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Quantified Self
• Personal data acquisition and self-monitoring
• Quantified = measure actions, physical andmental state using a consistent, repeatable method
• Technology-aided (use sensors, trackers, applications, etc.)
• Applied for continous self-monitoring or for lifestyle / habit changing
Methods / Instruments Measurements
Scale, measuring tape, calipers weight, height, BMI, body composition metrics
Lab tests Blood glucose, cholesterol, etc. markers
Genetic [and bacterial] testing Bacterials samples, DNA sequencing
Activity monitors and pedometers Steps taken, calories burned, distance travelled
Sleep monitors Time to sleep, sleep length
Heart rate monitors Heart rate and rhythm
Self-journalling and automated tracking apps(diet, workout, habit, mood)
Foods eating, workout outcomes, habits completed, mood/energy
Environmental sensors Air quality, temperature, humidity, light and sound levels
Methods and Measurements
Thank You!
Jaakko Salonen (@jsalonen)
Demonstrated products:
• uBiome - http://ubiome.com/
• Beddit - http://beddit.com/
• RescueTime - http://www.rescuetime.com/
• Coach.me - http://www.coach.me/