# Research projects

**Source**: https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/research-projects/
**Parent**: https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/courses/

Here are all the research projects conducted by the Persuasives Technology Lab. You can learn more about our approach by visiting the page [about the lab](https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/the-lab/).

## **Ongoing**

- [Collaborative Interventions for Novices to Learn Programming (CAPS)](https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/2023/10/collaborative-practices-for-novices-to-learn-programming-caps/)

  This research focuses on studying collaborative learning interactions that may facilitate the construction of pedagogically rich programming learning experiences for novices. We are particularly interested in understanding how an individual’s …
- [Good Research Practices (GRP)](https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/2023/06/good-research-practices-grp/)

  In recent years, many research fields started questioning how the research was conducted—and reported—as many studies could not replicate (i.e., the ‘replicability crisis’). This open science movement has resulted in …
- [Body Image and Body Awareness (OCEAN)](https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/2020/07/body-image-and-body-awareness-ocean/)

  The main objective of this project is to understand whether the use of wearables produces changes in the individuals’ body image and perception. As there is a growing debate in …
- [Adaptive Supports for Self-Reflection (ADRX)](https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/2020/07/adrx/)

  During periods between medical consultations, individuals undergoing health crises often need to take care of themselves. However, maintaining healthy routines can be challenging, especially for specific groups. Recent advancements in …
- [Behavior-Change Technology to Support Job Seekers](https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/2020/07/behavior-change-technology-to-support-job-seekers/)

  Rising unemployment has led to many discouraged job seekers, making it crucial to understand their motivation and performance during this period. Our research aims to support job seekers throughout their …
- [Behavior-Change Technology and Physical Activity](https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/2020/07/behavior-change-technology-and-physical-activity-agon/)

  The main objective of this project is to study human motivation through the lens of Self-Determination theory. We aim at developing design guidelines to inform the development of apps and …

## **Finished**

- [The extent to which cyberbullying incidents are fueled by the disclosure of personal information: Prevention and Awareness](https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/2023/09/the-extent-to-which-cyberbullying-incidents-are-fueled-by-the-disclosure-of-personal-information-prevention-and-awareness/)

  This research focuses on the form of personal information in cyberbullying incidents and the role of different stakeholders (victims, disclosers, and attackers). The primary goal of the research is to …
- [Multiparty Privacy Conflicts (MPCs)](https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/2020/07/multiparty-privacy-conflicts-mpc/)

  Internet users share ever-increasingly multimedia content online (i.e. photos and videos). Most of the shared contents are co-owned data depicting more than one user (e.g., group photos). Sharing co-owned multimedia …
- [Project Checksum](https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/2020/07/project-checksum/)

  In often cases software companies or independent developers distribute the binary files of their software using sources different than the original website. This creates a risk of making the original …
- [Life Changing Events](https://wp.unil.ch/persuasivelab/2020/07/life-changing-events/)

  Life-changing events (or LCEs) can alter a person’s status quo and threaten well-being. Previous research investigated distinct LCEs, where participants already used technology routinely. This paper reports the results of …