Using physiological measures to assess and diagnose team performance: An interrogative approach

Physiological measures have the potential to capture the dynamic nature of teamwork as it unfolds. Despite this potential, relatively few studies have applied physiological data in team contexts, leaving a gap in theory and practice. To address this gap, this work examines the following question: What are the emerging principles for using physiological measures to assess and diagnose team performance? To explore this question, we present an interrogative approach that structures the key considerations for applying physiological measures in team research. Specifically, this approach organizes considerations related to the purpose, context, personnel, timing, measurement selection, and implementation of using physiological measures to assess team performance. Building on prior guidance, we propose a set of emerging principles that synthesize best practices while introducing new considerations specific to the use of physiological data in team contexts. These principles provide practical guidance for researchers and practitioners seeking to leverage physiological measures, while emphasizing that their effective use depends on rigorous methodology, ethical safeguards, and integration with other validated assessment approaches.