Controlled conditions and accurate data recording are key factors that contribute to scientific success. That is why many researchers choose to work in an observation lab. At Noldus, we design labs that allow you to observe  your test participants unobtrusively, in an environment similar to their natural surroundings.

• Controlled conditions.
• Unobtrusive observations.
• High quality audio and video recordings.
• Fully integrated equipment.
• Synchronous recordings.
• Superior behavior recording and analysis.

Designed with you, built by us
We design user-friendly, plug-and-play observation labs that are tailored to meet your research needs. When conducting experiments and observations, you do not want to waste valuable time setting up and controlling your hardware and software.  In a Noldus Observation lab, all equipment is fully integrated, allowing you to operate all components and make recordings on one central computer in the control room, while an intercom enables you to communicate with your test participants. To gather data effectively, The Observer^® XT is installed in every Noldus lab. Essentially, you can obtain high quality recordings without the trouble of setting up a lab yourself!

Stable and robust equipment
Good image quality, high quality video recordings, and clear recordings of speech and other sounds make all the difference in your research results. In a Noldus lab, you can benefit from the most up-to-date hardware equipment. Moreover, all cables, cameras, and microphones are hidden in the walls and ceilings, allowing your test participants to feel at ease and behave in the most natural way.

Excellent integration facilities
The Observer XT software is at the core of every Noldus lab. Due to its excellent integration features, we can arrange labs in such a way that all your devices work perfectly together. The Observer XT allows you to make synchronous multimodal recordings including video and audio streams, physiological data, eye tracking data, and more. When all your data has been integrated, The Observer XT allows you to search your data, so interesting parts are visible within seconds. As a result, you get complete insight into the relationships between the experimental conditions, overt behavior, and physiological responses.

Extensive analysis
To get the most of your research data use:

• The Observer XT for its extensive analysis features and elaborate system for managing data. Our software allows you to visualize processes, calculate statistics, and create highlight clips of video and data.
• Theme™ to unravel the time structure of behavior at any level of detail. This software is especially effective in analysis of social interaction.
• MatMan™ to analyze social interactions in groups, hierarchies, and sequences.
  

Full support
All our labs come with installation, training, and support. We install and test all hardware and software components and make sure you know exactly how to operate your system. We train you how to use our software tools and give advice on different observation methods. If you experience any challenges, our support department is there to help. In short, we help you get the best out of your behavioral research!