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EpiCollect is a generic, free, open data collection tool consisting of mobile phone software and a central web application. Users can collect and submit geotagged data forms (along with photos / videos ) to a central project website (hosted using Googles AppEngine) using suitable mobile phones (Android or iPhone). All data synchronised with the central website, from multiple phones, can then be viewed / charted / filtered using Google Maps / Earth or downloaded. Furthermore, data can be requested and viewed/filtered from the project website directly on the phones using Google Maps.
EpiCollect was initially developed for projects focussed on data gathering for Infectious Disease Epidemiology. However, a fully generic version, allowing anyone to setup their own projects online and focussed on data gathering in general has been released and this will be the focus of the talk. Data can also be sent to any project web server, not just those hosted using Google’s AppEngine. Further details about EpiCollect can be found under "More Information" below.
EpiCollect is currently being used in a diverse set of projects, for example describing Archaeological dig sites, monitoring invasive plant species and biodiversity, disease monitoring across Africa, and recording examples and location of street art.
Organised by: Nicolas Maire, Univ.Basel and Miguel Angel Marquina
Computing Seminars /IT Department