provides highest classification power with interpretability.
The paper proposes a method to predict the performance of data-driven algorithms using surrogate models.
problem Improving the performance prediction of data-driven knowledge discovery algorithms.
method Surrogate-assisted performance prediction using evolutionary modeling of clinical pathways.
result The proposed approach provides interpretable prediction of algorithm performance and quality.
DEN creates interpretable visualizations using Siamese networks.
problem Creating interpretable visualizations of complex datasets.
method Differentiating Embedding Networks (DEN) using Siamese neural networks and loss functions.
result DEN outperforms existing techniques on FashionMNIST and interpretable features are identified.
Tree ensembles, such as random forest and boosted trees, are renowned for their high prediction performance, whereas their interpretability is critically limited. In this paper, we propose a post processing method that improves the model interpretability of tree ensembles. After learning a complex tree ensembles in a s…
State-of-the-art clustering algorithms use heuristics to partition the feature space and provide little insight into the rationale for cluster membership, limiting their interpretability. In healthcare applications, the latter poses a barrier to the adoption of these methods since medical researchers are required to pr…
A new algorithm identifies interpretable network representations via subgraph count statistics.
problem Interpreting network-valued data samples.
method Principal Component Analysis for Networks (PCAN) and its fast sampling-based version (sPCAN).
result The PCAN and sPCAN methods provide informative and discriminatory features for network samples.
Captum library simplifies model interpretability for PyTorch.
problem Improving model interpretability for various PyTorch models.
method Unified, open-source library with generic attribution algorithms and metrics.
result Unified and scalable model interpretability for multimodal inputs.
New method improves HPO interpretability without sacrificing performance.
problem Difficulty in understanding HPO algorithms due to black-box nature.
method Coupling Bayesian optimization with Bayesian Algorithm Execution.
result More reliable IML explanations without compromising optimization performance.
Decisions by Machine Learning (ML) models have become ubiquitous. Trusting these decisions requires understanding how algorithms take them. Hence interpretability methods for ML are an active focus of research. A central problem in this context is that both the quality of interpretability methods as well as trust in ML…
The paper investigates interpretability techniques for deep learning models in medical data.
problem Understanding the logic behind predictions of black-box models in medical decision-making.
method Applied deep neural networks and random forests to a medical dataset. Used autoencoders and local interpretable models to provide insights.
result Local interpretable models and autoencoders provide meaningful insights into cancer predictions, identifying distinct and non-generalizable features.
Simplifies F-measure for better interpretability.
problem Lack of intuitive interpretation of F-measure.
method Introduces F* (F-star) transformation.
result F* provides an immediate practical interpretation.
SWAG combines screening and wrapper methods for interpretable sparse learning.
problem Need for interpretable and replicable machine learning results in sparse settings.
method Greedy exploration of attribute space to find sparse learners.
result Library of equivalent learners for attribute availability.