The Singularity Discussion Series
FBL113: Isabel Pedersen - The Adoption of Embodied Computing
Aug 21, 2023
Isabel Pedersen, a professor specializing in wearables and embodied computing, discusses the continuum of embodiment and its impacts on technology adoption and society. The podcast explores the evolution of embodied computing, ethical design considerations in computer science, surprising adoption trends, integration of social science and humanities, and potential impacts of brain implants.
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- Embodied computing focuses on how computers are carried or worn by individuals, including mobile phones, smart watches, heads-up displays, and implantables.
- The discourse around technology has shifted, leading to increased adoption of wearable devices, but it is crucial to consider potential harms and societal impacts.
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The Continuum of Embodiment and the Study of Wearables
This podcast episode features Isabelle Peterson, a professor and director of the Digital Life Institute at Ontario Tech University. Peterson specializes in the study of wearables, embodied computing, and similar technologies. The episode explores the continuum of embodiment, starting with the defining characteristics of the field and delving into its various manifestations and advancements over the years. Peterson discusses the impact of embodied technology, including topics like the rhetoric and linguistic impacts of technology discourse, the societal implications of these technologies, and more.
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