Step 3: Data analysis and reporting

Each experiment has different levels of analysis. We distinguish at least three:

Level 1: The initial analysis is a list of 60 standard parameters, including frequency and duration of visits to various zones such as shelter, food, water, central area. It also includes the main parameters for the two cognitive tasks and the anxiety task, if appropriate. The level 1 report is available instantaneously after completion of data collection.

Level 2: The intermediary analysis contains an extended list of parameters in which the data are expressed per 15 minutes or smaller units, accumulating to a list of hundreds or thousands of parameters. These data are screened and summarized for you by a Delta Phenomics consultant. Analysis and presentation are customized in consultation with you. This analysis takes a week.

Level 3: The most comprehensive analysis consists of advanced parameters, including ones that are the result of mathematical modeling of behavior of individual animals. In addition, a sequential analysis can be performed on movement patterns. The level 3 report may include more than 30.000 parameters. This analysis requires 4-6 weeks.

The final report will contain graphs and statistics as well as a written interpretation of the results. Raw data (EthoVison x,y- coordinates and Excel data spreadsheets) can be provided upon request as an attachment to the report.