This Whole Thing Smacks of Gender - Algorithmic Exclusion in Bioimpedance-based Body Composition Analysis

Explore a thought-provoking conference talk that delves into algorithmic exclusion in bioimpedance-based body composition analysis. Presented by K. Albert and M. Delano at the FAccT 2021 virtual conference, this 20-minute research track presentation examines the intersection of gender and technology in health assessment tools. Gain insights into how algorithmic biases can impact body composition measurements and potentially lead to exclusionary practices. Understand the implications of these findings for the development and application of health technologies, and consider the broader ethical questions surrounding algorithmic fairness in healthcare.