Measuring Behavior is the conference for all those interested in new methods and tools for measuring the behavior of people and animals. The next edition will be in May 2024, in Aberdeen, Scotland.

It has a unique focus on tools and methods

Most scientific conferences focus on the results of studies. However, without methods, there are no results. In recent years, results of previous studies in the behavioral sciences have been called into question because of errors in their methods or because they cannot be reproduced. Methods are critical. Methods papers often have the highest citation rate. 

MB has a strong multi-disciplinary focus

At Measuring Behavior you will meet neuroscientists, psychologists, engineers, AI experts, computer scientists, health researchers, sports scientists, and many more. Experts in measuring both human and animal behavior will be there. Whilst some sessions focus on the detailed issues of a particular discipline, others take advantage of the multitudes of expertise present to discuss cross-cutting issues. You can see which topics are relevant here.

The Demonstration Showcase

Measuring Behavior has the normal range of program elements, with symposia, workshops, posters, tutorials, commercial exhibition and social events. In addition, there is the demonstration showcase in which both companies and academics present new inventions and prototypes. Those presentations are often very dynamics and interactive, where the latest technology can be seen.

It is a well-established conference series, with a rich history

Measuring Behavior 2024 will be the thirteenth edition of the conference. The series started as a small workshop in the Netherlands in 1996 and over the years has grown to a well-established scientific meeting. It is sponsored by industry (Noldus is the main sponsor, and they ensure continuity from edition to edition), but it is scientifically independent. Competitive companies attend, and they present papers and participate in the exhibition. The scientific presentations are all blind peer-reviewed. 

Beautiful Scotland

Aberdeen is in North-East Scotland. It fronts onto the sea coast, with its sandy beaches and dramatic cliffs. Inland there are many historic castles and then there are the magnificent Grampian Mountains in the Cairngorms National Park. Aberdeen itself is an attractive bustling city. It was historically a fishing port and in recent years has benefited from the prosperity brought by the oil industry. 

The Call for Papers has just been published. If you think that you might like to present a poster or give an oral presentation at the conference, please take a look.

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