The Body as Data – Experiencing and Understanding Physiological Signals
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Project information
submitted by
Robert Spang
Co-Authors
Studierende der Lehrveranstalung Physiological Computing
Mentors
Robert Spang
Faculty:
Media
Degree programme:
Computer Science and Media (english) (Master of Science (M.Sc.)),
Human-Computer Interaction (Master of Science (M.Sc.)),
Digital Engineering (Master of Science (M.Sc.))
Type of project presentation
Research project
Semester
Summer semester 2026
- Bauhausstraße 11
(Seminarraum H im Erdgeschoss)
Freitag, zur Open Lab Night
Project description
What does the body reveal about what's happening in the mind? Heart rate, skin conductance, eye movements, and other peripheral physiological signals offer insights into mental states that we can neither consciously control nor conceal. In the course Physiological Computing at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, students of computer science and human-computer interaction explored exactly that: not just in theory, but with real sensors and their own small research projects.
At the Summaery, selected student groups present their results as scientific posters. Some projects also invite visitors to try things for themselves: attendees can attach sensors, observe physiological responses in real time, and experience first-hand how the body reacts to stress, concentration, or surprise.
The exhibition is open to everyone who is curious: science enthusiasts, designers, developers, or simply interested visitors. The students are on hand to answer questions and explain which signals they measured, which hypotheses they tested, and what their findings mean. Everyone is welcome to participate.