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SUMMARY:Exploring Physiological Responses through Electrodermal Activity f
 or Evaluating the Impact of Universal Design Features in a Hotel Environme
 nt
DESCRIPTION:Lecture\n\nTaylor Quinn, Lora Cavuoto, and Zahra Vahedi (Unive
 rsity at Buffalo)\n\nThis study explored the feasibility of using electrod
 ermal activity to measure and contextualize physiological arousal linked t
 o perceptions of universal design features in a hotel environment. Univers
 al design aims to create inclusive spaces that meet the needs of and appea
 l to a diverse user base, exceeding accessibility requirements. To address
  the limited ability to evaluate UD elements, a mixed-methods approach was
  used, combining EDA and commentary to capture user responses. \n\nIn this
  study, 22 adults (14 young, 8 older) completed a hotel walk-through, verb
 alizing their perceptions of the environment to evaluate UD features. EDA 
 was measured, and questionnaires assessed perceived stress and usability. 
 Results showed that older adults had higher arousal yet provided more favo
 rable usability ratings compared to younger adults. These physiological re
 sponses sometimes diverged from subjective feedback, illustrating the comp
 lexity of interpreting arousal's significance. The mixed-methods approach,
  integrating wearables, questionnaires, and commentary, provided deeper in
 sights into user reactions.\n\nTrack: Environmental Design\n\nTopics: DEI\
 n\nSession Chair: Kaitlin Gallagher (University of Arkansas)
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