Behavioral Research Blog

Why The Observer XT is the gold standard for behavioral research
13 Feb general behavior research Research Methods

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.
Decoding Gorillas’ gestures: Insights into primate communication
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.
What is Galvanic Skin Response?
07 Feb human behavior research Emotion

What is Galvanic Skin Response?

Understanding human emotions and physiological responses is a key focus in behavioral science. One insightful tool in this field is galvanic skin response (GSR). But what is galvanic skin response? A beginner’s guide to understanding GSR in research.
Neuroscience conferences you should visit in 2025
31 Jan animal behavior research Other (Animal)

Neuroscience conferences you should visit in 2025

Conferences are a great place to network and learn. However, there are many different conferences to choose from. In this blog we have outlined our favourite conferences of 2025.
Mealtime challenges in dementia: insight in difficulties
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.
5 Must-read articles to explore human behavior and emotions
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.
Unlock the full potential of your research tools
07 Jan animal behavior research Research Methods

Unlock the full potential of your research tools

Unlock the full potential of your research with Noldus Academy. Discover expert-led courses, on-demand tutorials, and webinars that help you master Noldus software, boost efficiency, and ensure high-quality data collection.
Benefits of implicit and explicit measurements of engagement
07 Jan human behavior research User Experience

Benefits of implicit and explicit measurements of engagement

Everyone wants to know if people are truly engaged with their content. But how do we accurately measure engagement? In this blog post, researchers from VicarVision share how they studied cognitive, affective, and behavioral engagement.
Why sustained attention matters in infant development
17 Dec human behavior research Psychology

Why sustained attention matters in infant development

How does sustained attention develop in infants and why is it crucial for learning? Learn about the latest research measuring attention through video and heart rate data.
What is cognitive load, and how does it help us understand human behavior?
13 Dec human behavior research Multimodal

What is cognitive load, and how does it help us understand human behavior?

By exploring cognitive load, researchers gain insights into how people process information, respond emotionally, and manage decision-making. How cognitive load and one of its most reliable indicators, pupil dilation, is crucial in human behavior research.

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