Behavioral Research Blog

Behavioral research explained: stimuli, emotion, interaction, and coding

Explore key concepts that shape human behavior research. This post brings together essential ideas that help researchers study behavior with more clarity.

Behind the scenes of a usability test

Through usability testing, real user behavior comes into focus. It reveals hidden friction points and delivers insights that help shape better, more intuitive digital products.

Understanding epilepsy through a new mouse model

A new Frontiers in Molecular Neuroscience publication, coauthored by Noldus’ Jason Rogers, examines whether a very small cortical disruption can generate epilepsy. The study sought to explore how focal changes shape both neural function and behavior.

What can I use DanioVision for?

Researchers use zebrafish of all life stages, from embryo's to full adults. These researchers do high-throughput research and are therefore in need of a good automated system. DanioVision is the best tool for this type of research.

How new methods are transforming Autism Research

Researchers apply behavioral and physiological tools in everyday environments to study autism as it truly happens. These real-world approaches bring research closer to daily life and deepen our understanding of human behavior.

Eye tracking without the expensive hardware: powered by FaceReader

Ever wondered what really catches someone’s eye? FaceReader now includes webcam-based eye tracking, giving you powerful insights into where people look, how they feel, and what drives their decisions. No extra hardware required.

FAQ: tips and tricks for CatWalk XT

We've compiled a list of the most asked questions by CatWalk XT users. For this blog we have asked our best trainers to answer these questions. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned user, there is something here for everyone.

Animal research assists in understanding fentanyl withdrawal symptoms

Drug overdose lethality has risen over the last years. Fentanyl is the biggest contributor to deaths in the USA. In this blog we explore the complications with researching fentanyl and how animal models provide much needed insights.

Behavioral coding: What and how

When you study human behavior, coding your data is the initial step to analyze data. Coding behavior enables you to evaluate your research questions and draw reliable conclusions.

Surprising the senses: how unexpected flavors reveal consumer emotions

What happens when your brain expects something sweet, but your mouth gets savory? Researcher Artur Głuchowski used this twist to uncover how we emotionally react to unexpected food.

Left on read - how social rejection rewires the teenage brain

A recent study combined behavioral tracking with immunohistochemistry to research how a developing brain processes social exclusion. Keep reading to find out how EthoVision XT enables anxiety research.

Scientific methods in human behavior research

Learn about the key scientific methods used in human behavior research. We explain quantitative and qualitative approaches, experimental design, and how researchers collect and analyze behavioral data.