User policy

Page reviewed:  09/04/2025

Researchers and students at SLU can gain access to Sensola's equipment for use in research projects and student work. A prerequisite is that the use is research-oriented, and that the applicant can demonstrate that ethical considerations have been given due consideration.

To gain access to equipment, a short application and signature of a user agreement are required.

If interested contact the coordinator

Facilities

A stationary laboratory consisting of a control room and two study rooms. This includes equipment for audiovisual representation, as well as the possibility of measuring eye movements (eye-tracking) and physiological response.

A mobile laboratory consisting of a set of smart, new technology for on-site studies. All equipment is portable and enables the collection of location data (e.g. GPS, accelerometry, audiovisual recordings) as well as physiological data (e.g. heart rate and skin conductance).

Propose a project

The lab equipment can be used by researchers and students working at SLU. Expressions of interest should be addressed to Sensola's coordinator well in advance of the intended start time (at least four weeks).

Users need to fill out an application with a brief description of the project's purpose, method and expected results. The application should also state how ethical considerations have been taken into account. The principal applicant is responsible for research ethics including correct and secure storage of data. After the application is approved, a user agreement is signed by both parties.

Sensola can offer equipment to employees and students at SLU for research purposes. Access to equipment requires an approved application.

In the event of conflict between several projects, early applications are prioritized.

The coordinator can assist with advice on research equipment. To facilitate coordination, users are encouraged to submit an informal "expression of interest" early in their planning.

Sensola currently has no ability to assist with data collection or analysis.

The user should complete an application form to describe the research and highlight ethical considerations.

All proposed projects should be research-driven and of good academic quality.

The equipment in the laboratory is expensive and sensitive. The user is responsible for returning all borrowed equipment in the same condition as when it was checked out.

Sensola should be mentioned in research articles and other publications where laboratory equipment has been used to collect data.

To contribute to the knowledge base in Sensola, the user is invited to provide methodological feedback to the coordinator. This can be done, for example, through a short abstract or a video documentation. Video equipment can be borrowed from the laboratory and users are encouraged to produce documentation that can be posted on the Sensola website.

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