A new method to analyze hearing test results for better diagnosis of hearing issues
Official title: An analytical technique to evaluate early auditory evoked potential morphology
Funded at Utah State University · NIH-11042447 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new way to help doctors better diagnose hearing loss by using advanced technology to analyze test results, which could lead to more accurate treatments for people with hearing issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Utah State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Logan, United States) |
| Project start | December 6, 2024 |
| Project end | November 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $186,199 |
| NIH project number | 1R21DC021756-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11042447 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing hearing loss or auditory disorders who may benefit from improved diagnostic techniques.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with normal hearing or those whose hearing issues are already well understood may not receive significant benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the diagnosis of hearing loss by developing an advanced analytical technique that evaluates early auditory evoked potentials (AEPs). By automatically analyzing the response waveforms from hearing tests, the method aims to identify underlying sensory and neural pathologies that traditional tests may miss. This could lead to more accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments for individuals with hearing disorders. The approach seeks to reduce the reliance on visual inspection, which can be time-consuming and requires specialized training.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses of hearing issues, resulting in better treatment outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using automated techniques for analyzing auditory responses, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Utah State University
Logan, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kamerer, Aryn — Utah State University
- Study coordinator: Kamerer, Aryn
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.