Speaker: Patrick Mayerhofer, consultant, lead research scientist, and co-founder

Date: November 15, 2024

Time: 9:00 AM PT | 11:00 AM CT | 12:00 PM ET | 18:00 CET

Abstract: Wearable technology has rapidly evolved in recent years, becoming an integral part of modern life with devices like smartwatches, fitness trackers, and health monitors. These devices seamlessly integrate into our routines, offering an array of health and performance data, and allowing for real-time recommendations to users. This presentation explores the impact of wearable technology, artificial neural networks, and automated real-time feedback on our daily lives. I will provide an overview of how wearable devices, integrated with advanced neural networks, continuously monitor health metrics and activity levels, and how they give personalized feedback to enhance our health and athletic performance. Finally, I will summarize what I have learned from working with wearable technology and artificial neural networks, and discuss potential future directions for the coming years.

BIO: Patrick Mayerhofer is a consultant, lead research scientist, and co-founder. Currently he manages several science and innovation projects at Weartech Labs, a Simon Fraser University Core Facility. WearTech Labs collaborates with academia and industry to research and develop wearable technology that improves human health and performance. Patrick Mayerhofer received his PhD in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University in 2023. He is dedicated to developing and enhancing technological innovations in health and sports science, specializing in wearable sensors and algorithms, enhanced machine learning, data analysis, and feedback control systems.