by Research Team | Apr 15, 2016 | Research Publications
Author(s): Lupton, Deborah Abstract: The concept of self-tracking has recently begun to emerge in discussions of ways in which people can record specific features of their lives, often using digital technologies, to monitor, evaluate and optimize themselves. There is...
by Research Team | Apr 2, 2016 | Research Publications
Author(s): Lanzing, Marjolein Abstract: This paper critically engages with new self-tracking technologies. In particular, it focuses on a conceptual tension between the idea that disclosing personal information increases one’s autonomy and the idea that informational...
by Research Team | Apr 1, 2016 | Research Publications
Author(s): Boka EnMercedes Pöll Abstract: In this paper, we reflect on self-tracking practices in the context of neoliberal ideologies – predominantly the quest for self-improvement as mediated by and...
by Research Team | Apr 1, 2016 | Research Publications
Author(s): Morgan Harvey Marc Langheinrich Geoff Ward Abstract: Human memory is unquestionably a vital cognitive ability but one that can often be unreliable. External memory aids such as diaries, photos, alarms and calendars are often employed to assist in...
by Research Team | Apr 1, 2016 | Research Publications
Author(s): Bietz, Matthew J.Hayes, Gillian R.Morris, Margaret E.Patterson, HeatherStark, Luke Abstract: A large part of the appeal of health tracking devices stems from their seeming objectivity. Built on sensors and algorithms, these systems appear neutral and...
