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Questions on predictive soundscape modelling

A few months ago, I gave a talk on using regression models to predict soundscape perceptions (see the video here). A fellow researcher was kind enough to reach out with a few very good questions about our work, which I answered in near-excessive detail.

Introducing a Method for Intervals Correction on Multiple Likert Scales: A Case Study on an Urban Soundscape Data Collection Instrument

Likert scales are useful for collecting data on attitudes and perceptions from large samples of people. In particular, they have become a well-established tool in soundscape studies for conducting in situ surveys to determine how people experience …

The Soundscape Indices (SSID) Protocol: A Method for Urban Soundscape Surveys—Questionnaires with Acoustical and Contextual Information

A protocol for characterizing urban soundscapes for use in the design of Soundscape Indices (SSID) and general urban research as implemented under the European Research Council (ERC)-funded SSID project is described in detail. The protocol consists …

Making cities smarter with new soundscape indices

The core objectives of smart city design are to increase quality of life, enhance efficiency, and move towards the sustainability of cities. While this will involve increased integration of new and smarter technologies into urban design, the …

The spectral structure of acoustic time series can predict the perceptual assessment of urban soundscapes

The field of soundscape studies considers sound environments as perceived, in context, and has recently focussed on understanding the potential of physical acoustical features, including temporal characteristics, for predicting human perception. This …

The neurophysiology and physiology of soundscape: A review of the empirical literature

The soundscape, conceived as the acoustic equivalent of landscape, is defined by ISO 12913-1 as the human's perception of the acoustic environment, in context, including accompanying physiological and psychological responses. The emerging body of …

The Psychophysiological Implications of Soundscape: A Systematic Review of Empirical Literature and a Research Agenda

The soundscape is defined by the International Standard Organization (ISO) 12913-1 as the human's perception of the acoustic environment, in context, accompanying physiological and psychological responses. Previous research is synthesized with …

Towards soundscape indices

The growing field of soundscape studies considers sound environments as perceived, in context, with an interdisciplinary approach. This paper outlines an ongoing European Research Council (ERC) Advanced Grant project, which aims to establish …