Developing advanced tools for diagnosing and treating voice disorders.
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This study is working to gather and analyze information to help doctors better understand and treat laryngeal dystonia and voice tremor, so patients can receive more accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10915600 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a comprehensive data repository and advanced analytical tools to improve the diagnosis and treatment of laryngeal dystonia and voice tremor. By collecting clinical and imaging data from multiple leading institutions, the project aims to develop machine-learning algorithms that can differentiate between these disorders and assess treatment outcomes. Patients will benefit from standardized data collection methods that enhance the accuracy of diagnoses and treatment plans.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with laryngeal dystonia or voice tremor.
Not a fit: Patients with voice disorders not related to laryngeal dystonia or voice tremor may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and effective treatments for patients with voice disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using data analytics and machine learning for improving diagnostic accuracy in similar clinical conditions.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Simonyan, Kristina — Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
- Study coordinator: Simonyan, Kristina
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 below.