Dear all, 
I have to maximize a ml function which is highly non-linear in all parameters and has a number of local maxima. My main problem is to find an effective and sensitive algorithm for setting the initial values. I did not find an appropriate package for R/Splus. I heard that MINUIT package may be helpful. I'd like to know if someone has an experience with 
combination MINUIT-R. 
Much thanks for any suggestions, 
Vicky.  
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