THE BEHAVIORAL LAB
Exploring the depths of human behavior, perception, and connection
A nontraditional lab focused on building the technology required to scale the study of human behavior
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The Quick
Summary
We design and execute large scale studies on human behavior in a wide range of social contexts. We create the technology necessary for behavioral analysis and research at scale. We share clean and insanely robust datasets with other labs and institutions.
Many of our workflows are ML driven. We are actively exploring and inventing new tools to dissect human behavior and communication into it’s most basic elements.
We are very interested in AR/VR/XR + ML. We believe a massive breakthrough in education will come from AR/VR/XR + ML and we aim to use them to help people to navigate the complexity of social interactions.
We are currently a fully distributed lab, but will have a home base in Austin, Texas 2024.
You can learn a lot more about our process and what we do below!
4 STEPS OF SUCCESS
Our Observational
Research Process
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Step 1
Record
Our process starts with our studies, which are designed to capture the spectrum of human interactions through diverse sampling and a unique methodology. We use multiple camera angles and various biofeedback devices to capture and measure behavior.
Step 2
Code
Next, we break down and code behavior using a mixture of quantitative and qualitative measures. Our process involves coding all observable movement. For example, we code every single facial movement, spoken word, and even create customized measures for accurately recording any human movement.
Step 3
Analyze
Our analysis is about understanding the link between human perception and behavioral data. We use machine learning and a wide range of technologies to gain deep insights into human perception and behavior.
Step 4
Invent
We are always looking for technological solutions to speed up our workflows and are constantly inventing new solutions that make quantitative behavioral research possible.
Our Projects
As we navigate the puzzle of human behavior, perception, and communication we are creating some cool tools!
The Behavioral Database
The largest database of coded human behavior. Diverse samples with unprecedented levels of behavioral and psychophysiological data.
The Holocron
Utilizing XR and AI to create the next wave of behavior based educational platforms. Basically, the most effective way for learning high level social skills.
Perception Engine
Enabling large scale studies of human perception at scale. The objective is to create a greater understanding of nonverbal behavior that affects human perception and decision making.
Facial Denominator
Breaking down human facial movement into its most basic elements. Enabling machines to see what we see and more.
Soul Reader
AI driven behavioral analysis for poker players - The first system designed to turn all observable movement at the poker table into data for analysis. Learn more at Beyond Tells.
Academic Archive
A centralized, organized, and ranked database of studies focused on understanding human behavior.
The People Making it Happen
Meet some of our team members!
Blake Eastman
Founder of The Nonverbal Group
His entire life has been dedicated to Psychology and Nonverbal Behavior and has started several companies fueled by his passion to better understand human behavior.
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Kyongsik Yun
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Kyongsik Yun is a technologist at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. He received his Ph.D. in Bioengineering from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). He completed his postdoctoral fellowship at Caltech.
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Upcoming Studies
This schedule will be expanded but these are the current studies we have planned for 2023/2024
August 2022
The Battery
An ongoing observational study designed to capture the nuances of human communication.
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October 2022
The Conversation
Focused on understanding the mechanics and underlying constructs of human conversation.
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March 2023
The Comedy Show
The nonverbal aptitude of comedians, measuring laughter, and more.
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June 2023
The Presentation
An observational study on the effectiveness of various presentation styles.
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Coming Soon
The Behavioral Lab in Austin
In 2023, we are launching the physical home of The Nonverbal Group and will have a dedicated space designed for our behavioral lab.
COMING 2023
Open Behavioral Datasets
A central place so academics and other labs can access our behavioral datasets.
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Join our Lab
In 2023, we will be growing the lab and will be hiring interns and a full time team.
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