Become a Researcher

Welcome to the WBL!

Become a Researcher at the WBL

To become a researcher with us, please complete the above Qualtrics form.

If you are a new researcher, please contact Mary Spratt, Associate Director, for on-campus projects as soon as possible. The WBL runs on a schedule and accepts requests at the beginning of each semester (Spring, Summer, and Fall). Remote studies run on a first-come, first-serve basis, as allocated by openings in the schedule.

Please note that to be eligible for the WBL, you must:

1. Must be human subject research
2. Must be working with a Wharton faculty member as co-author
3. Must have a Penn IRB
4. Research must be intended for publication in an academic journal
5. The WBL must be acknowledged in all publications

The WBL at a Glance
Online Special Panels
Hardware and Software
IRB Application
  • A desk with a computer monitor displaying multiple security camera feeds. On the desk are a keyboard, mouse, microphone, and various electronic equipment. There are also potted plants and a telephone.
  • Image of a computer lab or testing center with individual workstations separated by gray dividers. Each station has a monitor, keyboard, and chair.
  • A set of images showing six similar small meeting rooms, each with a rectangular table and several chairs. The rooms have beige walls, a door, and wall-mounted electronics. There are also waste bins in each room.
  • A grid of surveillance camera footage showing different angles of empty breakout rooms. Each room has a table, chairs, and a waste bin.
  • The image shows a series of security camera feeds from different breakout meeting rooms. Each room contains a table with several chairs, and there are recycling bins visible in some corners. The rooms are simply furnished with a neutral color palette.
  • A split-screen view of two people working at a desk with computers and microphones in a small office or study room. They appear to be engaged in conversation or discussing work.
  • A person wearing headphones sits at a desk using a computer. The monitor displays a webpage, and a sign on the desk says "WAIT TO BEGIN." The setting appears to be a study or work cubicle.
  • A small meeting room with a rectangular table, two chairs, a laptop, a monitor displaying data, and a webcam.
  • A computer monitor displaying biometric data from sensors related to facial expression analysis and emotional engagement, with a webcam view of a person and graphs charting various measured metrics.
  • A person in a yellow sweater sits at a table, interacting with a device that measures physiological data. A monitor displays their video feed along with data graphs. A focus room sign is visible on the wall.
  • Two people wearing headphones seated at computer stations in a partitioned cubicle, viewing screens with the text "WAIT TO BEGIN" on the desk.
  • A small group of people sitting around a table, engaged in conversation. They appear relaxed and are smiling, suggesting a friendly discussion or meeting.
  • A group of people in a computer lab using monitored workstations, each equipped with headphones, focused on their screens in a quiet environment.
  • Two people sitting at a table in a focus room with computer monitors and microphones. The room number "407" is displayed on the wall.
  • Two people in a lab setting using computers with microphones attached, engaged in an apparent experiment or study involving technology and communication.
  • A modern computer lab with numbered workstations, each equipped with a computer, chair, and a partition for privacy. The room has a clean, neutral design.
  • A room with rows of computer workstations separated by grey dividers. Each station has a monitor, keyboard, and mouse. The area appears organized and suitable for office work or study.
  • A modern computer lab with cubicles, each equipped with a computer monitor, keyboard, and chair. The setup suggests it is used for individual work or testing.
  • A small, minimalist conference or meeting room with a table and several chairs. The room has white walls and some mounted equipment, such as cameras, possibly for security or video conferencing.
  • A small conference room with a rectangular table and several black chairs. A camera is mounted on the wall, and there are electrical outlets nearby.

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Wharton Behavioral Lab
Steinberg Hall – Dietrich Hall
3620 Locust Walk
Suite 400
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Email: Wharton Behavioral Lab