Unleashing Unpredictability: The Batman Project and Its Impact on Prosocial Behavior and Awareness

Launched by CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF THE SACRED HEART · Jun 27, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, called "The Batman Project," is studying how an unexpected event, like someone dressed as Batman, can influence people's kindness and helpfulness towards others in a public setting, specifically on the Milan metro. The researchers want to see if the presence of the Batman character affects how passengers respond to a student who will pretend to be pregnant while sitting quietly and looking at her phone. The study will compare situations where Batman is present to those where he is not, to understand if this unusual sight encourages people to be more supportive and caring.

To participate in this trial, you need to be a passenger on the metro, but the study won't take place if the train is too crowded or if there are seats available. If you're eligible and take part, you can expect to go about your usual routine while researchers observe how people react in these different scenarios. This study aims to explore the impact of unexpected events on social behavior, which could help us understand how to promote kindness in our communities.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Being a passenger in the metro
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Metro too crowded
• • Seats available