An international conference on middle ear mechanics and otology.
Official title: The 10th International Symposium on Middle Ear Mechanics in Research and Otology (MEMRO 2025)
Funded at University of Colorado Denver · NIH-11163037 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is about organizing a friendly conference in Belgium for people who study and work with the middle ear, where they can share new ideas and techniques to help improve hearing and support those learning in the field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | June 1, 2025 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $51,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13DC022794-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11163037 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research are individuals with middle ear dysfunction or conductive hearing loss, as well as healthcare professionals in the field of otology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with unrelated hearing conditions or those not involved in clinical otology may not receive direct benefits from this conference.
What this research studies
This research involves organizing the 10th International Symposium on Middle Ear Mechanics in Research and Otology (MEMRO 2025), which will take place in Belgium. The conference aims to bring together experts in middle ear science and clinical otology to share knowledge and foster collaborations. It will feature workshops and discussions focused on innovative methods and technologies related to middle ear function and repair. The event seeks to enhance understanding of hearing issues and promote diversity among attendees, particularly engaging otology residents and faculty.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this conference could lead to advancements in the understanding and treatment of middle ear conditions, ultimately benefiting patients with hearing loss.
How similar studies have gone: Previous MEMRO meetings have successfully facilitated collaboration and knowledge exchange, indicating a strong potential for continued success with this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Colorado Denver
Aurora, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Greene, Nathaniel Tussing — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Greene, Nathaniel Tussing
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.