A conference focused on improving care for children with hearing loss
Official title: THE PEDIATRIC AUDIOLOGY TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH (PAT) CONFERENCE
Funded at Father Flanagan's Boys' Home · NIH-11164361 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This conference is all about helping kids with hearing loss by bringing together doctors, researchers, and community members to share the best ways to support these children and their families, so they can get the care they need early on.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Father Flanagan's Boys' Home NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boys Town, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $56,960 |
| NIH project number | 1R13DC022793-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11164361 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 who are experiencing hearing loss or are at risk for developmental delays related to hearing issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have hearing loss or are outside the age range of 0-21 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This conference aims to address the challenges of pediatric hearing loss, which affects a significant number of children in the U.S. The event will bring together clinicians, researchers, and community stakeholders to share the latest evidence-based practices and strategies for early intervention. By fostering collaboration and promoting diversity, the conference seeks to enhance the translation of research findings into clinical settings, ultimately improving outcomes for affected children. Participants will engage in discussions and workshops that focus on practical solutions to implement effective care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this conference could lead to improved early intervention strategies and better health outcomes for children with hearing loss.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and initiatives focused on pediatric audiology have shown success in improving clinical practices and patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Father Flanagan's Boys' Home
Boys Town, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Porter, Heather Lynn — Father Flanagan's Boys' Home
- Study coordinator: Porter, Heather Lynn
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.