Introduction

by | Aug 22, 2017 | Research Publications

The Quantified Self and Statistical Bodies

Author(s):

  • Abend, Pablo
  • Fuchs, Mathias

Documentation:

https://doi.org/10.14361/dcs-2016-0102

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