Participating in Research

The Behavioral Lab (BeLab) studies human behavior and decision-making by inviting participants to participate in paid online or in-person studies and contribute to cutting-edge research. To participate in paid studies:

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What Do These Studies Involve?

HBS researchers study a wide range of topics, including decision making, consumer preferences, group interactions, and economic behaviors. Studies typically involve completing surveys and tasks on a computer. Some studies involve small group interactions with other participants. ​More information on each study is listed in their descriptions on Sona.

To Participate, You Must Be:

  • Based in the United States

  • 18 years of age or older

  • Able to show a valid photo ID (government or school issued)

  • Able to understand and speak English

  • Comfortable using a computer

Location & Directions

Exterior of 2 Arrow Street in Cambridge, home of the Harvard Business School Behavioral Laboratory.

The BeLab is located on the 3rd floor of 2 Arrow St, Cambridge, MA 02138. It is a 5–7-minute walk from Harvard Square. The lab is close to Massachusetts Avenue and located near popular shops like Berryline yogurt, Kung Fu Tea, Boston Burger Company, and across the corner from Zinneken’s Belgian waffles. We are also next to Arrow Street Cleaner’s on Arrow Street.

By Public Transportation

The lab is about a 7-minute walk from the Harvard Station MBTA stop, that includes the Red Line and various bus lines. The lab is also one block away from the MBTA bus 1 stop at Mt. Auburn and Putnam.

By Car

Parking in Cambridge is limited and heavily regulated. When possible, we recommend that participants use public transportation. If you decide to drive to the BeLab, there are a few metered parking spaces on Mass Ave and Arrow Street and nearby paid parking garages.