Behavioral Research Blog
29 Apr
animal behavior research
Research Methods
FAQ: Getting started with PhenoTyper
What is the best lighting for my experiment? How do I clean my system? Can I use any bedding for my set up? These are all valid questions when you are starting out with PhenoTyper. In this blog we will cover some of the most asked questions.
29 Apr
human behavior research
Research Methods (Human)
Eye tracking without the expensive hardware: meet EyeReader
Traditionally, eye tracking calls for specialized hardware. But that’s not always practical or affordable. That’s where EyeReader comes in. It’s a webcam-based solution—part of FaceReader—that opens up eye tracking to anyone, anywhere.
26 Apr
general behavior research
Research Methods
NIH Grant Writing Series: Insider Tips for Funding Success - Part 2
In NIH grant writing, your collaborators can make or break your proposal. Learn how to choose the right team - those who bring expertise, credibility, and real value to your research and your reviewers.
25 Apr
general behavior research
Research Methods
NIH Grant Writing Series: Insider Tips for Funding Success - Part 1
In this series of blog posts, Dr William Gerin will provide advice for writing an excellent, award-winning NIH proposal. Topics include registration, prep, specific aims, formatting, the proposal itself, budgeting, collaborators, and different mechanisms.
18 Apr
animal behavior research
Zebrafish Research
Tiny plastics, big problems: do nanoplastics affect neurodevelopment?
Nanoplastics are everywhere in the news nowadays. But how exactly do they influence our development. Researchers used DanioVision and EthoVision XT to track the development and behavior of exposed zebrafish. Keep reading to see their results
15 Apr
human behavior research
Emotion
7 things you need to know about FaceReader
Are you looking for guidance in getting started with your facial expression analysis? Or want to get more out of your FaceReader setup? Keep reading to learn 7 essential things you need to know about FaceReader!
09 Apr
human behavior research
Psychology
Understanding social behavior: from observation to insight
Social behavior is everywhere—at home, at work, and in the classroom. Discover what it is, why it matters, and how observing it with the right tools leads to deeper insight into how people connect, communicate, and respond.
08 Apr
animal behavior research
Social Behavior
Measuring social behavior in mice: the power of EthoVision XT 18
Traditional behavioral assays often rely on manual or rudimentary methods. With EthoVision XT 18 the world of measuring social behavior in rodents has been revolutionized. With this tracking software you can easily track up to two animals simultaneously
04 Apr
animal behavior research
Gait and Locomotion
Rat strain and sex matter in spinal cord injury research: insights from CatWalk XT
Researchers from the Central University of Michigan studied how different rat strains and sexes recover from spinal cord compression injuries, providing valuable insights into recovery variability and potential treatment consideration.
02 Apr
animal behavior research
Emotion
Cats and human emotions: A stronger bond than we thought?
A recent study shows cats can detect human emotions through scent—especially fear—suggesting our cat friends might understand us more than we realize.