Blog posts tagged with the observer xt
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.
14 Feb
human behavior research
Other (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.
13 Feb
animal behavior research
Other (Animal)
Decoding Gorillas’ gestures: Insights into primate communication
Western lowland gorillas use gestures to negotiate and even display 'accents' in their communication. A new study explores these complex social interactions, offering insights into language evolution.
30 Jan
human behavior research
Healthcare
Mealtime challenges in dementia: insight in difficulties
Mealtimes can be a daily struggle for people with dementia, but understanding their challenges - and the power of nonverbal communication - can make all the difference.
14 Jan
human behavior research
Other (Human)
5 Must-read articles to explore human behavior and emotions
Studying human behavior reveals surprising insights about what drives our actions and emotions. In this blog, we share five insightful articles that explore what behavior is, how emotions are made, and the tools researchers use to study them.
07 Jan
animal behavior research
Research Methods
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23 Oct
human behavior research
Psychology
5 examples of infant studies
Researchers perform infant studies to properly monitor and understand all kinds of development factors. In this blog post, five examples of infant studies are highlighted.
15 Oct
human behavior research
Psychology
Understanding infants’ development of moral and social behavior
At the Centre of Infant Cognition at UBC in Vancouver, researchers conduct independent studies as well as participate in ManyBabies projects to further understand the development of moral and social behaviors of infants.
16 Sep
human behavior research
Psychology
Exploring the early development of referential gestural communication
Understanding the importance of pointing gestures can provide valuable insights into children's developmental progress and support their overall growth and learning.
06 Aug
human behavior research
Psychology
Should you use a combination of modes to optimize behavioral studies?
If you ask a scientist what they think of when you say, ‘behavioral study’, they will come up with wildly differing answers, depending on their own type of work.