Scientific publications
Read about the research that supports the FaceReader Ecosystem
Over the past 20+ years, our facial coding platform and its embedded technologies have been the subject as well as the preferred instrument for numerous accredited scientific studies. Below we present a comprehensive overview of the literature that has emerged from these studies, highlighting and validating the cutting-edge technology of FaceReader Online.
2022
8 citations
How corporate social responsibility moderates the relationship between distributive unfairness and organizational revenge: a deontic justice perspective
W. Deng, M. Jia, Z. Zhang
This paper aims to investigate the differential moderating effects of two types (internal/external) of corporate social responsibility (CSR) on the relationship between distributive injustice and organization-directed revenge through the mediating role of negative emotions. Study 1 was a vignette study based on a sample of 501 part-time master of business administration students in China aimed at testing different levels of internal (external) CSR. Study 2 involved a laboratory experiment which 108 postgraduate were recruited to scrutinize contrasting CSR (internal vs. external) test the underlying mechanisms. The latest facial expression analysis technology (FaceReader 5.0 software) was used to detect participants’ emotional state. Findings demonstrates that CSR buffers organizational behavior. However, the effect of external CSR is not significant. Compared with CSR, internal CSR induces fewer emotions. The presence of emotions detected by software also verified. Practical implications authors hope findings this can provide theoretical references for enterprise managers to enhance their employee governance, develop more effective intervention policies, and formulate corresponding coping to prevent and mitigate workplace behaviors. Originality/value First, enriches the literature on organization introducing CSR as an governance tool. Second, reconciles prior inconsistent about response occurrence events distinguishing examining. Such distinction derived from heterogeneous justice perceptions arising actions. In addition, measure multi-method approach integrating PANAS scale, represents method advancement provides measuring.
2022
15 citations
What’s in a face: Automatic facial coding of untrained study participants compared to standardized inventories
T. T. A. Höfling, G. W. Alpers, B. Büdenbender, U. Föhl, A. B. M. Gerdes
Automatic facial coding (AFC) is a novel research tool to automatically analyze emotional expressions. AFC can classify expressions with high accuracy in standardized picture inventories. However, classification of untrained study participants is more error-prone. This discrepancy requires a direct comparison between these two sources. To this end, 70 participants were asked to express joy, anger, surprise, sadness, disgust, and fear in a typical laboratory setting. Recorded videos were scored with well-established software (FaceReader, Noldus Information Technology). These were compared with measures from pictures from trained actors (i.e., inventories). We report the probability estimates of specific emotion categories and, in addition, Action Unit (AU) profiles for each emotion. Based on this, we used a machine learning approach to determine relevant AUs for each emotion, separately for both datasets. First, misclassification was frequent in some emotions participants. Second, AU intensities were generally lower in all emotions. Third, although AU profiles overlapped substantially across datasets, there were also substantial differences in their profiles. This provides evidence that the application is not limited to expression but can be used to code emotions in untrained study participants.
2022
5 citations
Palatability Assessment of Carbocysteine Oral Solution Strawberry Taste Versus Carbocysteine Oral Solution Mint Taste: A Blinded Randomized Study
Y. Peng, H. Zhang, L. Gao, X. Wang, X. Peng
To compare and evaluate the palatability of two carbocysteine oral solutions (strawberry vs. mint taste) among healthy children aged 2-12 years. Methods: A randomized, triple-blind, crossover, trial in 42 children. All subjects received both preparations (mint) according to randomized administration sequences, process was recorded by video. The assessed emotional valences performed using a facial action coding system FaceReaderâ„¢, which reflected the quantification degree of emotion; positive value represents emotion, negative emotion. At same time, face-to-face interview conducted for 5-12-year-old participants. Then, taste preferential rates were compared to assess solutions. Results: Forty-two enrolled this study. Twenty first tasted solution then strawberry preparation (M-S sequence), while 22 one (S-M sequence). valence (-0.9 M-S -1.2 S-M) both relatively lower than that (both -0.7 sequences; 69.0% (29/42) participants’ higher those preparation. Among 27 participants ≥5 years, preference rate 88.5% (23/26) (one missing preference), 77.8% (21/27) chose if they had take medicine more time. Conclusion: with is an appealing since it better children. could be effective alternative assessment pediatric pharmaceutical products.
2022
15 citations
Test–Retest Reliability in Automated Emotional Facial Expression Analysis: Exploring FaceReader 8.0 on Data from Typically Developing Children and Children with Autism
Z. Borsos, Z. Jakab, K. Stefanik, B. Bogdán, M. Gyori
Leveraging FaceReader technology, this study utilizes test–retest reliability in automated emotional facial expression analysis: exploring facereader 8.0 on data from typically developing children and children with autism to analyze facial expressions and emotional states. It provides insights into how automated facial coding can be applied to research and practical scenarios.
2022
3 citations
Personalized Strategy for Animal-Assisted Therapy for Individuals Based on the Emotions Induced by the Images of Different Animal Species and Breeds
J. Luksaite, E. Zokaitytė, V. Starkutė, S. Šidlauskienė, G. Žokaitė, E. Bartkienė
The aim of this study was to apply the FaceReader technique to select animal species and breed for a personalized AAT based on emotions (‘neutral’, ‘happy’, ‘sad’, ‘angry’, ‘surprised’, ‘scared’, ‘disgusted’, ‘contempt’) induced in persons (18-64 years old) by images of different animal species and breeds. To implement the aim, (Canis familiaris, Felis silvestris catus, Sus scrofa domesticus, Ovis aries, Equus caballus) their breeds (dogs: Australian shepherd, pug, Labrador retriever, Doberman, miniature schnauzer, beagle, three mixed-breed types, Yorkshire terrier, Cane Corso, Samoyed, Chihuahua; cats: British shorthair, Himalayan cat, mixed Siamese, Sphynx, Bengal cat; horses: Norwegian Fjord, Exmoor pony, Andalusian, Friesian; pigs: Vietnamese pot-bellied, Kunekune; sheep: Herdwick sheep, Suffolk sheep) were used. This showed that is significant factor intensity ‘neutral’, ‘happy’ as well valence, emotion valence. The obtained results could be used for a personalized strategy improving helping individuals pet.
2022
5 citations
Influence of aromatization on the perception of work environment and job satisfaction
K. Čarnogurský, P. Madzík, A. Diačiková, J. Berčík
The aim of this paper is to examine how indoor aromatization affects the expressed and unexpressed satisfaction with the work environment in a production hall in an industrial company. Design/methodology/approach: Aroma was flavored by unit, measured on a scale. Biometrics facial recognition (FaceReader) was used to measure satisfaction, enabling recording of eight emotions, two basic emotions. Findings: Research has shown effect – neutral, angry, which partially confirmed sense of flavoring facilities. Previous research has shown that positive feelings caused by pleasant smell influence customers’ purchasing decisions. As use mental state individual, it could be also applied for non-marketing purposes. Originality/value: To date, there has been no systematically addresses impact perception in manufacturing. The presented study is unique in its design and focus. It provides information about individuals. The findings can help further aspects indirectly affect performance.