Christopher M. Vetrano
You are being invited to take part in a research study about how people evaluate facial traits. The goal is to understand how features like facial structure and symmetry influence judgments of trustworthiness.
You'll view a series of facial images and rate each for trustworthiness. You'll also compare sides of the face to indicate which appears more masculine or feminine. You will then complete two short surveys on trust and personality.
About 15–20 minutes
Minimal. There are no sensitive questions or identifying information collected. All images are neutral and pre-approved for research.
No direct benefits, but your responses will contribute to research on how people form impressions from faces.
Your participation is voluntary. You may stop at any time without penalty.
Your responses are anonymous. We will collect your Prolific ID to track participation and ensure proper compensation, but this is not considered personally identifying information. No other identifying information will be collected or stored. Data will be analyzed and reported in aggregate form only.
You will be paid $8 per hr. through Prolific in line with their fair pay policies.
You will be asked to answer questions like the following:
This project explored how people evaluate facial traits, including trustworthiness, emotional expression, and side-of-face differences.
Participants viewed a series of facial images, rated each face, compared left and right facial sides, and completed two short surveys.
The full task took about 15 to 20 minutes.
The project focused on how subtle facial features, including structure and symmetry, may influence first impressions.
Responses were collected anonymously and analyzed in aggregate form.
Originally developed as a research study, this project is now presented here as an interactive experience.
You will first be directed to a secure, web-based survey platform developed for this study. The consent form will appear before any tasks begin. Only participants who select "I Agree" will proceed.
By selecting "I Agree" on the platform, you indicate your consent to participate in this study.