Wearable technology in academia: the use of Google Glass in the life sciences

Authors

  • Bradley Thomas Elliott University of Westminster
  • Artun Sukan University of Westminster

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21100/compass.v6i10.164

Keywords:

Wearable Technology, Google Glass,

Abstract

Wearable technology in academia: the use of Google Glass in the life sciences

Author Biographies

Bradley Thomas Elliott, University of Westminster

Mr Bradley Elliott is currently completing a PhD in human physiology at the University of Westminster. He is part of the Change Agents Network, regularly speaking and blogging about their work. Besides his research into physiology, his interests also include teaching and learning in the life sciences and augmentation of such with current technology.

Artun Sukan, University of Westminster

Mr Artun Sukan is a biochemical engineer and final year PhD student in the Department of Molecular and Applied Biotechnology, University of Westminster. His research interests are bioprocess design, fermentation technology and downstream processing. Alongside his interests, he is passionate about the use of computer-aided applications for education and research.

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Published

06/05/2015

Issue

Vol. 6 No. 10 (2015): Compass: Journal of Learning and Teaching

Section

Technology Reviews

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