Research Methods (Human) blog posts
Learn about the key research and scientific methods used in human behavior research. This category containts articles about quantitative and qualitative approaches, experimental design, and how researchers collect and analyze behavioral data.
06 May
human behavior research
Research Methods (Human)
From observation to insight
Across research, education, and product development, labs need tools to capture and understand human behavior with precision. This blog shows how combining Viso and The Observer XT empowers teams to gain richer insights and make data-driven decisions.
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.
14 Mar
human behavior research
Research Methods (Human)
What are stimuli in human behavior research?
A stimulus is any object, event, or factor that influences human behavior. It can be something we see, hear, or feel, affecting our decisions and actions. But how do researchers use stimuli in behavioral studies?
14 Feb
human behavior research
Research Methods (Human)
Why The Observer XT is the gold standard for behavioral research
In the ever-evolving field of behavioral research, having the right tools can make the difference between ordinary findings and groundbreaking insights.
03 Dec
human behavior research
Research Methods (Human)
Validating FaceReader's attention detection: a reliable measure using gaze and head pose
Measuring attention is crucial across many fields, from marketing to user experience design and human-computer interaction. Learn more about how we validated custom expressions for attention in FaceReader.
26 Jun
human behavior research
Research Methods (Human)
How FaceReader is validated in research
In this blog post, we'll dive deeper into the validity and different applications of FaceReader—the most robust tool for automated facial expression analysis.
23 May
human behavior research
Research Methods (Human)
The 5 best ways to use FaceReader: a systematic review
Facial expressions offer a rich source of information about human emotions. In this study, Elisa Landmann examines the best ways to collect, handle, and analyze FaceReader data in different areas of research.
21 Feb
human behavior research
Research Methods (Human)
Using Baby FaceReader for automated analysis of infant emotions
What if you had a way to understand a baby's unspoken needs? Analyzing facial expressions in infants helps researchers and caregivers understand more about the early development of emotions and social interactions.
14 Aug
human behavior research
Research Methods (Human)
Behind the Scenes: Human Behavior Research Labs
Observation and analysis of human behavior is often done in labs. From babies to business, it can all be researched. Want to see how some of this research is done? Check out these amazing human behavior labs in action.
10 Oct
human behavior research
Research Methods (Human)
Examples of Human Behavior Research
We humans are an intriguing species and it's no wonder researchers have always been fascinated by human behavior. Here are some examples of human behavior research over the years.